10 California Cities Where Condo Prices Are Collapsing Right Now — And Getting Worse

California's condo market isn't just cooling — it's collapsing. In this video, we break down the 10 California cities where condo prices are crashing hardest in 2026, backed by data from Attom, Wolf Street, Redfin, and the San Mateo Daily Journal.

From Oakland's major 31% peak-to-present collapse to San Mateo County's disappearing location premium, every city on this list tells the same story — falling prices, rising HOA fees, spiking insurance costs, and buyers who have simply stopped coming.

Key data points covered:
-Oakland condos down 31% from peak — prices not seen since 2015
-Southern California condo median fell to $656,000 — largest annual drop since 2012
-Condo prices nationally have been declining for 27 consecutive months
-LA County condo sales hit a 20-year low
-San Jose condo inventory up 52.3% year-over-year
-Orange County condo sales 26% below their 22-year average
-HOA insurance premiums spiking 30 to 50% across California

Sources used in this video:
Wolf Street | Attom | Redfin | Zillow | San Mateo Daily Journal | Orange County Register | SF Chronicle | Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Homes.com | Realtor.com

If you are a homeowner, buyer, investor, or simply watching the California real estate market — this breakdown gives you the data you need to make informed decisions in 2026.

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