The Month-Over-Month Trend (December vs November 2025)

The Studio City Surge: Median Home Prices Jump 31% in December. Studio City closed out the year with a remarkable display of market velocity, as homes sold twice as fast in December compared to the same time last year. Despite seasonal inventory tightening, the neighborhood saw a substantial 31% month-over-month surge in median sales price, signaling high demand for premium properties even as 2025 came to an end.

If you’re narrowing down where to live within Studio City, start with my breakdown of the area’s micro-neighborhoods and what actually changes street by street: Studio City neighborhoods.

Quick Takeaways for Studio City

• Velocity Surge: The most significant trend is the speed of the market; homes sold in just 23 days in December, more than twice as fast as they did last year (52 days).

• Value Growth: Despite a dip in total volume compared to the previous year, the Median Sold Price climbed 15% YoY, hitting a strong $2.3M.

• The December Sprint: Compared to November, December was an exceptionally "hot" month, with volume up 35% and median prices jumping over 31% in just 30 days.

Studio City values can shift dramatically based on architecture and design pedigree. If you’re shopping for character, this is a good example of what buyers pay attention to: Gregory Ain’s Studio City home.

For buyers who want privacy or less competition, here’s when an off-market approach can make sense: pocket listings in Los Angeles.

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Short-term rental demand is also part of the conversation—especially heading toward 2028. Here’s my realistic take on Studio City Airbnb and the 2028 Olympics.