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The Typical U.S. Homeowner Hangs Onto Their House For 12 Years. In Los Angeles, It’s 20 Years.

Redfin’s 2025 analysis shows the median U.S. homeowner now stays in a home for 12 years, the longest tenure since 2022. Tenure peaked at 13.4 years in 2020, fell during the pandemic‑driven buying surge, and rebounded slightly in 2025. California leads the nation, with Los Angeles owners holding properties for 20 years, followed by San Jose at nearly 19 years. In contrast, affordable metros such as Louisville and Las Vegas see turnover under nine years.