The housing market in Compton consists predominantly of single-family homes built during the post-WWII housing boom in the mid-20th century, alongside a mix of apartment complexes and townhomes.
Historically, Compton offered some of the most affordable homeownership opportunities in Los Angeles County. In recent years, due to the region-wide housing shortage in Southern California, property values and rental costs in Compton have surged significantly. While still generally more affordable than coastal LA communities, the rising prices have created challenges regarding affordable housing and gentrification for long-time, working-class residents.