asking price

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The first buyer who toured the house the day after it listed put in an offer slightly above the asking price, which Cross and his wife accepted.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Actor Leonardo DiCaprio has removed his Malibu mansion from the market—months after slashing $3 million from the property’s asking price.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

On average, homes were selling for 23% above the asking price.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

The housing market here is extremely competitive, with houses selling for over the asking price.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

“Sir,” the animal salesman said, “our asking price is already a thousand dollars under book. Check your Sidney’s; I’ll hang on. I want you to see for yourself, sir, that our price is fair.”

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick