Shasta County's housing market started 2026 with a slight pullback. The median sale price dipped to $390K (down 0.8% year-over-year) while homes took longer to sell at 103 days on average. Inventory tightened to 538 active listings with 3.25 months of supply — still a slight seller advantage, but buyers have more negotiating power than they did a year ago. The sale-to-list ratio rebounded to 95.8% after a December dip, signaling renewed buyer confidence heading into spring.
Understanding the Numbers
For Buyers
Lower numbers mean homes sell fast—be prepared to act quickly. Higher numbers give you more negotiating room.
More homes = more choices. Fewer homes = tighter market, possibly multiple offers.
Under 4 months favors sellers. Over 6 months favors buyers. We're at 3.7—a balanced market with slight seller advantage.
For Sellers
At 98%+, homes are selling near asking price. Good time to list.
Helps set realistic expectations for how quickly you might sell.
Year-over-year increase shows market strength and buyer confidence.
Market by Area
Historical Context
| Year | Median Price | Avg Days on Market | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $372,700 | 88 days | ↑ 0.7% |
| 2024 | $370,000 | 82 days | ↑ 2.8% |
| 2023 | $360,000 | 75 days | ↑ 1.4% |
| 2022 | $355,000 | 45 days | ↑ 14.5% |
| 2021 | $310,000 | 28 days | — |
Data source: Shasta Association of REALTORS® MLS
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