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April gave us a clearer look at how the spring market is unfolding here in Placer County.

And while a lot of what we’re seeing is typical for this time of year, there are a few important details worth paying attention to—especially if you’re thinking about buying or selling in the coming months.

Inventory & Sales Activity

We’re seeing the classic spring pattern start to take shape—more homes coming to market, with buyers still actively engaging.

  • Homes for sale are down 3.2% year-over-year, but up 13.2% from March
  • 417 homes sold in April, essentially flat year-over-year and slightly down month-over-month
  • 499 homes went pending, up 1.6% from last month and 5.1% from last year

What this means

New listings are picking up,…

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There’s a lot of advice out there about buying and selling homes…

…but some of the things that actually make the biggest difference are the ones people don’t always think about.

In today’s Placer County real estate market—whether you’re in Rocklin, Roseville, Auburn, Loomis, or Lincoln—these small details can have a real impact on your results.

3 Tips for Sellers

1. Timing Your Listing Matters More Than You Think

If possible, list your home on a Wednesday or Thursday.

This helps:

  • Maximize online exposure heading into the weekend
  • Build momentum going into open houses
  • Give out-of-town buyers time to plan a visit to Placer County

That extra exposure can lead to more showings—and sometimes an extra offer or two, which…

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Nearly every buyer would prefer a home with updated flooring, fresh paint, remodeled kitchens and bathrooms, and a clean, well-maintained yard.

And rightfully so—homes like that tend to show better, feel better… and often sell for a premium compared to similar homes without those updates.

But there’s another side of the equation that’s just as important.

- The age and condition of the home’s major systems.

Because whether you’re buying or selling, it’s not just about how a home looks today…
…it’s about what it may need over the next few years—and what that means for value, negotiations, and your overall cost of ownership.

Looking at the Full Picture

When evaluating a home, you really need to look at both sides:

  • How updated it…

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Last weekend’s storm packed a punch.

Heavy rain, lightning, wind, and a lot of debris—and if your yard looks anything like what I’ve been seeing around Placer County, there’s a little cleanup waiting.

This weekend, I’ll be bouncing between open houses for a new listing in Rocklin…

…but in between, I’ll be doing the same thing a lot of homeowners are right now—getting things cleaned up and back in shape.

Trimming a few branches that came down. Tidying up the yard. Resetting things after the storm.

And it’s actually perfect timing.

 A Quick Reset Goes a Long Way

After a storm like that, the exterior is usually where it shows up first.

  • Clear branches, leaves, and debris
  • Check gutters and drainage
  • Trim anything touching…

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The spring market is starting to show up in the numbers.

March gave us a much clearer picture of where things are heading—and while some of it is expected this time of year, there are a few important shifts worth paying attention to.

Inventory & Sales Activity

Inventory is still relatively tight, but it’s starting to build.

  • Inventory was down 1.9% year over year, but up 15.6% from February
  • 408 homes sold in March, up 32.5% month-over-month
  • 501 homes went pending, up 35% from last month and 13.9% from last year

What this means

Buyers are active, and more homes are coming to market—but demand is still keeping pace.

This is one of the reasons the market continues to feel competitive in certain segments.

Pricing…

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Granite Bay has a reputation—and for good reason.

It’s one of the most desirable communities in Placer County, known for larger lots, strong schools, and a quieter, more private feel compared to nearby cities.

But beyond that reputation, Granite Bay offers something that’s getting harder to find:

Space, lifestyle, and convenience—all in one place.

Whether you’re considering a move or just exploring your options, here’s what it’s like to live in Granite Bay and why so many buyers continue to target this area.

Browse homes here:
https://www.ownplacer.com/granite-bay-homes-for-sale.php

Where Is Granite Bay, CA?

Granite Bay is located just east of Roseville and west of Folsom Lake, making it one of the most ideally positioned communities…

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Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve been working with buyers who’ve seen it firsthand:

One home gets 5 offers.
Another gets 6.
And another… sits.

So what’s actually happening?

I pulled the numbers this week to get a clearer picture of what’s selling—and what’s not—in the Placer County real estate market right now.

The Big Picture

Right now, there are:

  • 963 homes for sale
  • 197 homes have been on the market for 90+ days and still haven’t sold

At the same time:

  • 432 homes sold in March
  • 79 of those had 3 or more offers

So while multiple offers are happening…

They’re happening to a very specific type of listing.

What the “Sitting” Homes Have in Common

When you look at the 197 homes that have been sitting…

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If you’ve spent any time in Placer County, you already know Auburn feels different.

It’s not just another suburb.

It’s where Gold Rush history meets trailheads, river canyons, and one of the most active outdoor lifestyles anywhere in Northern California.

Whether you’re thinking about moving or just exploring your options, here’s a full breakdown of what it’s like to live in Auburn—and why so many people are choosing it over other nearby communities.

Browse homes here:
Auburn, CA Homes for Sale

Where Is Auburn, CA?

Auburn sits at the base of the Sierra Nevada foothills, about 30 minutes from Roseville and roughly 45 minutes from Sacramento.

It also serves as the county seat of Placer County, giving it a unique blend of small-town…

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Over the past two weeks, I’ve gotten a very clear reminder of how competitive parts of our market have become.

I’ve written offers for two separate clients on three different homes—and in every case, we ran into multiple offers:

  • A home in Springfield at Whitney Oaks (Rocklin) – 2 offers

  • A home in Roseville near Oakmont High School – 6 offers

  • A home in Rollingwood (Fair Oaks) – 2 offers

We successfully secured the Fair Oaks home, passed on the Springfield property, and were just barely outbid in Roseville.

At the same time:

  • Another client was interested in a home near Rocklin High—it received multiple offers before they were ready

  • Another was interested in a home in Orangevale with a great pool…

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Yesterday, the Federal Reserve held short-term interest rates steady—which is what most people expected.

But at the same time…

Mortgage rates have risen roughly 0.4% since the conflict with Iran began.

So what’s going on?

If the Fed didn’t raise rates, why did mortgage rates move higher?

The answer comes down to a chain reaction that’s worth understanding—especially if you’re buying or selling real estate in Placer County and the surrounding areas.

 

It Starts With Oil

When global conflicts involve or impact major oil-producing regions, markets immediately react to the risk of supply disruption.

Even the possibility of disruption can push oil prices higher.

And when oil prices rise, it doesn’t just affect gas at the pump.

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