Inventory Is Rising—But the Market Isn’t the Same for Everyone in Placer County
As we head deeper into summer, the Placer County real estate market has officially shifted. Inventory is rising, giving buyers more options—but sellers are facing stiffer competition. The key takeaway? Not all segments of the market are moving in the same way.
Let’s break it down.
May 2025 Placer County Market Overview
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Active Listings: Up 47.1% compared to May 2024
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Pending Sales: 454 homes
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Median Sales Price: $675,000 (⬆️ 2% from last month; ⏸ flat year-over-year)
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Days on Market: 29 days (up slightly from last year)
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Overall Months of Inventory: 2.4 months — Still leaning toward a seller’s market
Inventory by Price Point: A Mixed Market
Here’s a breakdown of current inventory levels based on active listings vs. pending sales by price bracket:
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Under $500K: 1.7 months – A strong seller’s market
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$500K–$750K: 2.3 months – Favoring sellers, but competition is rising
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$750K–$1M: 2.4 months – Balanced, still favorable for sellers
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$1M–$1.5M: 2.0 months – Tight inventory continues
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$1.5M–$2M: 4.0 months – More balanced, buyers gaining leverage
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$2M+: 8.9 months – Technically a buyer’s market… but not always in practice
Even though the data shows more leverage for buyers in the higher price ranges, my recent experience tells a more nuanced story. I’ve helped buyers in the $2M+ range who faced multiple offers and tight negotiations—particularly for well-presented homes in great locations. On the other hand, some lower-priced listings that need work or are in less desirable spots have lingered without much interest.
✅ What This Means for Sellers
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Homes under $1.5M are still selling relatively quickly—if they’re priced and presented well.
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Luxury homes can still generate strong offers—if they’re turn-key and market-ready.
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With more listings coming to market, expect greater competition, especially between $500K and $1M.
✅ What This Means for Buyers
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More choices across most price points mean less urgency—but not no urgency.
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Well-prepared homes in great locations still attract multiple offers.
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Interest rates remain in the mid-to-high 6% range, so being pre-approved and strategic is key.
Final Thoughts
The Placer County market is becoming more segmented and strategy-dependent. General trends are important—but every home has its own story, and successful outcomes are shaped by a tailored approach.
Thinking about making a move this summer?
Let’s talk. Whether you’re buying or selling, I can help you build a smart strategy that reflects the current market conditions.
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