These are blog posts that address real estate statistics updates for Placer County and the surrounding area.

Every year, as the weather cools and the holidays approach, I hear a familiar question from buyers and sellers:

Should we make our move now, or wait until spring?

There's a common belief that the real estate market slows to a crawl during the fall and winter months. And while it's true that fewer homes typically sell during this time of year, the market certainly doesn't come to a stop.

In fact, I recently pulled five years of resale home sales data from MetroList MLS for Placer County, and the numbers might surprise you.

How Many Homes Sell During the Fall in Placer County?

Here's how many resale homes sold during October, November, and December compared to the entire year:

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Year Annual Sales 4th Quarter % of Sales

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As we move into fall, the Placer County housing market is showing more signs of a shift toward balance.

September brought fewer closed sales, fewer pending sales, and longer selling times. Home prices also declined compared to August, although both the median and average sale prices remain higher than they were a year ago.

Despite the slowdown, countywide inventory remains relatively limited, keeping Placer County just inside seller's market territory.

But as I've been seeing firsthand with my buyers and sellers, the market is behaving very differently depending on the individual property and neighborhood.

Here's a closer look at the September 2026 numbers and what they mean for buyers and sellers throughout Placer County.

Inventory &…

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Mortgage rates have jumped again.

About three weeks ago, the average 30-year mortgage rate was around 6.75%. This week, it is around 7.25%.

That's a pretty significant move in a very short period of time.

But instead of focusing only on what happened over the last three weeks, I thought it would be more interesting to zoom out and look at what has happened over the last four years.

We've Been Here Before

It might feel like 7% mortgage rates are unusually high, but we've actually spent much of the past four years bouncing between roughly 6% and 8%.

Rates approached 6% in early 2023, again in September 2024, and briefly fell below 6% in February 2026.

Each time, the lower rates didn't last very long.

We've also seen rates above…

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As summer winds down, the Placer County housing market continues to show resilience.

August brought a noticeable seasonal slowdown in closed sales, but inventory also declined and home prices continued to appreciate. Pending sales remained steady, suggesting buyers are still active even as we move toward the typically slower fall real estate market.

Here's a closer look at what happened in the Placer County real estate market in August 2026.

Inventory & Sales Activity

Inventory declined in August, while closed sales slowed considerably from July.

August Highlights

  • Homes for sale decreased 3.2% compared to July.
  • Inventory remained 2.7% lower than August 2025.
  • 394 homes sold, down 21.2% from July.
  • Closed sales were 0.8%…

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As we move through the second half of summer, the Placer County housing market continues to show remarkable resilience.

While July brought the typical seasonal slowdown from June, buyer demand remained strong enough to keep inventory below where it was a year ago. Home prices continued to appreciate, well-priced listings attracted strong interest, and Placer County remained firmly in a seller's market.

Whether you're buying or selling in Rocklin, Roseville, Loomis, Lincoln, Granite Bay, Auburn, Newcastle, Penryn, Meadow Vista, or elsewhere in Placer County, understanding the latest market trends can help you make better real estate decisions.

If you've been following my monthly market updates, you may also want to read my June 2026 Placer County…

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As we move into the second half of the year, the Placer County housing market continues to show remarkable resilience.

While more homes came on the market in June, buyer demand remained strong enough to keep inventory well below where it was a year ago. Homes are continuing to sell at a healthy pace, well-priced listings are attracting attention, and we're still firmly in a seller's market.

Let's take a look at what happened in June.

Inventory & Sales Activity

Inventory continued its normal seasonal climb, but demand remained strong.

June Highlights

  • Homes for sale increased 9.7% compared to May.
  • Inventory remains 8.5% lower than June 2025.
  • 485 homes sold, virtually unchanged from May.
  • Closed sales were 20.6% higher…

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May provided another strong indication that the Placer County housing market continues to favor sellers.

While inventory increased compared to April, buyer demand increased even faster. The result? Homes are selling, pending sales are surging, and well-priced listings continue to attract significant attention.

Let's take a closer look at what happened in May and what it means for buyers and sellers moving into summer.

Inventory & Sales Activity

As expected, more homes came on the market during the late spring selling season.

May Highlights

  • Homes for sale were down 11% year-over-year, but up 8.3% from April
  • 478 homes sold, up 3.9% from last year and 9.9% from April
  • 537 homes went pending, up 10.3% from last month and …

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New California Department of Finance data just came out…

…and Placer County had the fastest population growth of any county in the entire state over the past year.

- Placer County grew by 1.4% from 2025 to 2026, ranking #1 in California for population growth.

That’s a pretty significant statistic — especially at a time when many areas across California are seeing slower growth or even population declines.

And honestly…

…it helps explain a lot about why the Placer County housing market has remained so stable.

Why Population Growth Matters for the Placer County Housing Market

Real estate ultimately comes down to supply and demand.

Right now in Placer County:

  • More people are continuing to move here
  • Inventory of homes for…

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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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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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