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CHICO, CA 95926

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The CHICO, CA real estate market (95926) currently shows 63 active listings, with 20 pending sales. Homes are averaging 44 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 44 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 17.3% year-over-year, from $489,248 to $404,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 42,362  ·  Density: 2,102.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $60,932

Typical home value: $427,347  ·  Homeownership: 42.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
63
⇧ 37% vs 46 last year
Pending
20
32% pending ratio
Median Price
$404,500
⇩ 17.3% vs $489,248 last year
Average Price
$439,362
⇩ 18.4% vs $538,592 last year
Days on Market
44
⇧ 2.3% vs 43 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$281
⇩ 4.4% vs $294/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,450 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 63 this year vs 46 last year
  • Days on market: 44 now vs 43 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $404,500 (-17.3% YoY)
  • Average: $439,362 (-18.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 29.2 miles — 275 listings ($133,439,005 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
95926Chico, CA 959260.0 mi52$22,281,584$439,900$428,492
95951Hamilton City, CA 959518.7 mi1$360,000$360,000$360,000
95938Durham, CA 9593810.0 mi8$5,974,000$635,000$746,750
95958Nelson, CA 9595812.8 mi1$239,000$239,000$239,000
95965Oroville, CA 9596517.2 mi42$23,215,962$349,500$552,761
95954Magalia, CA 9595421.3 mi47$15,366,227$312,000$326,941
95940Feather Falls, CA 9594022.3 mi1$275,000$275,000$275,000
96090Tehama, CA 9609023.3 mi1$269,000$269,000$269,000
96021Corning, CA 9602125.5 mi60$30,553,920$329,000$509,232
95916Berry Creek, CA 9591625.7 mi9$2,887,920$347,500$320,880
96055Los Molinos, CA 9605526.6 mi13$5,355,714$394,500$411,978
95948Gridley, CA 9594828.2 mi23$21,635,019$429,000$940,653
95988Willows, CA 9598829.2 mi17$5,025,659$285,000$295,627

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHICO, CA 95926?

As of February 2026, there are 63 active listings in CHICO, CA (zip code 95926), compared to 46 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHICO, CA 95926?

The median listing price in CHICO, CA 95926 is $404,500 as of February 2026, a 17.3% decrease from $489,248 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CHICO, CA?

Homes in CHICO, CA 95926 spend an average of 44 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 43 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHICO, CA 95926?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CHICO, CA 95926 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 44 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CHICO, CA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHICO, CA 95926 save an estimated $8,090 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $404,500. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.