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NEVADA CITY, CA 95959

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The NEVADA CITY, CA real estate market (95959) currently shows 70 active listings, with 19 pending sales. Homes are averaging 108 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 108 days on market compared to 137 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12.8% year-over-year, from $799,000 to $697,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 18,244  ·  Density: 22.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $75,625

Typical home value: $563,626  ·  Homeownership: 76.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
70
⇧ 4.5% vs 67 last year
Pending
19
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$697,000
⇩ 12.8% vs $799,000 last year
Average Price
$996,745
⇩ 8.8% vs $1,092,876 last year
Days on Market
108
⇩ 21.2% vs 137 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$346
⇧ 2.4% vs $338/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,099 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 70 this year vs 67 last year
  • Days on market: 108 now vs 137 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $697,000 (-12.8% YoY)
  • Average: $996,745 (-8.8% 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 25.1 miles — 131 listings ($107,647,081 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
95959Nevada City, CA 959590.0 mi74$71,294,782$700,000$963,443
95701Alta, CA 957019.8 mi6$7,639,800$685,000$1,273,300
95960North San Juan, CA 9596010.7 mi5$1,860,000$340,000$372,000
95715Emigrant Gap, CA 9571512.9 mi0$0$600,000$600,000
95717Gold Run, CA 9571714.1 mi3$1,859,832$619,944$619,944
95936Downieville, CA 9593615.6 mi1$644,000$644,000$644,000
95935Dobbins, CA 9593517.6 mi7$2,903,803$399,000$414,829
95925Challenge, CA 9592518.7 mi4$1,426,720$334,900$356,680
95930Clipper Mills, CA 9593020.9 mi2$514,200$259,000$257,100
95962Oregon House, CA 9596221.5 mi9$4,049,298$437,000$449,922
95919Brownsville, CA 9591922.1 mi11$9,441,146$499,000$858,286
96125Sierra City, CA 9612523.3 mi3$1,446,000$480,000$482,000
95728Soda Springs, CA 9572825.1 mi6$4,567,500$762,000$761,250

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NEVADA CITY, CA 95959?

As of February 2026, there are 70 active listings in NEVADA CITY, CA (zip code 95959), compared to 67 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NEVADA CITY, CA 95959?

The median listing price in NEVADA CITY, CA 95959 is $697,000 as of February 2026, a 12.8% decrease from $799,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in NEVADA CITY, CA 95959 spend an average of 108 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 137 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NEVADA CITY, CA 95959?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, NEVADA CITY, CA 95959 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 108 days on market compared to 137 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in NEVADA CITY, CA 95959 save an estimated $13,940 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $697,000. 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.