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CHICO, CA 95973

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

Market Analysis

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

The CHICO, CA real estate market (95973) currently shows 78 active listings, with 24 pending sales. Homes are averaging 73 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 73 days on market compared to 40 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.9% year-over-year, from $582,000 to $587,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 38,323  ·  Density: 49.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $87,667

Typical home value: $452,119  ·  Homeownership: 62.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
78
vs 78 last year
Pending
24
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$587,500
⇧ 0.9% vs $582,000 last year
Average Price
$687,235
⇩ 6.6% vs $735,549 last year
Days on Market
73
⇧ 82.5% vs 40 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$309
⇩ 1.3% vs $313/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,866 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 73 now vs 40 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $587,500 (+0.9% YoY)
  • Average: $687,235 (-6.6% 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 34.7 miles — 211 listings ($139,674,175 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
95973Chico, CA 959730.0 mi74$50,644,194$562,000$684,381
95928Chico, CA 9592813.7 mi72$51,834,744$539,999$719,927
95942Forest Ranch, CA 9594215.8 mi14$5,725,412$382,000$408,958
96090Tehama, CA 9609016.7 mi1$269,000$269,000$269,000
95978Stirling City, CA 9597817.2 mi2$409,900$204,950$204,950
95938Durham, CA 9593819.3 mi8$5,974,000$635,000$746,750
95958Nelson, CA 9595822.1 mi1$239,000$239,000$239,000
95943Glenn, CA 9594323.2 mi1$335,000$335,000$335,000
95963Orland, CA 9596326.0 mi30$18,526,260$462,000$617,542
95940Feather Falls, CA 9594030.0 mi1$275,000$275,000$275,000
96075Paynes Creek, CA 9607532.8 mi1$2,600,000$2,600,000$2,600,000
95970Princeton, CA 9597034.2 mi1$995,000$995,000$995,000
95968Palermo, CA 9596834.7 mi5$1,846,665$300,000$369,333

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHICO, CA 95973?

As of February 2026, there are 78 active listings in CHICO, CA (zip code 95973), compared to 78 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHICO, CA 95973?

The median listing price in CHICO, CA 95973 is $587,500 as of February 2026, a 0.9% increase from $582,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHICO, CA 95973 spend an average of 73 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 40 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHICO, CA 95973?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CHICO, CA 95973 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 73 days on market compared to 40 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 95973 save an estimated $11,750 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $587,500. 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.