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FORTUNA, CA 95540

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 95540

Alton

Market Analysis

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

The FORTUNA, CA real estate market (95540) currently shows 60 active listings, with 15 pending sales. Homes are averaging 66 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.5% year-over-year, from $490,375 to $507,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 14,415  ·  Density: 163.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $58,348

Typical home value: $348,379  ·  Homeownership: 57.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
60
⇧ 42.9% vs 42 last year
Pending
15
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$507,500
⇧ 3.5% vs $490,375 last year
Average Price
$577,183
⇩ 4.6% vs $604,784 last year
Days on Market
66
⇧ 26.9% vs 52 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$304
⇩ 8.7% vs $333/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,552 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 60 this year vs 42 last year
  • Days on market: 66 now vs 52 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $507,500 (+3.5% YoY)
  • Average: $577,183 (-4.6% 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 32.8 miles — 243 listings ($137,361,867 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
95540Fortuna, CA 955400.0 mi48$27,989,280$521,000$583,110
95562Rio Dell, CA 955627.6 mi15$5,746,230$319,900$383,082
95551Loleta, CA 955518.6 mi4$1,250,000$302,500$312,500
95503Eureka, CA 9550311.0 mi59$31,602,347$484,250$535,633
95549Kneeland, CA 9554913.7 mi4$2,892,500$743,500$723,125
95501Eureka, CA 9550116.4 mi44$24,414,412$444,000$554,873
95558Petrolia, CA 9555817.6 mi1$559,000$559,000$559,000
95521Arcata, CA 9552119.7 mi26$16,922,828$497,000$650,878
95545Honeydew, CA 9554521.2 mi6$9,344,898$712,500$1,557,483
95526Bridgeville, CA 9552625.7 mi12$5,566,632$403,875$463,886
95554Myers Flat, CA 9555427.0 mi2$511,000$255,500$255,500
95514Blocksburg, CA 9551430.6 mi5$4,934,125$661,750$986,825
95560Redway, CA 9556032.8 mi17$5,628,615$271,750$331,095

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FORTUNA, CA 95540?

As of June 2026, there are 60 active listings in FORTUNA, CA (zip code 95540), compared to 42 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FORTUNA, CA 95540?

The median listing price in FORTUNA, CA 95540 is $507,500 as of June 2026, a 3.5% increase from $490,375 the prior year.

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

Homes in FORTUNA, CA 95540 spend an average of 66 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 52 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FORTUNA, CA 95540?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of June 2026, FORTUNA, CA 95540 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FORTUNA, CA 95540 save an estimated $10,150 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $507,500. 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.