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FOREST RANCH, CA 95942

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Butte County
Buyer's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The FOREST RANCH, CA real estate market (95942) currently shows 19 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 81 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 81 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3% year-over-year, from $449,500 to $435,875.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,786  ·  Density: 10.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $147,009

Typical home value: $481,030  ·  Homeownership: 91.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
19
⇧ 58.3% vs 12 last year
Pending
4
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$435,875
⇩ 3% vs $449,500 last year
Average Price
$506,658
⇧ 8.4% vs $467,591 last year
Days on Market
81
⇧ 97.6% vs 41 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$249
⇩ 6.4% vs $266/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,787 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 19 this year vs 12 last year
  • Days on market: 81 now vs 41 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $435,875 (-3% YoY)
  • Average: $506,658 (+8.4% 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 36.3 miles — 340 listings ($180,542,305 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
95942Forest Ranch, CA 959420.0 mi14$5,627,706$386,625$401,979
95978Stirling City, CA 959786.4 mi2$409,900$204,950$204,950
95969Paradise, CA 9596918.7 mi111$57,689,142$459,750$519,722
96055Los Molinos, CA 9605524.7 mi13$5,426,304$410,000$417,408
95928Chico, CA 9592824.9 mi77$48,635,587$522,000$631,631
95916Berry Creek, CA 9591625.5 mi8$2,604,640$322,475$325,580
95965Oroville, CA 9596527.5 mi40$21,368,080$371,975$534,202
96090Tehama, CA 9609028.2 mi2$490,000$245,000$245,000
95951Hamilton City, CA 9595129.0 mi2$720,000$360,000$360,000
95958Nelson, CA 9595831.4 mi1$239,000$239,000$239,000
96059Manton, CA 9605933.0 mi9$6,194,187$433,450$688,243
95934Crescent Mills, CA 9593435.3 mi2$558,000$279,000$279,000
96021Corning, CA 9602136.3 mi59$30,579,759$347,500$518,301

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FOREST RANCH, CA 95942?

As of April 2026, there are 19 active listings in FOREST RANCH, CA (zip code 95942), compared to 12 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FOREST RANCH, CA 95942?

The median listing price in FOREST RANCH, CA 95942 is $435,875 as of April 2026, a 3% decrease from $449,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in FOREST RANCH, CA 95942 spend an average of 81 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 41 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FOREST RANCH, CA 95942?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, FOREST RANCH, CA 95942 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 81 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FOREST RANCH, CA 95942 save an estimated $8,718 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $435,875. 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.