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NEVADA CITY, CA 95959

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Nevada County
Balanced Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The NEVADA CITY, CA real estate market (95959) currently shows 90 active listings, with 25 pending sales. Homes are averaging 48 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 48 days on market compared to 42 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6.4% year-over-year, from $769,000 to $720,000.

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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
90
⇩ 1.1% vs 91 last year
Pending
25
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$720,000
⇩ 6.4% vs $769,000 last year
Average Price
$973,881
⇩ 6% vs $1,036,315 last year
Days on Market
48
⇧ 14.3% vs 42 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$335
⇩ 1.2% vs $339/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,256 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 90 this year vs 91 last year
  • Days on market: 48 now vs 42 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $720,000 (-6.4% YoY)
  • Average: $973,881 (-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 25.2 miles — 387 listings ($280,915,653 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
95959Nevada City, CA 959590.0 mi70$69,772,150$697,000$996,745
95910Alleghany, CA 959108.7 mi2$134,000$67,000$67,000
95714Dutch Flat, CA 9571410.1 mi4$2,270,668$589,000$567,667
95945Grass Valley, CA 9594512.1 mi68$46,878,248$589,500$689,386
95922Camptonville, CA 9592214.1 mi4$1,229,332$314,000$307,333
95975Rough And Ready, CA 9597517.4 mi11$8,915,500$735,000$810,500
95713Colfax, CA 9571318.3 mi40$23,091,680$625,000$577,292
95946Penn Valley, CA 9594620.3 mi51$31,605,057$499,450$619,707
95631Foresthill, CA 9563121.0 mi34$20,432,402$521,000$600,953
95949Grass Valley, CA 9594922.0 mi88$65,457,656$618,730$743,837
95981Strawberry Valley, CA 9598123.0 mi5$1,807,875$348,250$361,575
95728Soda Springs, CA 9572825.1 mi5$3,933,335$793,750$786,667
95703Applegate, CA 9570325.2 mi5$5,387,750$933,750$1,077,550

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of April 2026, there are 90 active listings in NEVADA CITY, CA (zip code 95959), compared to 91 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in NEVADA CITY, CA 95959 is $720,000 as of April 2026, a 6.4% decrease from $769,000 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 48 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 42 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 April 2026, NEVADA CITY, CA 95959 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 48 days on market compared to 42 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 $14,400 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $720,000. 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.