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CHICO, CA 95973

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

Market Analysis

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

The CHICO, CA real estate market (95973) currently shows 95 active listings, with 25 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 47 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.2% year-over-year, from $552,250 to $592,000.

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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
95
⇩ 6.9% vs 102 last year
Pending
25
26% pending ratio
Median Price
$592,000
⇧ 7.2% vs $552,250 last year
Average Price
$659,040
⇧ 3.9% vs $634,113 last year
Days on Market
68
⇧ 44.7% vs 47 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$308
⇧ 1% vs $305/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,966 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 95 this year vs 102 last year
  • Days on market: 68 now vs 47 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $592,000 (+7.2% YoY)
  • Average: $659,040 (+3.9% 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 35.2 miles — 361 listings ($212,666,449 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
95973Chico, CA 959730.0 mi78$53,604,330$587,500$687,235
95928Chico, CA 9592813.7 mi77$48,635,587$522,000$631,631
95942Forest Ranch, CA 9594215.8 mi14$5,627,706$386,625$401,979
96090Tehama, CA 9609016.7 mi2$490,000$245,000$245,000
95978Stirling City, CA 9597817.2 mi2$409,900$204,950$204,950
95938Durham, CA 9593819.3 mi4$2,478,668$575,000$619,667
95958Nelson, CA 9595822.1 mi1$239,000$239,000$239,000
95965Oroville, CA 9596524.4 mi40$21,368,080$371,975$534,202
95974Richvale, CA 9597427.0 mi1$395,000$395,000$395,000
95917Biggs, CA 9591731.9 mi9$5,611,824$599,000$623,536
96029Flournoy, CA 9602933.9 mi2$649,000$324,500$324,500
96080Red Bluff, CA 9608034.6 mi118$68,437,522$425,725$579,979
95988Willows, CA 9598835.2 mi13$4,719,832$305,000$363,064

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of September 2026, there are 95 active listings in CHICO, CA (zip code 95973), compared to 102 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in CHICO, CA 95973 is $592,000 as of September 2026, a 7.2% increase from $552,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHICO, CA 95973 spend an average of 68 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 47 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 September 2026, CHICO, CA 95973 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 47 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 $11,840 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $592,000. 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.