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CHESTER, CA 96020

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

Market Analysis

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

The CHESTER, CA real estate market (96020) currently shows 54 active listings, with 11 pending sales. Homes are averaging 62 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 62 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 15.6% year-over-year, from $638,750 to $539,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 2,593  ·  Density: 17.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $85,536

Typical home value: $260,989  ·  Homeownership: 80.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
54
⇧ 20% vs 45 last year
Pending
11
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$539,000
⇩ 15.6% vs $638,750 last year
Average Price
$655,638
⇩ 23.5% vs $856,562 last year
Days on Market
62
⇧ 17% vs 53 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$276
⇩ 20% vs $345/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,854 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 54 this year vs 45 last year
  • Days on market: 62 now vs 53 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $539,000 (-15.6% YoY)
  • Average: $655,638 (-23.5% 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 44.7 miles — 237 listings ($126,504,248 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
96020Chester, CA 960200.0 mi11$6,073,100$529,500$552,100
96063Mineral, CA 9606318.3 mi5$1,624,625$336,000$324,925
95934Crescent Mills, CA 9593423.5 mi2$558,000$279,000$279,000
95942Forest Ranch, CA 9594227.6 mi14$5,627,706$386,625$401,979
95954Magalia, CA 9595428.4 mi49$16,320,675$325,000$333,075
95978Stirling City, CA 9597830.6 mi2$409,900$204,950$204,950
95971Quincy, CA 9597131.6 mi19$9,346,214$532,000$491,906
95983Taylorsville, CA 9598332.4 mi3$5,400,000$1,800,000$1,800,000
96088Shingletown, CA 9608835.9 mi38$15,073,726$368,250$396,677
96096Whitmore, CA 9609639.7 mi4$7,685,332$699,000$1,921,333
95973Chico, CA 9597342.6 mi78$53,604,330$587,500$687,235
96016Cassel, CA 9601644.0 mi4$2,176,000$387,000$544,000
95916Berry Creek, CA 9591644.7 mi8$2,604,640$322,475$325,580

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHESTER, CA 96020?

As of July 2026, there are 54 active listings in CHESTER, CA (zip code 96020), compared to 45 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHESTER, CA 96020?

The median listing price in CHESTER, CA 96020 is $539,000 as of July 2026, a 15.6% decrease from $638,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHESTER, CA 96020 spend an average of 62 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 53 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHESTER, CA 96020?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of July 2026, CHESTER, CA 96020 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 62 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHESTER, CA 96020 save an estimated $10,780 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $539,000. 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.