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LAKEHEAD, CA 96051

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Shasta County
Balanced Market
July 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The LAKEHEAD, CA real estate market (96051) currently shows 20 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 90 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.

The median listing price has risen 0.7% year-over-year, from $483,450 to $487,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,067  ·  Density: 1.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $64,329

Typical home value: $315,220  ·  Homeownership: 75.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
20
⇩ 4.8% vs 21 last year
Pending
2
10% pending ratio
Median Price
$487,000
⇧ 0.7% vs $483,450 last year
Average Price
$522,058
⇧ 13.5% vs $459,877 last year
Days on Market
90
vs 90 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$246
⇧ 0.8% vs $244/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,025 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 20 this year vs 21 last year
  • Days on market: 90 now vs 90 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $487,000 (+0.7% YoY)
  • Average: $522,058 (+13.5% 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 35.5 miles — 533 listings ($259,722,640 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
96051Lakehead, CA 960510.0 mi8$4,077,216$503,700$509,652
96019Shasta Lake, CA 9601914.9 mi32$11,160,480$318,250$348,765
96033French Gulch, CA 9603316.4 mi3$913,899$299,900$304,633
96025Dunsmuir, CA 9602521.0 mi19$5,639,200$293,750$296,800
96087Shasta, CA 9608721.9 mi3$1,312,350$437,450$437,450
96001Redding, CA 9600123.0 mi131$73,754,572$469,000$563,012
96091Trinity Center, CA 9609124.2 mi25$10,767,825$386,875$430,713
96002Redding, CA 9600225.7 mi118$59,255,234$462,100$502,163
96052Lewiston, CA 9605227.8 mi20$7,298,200$290,000$364,910
96067Mount Shasta, CA 9606728.8 mi31$23,122,032$663,000$745,872
96007Anderson, CA 9600730.9 mi80$35,981,680$400,500$449,771
96093Weaverville, CA 9609332.0 mi28$10,849,412$337,000$387,479
96013Burney, CA 9601335.5 mi35$15,590,540$259,000$445,444

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAKEHEAD, CA 96051?

As of July 2026, there are 20 active listings in LAKEHEAD, CA (zip code 96051), compared to 21 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAKEHEAD, CA 96051?

The median listing price in LAKEHEAD, CA 96051 is $487,000 as of July 2026, a 0.7% increase from $483,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAKEHEAD, CA 96051 spend an average of 90 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 90 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAKEHEAD, CA 96051?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of July 2026, LAKEHEAD, CA 96051 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAKEHEAD, CA 96051 save an estimated $9,740 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $487,000. 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.