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CARNELIAN BAY, CA 96140

Real Estate Market Report
Seller's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The CARNELIAN BAY, CA real estate market (96140) currently shows 16 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 41 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 selling faster, averaging 41 days on market compared to 150 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 14.2% year-over-year, from $1,275,000 to $1,094,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,219  ·  Density: 45.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $129,063

Typical home value: $816,129  ·  Homeownership: 85.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
16
⇩ 5.9% vs 17 last year
Pending
3
19% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,094,500
⇩ 14.2% vs $1,275,000 last year
Average Price
$2,820,289
⇩ 7.9% vs $3,062,492 last year
Days on Market
41
⇩ 72.7% vs 150 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$685
⇧ 8.4% vs $632/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,566 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 16 this year vs 17 last year
  • Days on market: 41 now vs 150 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,094,500 (-14.2% YoY)
  • Average: $2,820,289 (-7.9% 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 21.8 miles — 378 listings ($728,811,459 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
96140Carnelian Bay, CA 961400.0 mi15$26,704,230$1,007,500$1,780,282
96145Tahoe City, CA 961454.3 mi25$56,500,350$1,244,500$2,260,014
89402Crystal Bay, NV 894025.4 mi9$167,461,074$11,900,000$18,606,786
96160Truckee, CA 961607.8 mi1$2,395,000$2,395,000$2,395,000
96141Homewood, CA 9614110.3 mi7$17,292,625$1,945,750$2,470,375
96111Floriston, CA 9611113.5 mi1$719,000$719,000$719,000
89703Carson City, NV 8970314.7 mi45$38,307,285$683,075$851,273
89704Washoe Valley, NV 8970415.5 mi13$26,336,375$1,173,250$2,025,875
89511Reno, NV 8951116.7 mi130$276,982,420$1,956,250$2,130,634
89448Zephyr Cove, NV 8944818.3 mi14$24,687,824$1,433,750$1,763,416
89439Verdi, NV 8943921.0 mi15$17,377,635$985,750$1,158,509
89701Carson City, NV 8970121.5 mi62$29,192,452$449,750$470,846
89519Reno, NV 8951921.8 mi41$44,855,189$949,985$1,094,029

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CARNELIAN BAY, CA 96140?

As of March 2026, there are 16 active listings in CARNELIAN BAY, CA (zip code 96140), compared to 17 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CARNELIAN BAY, CA 96140?

The median listing price in CARNELIAN BAY, CA 96140 is $1,094,500 as of March 2026, a 14.2% decrease from $1,275,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in CARNELIAN BAY, CA 96140 spend an average of 41 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 150 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CARNELIAN BAY, CA 96140?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, CARNELIAN BAY, CA 96140 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 41 days on market compared to 150 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CARNELIAN BAY, CA 96140 save an estimated $21,890 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,094,500. 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.