Market Report for Auburn, CA

I hope this finds you well! I wanted to send along an update on the Auburn, CA real estate market, where things currently stand, and where I think we’re headed — plus a few fun holiday happenings in our area.

🏡 Auburn, CA Real Estate Market Update — December 2025

As we close out 2025, the Auburn housing market is showing interesting shifts that both buyers and sellers should know about. With inventory rising, buyer activity picking up, and pricing staying relatively stable, this year has given us a balanced market with opportunities on both sides of the transaction.

📊 Market Snapshot — What’s Happening Now

✅ Median Home Price: Around $611,000 — slightly down about 1.1% year-over-year but still healthy overall.
🏠 Active Listings: Approximately 180+ active for sale homes — giving buyers more options than we’ve seen in the past couple of years.
📑 Pending / Under Contract: Around 50-60 pending listings at median asking prices in the $600K+ range, showing continued buyer interest.
📊 Days on Market: Homes typically go pending in about 30-40+ days, giving buyers time to make thoughtful offers and sellers time to evaluate terms.
📈 Recent Sold Activity: Monthly sold homes still trending consistently — indicating that quality listings still find buyers.

👉 In general, homes priced and marketed well are selling, but buyers aren’t feeling the intense bidding wars we saw in prior years.

📉 Buyer vs. Seller Market — What It Feels Like in Auburn

After several years of a tight, seller-dominated market, Auburn is now moving toward a more balanced environment — with aspects that favor buyers while still leaving room for sellers to attract strong offers:

🔑 Why It’s Friendly for Buyers

More inventory: Buyers now have more homes to choose from than in recent years.
Time to negotiate: Homes aren’t disappearing in a single weekend — offering more breathing room for offers and inspections.
Less pressure: With homes staying on market a bit longer, buyers can be more selective and strategic.

📈 Why Sellers Still Benefit

Steady demand: Buyers are active and still closing deals.
Pricing matters: Homes priced right and in great condition tend to go under contract within weeks.
Market stability: While intense competition has cooled, the market still rewards preparedness and presentation.

Bottom line: This isn’t a heavy seller’s market like we saw in the early 2020s — nor is it a deep buyers’ market. It’s balanced with buyer advantages, especially for prepared and financed buyers.

🏘️ Community and Seasonal Vibes in Auburn

Auburn’s charm isn’t just in its housing market — it’s in its community spirit. As winter approaches, the foothill city continues to host local events, makers’ markets, and gatherings that strengthen neighborhood connections. From holiday markets downtown to winter concerts, there’s always something that brings locals together and makes this place feel like home.

📅 Looking Ahead to the New Year
Whether you’re preparing to list in 2026 or hoping to find your next home in Auburn, the start of a new year often brings fresh motivation and renewed opportunities in real estate.

🌟 Final Thoughts & Warm Wishes

As we head into 2026, Auburn’s real estate landscape is stable, active, and offering choices for thoughtful buyers — while still rewarding sellers who present their properties well. It’s a market where strategy and preparation win.

✨ Wishing all of our readers good health and growing wealth in the New Year. Whether you’re buying your first home, selling a long-loved property, or investing in real estate, may the coming year bring clarity, confidence, and success.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season and all the best — both personally and in your real estate plans.

Warmly,
Mandee Tatro
Your Friend & Realtor
310-266-1815
mandeetatrorealestate@gmail.com
www.mandeetatro.com