Market Intelligence Report — CA-760

Sonora, CA

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-CA-08
As of the latest 2026 data
Very Weak

Median Listing

$439K
-2.2% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.17
-1.9% YoY

Active Inventory

505
-7.0% YoY

Median DOM

74 Days
-8.1% YoY

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The Sonora market exhibits a Very Weak condition, characterized by a pending ratio of 0.17, indicating severe absorption challenges. This low demand relative to active inventory suggests a challenging environment for new transactions. Active listings have contracted by 7.0% over the past year, yet this has not translated into improved absorption metrics.

Local Market Signals

Source: FRED (St. Louis Fed)

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Market Analysis

What's moving the Sonora market right now.

Active listings have shown a year-over-year contraction of 7.0%, while new listings surged by 21.7% over the same period. The median listing price saw a modest month-over-month increase of 1.7% but remains 2.2% lower year-over-year. The pending ratio declined by 1.9% over the past year, reflecting persistent demand weakness, even as median days on market decreased by 8.1% year-over-year.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$439K+1.7% MoM

Active Inventory

505-7.0% YoY

Days on Market

74-8.1% YoY

Sold Score™

30-1.9% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

30
Sep 23Aug 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Sep 23Aug 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Sep 23Apr 24Nov 24Jun 25Jan 26Aug 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

In this environment, inventory pressure is notably subdued, as evidenced by a pending ratio well below 0.25. The rapid pace of new listings entering the market, coupled with limited absorption, affords significant latitude for price discipline. Transaction timelines may extend, and price adjustments are likely necessary to achieve sales.

Luxury Segment

While the median $/sqft shows a minimal year-over-year decline of 0.3%, the average listing price increased by 2.0% year-over-year. The spread between the average listing price ($536,116) and median listing price ($439,000) suggests some divergence, but there is no distinct signal of broader luxury-segment softness in this dataset beyond typical price tiering.

Supply Dynamics

505 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 112 per month.

Pricing Pressure
23.7%

of active listings carry a price reduction, -1.4% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved -0.3% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.17

Pending-to-active ratio — Very Weak.

Recommended For This Market

Very Weak

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Buyer Demand Index
17%
Median Days on Market
74 days
Inventory YoY
−7%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Sonora, CA
CBSA Code
43760
State
CA
Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Sonora?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Sonora metro is classified as Very Weak. Pending ratio is 0.17 with median days on market at 74.

  • Are home prices dropping in Sonora?+

    Median listing price is $439K, -2.2% year over year. 23.7% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Sonora?+

    The typical listing sits 74 days on market, a -8.1% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 112 per month.

  • What's happening in the Sonora luxury market?+

    While the median $/sqft shows a minimal year-over-year decline of 0.3%, the average listing price increased by 2.0% year-over-year. The spread between the average listing price ($536,116) and median listing price ($439,000) suggests some divergence, but there is no distinct signal of broader luxury-segment softness in this dataset beyond typical price tiering.

  • Where can I find a trusted Sonora real estate expert?+

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Sonora agents with verified credentials, Google reviews, and neighborhood specialization. See the Featured Experts section above.

Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

As of the latest 2026 data · CBSA 43760 · 36mo history