Market Intelligence Report — CA-760

Sonora, CA

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

Ref. No: 2026-CA-09
As of the latest 2026 data
Very Weak

Median Listing

$440K
+1.0% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.16
-3.0% YoY

Active Inventory

507
-0.6% YoY

Median DOM

82 Days
-11.4% YoY

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The Sonora market exhibits very weak conditions, evidenced by a pending ratio of 0.16. This indicates demand absorption is significantly lagging behind supply, despite marginal year-over-year price gains. Total listings stand at 589 with active listings of 507.

Local Market Signals

Source: FRED (St. Louis Fed)

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Market Analysis

What's moving the Sonora market right now.

The pending ratio currently stands at 0.16, reflecting a 3.0 percentage point contraction year-over-year. While new listings saw a substantial increase of 25.7% year-over-year, active listings remained largely flat with a modest 0.6% year-over-year decline. The median listing price saw a slight 0.1% month-over-month increase and a 1.0% year-over-year gain, suggesting some price resilience despite weakening demand indicators.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$440K+0.1% MoM

Active Inventory

507-0.6% YoY

Days on Market

82-11.4% YoY

Sold Score™

26-3.0% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

26
Oct 23Sep 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Oct 23Sep 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Oct 23May 24Dec 24Jul 25Feb 26Sep 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

Negotiating leverage favors greater price discipline from sellers due to the slow pace of pending sales. With a low pending ratio, inventory pressure is reduced for prospective buyers, allowing for more deliberate decision-making. The extended median days on market, at 82, further underscores the current market dynamics.

Luxury Segment

The average listing price increased by 4.7% year-over-year, outpacing the 1.0% year-over-year rise in median listing price, and suggesting some strength in higher-priced tiers. However, the median price per square foot saw only a 1.0% year-over-year increase, indicating mixed signals within the luxury segment.

Supply Dynamics

507 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 88 per month.

Pricing Pressure
23.1%

of active listings carry a price reduction, +0.9% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved +1.0% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.16

Pending-to-active ratio — Very Weak.

Recommended For This Market

Very Weak

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Buyer Demand Index
16%
Median Days on Market
82 days
Inventory YoY
−1%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Sonora, CA
CBSA Code
43760
State
CA

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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 0.16 with median days on market at 82.

  • Are home prices dropping in Sonora?+

    Median listing price is $440K, +1.0% year over year. 23.1% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Sonora?+

    The typical listing sits 82 days on market, a -11.4% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 88 per month.

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

    The average listing price increased by 4.7% year-over-year, outpacing the 1.0% year-over-year rise in median listing price, and suggesting some strength in higher-priced tiers. However, the median price per square foot saw only a 1.0% year-over-year increase, indicating mixed signals within the luxury segment.

  • 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