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* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Empire real estate market, updated for April 2026. *
Empire is currently tilted toward sellers, with the market gauge at 17 indicating a clear seller’s market. Homes are valued around $425,000 and are typically spending just 8 days on the market. Limited supply and quick sales are keeping conditions tight for buyers.
Short timelines and modest inventory help explain why conditions favor sellers right now. Only 5 homes were on the market in February 2026, with 5 new listings and 3 pending sales, while months of supply sits at just 2.5, well below what’s considered balanced. About 100% of recent sales closed above list price, and the average sale-to-list ratio of roughly 1.006 shows that buyers are often paying slightly more than asking.
Values in Empire have risen about 8.97% over the past year, and typical home value even jumped 51.52% month over month, while nearby Stanislaus County has seen typical values dip around 6.08% to $455,000. Median list prices in Empire eased slightly to $405,000, down 4.13% from the prior month, and inventory has increased 25% year over year but remains very low compared with the county’s 694 active listings. With projected values climbing toward $497,250 next month and inventory expected to hold around 5 homes, both buyers navigating tight conditions and sellers weighing strong demand can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help finding the right local agent.
Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.
Empire offers residents a warm, welcoming community, affordable living, and convenient access to parks, schools, and nearby outdoor recreation and amenities.
Empire stands apart from nearby Modesto and Ceres with its small-town scale and close connections, where longtime residents and newer arrivals often know each other by name. Many daily needs are within a short drive, yet the community still feels distinctly local and grounded.
Life here revolves around simple routines. Families appreciate neighborhood schools like Empire Elementary School and nearby parks where kids can play after class. Residents head to Empire Community Park for ballfields, open lawns, and weekend gatherings. The surrounding agricultural land shapes both the landscape and local identity, with seasonal farm work and produce stands reminding you how close you are to the source of your food.
For errands and entertainment, locals often combine Empire’s essentials with quick trips to downtown Modesto or Riverbank shopping and dining. The Stanislaus County Library – Empire branch and community programs provide additional resources for families, students, and retirees. Nearby access to the Tuolumne River Regional Park offers trails and open space for walking and biking.
In a market shaped by affordability and proximity to regional job centers, timing and preparation matter. Whether you are planning to sell a longtime family home or secure a first place in Empire, Agent Pronto can connect you with a real estate professional who understands the area and can guide you through each step as a buyer or a seller.
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“Santiago myself and my daughter had the most respect for him. He sold one house for me and he helped me purchase the home I have now. He explained everything to us. He told me if I had any questions that I could call him anytime day or night even weekends. I would recommend him n a minute to anyone looking for a realtor. Santiago thank u for everything from the bottom of my heart. I am very happy for my new house Sincerely Karen Hand”
“Adam is an amzing person and realotor. It's important for me to have a realotor with both personal understanding and professional attitude and Adam was more than suitable in both aspects. He was available everytime I had a question, ready to go with us during open houses and arrange site visits. He understood the housing requirement and the budget that I had to buy the house and worked accordingly to find a suitable match. He has a very pleasing personality that is admirable and is preferable in a realotor. I strongly recommend Adam Dalton to any buyer and would recommend him to my friends and relatives in furture.”
“Gina Bocage is an outstanding realtor! She is knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely cares about her clients. She made the entire buying/selling process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a top-notch real estate professional.”
“My husband and I are grateful to have Monica on our side throughout our first home-buying experience. We thought the possibility of owning a home was out of reach and overwhelming, but Monica turned this intimidating process into a smooth and understandable one. Not only was her communication very clear and thorough, she made sure to follow up with all parties often to ensure we closed as soon as possible. Monica was able to get us through some challenges along the way and always kept us informed. She provided options with solutions without skipping a beat - this is how I knew we had the right realtor on our side. We truly recommend her to anyone looking to purchase a home.”
“I was completely lost, no idea how or what to do, Jimmy walked me through all of it and I am completly satisfied with the outcome”
“Everything very good, an incredible person, very attentive and with a lot of patience.”super super Highly recommended.” GRACIAS 🙏”
“We recently purchased a home witht he help of Darrin DeSilva and his team of professionals and I couldnt be happier with the entire experience. From start to finsih, they were professional, attentive and truly ommitted to helping finf the right home. Him and his team (Audry) communicated clearly, answered every question, and made what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and manageable. Their knowledge of the market, attention to detail, and genuine care for their clients really stand out. Thanks to their guidance , we were able to find a home that fit our needs perfectly. I'm greateful for their hard work and highly recomend DeSilva realty to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.”
“I have to say from our first meeting I found Linda to be very pleasant, proffessioal and informative. This was reasuring to me as this was the first experience my wife and I have had with the process of buying a home. I was QUITE NERVOUS about buying a home for the first time, (and it did not help that I don't trust most people) but I have to say that Linda put me at ease with her explanation of the process, and what to look for when it comes to perchasing a home. We let her know what we were looking for, what we could afford and what area we wanted to live in. Linda MORE than met all of our expectation. I would HIGHLY recommend Linda to anyone looking for a pleasant and positive experience when it comes to buying a home!”
“We are so grateful to have had Amy Thomas as our realtor along with Alex Pallios our loan officer. Amy from the beginning was very friendly, patient, and compassionate. She worked extremely hard to get us that dream home that we have always wanted. She fought tooth and nail to counter our offers & she won!! We were so grateful for an awesome experience throughout this whole home experience process. This was a great experience and we will be sure to refer to our friends and family. They truly made the process go smooth and helped us move out in just a little over 30 days!”
“Jason was an exceptional realtor, he found exactly what we were looking for. He, explained all the details of housebuying and answered all of our questions throughout the entire process, he was extremely responsive! Once we explained what we were looking for he ensure all the homes we viewed checked our boxes, once we found the right home he was extremely thorough through the entire closing process, we couldn't have asked for a better realtor! 10 Out 10 recommend!! Jason was amazing!!”
“I am a first time homebuyer. I am a single woman that was very scared to take this leap and buy a house alone. Chris was ALWAYS available for all of my questions. I could talk to him in the evenings, mornings, and even on weekends. Whenever I wanted to see a property, Chris MADE IT HAPPEN! He took the time to walk me through complicated documents at my pace. Chris is very experienced and good at negotiations. He was able to get 2 major repairs done at the property at the Seller's expence!”
“Travis went above and beyond with helping me find my home. He was so helpful and patience with me . Never felt pressured to buy a home. He guided me and helped me to look for a nice area, specially because I'm not familiar with Manteca neighborhoods. I'm so glad I found him and also Miss Patino did an amazing job too.”
“So grateful to have worked with such a knowledgeable & amazing agent that went above & beyond to ensure the purchase of my property was smooth! He remained very profesional the entire time & worked very hard to get me the deal I needed. I would highly recommend his services for anyone buying or selling a property! 10/10!!!”
“Parm is very efficient and professional. She helped us to sell the house in Sacramento. We are very satisfied and highly recommend her.”
“We were able to get the house we wanted within our budget, all thanks to Pillar Tobias. She was really helpful in trying multiple ways to get our loan approved. It was a bit rough because we had a lot of issues but her dedication and persistence made us pull through. Thank you so much for all your efforts, and for not giving up even when we already did.”
“Larrae was excellent at communicating with me during the purchase. She took the time to ensure everything was smooth and all my needs were addressed. I loved this experience, would definitely work with Larrae and the company again without hesitation.”
“I was very satisfied with Angel Ramirez. I was out of state for the painting , staging and open house. I trusted Ms. Ramirez. She represented me very well. Excellent, would have no reservations recommending Angel Ramirez.”
“Several agents reached out to us with basic information, but Jane Cresswell's initial contact was a step above all the others. She'd done some research and already had some helpful information about our property. Outstanding from the outset and brilliant throughout.”
“Genaro Duran was above and beyond excellent. It was my first time buying a home and he went the extra mile for my family and I...There are other real estate agents who just wanna get into the house and not care about what you're buying, but he does. Thank you very much. He is the best real estate agent.”
“Adrian was a very wonderful agent. He helped me a lot with the sale of my property. A very helpful and prompt agent. He knew his business. I will use him again. I want to tell everyone out there if you need someone in real estate, pick Adrian - he's the one.”
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