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Lake County real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Lake County real estate market, updated for May 2026. *
Lake County is sitting in a neutral market right now, with a market gauge of 49, meaning neither buyers nor sellers clearly have the upper hand. Typical home values are around $318,000, far below the California average of $855,300. Inventory sits at 427 homes, with about 8.1 months of supply, which helps explain the balanced conditions.
Prices have been easing, with the typical home value down 5.07% month over month and the median list price falling about 20.05% to $319,000. At the same time, homes are taking longer to sell, with the median days on market climbing to 117 days, up 7.34% from last month and 27.17% year over year, signaling buyers have more time and options. Only about 15.09% of homes are selling above list, and the average sale-to-list ratio is 0.95, so sellers often accept modest discounts.
New listings have dipped 9.92% year over year to 109, while pending sales are up 7.32%, and inventory is down 13.39% compared with last year, all combining to keep conditions from swinging strongly toward either side. Looking ahead to April 2026, typical values are projected to edge down to about $309,500 and median list prices to around $279,000, with inventory roughly steady at 429 homes, continuing the theme of balance. In this kind of steady, neutral environment, both buyers and sellers can benefit from a skilled local agent, and Agent Pronto can connect them with the right professional to guide each step.
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Learn more about what Lake County has to offer.
Lake County offers residents a welcoming, nature-filled lifestyle with strong community ties, abundant outdoor recreation, and growing opportunities.
Lake County stands apart from nearby Napa County and Sonoma County with its more relaxed pace, lower housing costs, and the natural centerpiece of Clear Lake, one of the oldest lakes in North America. Here, everyday life is shaped by water, open space, and close ties between neighbors in communities like Lakeport, Clearlake, Kelseyville, Middletown, and Hidden Valley Lake.
Residents lean into the outdoors. Clear Lake State Park’s shoreline and trails are highlighted on the county’s parks pages at Lake County Parks, while Anderson Marsh State Historic Park combines birdwatching, paddling, and local history. Anglers and boaters head out from Lakeport’s Library Park, and hikers circle the volcanic landscapes of Mount Konocti County Park. Local flavor shows up at spots like Kelsey Creek Brewing and community events listed through the Lake County Chamber of Commerce.
For longtime residents thinking of selling, understanding current buyer demand from nearby regions like Santa Rosa or Sacramento is crucial. Buyers considering a move can benefit from early planning, from financing to choosing between lakefront cottages and rural acreage. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with the right local real estate professional so they can prepare properly and make timely, confident decisions in Lake County.
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“Gabriela delivered exceptional results. She guided us through every step, negotiated strategically, and made sure we got the best possible outcome. Her responsiveness and knowledge of the market truly set her apart. She’s a huge asset to your team! We’re extremely grateful for Gabriela and everything she did for our family. She made what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and well-managed. Her professionalism, consistency, and dedication did not go unnoticed. Highly recommend working with her.”
Century 21 Citrus Realty
“As out-of-state owners, we relied on Nancy Andreason for every step of preparing, listing, and selling our Huntington Beach home. Her advice was excellent—she knew exactly what to fix, what to leave alone, and she managed contractors and follow-up right up to the final days, even personally handling unexpected issues. She priced the home perfectly, resulting in a final sale price of more than $100,000 above asking. She also knew which offers were serious, which to pass on, and even guided a brief bidding war. We accepted the final offer just five days after listing. After a few days of back-and-forth over contingencies, Nancy successfully negotiated their removal. She then guided us through a quick escrow, including navigating the home’s ownership trust and coordinating all of the remote document signing. What could have been a stressful process became a genuinely pleasant experience. We feel very fortunate to have had Nancy as our agent and highly recommend her to anyone in the area.”
Coldwell Banker Andreason Group
“Being that we were selling and not being local, Pamela made the sale much eaasier with great communication, being available to answer any questions or concerns we had. Pamela was easy to deal with and very professional. Making the experience much less stressful than we had anticapated for being out of state. Thank you and great job, Pamela.”
Century 21 Hometown Realty
“We worked with Melissa on selling our home and buying a new one. She knows her business and minimized the stress. She helped us keep our eyes on the goal and achieve it. She's a creative thinker and finds ways around problems. Melissa is a good person and works well with others. She has good contacts with experienced providers such as movers and cleaners. Recommend her without reservation.”
eXP Realty
“We cannot recommend Fran highly enough! From day one, she went above and beyond to ensure we found the perfect home. Fran truly dedicated herself to our search, driving all over at any time of day to make sure we didn't miss an opportunity. Her commitment, work ethic, and willingness to go out of her way made a potentially stressful process feel seamless. If you want a realtor who will fight for you and show up whenever you need her, Fran is the one!”
Coldwell Banker Home Source
“Joanna was a pleasure to work with! She was always quick to respond to all of our questions. She made herself available to us whenever we asked. She immediately followed through on every unexpected task that came up. Joanna made us feel like we were her top priority (I have a feeling all of her clients feel that way). I highly recommend JoAnna Nassar!”
COLDWELL BANKER | ENVISION
“We have used Carmen Gargani on multiple transactions in the Sacramento area. Carmen keeps you in the loop all the time. Great communication with the whole team. We have bought properties and sold some also, she goes up and above to get the deal done. We will use no one else!! Great job Carmen❤️”
GUIDE Real Estate
“From the start she listened and began the search for my ideal home. She went above and beyond to ensure the property I choose was ready for closing and the things I asked for from the seller were met.”
Century 21 Select
“Judy Bohlen did an excellent job of getting my condo sold & keep me informed of the progress when we had an offer. Russ Davis”
Century 21 Award
“Rienne is AWESOME. She was always available to communicate with as well as to show our house. We were pleasantly surprised at all of the personal touches she added. Her commitment to her job shows! It was a journey to go through in which Rienee handled it all with class and style. Thank you again for everything.”
Century 21 Discovery
“We had a short timeline to sell our home and some last-minute surprises, but Jim navigated the process with efficiency and professionalism and got the job done. We're thrilled with the result and would be happy to work with Jim again or recommend him to anyone looking for great service at a fair price.”
NetEquity Real Estate
“Working with Adam Dalton was a great experience. He is professional, knowledgeable, and truly dedicated to getting the best results for his clients. His understanding of the Turlock market and his strong marketing approach made all the difference. He priced my home perfectly, and it sold in only two days. I’m so grateful for his help and highly recommend him!”
Century 21 Select
“Rio was excellent to work with ! Very knowledgeable and was always there to answer our questions or concerns - thanks Rio!”
Luxe Places International Realty
“Working with Albert Sanchez was a pleasure. As first-time home sellers, we were nervous, but he guided us through every step with patience and expertise. His team was always responsive and in our corner, making the process a stress-free experience, ensuring we got the best possible outcome for our property.”
Century 21 A Better Service Realty
“Paul's knowledge and professionalism made the process of selling our house very easy. He was there when we had questions and helped us throughout the sale. We highly recommend Paul and Carrie.”
RE/MAX Gold
“I hired Denise to sell my parents' home in Fairfax, CA following my father's passing away. Since I live abroad and travel frequently, I needed an agent who could design and manage a sale process without constant input from me (and my 9-hour time difference!). Denise turned out to be just the person. We were able to empty the home of my parents' effects, make the indoor and outdoor repairs and improvements necessary for the sale, organize the staging, and get the house on the market within a month of my hiring her. I give her top marks and recommend her strongly. Fantastic agent.”
Compass
“Mark Smith was very patient in helping me review forms to complete the sell, as this was my first time selling a home. Always in contact with me and kept me up to date on the status.”
Exp Realty of California, Inc.
“We had a wonderful buying experience with Jessica. We were new to the area and Jessica did a great job showing us all the different towns. We decided on Granite Bay where Jessica was able to find the perect home and off market as well! Highly recommend.”
eXp Realty of California
“If I could give Sarah Padilla more than 5 stars, I absolutely would! She was beyond amazing throughout our entire home-buying journey. Sarah is extremely professional and incredibly knowledgeable about purchasing a home here in California. No matter the day or time, she was always available when we needed her or had a quick question. We especially appreciated how hard she fought to get us the lowest price possible! Beyond her real estate expertise, Sarah just has an amazing personality. She is so fun to talk to, really listened to us, and genuinely cared about all of our wants and needs. We cannot recommend her enough!”
RE/MAX Gold
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