“I highly recommend Carrie Haworth. She is a wonderful realtor; she's professional, knowledgeable, and cares for her clients.”
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Merced County real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Merced County real estate market. *
Latest Monthly Snapshot
June 2026
Median sale price
$426K
+0.3%
from
May '26
Median list price
$420K
-5.7%
from
May '26
Active listings
669
+3.1%
from
May '26
Homes sold
176
+14%
from
May '26
New pendings
196
+2.1%
from
May '26
New listings
219
+12%
from
May '26
Monthly Pricing Trends for Merced County
Monthly data for the latest available year.
Median sale price
Median list price
Monthly Inventory and Sales Activity for Merced County
Monthly supply and activity totals for the latest available year.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
34
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
0
20
40
60
80
100
0
25
50
75
100
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jun 2026).
Merced County is currently tilted toward sellers, with a seller’s market gauge reading of 34 and just 2.7 months of supply. Compared with California overall, local inventory is leaner than the state’s 3.2 months of supply, helping support prices even as the typical home value hovers around $426,000.
Price trends show slight softening but not a sharp downturn, as the typical home value is down less than 1% year over year while the median list price has fallen a bit more. At the same time, demand looks resilient, with homes sold up more than 23% from a year ago and pending sales also higher year over year.
Conditions on the ground suggest a brisk but not overheated pace, with homes taking a median of 33 days to sell and about 26% closing above list, down from last month. With 669 active listings and over 200 new listings in June, both buyers and sellers can benefit from an Agent Pronto–recommended agent who understands how to navigate this shifting market.
Learn more about what Merced County has to offer.
Merced County offers residents a welcoming, opportunity-rich community with diverse job prospects, abundant outdoor recreation, strong schools, and a thriving local culture.
Merced County sits in the heart of the Central Valley, offering a practical mix of small city convenience, agricultural roots, and growing educational and medical hubs. Residents value how easy it is to reach major routes like Highway 99 and nearby destinations such as Fresno and Modesto, while still enjoying a slower pace than larger metros.
In Merced, the presence of the University of California, Merced supports research, jobs, and cultural events, along with recreational access at Lake Yosemite. Daily life stays convenient with neighborhood shopping, medical centers, and local favorites like Mainzer for dining and entertainment. Families appreciate strong community ties in cities such as Atwater and Livingston, where parks, schools, and youth programs are close at hand.
Outdoor options range from local recreation areas like Henderson Park in nearby Snelling to quick trips toward the Sierra foothills. The Merced County Library system, community colleges, and regional transit connections support both daily routines and long term plans.
Buying or selling in Merced County involves decoding neighborhood trends, future development, water considerations, and commute patterns. A knowledgeable local agent can focus on these details, handle the logistics, and reduce stress so both buyers and sellers can move forward with confidence. Agent Pronto connects you with that kind of expertise.
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“Justin is the agent you need. This is my second time with him and he's just getting better. The quality and value and experience he has is unmatched. You need somebody that is going to fight for you, somebody that leaves no stone unturned and can give you peace of mind. We had several obstacles to overcome and he held my hand the whole time. He knows how to strategize, think on his feet, and he'll literally predict the entire process as you watch it play out in real time. He knows everybody in the business, but not just in his field. He has a "rolodex" of the best service providers (ie Handyman, Loan officers, Cleaning, landscaping, contractors, etc) who I've become close with all of them and use them still. Our challenges occured during the gov't shutdown. He stayed the course while the odds were against us. I have been referring clients to him for 15 years now. I trust him and he delivers and he cares. He not only earns his commish, he puts it to work FOR YOU. That's VALUE MY FRIENDS”
Clear Way Real Estate
“Working with Danny was a great experience from start to finish. He was knowledgeable, responsive, and made the entire home-buying process smooth and stress-free. Thank you, Danny, for your guidance and dedication throughout the purchase of our property. We truly appreciate all of your hard work and highly recommend you to anyone looking for an excellent real estate agent!”
Century 21 All Stars
“I had a very pleasant experience with Diana; she made the home buying process going smoothly and enjoyable.”
PMZ 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
“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
“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”
HomeSmart PV and Associates
“I have used John many times throughout the years, and he's always very responsive and knowledgeable, he takes care of the whole process start to finish, and really knows his stuff,. I wo highly recommend him”
eXp Realty John Olson Real Estate Services
“Everything very good, an incredible person, very attentive and with a lot of patience.”super super Highly recommended.” GRACIAS 🙏”
Century 21 Select Real Estate
“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.”
Realty ONE Group Zoom
“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!”
PMZ Real Estate
“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.”
eXp Realty The Camara Group
“You asked about Ozzy.... He was a great agent, and a quality individual. Highly recommend him to buyers or sellers. Very professional and just a good all around guy!”
Bella Vista Real Estate
“At our first meeting Gautam had an accurate understanding of my neighborhood and it's surroundings. After walking through the house and the yards he gave a clear assessment of our home's value and the reasons why. He also had an idea of what types of buyers would likely show interest, and how to market our home to them. He had an excellent advertising package in mind. One day after being on the market we received a full-price offer. It fell through, but in line were two more full-price offers. The second potential buyer became the buyer. There were three issues with the property that arose and he handled them all. That was especially helpful as we were already out-of-state. The house sold without further issues. Gotham was easy to work with, and his expertise gave me confidence that things would be well-handled. I recommend Gautam highly, and would recommend him to family and friends.”
Universal Realty Services, Inc.
“I could not be more happy with the work that Sheila Urbanek did for me on finding, negotiating, and finishing the real estate deal. It was a long process finding me the perfect home, and Sheila was patiently there every step of the way, answering questions and providing me guidance. Thank you Sheila!”
Realty Concepts
“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.”
Century 21 Select Group
“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.”
NextHome D&G Realty Group
“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.”
HomeSmart PV & Associates
“It was a pleasure to deal with Louis in regards to the sale of my property.”
Realty World AC Properties
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