Merced County, CA Housing Market
Median List Price
$447,450
Updated August 2026
Today, Merced County has 316 homes for sale at a median list price of $447,450, typically selling in about 57 days.
Merced County Market Analysis
Buyers in Merced County are looking at a median list price of $447,450. Since February, the median price has moved down about 2.1% to $394,000 as of July. Merced County has 316 active listings on the market right now. Pricing spreads from a $282,500 median for one bedroom homes to $579,900 for five bedroom homes.
Merced County Market Pulse
Topfind Market Read
The picture is mixed here. Sales volume is up 40% versus six months ago, yet 38% of sellers have trimmed their asking price, and the typical home takes about 57 days to sell, so neither side holds a clear advantage. Realistic pricing wins for sellers, and patient, prepared buyers can secure fair terms.
Median Home Price
$447K
↓ 0% over the past yearChart shows the median closed sale price by month
Months of Supply
Estimated time to sell all listings at the current sales pace
3.6 months of supply
Balanced Supply316 active listings currently on the market.
What this means for buyers
Supply and demand are roughly in step, with a steady flow of options and no glut. Listings typically sell in ~57 days.
Sales Velocity
How fast homes are selling
Homes take longer to sell here than in a balanced market, so buyers have more time to negotiate and explore options. The trend is moving the other way though, with selling times down 23% over the last six months.
Inventory Distribution
A solid share of current listings is under 30 days old, while a meaningful share has been up longer.
About 53% of current listings are under 30 days old, while the rest have been up longer.
Median Price by Bedroom
Home prices rise significantly with each additional bedroom.
Each additional bedroom adds about $74K in value on average, with larger homes seeing bigger price jumps.
Largest increase: 2 → 3 bedrooms (+$110K)
Price Reductions
119 listings have reduced their price
38% of active listings
Average reduction: 5.5% (~$24K)
Browse Merced County Listings
Frequently Asked Questions about the Merced County, CA Housing Market
What is the median home price in Merced County, CA?
The median list price in Merced County is $447,450 as of August 2026, based on 316 active listings.
Is Merced County a buyer's market or a seller's market?
Merced County currently reads as a balanced market. Active inventory works out to about 3.6 months of supply at the recent sales pace.
How fast do homes sell in Merced County?
The average home currently for sale in Merced County has been on the market for 57 days.
Are home prices in Merced County going up or down?
The median sale price in Merced County is roughly flat compared with a year ago.
How many homes are for sale in Merced County, CA?
There are 316 homes for sale in Merced County right now, including 32 listed within the last week.