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California: Gradual Recovery Amid Tight Supply

As California’s housing supply creeps up and sales stay soft, the balance between buyers and sellers is shifting. Watch to see where inventory is growing, how prices are reacting, and who holds the advantage in today’s…

Brad & Karen MattonenBrad & Karen MattonenNovember 25, 2025 · 2 min read

In this video, we unpack the latest on the California housing market — a story of gradual recovery under tight supply constraints.

• Active listings across the state have surged over the past year — in some areas by 40%–90%, giving prospective buyers more options than in recent years. Housing Info+2Wolf Street+2
• Despite the rise in listings, home sales remain muted. That means many markets are seeing a softening in demand while supply grows. Housing Info+2Redfin+2
• Median days-on-market have increased in many metro areas, as buyers take longer to decide and sellers adjust expectations. Wolf Street+1
• Some regions — especially Central Valley and interior counties — are seeing inventory growth paired with price stabilization or modest price softening, creating potential buying opportunities. Housing Info+2Wolf Street+2
• For sellers, this changing dynamic may mean adjusting pricing strategies, considering longer time on market, or offering buyer incentives to remain competitive.

Whether you’re buying or selling, now more than ever it pays to understand local‑market conditions.

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