Chowchilla Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Chowchilla, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 15
- Median Sale Price: $409,000
- Average Sale Price: $382,566
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $221
- Average Days on Market: 69
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 97.0%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Chowchilla moved 7.6% up (from $380,000 to $409,000). The number of homes sold was 21.1% down compared to the prior month (19 vs. 15). Average days on market shifted 1.4% down (70 days to 69 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 2.2% up (from $400,000 to $409,000). Sales volume is 34.8% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Chowchilla's housing market is showing mixed signals heading into early summer. While the median sale price ticked up 7.6% month-over-month to $409,000, this appears to be a modest correction rather than a robust surge. More telling is the year-over-year picture: prices are essentially flat, up just 2.2%, suggesting the market has stabilized after earlier volatility rather than gained genuine momentum. The tight sale-to-list ratio of 97% indicates sellers are still adjusting expectations in a buyer's market.
What's most notable is the substantial year-over-year decline in sales volume, down nearly 35%. This likely reflects broader California affordability challenges persisting through 2026, despite some seasonal strength typically seen in May. Days on market have barely budged, holding steady around 70 days, which feels reasonable for a smaller market like Chowchilla but suggests homes aren't moving with urgency.
The inventory picture tells the real story: 138 active listings with a median asking price of $445,712 significantly outpace the 15 homes sold. That's roughly a 9-month supply, indicating plenty of options for buyers but limited competition between properties. For sellers, this means pricing strategically and preparing homes well remains essential to stand out in what remains a balanced-to-soft market.
Chowchilla Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93610 | 15 | $409,000 | $221 | 69 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 12 | $409,000 | $235 |
| OTHER | 2 | $372,500 | $51 |
| LAND | 1 | $80,000 | N/A |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 1 |
| $100K - $199K | 1 |
| $200K - $299K | 1 |
| $300K - $399K | 4 |
| $400K - $499K | 7 |
| $750K+ | 1 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 138 active listings in Chowchilla with a median asking price of $445,712 and an average of 121 days on market.
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