North Highlands Housing Market Report – July 2026
Here's a look at how the North Highlands, CA real estate market performed in July 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 34
- Median Sale Price: $349,500
- Average Sale Price: $1,812,882
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $281
- Average Days on Market: 88
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 97.6%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to June, the median sale price in North Highlands moved 13.2% down (from $402,500 to $349,500). The number of homes sold was 21.4% up compared to the prior month (28 vs. 34). Average days on market shifted 44.3% up (61 days to 88 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to July 2025, the median sale price is 14.8% down (from $410,000 to $349,500). Sales volume is 70.0% up year-over-year.
What This Means
North Highlands is showing signs of a cooling market as we head into late summer. The median sale price dropped 13.2% month-over-month to $349,500, continuing a downward trend that's now at nearly 15% year-over-year. While sales volume appears up significantly, this likely reflects improved data collection rather than genuine market momentum—the real story is in the fundamentals. Properties are sitting longer on the market, with average days increasing from 61 to 88 days, suggesting buyers have more negotiating power and aren't in a rush.
The 97.6% sale-to-list ratio tells an interesting story: homes are still selling close to asking price despite longer market times, which means sellers haven't fully adjusted their expectations to current conditions. With 92 active listings carrying a median asking price of nearly $400,000—well above what homes are actually selling for—there's potential inventory buildup ahead. The market seems caught between seller hope and buyer caution, likely driven by lingering affordability concerns and mortgage rates that continue to challenge buyers in this price range.
North Highlands Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95660 | 34 | $349,500 | $281 | 88 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 25 | $350,000 | $318 |
| MOBILE | 5 | $75,000 | $64 |
| LAND | 2 | $367,500 | N/A |
| OTHER | 2 | $25,775,000 | $363 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 5 |
| $200K - $299K | 3 |
| $300K - $399K | 17 |
| $400K - $499K | 6 |
| $500K - $749K | 1 |
| $750K+ | 2 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 92 active listings in North Highlands with a median asking price of $399,925 and an average of 85 days on market.
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