Introduction
The latest housing data in Paso Robles shows a market that remains stable overall, with steady inventory, moderate buyer activity, and pricing that continues to hold above last year’s levels. While some metrics softened slightly month-to-month, the broader trend still reflects a balanced, healthy local market as we move through the season.
Here’s what the numbers are telling us — and what they mean for buyers and sellers right now.
🪧New Listings
January 2026: 47
December 2025: 38
January 2026: 57
What this means: New listings rose from December, bringing a welcome wave of fresh inventory to start the year. However, levels remain below last January, showing some sellers are still cautious about timing. This combination helps support pricing stability while gradually improving buyer choice.
📈Active Listings
January 2026: 136
December 2025: 140
January 2025: 152
What This Means: Inventory continues to trend below last year, signaling a tighter supply environment. With fewer homes available overall, well-priced properties are more likely to attract attention and maintain negotiating strength.
📝Pending Sales
January 2026: 35
December 2025: 38
January 2025: 45
What This Means: Buyer activity softened slightly from both last month and last year, reflecting a more deliberate start to the year. Buyers remain engaged, but they’re moving carefully and prioritizing value and condition.
✅ Closed Sales
January 2026: 35
December 2025: 57
January 2025: 32
What this means: Closings pulled back from December’s unusually strong finish but remain slightly ahead of last year, confirming that transactions are still completing at a healthy pace. The shift is more about timing of escrows than weakening demand.
Median Home Prices
January 2026: $729,000
December 2025: $772,000
January 2025: $695,000
What this means: Median pricing remains comfortably above last year, showing continued resilience in core home values. Pricing remains steady and supported.
📐Median Price Per Sq. Ft.
January 2026: $437
December 2025: $452
January 2025: $412
What this means: Year-over-year gains in median price per square foot confirm long-term value stability in Paso Robles. Month-to-month softness reflects the mix of homes sold rather than any weakening in demand.
Median Days Active
January 2026: 33
December 2025: 27
January 2025: 22
What this means: Homes are taking longer to sell than a year ago, giving buyers more room to evaluate and negotiate. This slower pace reflects a normalized, balanced market rather than a downturn—steady and sustainable is the theme.
🏡Months of Supply
January 2026: 3.1
December 2025: 3.1
January 2025: 3.8
What this means: Supply remains tight and steady, leaning slightly in favor of sellers. Markets near three months of inventory typically continue to support price stability and competition for desirable homes.
📌 Bottom Line
Paso Robles begins 2026 in a calm, balanced position:
Buyers have time to think, but still face limited inventory.
Sellers benefit from stable values and controlled supply, though pricing strategy remains key.
The broader trend shows long-term stability, not volatility—a strong sign for the local market’s health.
Source: Infosparks, CRMLS – 2/6/2026
The Paso Robles housing market is moving forward with steady confidence.
Inventory is contained, demand is present, and home values continue to hold.
If 2026 might be your year to make a move, the smartest first step is simply a conversation.
📞 Let’s talk – Call or Text:
Dorian Kisch
805.600.0677
Local knowledge. Real experience. No pressure—ever.