Is Nevada County Still Affordable for Bay Area Buyers in 2026?
I get this question a lot from Bay Area buyers Nevada County agents like me hear about constantly: is it still worth making the move, or have prices here caught up? I can tell you the honest answer from the numbers, not just a feeling. The gap between what you'd pay in the Bay Area and what you'd pa
Why Nevada County Homes Are Selling Twice as Fast This Year
If you have been watching the market and wondering whether now is the time to make a move, the numbers just gave a clear answer. Homes selling fast in Nevada County is not just a feeling this spring, it is exactly what the local MLS data shows. Average days on market across Nevada County dropped to
What It Actually Costs to Sell a Home in Nevada County
If you're thinking about listing your home, the question I get asked most isn't "what's my house worth." It's "what am I actually going to walk away with." The cost to sell a home in Nevada County adds up faster than most homeowners expect, and I'd rather walk you through the real numbers now than h
Why Lake of the Pines Home Prices Jumped 59% This Year
If you have been watching Lake of the Pines home prices lately, you have probably noticed something that does not quite add up. The average sale price in this gated Nevada County community hit $1,258,000 in May, up 59 percent from a year earlier, even though the number of homes for sale barely budge
Grass Valley vs. Nevada City: Which Market Fits Your Budget
Grass Valley vs. Nevada City: Which Market Fits Your Budget I get asked some version of this question almost every week: should I look in Grass Valley or Nevada City? It is one of the most common decisions buyers face when comparing Grass Valley vs Nevada City real estate, and the honest answer is t
What Homes Under $500,000 Actually Look Like in Nevada County
What Homes Under $500,000 Actually Look Like in Nevada County I get this question almost every week: "Bob, can I still find a house in Nevada County for under $500,000?" The honest answer is yes, but the pool is small and it's shrinking. If you're searching for homes under $500,000 in Nevada County,
Should You Rent Out Your Nevada County Home or Sell It?
If you're trying to decide whether to rent out your Nevada County home or sell it, you're not alone. I get this question a lot from clients who are moving for a job, inheriting a property, or simply outgrowing their current place but aren't sure if they're ready to let it go completely. The right an
Should You Wait to Buy a Home in Nevada County, or Buy Now?
Photo credit: Bob Sawyer, RE/MAX Gold Should You Wait to Buy a Home in Nevada County, or Buy Now? I hear some version of this question from almost every buyer I work with: "Should I wait and see if prices come down?" It's a fair thing to ask, especially after a few years of a fast-moving market. But
Nevada County vs. Placerville: Which Sierra Foothills Market Fits Your Budget
Nevada County vs. Placerville: Which Sierra Foothills Market Fits Your Budget If you're cross-shopping Nevada County vs. Placerville real estate, you're in good company. I hear this question often from buyers who work in Sacramento or the Bay Area and are weighing El Dorado County against the Sierra
