Sonoma County Real Estate Market Update-Q1 2025

In this post, I’ll be going over the Sonoma County real estate market for the first quarter of 2025. Whether you're buying or selling, understanding current trends is key to making informed decisions.

From January through March, 677 homes closed across Sonoma County. The median sales price was $800,000. Sale prices ranged from $40,000 to $7.25 million, reflecting the county’s diverse housing market. On average, homes sold for about 93.56% of their original listing price, though timing played a crucial role in final numbers. The median home size for closed properties in Sonoma County from January to March 2025 was 1,634 square feet.

Days spent on market mattered—43% of homes sold within 30 days, with sellers in this category receiving slightly above their asking price at 101%. In contrast, homes that lingered on the market for over 120 days saw sellers settling for just 86% of their original price. This underscores the importance of strategic pricing and preparation before listing.

Certain areas saw homes selling quickly, particularly Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, and Windsor, where move-in-ready properties under $1 million often went into contract within weeks. Meanwhile, luxury homes in Healdsburg and Sonoma Valley took longer to sell, especially those priced above $3 million. Many of these high-end listings have been sitting for over 120 days, indicating a softer luxury market.

Currently, there are 886 active listings in Sonoma County, with a median price of $950,000. These listings show a wide range of sizes, from small cottages under 400 square feet to sprawling estates exceeding 50,000 square feet. The median home size among active listings is slightly larger than those that recently sold, sitting at 1,842 square feet. Days on market for these listings range from newly listed to over 1,100 days, showing a mix of fresh opportunities and long-standing inventory.

For buyers, competition remains strong in the mid-range market, particularly for well-priced homes between $700,000 and $1.2 million. Pre-approvals and readiness to act quickly will be essential for most homes in this price range. For sellers, pricing accurately from the start is the best way to ensure a smooth and profitable sale—especially in the luxury segment, where patience and strategic marketing will be necessary.

That’s the Q1 Sonoma County market update! Please reach out if you have any questions.