Madera County Real Estate Market Update - Week of February 16-22, 2026
As February continues to move quickly toward spring, the real estate market across Madera County and nearby mountain communities is showing unmistakable signs of strength and confidence. This week’s CRMLS Matrix report highlights a market that is active, responsive, and well-positioned for growth, with buyers committing, homes closing, and inventory remaining limited in key areas.
This is the phase of the market where opportunity is quietly created—before activity accelerates even further.
Source: CRMLS Matrix
1 Home Under Contract
1 Closed Sale
1 Price Change
Bass Lake delivered a strong week with both a pending and a closed sale, reinforcing continued demand for lake-area properties. The price adjustment shows sellers actively responding to the market—often a catalyst for increased buyer interest. With no active listings currently available, supply remains extremely tight, creating favorable conditions for sellers and urgency for buyers watching this area closely.
2 Active Listings
2 Closed Sales
Oakhurst posted an impressive week with two closed transactions, confirming that homes are not only attracting buyers but successfully reaching the finish line. Closed sales are one of the strongest indicators of market health, as they validate pricing and buyer confidence.
With limited active inventory still in place, Oakhurst remains a highly desirable market for sellers and a competitive one for buyers.
1 Active Listing
4 Homes Under Contract
1 Closed Sale
Coarsegold once again stood out as a market leader. With four homes under contract and only one active listing, buyer demand is clearly outpacing supply. This level of absorption is a strong signal that buyers are motivated and ready to act when the right property becomes available.
The closed sale further reinforces stability and momentum, making Coarsegold a key area to watch as we approach spring.
1 Active Listing
North Fork continues to offer limited but valuable opportunity. Low inventory can work to a seller’s advantage, while buyers who have been waiting for an opening may find this an ideal time to explore options before competition increases.
1 Closed Sale
A closed sale in Raymond highlights expanding buyer interest beyond the core markets. Buyers are actively exploring surrounding communities for value, space, and lifestyle—creating new opportunities for sellers in these areas.
Areas such as Ahwahnee, Fish Camp, Wawona, Yosemite, and Wishon remained quiet this week. While activity was limited, this can often be an advantage rather than a drawback. Low competition allows sellers to prepare strategically and buyers to explore opportunities without the pressure that typically comes later in the season.
Buyers are already making confident moves—and they’re being rewarded.
This market currently offers:
Limited inventory, keeping pricing steady
Sellers who are engaged and responsive
Fewer competing offers compared to peak spring months
Opportunities to secure a home before demand increases
The number of pending and closed sales across Bass Lake, Oakhurst, Coarsegold, and Raymond shows that prepared buyers are successfully getting into contract. Waiting too long may mean more competition and faster-moving listings.
For sellers, the message is extremely positive.
Homes are going under contract quickly
Closed sales are confirming buyer confidence
Inventory remains tight across most areas
Demand is clearly present
Markets like Coarsegold and Oakhurst demonstrate that buyers are ready—and that well-priced, well-presented homes can move efficiently even before the spring rush begins. Sellers who list now often benefit from stronger visibility and motivated early-season buyers.
This week’s CRMLS report confirms a powerful trend: the Madera County real estate market is not slowing down—it is steadily strengthening.
We are seeing:
Strong absorption rates
Meaningful closed sales
Buyer confidence across multiple communities
Strategic seller adjustments
Tight inventory creating opportunity
These are all classic indicators of a market preparing to accelerate.
Late February often marks the transition point into the spring market. Based on current activity, we can expect:
Increased buyer traffic
More listings entering the market
Continued pending and closed sales
Heightened competition in desirable areas
Those who act early—buyers and sellers alike—are often best positioned for success.
If you’re considering buying, selling, or simply want a clearer understanding of how these trends affect your property value or buying power, now is an excellent time to start the conversation. Real estate decisions are strongest when guided by current data, local expertise, and a strategy designed around your goals.
Madera County and our surrounding mountain communities continue to offer lifestyle, opportunity, and long-term value—and 2026 is shaping up to be a very exciting year in real estate.
Founder / Broker Associate
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