Is Stirling City, CA 95978 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Stirling City is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 0% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.
The Stirling City housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Stirling City, CA 95978 sold above their list price and there were 3.2 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Within Butte County, homes here sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Richvale 95974 (100% sold over asking) and Durham 95938 (55% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Stirling City real estate
Is Stirling City a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Stirling City, CA 95978 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
Do homes in Stirling City sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 96.9% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Stirling City?
About 1.15% of a home’s value a year in Butte County, or roughly $4,600 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Stirling City?
The median sale price was $154,933 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $175 per square foot.
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