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Fresno Housing Market Soars: 35% Homes Sell Above Asking

4/8/2026

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Fresno, California, is among the hottest U.S. housing markets, ranking 15th nationally.
The average home price in Fresno is $386,426.
More than 35% of Fresno homes sold above asking price, with a median sale price of $400,000.
Local officials attribute the competitive market to strong demand and corporate landlords such as JD Homes.
A recent proposal aims to study the impact of corporate investors on the market.

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Story summary

Fresno, California, is among the hottest U.S. housing markets, ranking 15th nationally.
The average home price in Fresno is $386,426.
More than 35% of Fresno homes sold above asking price, with a median sale price of $400,000.
Local officials attribute the competitive market to strong demand and corporate landlords such as JD Homes.
A recent proposal aims to study the impact of corporate investors on the market.