The Russian River market is starting to shift as we move toward winter. There are fewer properties to choose from, some sellers are adjusting their prices, and buyers are still looking for the right home. I'm David R. Millar, your local Russian River real estate agent with The Millar Group. Here is what I'm seeing from Forestville to Jenner in my November 9, 2026 update.

November 9, 2026 market update | Video length: 8 minutes, 37 seconds

106 properties available from Forestville to Jenner

In this update, I counted 106 properties on the market, compared with 119 when we last talked on October 27. That is 13 fewer properties. The total includes land, single-family residences and multi-unit properties. Within the November 9 count, there were 68 residential homes.

That distinction matters. A count of all properties is different from a count of homes. It also matters why inventory is shrinking: some properties close, while others expire or go inactive. A smaller number on the market does not mean every missing listing found a buyer.

The activity reviewed in this update

  • About seven new listings after accounting for duplicates in the nine entries reviewed.
  • Nine price reductions. Sellers are still working to find the price buyers will respond to.
  • 13 contingent homes. These are existing contracts, not 13 newly accepted offers during one week.
  • 10 closed properties in the activity reviewed.
  • Seven expired listings and five inactive listings. These are separate from closed sales.

The inventory comparison above is October 27 to November 9. The activity counts describe the group reviewed in the video; they are not presented as a new seven-day sales total.

Price and condition still make the difference

We're heading into the part of the year when fewer sellers tend to bring their homes to market. But that does not mean buyers disappear. My partner and I have five buyers actively looking who have not found the right property.

If a home is desirable, in good condition and priced correctly, it can sell in winter. The seller's job is to look at the competition available today and make an honest comparison. A price that did not produce a response earlier in the season may need another look.

The nine price reductions in this update show that sellers are making those adjustments. A reduction can bring a home into a buyer's range, but the asking price still needs to make sense alongside the property's condition and setting.

Buyers can still find room to negotiate

One example from this update is a Huckleberry Way home in Monte Rio. We represented the buyer. It was listed at $415,000 and closed at $390,000, a $25,000 difference.

That does not mean every seller will accept the same reduction. It does show why buyers should look closely at the individual property and the seller's position. There can be room to work on price even as the overall selection gets smaller.

If you're looking for a second home or a place to live along the Russian River, get clear about the setting and features you want. Compare homes in Forestville, Guerneville, Monte Rio and the surrounding towns rather than judging every property by one regional number.

Thinking about selling in spring? Start preparing this winter

December and January are good months to start the conversation. We can walk through your house, put together a practical to-do list, and get inspections and disclosures underway.

My approach is to be ready when the weather opens up. When the rains stop and buyers start thinking about having a home for summer, you want the preparation behind you. The timing depends on the weather and your property, so start with a plan that fits your situation.

If you need to sell sooner, there are still buyers looking now. We can talk through today's competition, your price range and what would help your home stand out.

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Prefer to watch? Open the November 9 market update Watch Page for the video and topic guide.

Browse the Russian River market report, compare settings in our neighborhood guides, or see more Russian River real estate videos.

Questions about buying or selling in Guerneville, Forestville, Monte Rio, Cazadero, Rio Nido, Duncans Mills or Jenner? Give me a call at 707-217-1786. Let's look at what these conditions mean for your plans.

David R. Millar | The Millar Group
Keller Williams Realty
707-217-1786 | millar@sonic.net
CA DRE #01354778

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