Russian River Real Estate Market Update | October 5, 2026

Watch David R. Millar review fall inventory, pricing and buyer activity across the Russian River area. Thinking about buying or selling? Call 707-217-1786 for local guidance.

Video published October 5, 2026. Figures and property prices reflect this historical market snapshot.

About this market update

Join David R. Millar with The Millar Group for a review of Russian River real estate from Forestville to Jenner, including Guerneville, Monte Rio, Rio Nido, Cazadero and Duncans Mills. This update covers changes from September 28 through October 5, 2026, as the market moves into fall.

What you will hear in the video

  • How available inventory changed during the reporting period.
  • Continued buyer activity among homes priced below $600,000.
  • New listings, price reductions and homes returning to the market.
  • David's observations about seasonal patterns and sellers withdrawing listings.
  • A selection of homes across Forestville, Rio Nido, Guerneville and Cazadero.

Market numbers discussed

David reports the following figures for September 28 through October 5, 2026:

  • Total properties for sale: 119, down from 131.
  • Single-family homes for sale: 76, down from 86.
  • New listings: 5.
  • Homes back on the market: 4.
  • Price reductions: 8.
  • Homes going contingent: 11.
  • Expired listings: 6.
  • Listings going inactive: 4.

Most homes going contingent were priced between approximately $399,000 and $586,000, with one at $625,000. David discusses what this activity suggests about demand in the area's entry-level market.

What this means for buyers and sellers

For buyers, fall and winter can bring opportunities as competition eases and some sellers adjust prices. Negotiating opportunities depend on the individual property, its condition and its asking price.

For sellers, fewer active listings can mean fewer competing homes. David explains why accurate pricing, preparation and a clear marketing strategy remain important during the seasonal slowdown.

Homes highlighted in the update

The video includes discussion of 9438 Rio Vista and 8316 Trenton Road in Forestville, 15360 Willow Road in Rio Nido, and properties in the Carol's View Lane, Brookdale and Cazadero areas. David also discusses a major fixer at 17850 Santa Rosa Avenue.

All property references describe conditions at the time of filming. Prices, availability and market conditions may have changed.

Discuss your next move

Looking for a Russian River second home, relocating to Sonoma County or preparing to sell a longtime family property? Call David R. Millar at 707-217-1786 or email millar@sonic.net to discuss your options and current market conditions.

David R. Millar | The Millar Group
Keller Williams Realty
CA DRE #01354778

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