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Market Update September 2026
The September 2026 Merced real estate market update: the county median rose to $439,740 in August, up 5.1% year over year, while sales rebounded 22.6% month over month and inventory keeps rising.
Market Update August 2026
The Merced real estate market in August 2026: median price $410,000, down 5.0% from June. July sales up 39.5% year over year, the largest gain in California. Read the full analysis.
Market Update July 2026
The July 2026 Merced housing market remained a seller's market with constrained inventory. Merced County median home price $431,400 in June, with sales up 53.6% year over year. Read the full analysis.
Every Brunch Spot of the Week, by week.
The best brunch in Merced County, picked fresh each week: well-reviewed restaurants, cafes, and diners serving weekend brunch across Merced, Turlock, Atwater, and nearby Central Valley destinations.
Every Hidden Gem of the Week, preserved.
Lesser-known local favorites across Merced County and the Central Valley, labeled by week: independent shops, scenic overlooks, historic spots, and small eateries most people have not discovered yet.
Every best date night pick, by week.
The best date night in Merced County, picked fresh each week: well-reviewed restaurants, wine bars, and tasting rooms across Merced, Turlock, Atwater, and nearby Central Valley destinations.
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