December 2025 Real Estate News from Premier Homes & Country Estates
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Market Watch
The housing market is shifting in meaningful ways as we move into the final stretch of 2025. Nearly all real-time price indicators—list prices, price per square foot, and even the median price of newly pending contracts—are now trending slightly below last year. This represents an important inflection point: today’s buyers are finding more options at more accessible price points than they saw in 2024.
At the same time, home sales are gaining momentum. We’re tracking more weekly pending contracts than in any November since 2021, driven by improving affordability, increased selection, and buyers finally re-entering the market after years of delayed decisions.
Inventory remains steady at roughly 817,000 single-family homes—about 16% higher than last year and back within the “old normal” range seen pre-pandemic. This level of supply is adding gentle downward pressure on prices, but it is also giving buyers the breathing room and choice they’ve been missing for years.
If mortgage rates hold at the lower end of their 2025 range, today’s momentum could set the stage for even stronger activity in 2026. However, with pricing pressure building and inventory expected to rise again after the holidays, sellers who list before the new year or early in Q1 will be positioned to lead the market rather than chase it.
If you’re considering a move, now is the time for a strategic approach. With the Compass 3-Phased Marketing Strategy—including Private Exclusives and Coming Soon—I can help you: https://www.compass.com/private-exclusives/
PREMIER HOMES & COUNTRY ESTATES ACTIVITY
PRIVATE EXCLUSIVE
Petaluma
113+/- Acres
$5,750,000
Spanning 113 gorgeous acres with sweeping panoramic views, this property includes plans for an impressive A/D Design home featuring 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, a 3-car garage, and a 60-foot pool. A 12-bedroom septic system is already installed. The state-of-the-art equestrian facility offers an 8-stall barn with an office, high-speed internet, video monitoring, turn-out pastures, run-in shelters, and a 100′ x 220′ outdoor arena—ideal for top-level training. $5,750,000 Call for more information and additional details!
COMPASS PRIVATE EXCLUSIVE
206 H Street, Petaluma
2 BD 1 BA. 953+/- Sqft
$875,000
Welcome to Sunny Creek Farm, an equestrian dream property. This beautifully designed and maintained facility is 35+ acres of gently rolling terrain dotted with trees and bordered by a creek. Set back from the road behind electric gates, you will find pipe fenced and irrigated pastures, 22 turn-out paddocks,3 barns with a total of 40 stalls, Equisizer, Hotwalker, plus hay and equipment storage areas. Four wells supply water for the homes and to irrigate the pastures. This country estate consists of two separate parcels of land, with two homes.
The original, comfortable ranch home houses full time farm help and has 1848 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a fireplace. The second customized Manufactured home is 1904 sq ft with 3 generously sized bedrooms and 3 full baths, high ceilings throughout, tile floors, open living room and kitchen area that leads to an outdoor deck and covered family room with stone fireplace plus firepit, a built-in BBQ, heat lamps and spectacular pastoral views. EV charger in the garage. Relaxing after a day with your horses in this handsome home with gentle breezes and spectacular sunsets is country living at its best!
Nestled on 234 acres of picturesque, rolling hills, this historic Southern colonial ranch, originally built in the 1860s, offers a unique blend of vintage charm and modern convenience. The stately 3,600+/-sqft home features 6 spacious beds,5 baths all brimming with period details that capture the essence of a bygone era. The home overlooks a serene pond framed by mature trees, creating a tranquil setting rich with local wildlife & diverse bird species that gather around the property’s 2 ponds. The property is designed for the equestrian enthusiast, with a thoughtfully separated equestrian facility that includes a covered arena measuring approx 200×100 ft. Attached to this arena is a barn with 5 stalls, tack room & cozy living quarters ideal for caretaker or guests. On the opposite side of the arena, you’ll find 2 spacious foaling stalls & an additional office space, perfect for managing equine needs. Beyond the indoor facilities, the property includes an outdoor arena, a hay barn & multiple paddocks and pastures, providing a delightful setup for training, leisurely riding, or enjoying equine companions. This historical ranch offers a rare combination of classic charm and well-appointed equestrian amenities, ideal for those looking to embrace country living at it finest.
Tucked away and full of potential, this hidden gem spans over 67 acres, offering the perfect canvas for your dream retreat. Rolling hills are adorned with majestic oaks, open meadows, and sweeping views of Mt. Tamalpais the Petaluma River, and beyond. A stunning setting just minutes from downtown Petaluma promises tranquility, privacy, and the perfect canvas for your architectural masterpiece to come to life.
