April 2025 Newsletter

Mercedeh Sheik
April 27, 2025

Hello ,

Spring is in full bloom 🌸, and this month’s newsletter is packed with inspiration! Discover April’s Eye Candy of the Month—a breathtaking custom estate in Meadow Vista, CA 🏡—alongside fresh local market stats for Folsom and key trends shaping the tri-county real estate scene. I am also sharing uplifting travel ideas ✈️, local adventures 🌿, simple spring cleaning tips 🧼, and Easter recipes 🐣🥕 sure to impress. And as always, we wrap up with highlights from my incredible Sotheby’s partners across the U.S. and Canada—ready to serve wherever life takes you 🌍.

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful, hope-filled Easter 🐰💐 and a beautiful spring season ahead! 🌷✨

Warmly,

Mercedeh Sheik

Market Snapshot

Greater Sacramento Region

Tri-Counties Data for April 2025

Market Overview:

Active Listings: 4,468 (⬆ 21.4% from last month, ⬆ 17.2% from last year)

Homes Sold: 2,527 (⬆ 20.3% from last month, ⬆ 0.8% from last year)

Homes Pending: 3,173 (⬆ 30.8% from last month, ⬆ 13.5% from last year)

Market Condition: Seller’s Market (Inventory remains below 3 months)

Pricing Trends:

Average Price per Sq. Ft.: $326 (⬆ 0.9% from last month, ⬆ 1.9% from last year)

Median Active Price: $619K (⬆ 3.2% from last month, ⬆ unchanged from last year)

Median Sold Price: $557K (⬆ 2.2% from last month, ⬆ 2.2% from last year)

Market Dynamics:

Days on Market (CDOM): 46 days (⬇ 11.5% from last month, ⬆ 12.2% from last year)

Sold vs. Original List Price: 97% (no change from last month, ⬇ 2% from last year)

Months of Inventory (Closed Sales): 2.5 mo. (⬆8.8% from last month, ⬆ 67.7% from last year)

Key Takeaways:

With inventory still tight but increasing, buyers have more options, while sellers continue to benefit from strong demand. If you're thinking about buying or selling, strategic timing and expert negotiation will be key.

This Month's Micro Market Focus

Folsom, California (95630)

Single-Family Home Stats

Number of Homes For Sale/Sold/Pending

Monthly chart comparing homes for sale, sold, and pended from January 2024 through March 2025.

Average Price Per SQFT (SOLD)

Bar chart of average sold price per square foot, January 2024–March 2025; values range from $360 to $389.

Average Closed Days on Market & SOLD Price vs. LIST Price %

Chart of monthly average CDOM and sale price-to-original-list-price percentages, January 2024 through March 2025.

Average Price For Sale & Sold

Chart of median, sold, and for-sale home prices from January 2024 to March 2025.

Months of Inventory Based on Closed Sales

Area chart of months of inventory, rising to 2.1 in September 2024 and March 2025.

* The above SFR (Single-Family- Residences) trends EXCLUDE townhomes, condos, apartments, duplexes, triplexes, mobile-homes, and land sales.

Would you like any specific analysis or a visual breakdown of the data?

Request a Custom Market Report

Local Events

Travel | Food | Entertainment

A woman embraces a smiling man from behind on a beach.

Fun Date Ideas

to try this couple appreciation month

April is "Couple Appreciation Month"- It's the perfect excuse to go out on multiple dates with your love. It’s an opportunity to try out some date ideas without worrying about overcrowded restaurants and fully-booked establishments.

Gloved gardener plants flowers in a raised bed beside a wooden fence.

Top April Garden Tips:

preparing for a flourishing Spring

April is one of the most exciting months in the garden! With longer days and warmer temperatures, plants are bursting into growth, and gardeners have plenty to do. Whether you’re planting flowers, tending to vegetables, or refreshing your landscape, these top April garden tips will help you make the most of the season.Try previewing this email to see how it works

Basket of cleaning supplies on a kitchen counter, including brushes, cloths, spray bottles, and gloves.

Spring-Cleaning Checklist

to give your home a total refresh

Spring is the perfect time to deep clean your home. Not only is spring cleaning a great way to reset after winter, but it also limits dust and dander before allergy season is in full swing. Cleaning your home from top to bottom may never be effortless, but you can make it more manageable by creating a realistic schedule and focusing on one task at a time.

✨ 5 Simple Spring Cleaning & Organization Hacks:

Spring is the season of renewal! As nature blooms, let’s refresh our homes too.

Here’s how to bring clarity, coziness, and calm into your space:

1. Start with decluttering

If it doesn’t serve a purpose or bring you joy — it’s time to let it go. Use the 3-box method:

keep / donate / toss.

2. Use the “15-minute” rule ⏱

No need for all-day marathons! Set a timer and spend 15 focused minutes on one spot —

a drawer, shelf, or cabinet. Small steps = big results.

3. Organize by category

Store things by type: all chargers in one bin, all papers in one drawer, all candles in one

basket. Easy to find, easy to tidy.

4. Go vertical

Wall hooks, hanging organizers, shelves above doors — clear your floors and open up

the room.

5. Add spring touches

Fresh flowers, a scented candle, light throw pillows — make your space not just clean,

but beautiful and mood-lifting.

Your home reflects your energy. When your space is calm and clear, so is your mind!

Monthly Real Estate

"Eye Candy"

A Custom Winchester Country Club Estate in Meadow Vista, CA

Two-story home behind a swimming pool, with a tiered patio and spiral staircase.

Two-story living room with a fireplace, dark wood built-ins, upper balcony, and gray seating.

Bright white kitchen with a large marble island, three stools, pendant lights, and a built-in wine refrigerator.

Aerial golf course with a pond, wooded hills, and homes along the fairways.

Listing details for 15110 Woodvale Lane, including its price, home features, pool, putting green, and solar upgrades.

Interested in a private tour? Click Here

Greater Sacramento Region | Apr. Calendar of Events

Four home interiors labeled Sacramento, Roseville, Folsom, and Davis.

Partner Cities | Calendar of Events

Traveling outside the Greater Sacramento Region? My trusted Sotheby’s global partners have hand-picked some of the best events and activities in top destinations!

Aspen, CO

Atlanta, GA

Chicago, IL

Dallas / Fort Worth, TX

Coming Soon!

East Bay of San Francisco, CA

Seattle, WA

Your referrals mean the world to me.

Your referrals mean the world to me! If you know someone looking to buy or sell, I’d be honored to provide them with the same expert guidance and white-glove service you trust. Let’s help them find their perfect home—connect me anytime!