December 2025 Rental & Real Estate Market Update Redding, CA

As we step into the final month of the year, we are feeling especially grateful. Grateful for our owners who trust us, our residents who make our work meaningful, and the Redding community that continues to feel like home. December is always a mix of reflection and forward movement, and this month’s updates highlight steady rental performance, regional real estate stability, and plenty of holiday warmth.

🏘️ Rental Market Update – Redding, CA

Redding’s long-term rental market is closing out the year on solid ground. Average rents remain steady, and demand continues to hold strong as we head into winter. This is an encouraging sign during a season that usually slows down.

Here at Authority Property Management, our numbers continue to outperform broader market averages:

• Vacancy Rate: 4.7%, one of our lowest points this year
• Homes Leased: 27 new leases this month

Winter renters tend to be decisive. Many are relocating for work or settling in before the new year. Well-priced, move-in-ready homes are still attracting strong attention.

Takeaway: Even in a cooler season, simple updates like fresh mulch, small touch-ups, or better outdoor lighting can help a home stand out and fill faster.

📈 Shasta County Real Estate Snapshot

Sales activity across Shasta County continues to reflect the stable patterns we’ve seen throughout the fall. With elevated mortgage rates shaping buyer behavior, pricing remains steady and inventory modest.

Josh Barker’s recent updates continue to point toward a balanced but cautious market, where buyers are selective and well-maintained homes still earn competitive attention. Predictions for early 2026 include:

• Modest inventory increases
• The potential impact of rate adjustments
• Continued demand from relocating buyers

We’ll continue to monitor these trends closely so our owners and investors can plan with confidence.



No additional team changes this month, but our leasing and maintenance departments continue to finish the year strong. Vacancy remains low, communication responsive, and resident satisfaction high. We’ll share more team highlights in January as we kick off 2026 with fresh goals.

🎄 Community Spotlight: Redding Lighted Christmas Parade

This month, we are proud to support one of Redding’s most cherished traditions. The Redding Lighted Christmas Parade! 💚✨

Every December, families gather downtown with cocoa in hand as schools, nonprofits, clubs, small businesses, and community heroes roll by in a glowing stream of lights, music, and festive spirit. It’s one of those events that brings the whole city together and reminds us why Redding feels like home. We appreciate the organizers and volunteers who make Redding shine a little brighter each year.

Giving Tuesday Impact

We were also honored to support Haven Humane this Giving Tuesday through a $1,000 donation match for pets adopted during the event. Thank you to the families who opened their homes to a dog or cat in need. Your kindness makes a real difference.

🌟 Spotlight Story

This month, we want to highlight the many owners who used winter prep to their advantage. Minor improvements like touch-up painting, LED light conversions, and simple landscaping refreshes have made properties photograph better, show better, and lease faster. These micro updates go a long way, even in the slower months.

If you have been considering improvements, winter is often the most cost-effective time to schedule them.

💬 Ask the Expert

Q: I heard new refrigerator laws are coming in 2026. Should I replace mine now?
A: Yes, it’s worth planning ahead. Beginning January 1, 2026, new California energy efficiency standards will apply to refrigerators. If your current appliance is older, inefficient, or nearing end-of-life, upgrading in 2025 can help avoid compliance issues, reduce energy usage, and improve tenant satisfaction.

Not sure whether your fridge qualifies for replacement? We’re happy to take a look and help you decide.

🛠️ Winter Maintenance Checklist

Cold weather brings specific needs, and a little preparation now can prevent costly issues later. Here are a few essential tasks for December and January:

• Inspect and replace furnace filters
• Clean gutters and downspouts after fall leaf drop
• Check heat lamps or insulation on exterior pipes
• Test smoke and CO detectors (required annually)
• Trim trees near rooflines ahead of winter storms
• Inspect weather stripping around windows and doors

Preparation now helps keep tenants safe and reduces emergency repairs during the winter months.

📲 Need Support With Your Rental or Investment Property?

Whether you’re planning improvements, navigating winter leasing, or considering a new investment, we’re here to make rentals simple.

Give us a call at (530) 410-6085.