How Remote Work is Changing Sacramento’s Housing Market
- Scott Sweeney
- Apr 10
- 3 min read
The rise of remote work has revolutionized not only how we work—but also where we choose to live. For Sacramento, this shift has brought noticeable changes to buyer preferences, home prices, and even urban development. Here's a look at how remote work is reshaping the local housing market.
📈 A Surge in Demand for Larger Homes
Since 2020, more buyers have prioritized extra square footage, dedicated office space, and outdoor areas. With work-from-home now a long-term reality for many, the kitchen table office just won’t cut it anymore. Sacramento’s suburbs—like Elk Grove, Folsom, and West Sacramento—are seeing increased interest from buyers looking for homes that support productivity and comfort.
🏡 The Suburban Migration
Remote work allows people to live further from traditional job hubs, and Sacramento has benefited as an affordable alternative to the Bay Area. Former city dwellers are trading cramped apartments for spacious single-family homes with backyards and flex rooms. As a result, suburban home prices in Sacramento County and surrounding areas have climbed steadily.
According to Redfin, Sacramento was one of the top destinations for remote workers relocating in 2024—driving demand and reducing inventory in several zip codes.
🛠️ Office-to-Home Conversions on the Rise
Commercial developers are adapting, too. With fewer people commuting to work, some vacant office buildings in Sacramento’s downtown core are being converted into residential units. This adaptive reuse not only revitalizes underused spaces but also helps ease housing shortages in key areas.
⚖️ A Tale of Two Markets
While remote work has created new opportunities for some, it has also highlighted income and equity gaps. Those in tech, finance, and professional services are more likely to work remotely and afford homeownership. In contrast, essential workers and those in service industries—less likely to have flexible work—continue to face affordability challenges in a competitive market.
🔮 What This Means Moving Forward
The demand for functional home layouts, multiple workspaces, and outdoor living features is here to stay. Homes that can support flexible lifestyles will remain highly sought after in Sacramento’s evolving market. And for investors, builders, and homeowners, understanding these shifts is key to staying ahead.
Thinking about buying or selling in Sacramento’s changing market?
Let’s connect and talk strategy—remote work is changing the game, and now might be the perfect time to make your move.
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