San Diego Real Estate
SAN DIEGO MARKET
WHAT IT MEANS RIGHT NOW
Inventory is tight, well-positioned homes are moving, and pricing strategy matters. Here's what the current market means before your next move.
BY THE NUMBERS
Data as of May 2026 · Refreshed when source data updates
Data Source
Market statistics sourced from publicly available reports, third-party aggregators, and public records. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. May not reflect current conditions.
IDX / MLS
Listing information provided courtesy of the San Diego MLS. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. Listing status, pricing, availability, and property details are subject to change without notice. Byron Reese Real Estate does not guarantee the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of such information.
Median Sale Price
$975,000
-0.3% YoY year over year
Days on Market
23.5 days
Months Supply
2.8 mo.
List / Sale %
99.1%
Market Tilt
Seller's Market
Market Take
San Diego is in balanced territory: inventory has expanded and homes are taking longer to move, but well-priced, well-presented properties are still finding buyers. Strategy matters more than ever on both sides.
BUYERS vs. SELLERS
IF YOU'RE BUYING
What you're walking into
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Get fully pre-approved before you tour — competitive homes can move quickly.
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Expect stronger competition on well-priced homes, especially when condition and location line up.
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Look for leverage where listings have sat, need work, or are priced above recent buyer behavior.
IF YOU'RE SELLING
How to position right now
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Price it right from day one. Overpriced homes can still sit, even in a seller's market.
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Move-in-ready homes with strong presentation are earning the most attention.
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Inventory is tight, which gives well-prepared sellers a stronger window to launch.
PRICE DIRECTION
1 Year Ago
$977,500
Median sale price
6 Months Ago
$790,250
+$185K from 1 year ago
Today
$975,000
-0.3% YoY
Prices are down $3K over 12 months — but leverage still depends on price point, condition, and neighborhood. In a seller's market, the right strategy is not just about asking more — it's about positioning correctly from the start.
HOW AREAS COMPARE
Not all neighborhoods move the same way. Find yours.
Downtown San Diego
Fast-moving condo market — well-priced units in the right buildings move before most buyers have a chance to compare.
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North Park
Lifestyle-driven demand with well-priced craftsman homes drawing multiple-offer attention.
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Point Loma
Limited inventory and strong location value continue to shape pricing. Bluff homes with views move fastest.
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WHAT THE MARKET IS TELLING YOU.
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