Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® Reports April 2026 Market Remains Seller-Favorable with Increased Sales

Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® — April 2026

The Greater San Diego housing market in April 2026 shows a seller-favorable environment, with total sales reaching 34 transactions, an increase from 32 in March 2026. Months of inventory stands at 1.5, indicating continued tight supply conditions, according to figures published by the Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS®.

Market Analysis

The Greater San Diego market maintains its status as a seller's market in April 2026. Total sales for the month reached 34, an increase from 32 sales recorded in March 2026 and a notable rise from 25 sales in April 2025. New listings totaled 40, while active listings stood at 53, contributing to a sales-to-new-listings ratio (SNLR) of 85.0%, which underscores strong buyer demand relative to new supply.

Months of inventory (MOI) for April 2026 is reported at 1.5, a slight increase from 1.1 in March 2026 but still below the 1.6 MOI observed in April 2025. This low inventory level continues to favor sellers, indicating that properties are absorbed relatively quickly. The overall market dynamics reflect a competitive landscape for buyers, driven by consistent demand and limited available homes.

Property Type Analysis

In April 2026, detached homes accounted for 20 sales, while attached/townhouse properties saw 14 sales. While overall benchmark prices are not available, specific data for the 91911 zip code (Chula Vista South) provides insight into property type performance. Detached homes in 91911 recorded a median price of $811,250, selling at 97.7% of their list price with an average of 38 days on market.

Attached properties in 91911 demonstrated robust performance, with a median price of $609,500 and selling at an average of 102.1% of their list price, albeit with a longer average of 47 days on market. The months of supply for detached homes in 91911 is 1.5, mirroring the overall market, while attached properties in the same area show a slightly higher 2.6 months of supply, according to figures published by the Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS®.

Regional Highlights

Focusing on the 91911 zip code (Chula Vista South), the market saw 27 new detached listings and 13 new attached listings in April 2026. Detached homes had 23 pending sales, while attached properties had 10 pending sales. The median price for detached homes in 91911 was $811,250, reflecting a year-over-year decrease of 4.8% in median price. Attached homes in 91911 had a median price of $609,500, with a modest year-over-year decrease of 0.5% in median price.

Inventory levels in 91911 show 27 detached homes and 26 attached homes available, contributing to the respective months of supply figures. These specific regional trends for Chula Vista South offer a granular view of market activity within the broader Greater San Diego area.

For Buyers

In this seller-favorable market, buyers in Greater San Diego should be prepared for competition. Securing pre-approval for financing is crucial, and acting decisively when a suitable property becomes available is often necessary. Given the SNLR of 85.0%, properties are moving quickly, so a clear understanding of priorities and a readiness to make competitive offers are key strategies.

For Sellers

Sellers in the Greater San Diego market continue to benefit from favorable conditions, with months of inventory at 1.5. Strategic pricing and effective home presentation remain important to maximize returns. With strong buyer demand, sellers can expect significant interest in well-prepared and appropriately priced properties, as indicated by the overall market's seller-favorable status.