Greater San Diego REALTORS® Reports Balanced April 2026 Market with Increased Sales and Inventory

Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® — April 2026

The Greater San Diego housing market experienced a notable increase in sales activity during April 2026, with 15 total sales reported by the Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS®. This marks a significant rise from 4 sales in March 2026 and 10 sales in April 2025, contributing to a balanced market condition. New listings also saw an uptick, reaching 19 for the month.

Market Analysis

April 2026 data from the Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® indicates a market shifting towards greater balance. Total sales reached 15, a substantial increase compared to the 4 sales recorded in March 2026 and 10 sales in April 2025. New listings for the month stood at 19, while active listings increased to 32, up from 31 in March 2026 and 27 in April 2025.

Months of Inventory (MOI) for April 2026 was 4.3, an increase from 3.7 in March 2026 and 3.1 in April 2025, suggesting a slight easing of supply constraints. The Sales-to-New-Listings Ratio (SNLR) was 78.9%, indicating that a strong majority of new listings are finding buyers, reinforcing the balanced market condition.

Property Type Analysis

A breakdown by property type reveals distinct trends within the Greater San Diego market. Detached homes accounted for 9 sales in April 2026, while attached/townhouse properties saw 6 sales. In a specific regional snapshot for zip code 91914, detached homes recorded 9 closed sales with a median price of $1,350,000, selling at 96.6% of their list price and spending 18 days on market.

Attached properties in the same regional snapshot (91914) showed 6 closed sales with a median price of $673,500. These homes sold above their list price, averaging 101.5%, and spent 26 days on market. Year-over-year, the median price for detached homes in this area increased by 10.2%, while attached homes saw a 7.7% rise in median price, with closed sales for attached properties up 200% year-over-year.

Regional Highlights

Regional data from the 91914 zip code offers insights into specific market dynamics. Detached homes in this area saw 16 new listings and maintained 27 units of inventory, resulting in 4.3 months of supply. The median price for detached homes in this region experienced a robust 10.2% increase year-over-year.

Attached properties in the 91914 area demonstrated particularly strong performance, with 3 new listings and 5 units of inventory, leading to a tighter 1.6 months of supply. The median price for attached homes in this region grew by 7.7% year-over-year, and closed sales surged by 200% compared to April 2025, indicating high demand for this property type.

For Buyers

With the Greater San Diego market showing a balanced condition and a slight increase in Months of Inventory to 4.3, buyers may find a bit more selection compared to prior months. It remains crucial for prospective buyers to be pre-approved for financing and work closely with a REALTOR® to identify suitable properties and navigate competitive offers, particularly for in-demand property types.

For Sellers

Sellers in the Greater San Diego market can capitalize on the strong buyer demand, as evidenced by the 78.9% Sales-to-New-Listings Ratio. While active listings have increased, well-priced and well-maintained properties continue to attract attention. Consulting with a REALTOR® to strategically price and present a home is essential to maximize its appeal and achieve favorable terms in this balanced market.