Greater San Diego REALTORS®: March 2026 Market Sees Sales Increase Amidst Tight Inventory

Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® — March 2026

The Greater San Diego housing market experienced an uptick in sales during March 2026, with a total of 19 sales reported by the Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS®. This represents an 8.3% increase in sales year-over-year, despite a market characterized by sellers and 1.9 months of inventory.

Market Analysis

The Greater San Diego market remains a sellers' market in March 2026, as indicated by 1.9 months of inventory. Total sales reached 19, marking an 8.3% increase compared to March 2025, when 18 sales were recorded. New listings for the month totaled 39, while active listings stood at 69.

Compared to the prior month, February 2026, total sales increased from 14 to 19. Active listings also rose from 50 in February 2026 to 69 in March 2026. Months of inventory saw a slight increase from 1.6 in February 2026 to 1.9 in March 2026, yet it remains below the 2.2 months recorded in March 2025, underscoring persistent supply constraints.

Property Type Analysis

Detached homes accounted for the majority of sales in March 2026, with 13 transactions. Attached homes and townhouses saw 6 sales during the same period. The Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® reports no sales data for apartments for the month.

Regional Highlights

In a specific regional highlight, the Escondido South (92025) market shows distinct trends for March 2026. Detached homes in this area recorded 13 closed sales, with a median price of $820,000, representing a year-over-year decrease of 16.8% in median price. These homes sold for an average of 97.1% of their list price and spent 33 days on the market. The detached market in Escondido South also experienced a year-over-year sales increase of 8.3%.

For attached properties in Escondido South (92025), 6 closed sales were reported, with a median price of $642,500, marking a 6.1% increase in median price year-over-year. These properties achieved 97.2% of their list price and had a longer average of 53 days on the market. Months of supply for attached homes in this specific region stood at 6.6 months, significantly higher than the 1.9 months for detached homes in the same area.

For Buyers

Buyers in the Greater San Diego market face competitive conditions, as evidenced by the low 1.9 months of inventory. With a sellers' market prevailing, prospective buyers should be prepared to act quickly and consider pre-approval for financing to strengthen their offers. Consulting with a REALTOR® is advisable to navigate the limited inventory and understand specific neighborhood dynamics.

For Sellers

Sellers in the Greater San Diego area continue to benefit from favorable market conditions. With inventory remaining tight, properties are attracting strong interest. Sellers should work with a REALTOR® to strategically price their homes and prepare them for market to maximize their return, especially given the high percentage of list price achieved in some regional markets.