Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS®: April 2026 Market Sees Sales Dip Year-Over-Year Amidst Seller's Conditions

Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® — April 2026

The Greater San Diego housing market reports 34 total sales for April 2026, a 6.3% decrease compared to April 2025, according to figures published by the Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS®. The market maintains a seller's advantage with 2.1 months of inventory available, indicating strong demand.

Market Analysis

Total sales in Greater San Diego reached 34 units in April 2026, an increase from the 31 sales recorded in March 2026 but a decline from the 40 sales in April 2025. This represents a 6.3% year-over-year decrease in sales activity. New listings for the month totaled 55, while active listings stood at 68, contributing to a sales-to-new-listings ratio (SNLR) of 61.8%.

The market continues to favor sellers, with 2.1 months of inventory reported for April 2026. This is a slight increase from 1.9 months in March 2026 but remains below the 2.4 months of inventory seen in April 2025. Active listings have decreased year-over-year, from 81 in April 2025 to 68 in April 2026, further tightening market supply.

Property Type Analysis

In April 2026, detached homes accounted for the majority of sales, with 30 transactions, while attached/townhouse properties recorded 4 sales. For the 92027 Escondido East area, detached homes registered a median price of $787,500, experiencing a 1.9% decrease from the prior year. Attached homes in the same region posted a median price of $423,000, which reflects a significant 24.5% decline year-over-year.

Sales activity for detached homes in Escondido East saw a 6.3% decrease in closed transactions compared to April 2025, aligning with the overall market trend. Attached home sales in Escondido East experienced a more substantial decline of 55.6% year-over-year. Months of supply for detached homes in this specific area is 2.1, while attached homes show 3.3 months of supply.

Regional Highlights

Focusing on the 92027 Escondido East region, the market dynamics show distinct trends for different property types. Detached homes recorded 48 new listings and 52 active listings, with 30 closed sales. The median price for detached homes in this area was $787,500, with homes spending an average of 26 days on market and selling at 98.2% of their list price.

Attached properties in Escondido East saw 7 new listings and 16 active listings, resulting in 4 closed sales. These homes had a median price of $423,000, spent 44 days on market, and sold at 99.9% of their list price. The year-over-year changes in median prices for both detached (-1.9%) and attached (-24.5%) properties highlight varying market pressures within this specific region.

For Buyers

Buyers in the Greater San Diego market face a competitive environment characterized by low inventory and a seller's market. With 2.1 months of inventory, properties can move quickly. Prospective buyers should secure pre-approval, be prepared to act decisively on suitable listings, and work closely with a REALTOR® to navigate current conditions and identify opportunities.

For Sellers

Sellers continue to benefit from favorable market conditions, with inventory remaining tight. Despite a year-over-year dip in total sales, the market's 2.1 months of inventory suggests strong buyer interest. Sellers should focus on strategic pricing, professional staging, and effective marketing to attract competitive offers and maximize their property's value, leveraging the expertise of a REALTOR®.