Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® Market Report - July 2026

Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® — July 2026

In July 2026, the Greater San Diego real estate market experienced a total of 29 sales, a 10% decrease compared to the same month last year. New listings increased to 36, while active listings rose to 82, indicating a competitive market favoring sellers with a 1.5-month supply of inventory.

Market Analysis

The Greater San Diego real estate market continues to show signs of a seller's advantage, with a significant sales-to-new-listings ratio (SNLR) of 80.6%. Despite a decrease in total sales from 41 in June 2026 to 29 in July, the number of new listings has increased, suggesting that sellers are responding to market conditions by bringing more properties to market. The months of inventory remains low at 1.5, indicating that demand continues to outpace supply, which typically supports pricing stability in a seller's market.

Property Type Analysis

In July, detached homes accounted for the majority of sales with 18 transactions, while attached homes, including townhouses, saw 11 sales. The market for detached properties remains robust, reflecting ongoing demand, while the attached segment shows a more tempered performance with longer days on market, averaging 101 days compared to 31 for detached homes. This disparity highlights varying buyer preferences and market dynamics between property types.

Regional Highlights

Regionally, the Oceanside area (zip code 92054) shows a mixed performance, with detached homes achieving a median price of $1,352,000 and a closed sales volume reflecting a 10% year-over-year decrease. Conversely, attached homes in the same area have seen a median price increase of 18.4% year-over-year, suggesting a strong demand for this property type despite overall market challenges.

For Buyers

Buyers are encouraged to act swiftly in the current market, as the low months of inventory indicate that desirable properties may not remain available for long. Conducting thorough research and being prepared to make competitive offers will be essential in securing a home in this seller-favored environment.

For Sellers

Sellers should take advantage of the current market conditions by pricing their homes competitively and ensuring they are in optimal condition for showings. With a strong SNLR and low inventory, now is an opportune time to list properties, as buyers are actively seeking homes and are willing to engage in competitive bidding.