Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® April 2026 Market Report: Sales Rise 22.2% Year-Over-Year Amidst Tight Inventory

Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® — April 2026

The Greater San Diego housing market experiences a notable increase in sales activity for April 2026, with total sales reaching 38, a 22.2% rise compared to April 2025. Months of inventory remain low at 1.6, indicating a continued sellers' market, according to figures published by the Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS®.

Market Analysis

In April 2026, the Greater San Diego housing market reports 38 total sales, an increase from 36 sales in March 2026 and a significant 22.2% rise compared to 32 sales in April 2025. New listings for the month total 53, while active listings stand at 59, reflecting a relatively constrained supply environment.

Months of inventory remain tight at 1.6, a slight increase from 1.5 in March 2026 but a substantial decrease from 4.3 in April 2025. This low inventory, coupled with a sales-to-new-listings ratio (SNLR) of 71.7%, firmly establishes the market as favorable to sellers. The sustained demand against limited available homes continues to shape market dynamics.

Property Type Analysis

Detached homes account for the majority of sales in April 2026, with 33 transactions reported. Attached/townhouse properties recorded 5 sales during the same period. The disparity in sales volume underscores the dominant share of the detached housing segment within the Greater San Diego market.

Regional Highlights

In the Poway (92064) submarket, detached homes demonstrate robust activity. April 2026 sees 33 closed sales for detached properties, with a median price of $1,646,000. These homes spend an average of 23 days on the market and sell for 99.2% of their original list price. Detached median prices in Poway show a 7.2% year-over-year increase, with closed sales up 22.2% compared to the prior year.

The attached segment in Poway (92064) also shows strong performance, with 5 closed sales and a median price of $795,000. Attached properties achieve 102.5% of their list price on average and have a median days on market of 20. The median price for attached homes in Poway increased by 9.7% year-over-year.

For Buyers

Prospective buyers in the Greater San Diego market face competitive conditions due to limited inventory. Securing pre-approval for financing is crucial to demonstrate readiness. Buyers should be prepared to act swiftly on desirable properties and consider competitive offers, as the market favors sellers with a low 1.6 months of inventory.

For Sellers

Sellers in Greater San Diego are well-positioned in the current market. With only 1.6 months of inventory and a 71.7% sales-to-new-listings ratio, demand remains strong. Strategic pricing, professional staging, and high-quality marketing can maximize interest and potentially lead to multiple offers, capitalizing on the favorable market conditions.