Greater San Diego REALTORS®: April 2026 Market Sees Sales Rise 16.7% Year-Over-Year Amid Balanced Conditions

Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® — April 2026

The Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® reports a balanced market for April 2026, with total sales reaching 28, a 16.7% increase compared to April 2025. Months of inventory stands at 4.4, while the sales-to-new-listings ratio is 80.0%.

Market Analysis

The Greater San Diego market demonstrates balanced conditions in April 2026, with 4.4 months of inventory reported by the Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS®. Total sales for the month reached 28, marking a notable 16.7% increase from the 26 sales recorded in April 2025. This sales activity also represents a substantial rise from the 11 sales observed in March 2026.

Supply levels show an increase, with active listings at 75 in April 2026, up from 69 in March 2026 and 66 in April 2025. New listings for the month totaled 35. The sales-to-new-listings ratio (SNLR) of 80.0% indicates strong buyer demand relative to new supply entering the market.

Property Type Analysis

Detached homes continue to dominate the market, accounting for all 28 total sales in April 2026. The median price for detached properties is $940,000, reflecting a 20.5% decrease year-over-year. These homes are selling at an average of 97.7% of their original list price, with an average of 66 days on market.

In contrast, the attached property segment recorded no sales in April 2026. This segment currently holds 2 active listings and has 1.5 months of inventory, as reported by the Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS®.

Regional Highlights

Within the broader Greater San Diego region, specific market dynamics are observed in areas such as Valley Center (92082). For detached properties in this area, the median price stands at $940,000, experiencing a 20.5% year-over-year decline. These homes spend an average of 66 days on the market and close at 97.7% of their list price.

New listings for detached homes in Valley Center totaled 34, with 28 closed sales, mirroring the overall regional detached sales figure. The months of supply for detached homes in this specific area is 4.4, aligning with the overall balanced market condition reported by the Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS®.

For Buyers

Buyers in the Greater San Diego market encounter a balanced environment with increasing inventory. With 4.4 months of inventory, there are more options available compared to the prior year. While detached median prices have seen year-over-year adjustments in some areas, buyers should analyze specific sub-markets and property types, leveraging the expertise of a REALTOR® to identify opportunities and negotiate effectively.

For Sellers

Sellers benefit from increased sales activity, with total sales up 16.7% year-over-year. However, with 66 days on market for detached homes and some price adjustments observed, strategic pricing remains crucial. Sellers should work with their REALTOR® to price competitively, considering the 97.7% list-to-sale price ratio, and prepare their homes to stand out in a market with growing active listings.