Greater San Diego REALTORS®: San Diego Market Sees 49 Sales in April 2026 Amidst Tight Inventory

Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® — April 2026

The Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® reports 49 total sales in April 2026, a slight increase from 47 sales in March 2026. New listings totaled 135, contributing to 366 active listings and a months of inventory supply of 3.0, indicating a sellers' market condition.

Market Analysis

The San Diego real estate market maintained a sellers' market condition in April 2026, as reported by the Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS®. Total sales reached 49, a modest increase from 47 sales recorded in the prior month of March 2026. Compared to April 2025, total sales remained stable at 47.

Supply dynamics show 135 new listings entering the market, bringing active listings to 366. This represents an increase in active listings from 327 in March 2026 and 316 in April 2025. The months of inventory stood at 3.0, a decrease from 4.0 in March 2026, but an increase from the tighter 1.7 months of inventory observed in April 2025.

The Sales-to-New-Listings Ratio (SNLR) for April 2026 was 36.3%, reflecting the proportion of new listings that went under contract. This figure, combined with the 3.0 months of inventory, reinforces the competitive environment for buyers in the current market.

Property Type Analysis

A significant divergence in activity is evident between property types. Detached homes recorded no sales in April 2026, a 100% decrease from the prior year, according to figures from the Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS®. In contrast, attached properties, including townhouses, accounted for all 49 sales reported for the month.

Attached properties saw a median price of $750,000, with homes selling at an average of 96.1% of their original list price and spending 34 days on the market. New listings for attached properties were robust at 133, contributing to 363 active listings and an 8.6 months supply for this segment. Sales for attached properties saw a modest 2% decrease compared to April 2025.

Regional Highlights

Across the Greater San Diego region, the overall market continues to navigate a landscape characterized by persistent demand and fluctuating inventory levels. The shift in months of inventory from 1.7 in April 2025 to 3.0 in April 2026 suggests a slight easing in the extreme tightness of the prior year, though the market remains firmly in favor of sellers.

While total sales saw a slight uptick month-over-month, the year-over-year comparison indicates a stable sales volume at 47 units when looking at composite figures for April 2025. The increase in active listings from 316 last year to 366 this year provides more options for buyers, yet the overall supply remains constrained relative to historical averages.

For Buyers

Buyers in the Greater San Diego market should be prepared for competitive conditions, particularly for attached properties which dominate current sales activity. With a months of inventory at 3.0, acting decisively on well-priced homes is crucial. Consulting with a local REALTOR® is advisable to navigate available inventory and understand specific neighborhood dynamics.

For Sellers

Sellers continue to hold an advantageous position in the Greater San Diego market. With 3.0 months of inventory, well-maintained and appropriately priced homes are likely to attract strong interest. While attached properties are moving quickly with a median of 34 days on market, sellers of detached homes should work closely with their REALTOR® to strategize optimal pricing and marketing given the current sales trends.