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Sept. 29, 2025

91977 Spring Valley Real Estate Market Update Fall 2025

91977 Spring Valley Real Estate Market Update Fall 2025

Spring Valley in East County San Diego California Update

If you’re tracking the Spring Valley (91977),  East County San Diego Real Estate market, August delivered a clear message: demand stayed steady, pricing inched up, and pace varied by property type. Below is a data-driven breakdown (Detached vs. Attached) plus what it means for sellers and buyers through the first eight months of 2025.

Spring Valley Real Estate Statistics Fall 2025 Attached and Detached Homes


Key Takeaways at a Glance

  • Detached homes in Spring Valley: Median price up +1.8% YoY in August ($783,000 vs. $769,000), with months of inventory down to 2.3 (tighter supply) and days on market ~26 (slightly faster than last year). Contracts and closings were softer month-over-month, but pricing held.

  • Attached homes in Spring Valley (condos/townhomes): The headline +31.3% YoY jump in the August median ($755,000 vs. $575,000) reflects a very small monthly sample and a shift in mix; year-to-date median is actually down −4.4% ($559,250 vs. $585,000). Inventory rose to 4.1 months (more selection) while days on market fell to 13 in August (the right listings are moving fast).

Note: Medians don’t include concessions; percentage changes use rounded figures and can look dramatic when samples are small, especially for attached homes on a single month. Always pair August snapshots with year-to-date context.


Detached Homes — 91977 (August & YTD)

August 2025 vs. August 2024

  • New Listings: 45 → 45 (0.0%)

  • Pending Sales: 30 → 28 (−6.7%)

  • Closed Sales: 29 → 21 (−27.6%)

  • Median Sales Price: $783,000 → from $769,000 (+1.8%)

  • % of Original List Price (OLP) Received: 100.1% → from 100.9% (−0.8%)

  • Days on Market: 26 → from 27 (−3.7%)

  • Inventory: 65 (down from 68, −4.4%)

  • Months of Supply: 2.3 (down from 2.6, −11.5%)

Year-to-Date (through August 2025 vs. 2024)

  • New Listings: 340 (+2.4%)

  • Pendings: 226 (−0.4%)

  • Closings: 205 (−2.8%)

  • Median Sales Price: $795,000 (+3.1%)

  • % of OLP Received: 99.6% (from 100.8%, −1.2%)

  • Days on Market: 33 (from 26, +26.9%)

What it means:
Detached pricing has crept higher on both a monthly and YTD basis, even with slightly fewer closings and a modest dip in list-price attainment. Lean supply (2.3 months) continues to provide a floor under prices, while buyers face less selection but also more time to evaluate than during the 2021–2022 rush.


Spring Valley Real Estate 2025 Fall San Diego California

Attached Homes — 91977 (August & YTD)

August 2025 vs. August 2024

  • New Listings: 13 → 15 (+15.4%)

  • Pending Sales: 7 → 5 (−28.6%)

  • Closed Sales: 9 → 4 (−55.6%)

  • Median Sales Price: $755,000 → from $575,000 (+31.3%)

  • % of OLP Received: 100.6% (up from 99.5%)

  • Days on Market: 13 (from 32, −59.4%)

  • Inventory: 27 (from 18, +50.0%)

  • Months of Supply: 4.1 (from 2.4, +70.8%)

Year-to-Date (through August 2025 vs. 2024)

  • New Listings: 101 (+11.0%)

  • Pendings: 52 (−17.5%)

  • Closings: 54 (−18.2%)

  • Median Sales Price: $559,250 (−4.4%)

  • % of OLP Received: 99.2% (from 101.0%, −1.8%)

  • Days on Market: 33 (from 28, +17.9%)

What it means:
The August median spike is driven by tiny sample size and mix (e.g., larger or upgraded units closing in a single month). The YTD picture is more telling: volumes are down, pricing is slightly lower, and supply has loosened versus a year ago. Still, when a condo is priced-right and prepped-right, it can move quickly (13 DOM in August).


Pricing Trendlines (Rolling 12-Month)

  • Single-Family in Spring Valley (Detached): The long-run median has stair-stepped higher since 2015, with a visible surge in 2020–2022, a pause/plateau in 2023–2024, and stabilization into 2025.

  • Townhouse/Condo in Spring Valley (Attached): A similar long-term uptrend, but more sensitive to monthly mix and smaller sample sizes, which makes YTD and rolling views essential for decision-making.


Strategy Playbook

For Sellers (Detached)

  1. Price to the market, not past peaks. You can still achieve near-list outcomes (~100% of OLP) if your pricing aligns with recent comps and condition.

  2. Lean inventory is your tailwind. With 2.3 months of supply, well-marketed homes can stand out. Invest in presentation (repairs, paint, landscaping, pro photos/video).

  3. Plan for a measured pace. While August DOM was ~26 days, the YTD average is 33, suggesting more typical (not frantic) timelines. Set expectations accordingly.

For Sellers (Attached)

  1. Expect variance. One month can look spectacular; YTD trends are firmer guides. Use hyper-local comps in your exact complex/nearby analogs.

  2. Win on preparation. August’s 13 DOM shows that dialed-in listings (staging, turnkey condition, sharp pricing) can outperform even with 4.1 months of supply.

  3. Be flexible. With pendings/closings down YTD, consider buyer incentives (e.g., credit for rate buydown) to widen your pool without cutting list price first.

For Buyers (Detached)

  1. Act strategically, not hastily. Inventory is tight, but competition is rational. Use pre-approval + targeted terms to strengthen offers without overbidding.

  2. Look for value in days-on-market. Homes lingering beyond the median 26–33 days may offer negotiation windows (repairs/credits).

  3. Think total monthly cost. With near-list outcomes, focus on payment structure (rate buydowns, closing-cost credits) to optimize affordability.

For Buyers (Attached)

  1. Leverage more choice. 4.1 months of supply gives you room to compare floor plans, HOAs, and condition—negotiate based on comps in your building/cluster.

  2. Move quickly on the right fit. Even in a looser market, turnkey units can sell in under two weeks (August 13 DOM). Have docs and down payment lined up.

  3. Underwrite the HOA. Review reserves, dues trends, and any special assessments—these materially affect your true monthly cost.


Local Context: Why Spring Valley Continues to Draw Interest

Spring Valley offers hillside neighborhoods, canyons, and quick access to SR-94/125, giving commuters a practical base with larger lots and diverse housing stock relative to many coastal zip codes. Buyers often cite value-per-square-foot, convenience to East County recreation, and proximity to greater San Diego employment hubs—factors that support demand even as rates and supply fluctuate.


Bottom Line

  • Detached: Price support remains intact with low months of supply and medians up modestly YTD. Expect a balanced, diligent market rather than a frenzy.

  • Attached: Don’t get whiplash from a single month; YTD tells the story—slower sales, slightly lower prices, but fast movement for well-prepped, well-priced listings.

If you’re planning to buy or sell in 91977, decisions are best made with hyper-local comps and an on-the-ground strategy tailored to your property type, condition, and timing. We can run a micro-comp analysis for your home or target complex and build a pricing/offer plan that fits today’s conditions.

Data source: Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® Local Market Update for Spring Valley (91977), current as of Sept 5, 2025. All data from the San Diego MLS.

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Sept. 24, 2025

Pacific Beach & Mission Beach Real Estate Market Update 92109 Fall 2025

Pacific Beach & Mission Beach Real Estate Market Update 92109 Fall 2025

Changes in the Real Estate Market for Pacific Beach and Mission Beach San Diego CA

Current as of September 5, 2025. Source: San Diego MLS.

If you own or plan to buy in Pacific Beach or Mission Beach in Coastal San Diego, August delivered a clear split between detached homes and condo/townhome (attached) living. Below is a straightforward read of what actually moved, what stalled, and what it means for pricing and strategy through the remainder of 2025.

Pacific Beach Real Estate Statistics Fall 2025 Attached and Detached Homes


Quick take (August 2025 vs. August 2024)

Detached (single-family)

  • Prices up: Median sales price jumped to $2,075,000 (+12.8% YoY).

  • Sales slower: Days on Market (DOM) nearly doubled to 48 (+118.2%).

  • Fewer closings: 12 closed (−14.3%) with flat new listings (17 → 17).

  • Sellers held most of the line: 94.4% of original list price received (slight dip).

Attached (condos & townhomes)

  • Prices down: Median fell to $725,000 (−29.3% YoY)—a likely mix-shift toward smaller/older units trading this month.

  • Faster sales: DOM improved to 22 days (−29%).

  • Activity mixed: New listings dropped sharply (−41.7%), pendings down (−38.9%), closings up (+41.7%) on a small sample.

  • Tighter negotiations: 98.3% of original list price received (+2.6%).


Year-to-date (Thru Aug 2025) — the bigger picture

Detached (YTD)

  • Pricing slightly lower: Median $2,050,000 (−2.6% vs. YTD 2024).

  • Fewer sales: 93 closed (−7.0%); pendings off −2.0%.

  • Sellers negotiating better overall: 98.1% of list price received (+1.1%).

  • Market pace steady-slower: DOM 36 (+5.9%).
    Inventory up modestly in August (43, +13.2%) with 3.6 months of supply (neutral-leaning).

Attached (YTD)

  • More volume, lower price: Closings +9.9% (122), but median $990,000 (−5.7%).

  • Listings expanded: New listings +19.8%; pendings slightly +1.6%.

  • DOM up: 36 days (+20%), while sellers still capture about 97.2% of list price (flat).
    August inventory was 55 units with 3.6 months of supply—balanced for beach condos.


What’s really happening in 92109

  1. Two markets, two tempos.

    • Detached homes are high-ticket and scarce; buyers are choosy, inspections are tougher, and anything needing work sits longer—hence the 48-day DOM even as August’s median jumped.

    • Condos/townhomes are the price-of-entry for beach living. More listings YTD and steady buyer demand have kept negotiations tight (≈97–98% of list), but the mix of what sells each month is pushing the median down versus 2024.

  2. Pricing power is nuanced, not universal.

    • At the high end (detached), the right house (turnkey, location, parking, outdoor space) still commands strong prices, but time-to-sale is longer.

    • In attached, buyers have more choice YTD, and August’s low median looks more like composition (smaller units trading) than a collapse in underlying values. Watch multi-month trends, not one month alone.

  3. Balance, not frenzy.

    • Months of Supply ~3.6 in both segments is near balanced for the beach neighborhoods. That means accurate pricing and presentation matter more than ever; mispriced listings will lag.


Pacific Beach Mission Beach Real Estate 2025 Fall San Diego California

Strategy for Sellers

Detached sellers

  • Win on readiness: Pre-list inspections, permit file clean-up, and targeted improvements (exterior salt-air maintenance, window/door seals, roof, parking solutions).

  • Price to today, not 2021: With DOM at 48 in August, you want to lead the market, not chase it. Strong photography, coastal lifestyle storytelling, and an offer-window strategy can compress days on market.

  • Hold the line—selectively: You can still achieve ~98% of list YTD when positioned correctly; the first two weeks are critical.

Attached sellers

  • Know your comp set by micro-location (bay-front vs. inland PB, parking, HOA health, short-term rental rules).

  • Feature what kills buyer friction: in-unit laundry, parking, outdoor space, storage for boards/bikes, and HOA clarity.

  • Don’t overreact to August’s low median: If your unit is larger/renovated or closer to sand/bay, your comp track is different from older studios trading inland.


Strategy for Buyers & Investors

  • Detached: Expect longer negotiation windows and more inspection leverage, but prime properties still draw competition. Rate buydowns and repair credits are back on the table—use them.

  • Attached: With more YTD listings and balanced supply, patient buyers can secure near-ask deals on solid units; focus on HOA reserves, assessments, and rental policies.

  • Underwrite reality, not headlines: In 92109, a block or two changes value; factor parking, noise corridors, salt-air maintenance, and rental caps into your price.


Outlook into late 2025

 

  • Detached: Expect spotlight sales to continue setting strong medians, but time-to-sale stays elevated as buyers scrutinize condition and pricing.

  • Attached: Volumes should remain resilient with seasonal second-home and investor activity, while medians may oscillate based on the size/age mix that closes each month.

  • Net: A skill market, not a headline market—accurate pricing, micro-neighborhood expertise, and deal structure win more often than not.

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Sept. 17, 2025

Santee Real Estate Market Update Fall 2025

Santee Real Estate Market Update Fall 2025

Opportunities for Buyers and Sellers in the Santee Market

As we progress through 2025, the Santee housing market (ZIP code 92071) in East County San Diego, continues to show a dynamic blend of resilience and market rebalancing. The latest data from the Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® offers valuable insights into both detached and attached homes (single-family and condo/townhomes), comparing current metrics with the same period in 2024. Here's what buyers, sellers, and investors need to know.

Santee Real Estate 2025 Fall San Diego California


🔑 Key Highlights (Through August 2025)

📌 Detached Homes (Single-Family)

Metric 2024 2025 % Change
New Listings 268 335 +25.0%
Pending Sales 228 237 +3.9%
Closed Sales 216 214 -0.9%
Median Sales Price $850,000 $855,000 +0.6%
% of List Price Received 101.4% 100.1% -1.3%
Days on Market 19 27 +42.1%

📈 Analysis:

  • The detached home market is seeing more inventory enter the market, with a 25% rise in new listings. This indicates growing seller confidence.

  • However, despite increased supply, closed sales dipped slightly (-0.9%), suggesting buyers are taking longer to make decisions or being more selective.

  • Homes are sitting on the market longer (up to 27 days) — a sign that the red-hot pace of recent years is moderating.

  • Prices remain stable, with a small increase in median sales price (+0.6%), reinforcing the market’s overall strength.


📌 Attached Homes (Condos & Townhomes)

Metric 2024 2025 % Change
New Listings 215 204 -5.1%
Pending Sales 155 118 -23.9%
Closed Sales 141 114 -19.1%
Median Sales Price $605,000 $600,000 -0.8%
% of List Price Received 100.3% 98.5% -1.8%
Days on Market 23 41 +78.3%

📉 Analysis:

  • The attached market is slowing, with new listings and sales volume both trending downward.

  • Days on market surged nearly 80%, reflecting waning urgency among buyers and potentially softer demand in this segment.

  • Prices dipped slightly (-0.8%), showing that buyers may be gaining more negotiating power.

  • This part of the market may offer better buying opportunities in late 2025 for entry-level buyers or investors.


📊 Inventory & Supply Trends

Metric 2024 2025 % Change
Detached – Inventory 36 43 +19.4%
Detached – Months Supply 1.4 1.6 +14.3%
Attached – Inventory 46 56 +21.7%
Attached – Months Supply 2.8 3.6 +28.6%

📌 Analysis:

  • Inventory growth is evident in both detached and attached markets, a sign that balance is slowly returning.

  • Months of supply remain below 4 months, which still technically reflects a seller-favored market, though the direction is clearly shifting toward neutral.


🏠 Historical Price Trends (2015–2024)

The report includes rolling 12-month median price trends, showing the dramatic climb in home values since 2015:

  • Detached homes rose from the low $400,000s in 2015 to over $850,000 in 2024.

  • Condos/townhomes grew from the low $300,000s to around $600,000 over the same period.

Even with the 2025 cooling, Santee has experienced strong long-term appreciation.


💡 What This Means for Buyers and Sellers

🔍 For Buyers:

  • More inventory and longer DOM (days on market) mean more choices and less competition.

  • Slight price softening in condos could present an opportunity, especially for first-time buyers.

  • Be strategic — homes are still selling close to list price.

💼 For Sellers:

  • The market remains resilient, especially for detached homes.

  • Proper pricing and presentation are critical, as homes are not moving as fast as last year.

  • Consider selling sooner rather than later if you want to maximize returns before further softening.


📍 Final Thoughts

The Santee housing market in 2025 is showing signs of normalization after years of breakneck growth. Detached homes remain in high demand, while attached homes are seeing a bit of a pause. The market is neither crashing nor overheated — it's stabilizing.

Whether you're looking to buy, sell, or invest, staying informed with local market data like this ensures smarter decisions. And in a shifting market like Santee’s, being proactive — not reactive — is the key to real estate success.

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Sept. 16, 2025

Imperial Beach Real Estate Declines Sharply - Fall 2025 Update

Imperial Beach Real Estate Declines Sharply - Fall 2025 Update

2025 Year to Date Median Prices Drop Significantly for Detached and Attached Homes

Imperial Beach, located in South Bay San Diego, closed August with fewer sales, leaner inventory, and longer market times—yet pricing held better for single-family homes than for condos. Here’s a clear, local snapshot you can use to plan your next move.

Imperial Beach CA Real Estate Statistics Fall 2025 Homes Condos

Detached (Single-Family Homes in Imperial Beach)

  • New Listings: 18 → 18 (flat)
  • Pending Sales: 10 → 11 (+10.0%)

  • Closed Sales: 9 → 6 (–33.3%)

  • Median Sales Price: $918,250 (+0.9%)

  • % of Original List Price Received: 95.3% (–1.7 pts)

  • Days on Market (DOM): 31 (+55.0%)

  • Active Inventory: 25 (–30.6%)

  • Months’ Supply: 2.9 (–38.3%)

Attached (Townhomes and Condos in Imperial Beach)

  • New Listings: 10 (–50.0%)

  • Pending Sales: 5 (flat)

  • Closed Sales: 3 (–50.0%)

  • Median Sales Price: $530,000 (–25.1%)

  • % of Original List Price Received: 91.4% (–0.8 pts)

  • Days on Market (DOM): 72 (+44.0%)

  • Active Inventory: 27 (–37.2%)

  • Months’ Supply: 5.4 (–37.2%)

Year-to-Date Through August

Detached (YTD 2025 vs. YTD 2024)

  • New Listings: 123 (–8.9%)

  • Pending Sales: 68 (+1.5%)

  • Closed Sales: 59 (–7.8%)

  • Median Sales Price: $855,000 (–6.8%)

  • % of Original List Price Received: 96.1% (–0.9 pts)

  • DOM: 50 (+51.5%)

Attached (YTD 2025 vs. YTD 2024)

  • New Listings: 99 (–13.9%)

  • Pending Sales: 40 (–11.1%)

  • Closed Sales: 37 (–19.6%)

  • Median Sales Price: $645,000 (–16.5%)

  • % of Original List Price Received: 96.6% (+2.5 pts)

  • DOM: 50 (–9.1%)


Imperial Beach Real Estate Stats for Fall 2025

What the Numbers Mean for Imperial Beach

1) Inventory is lean—especially for single-family homes

Detached inventory dropped 30.6% year over year and months’ supply slid to 2.9, a clear seller-tilted level. Even with slower closings and longer market times, the scarcity of listings helped hold prices nearly flat in August (+0.9%). Sellers who price near the market are still getting ~95% of original list on average. Buyers should expect competition on well-priced houses and may need to move decisively.

2) Condos softened more than houses

Attached homes saw a sharper price reset—–25.1% in August and –16.5% YTD—alongside much slower absorption (DOM 72 in August). Fewer new listings (–50%) and a lower months’ supply (5.4) suggest some stabilization potential ahead, but buyers currently hold more leverage in this segment than in detached.

3) Demand is selective, not absent

Detached pending sales ticked up in August (+10%), even as closings fell, reflecting deals stacking into September/October. In short: buyers are still writing offers, but they’re patient and value-sensitive. Expect longer negotiations and conditional timelines, especially on properties that overreach on price or need work.

4) Longer time on market requires sharper strategy

DOM rose materially for detached (to 31 in August; 50 YTD). For sellers, week-one pricing, turnkey presentation, and strong marketing matter more this year. For buyers, the extra time can create room for inspection credits or rate-buydown concessions—particularly on listings with longer market exposure.


Guidance for Sellers

  • Price within the window. Detached homes are still clearing near 95%–97% of original list when aligned to comps; overpricing invites longer DOM and bigger reductions.

  • Win the first weekend. With lean inventory, many buyers are “on alert.” Launch with full photo/video, tight copy, and broad online exposure to capture them early.

  • Mind the micro-segment. Attached values have moved more than detached—lean on the freshest, nearest comps (last 30–60 days) and adjust for condition precisely.

  • Use incentives surgically. If showings stall after 2–3 weeks, consider a modest price correction plus a targeted credit (e.g., closing costs or rate buydown) rather than large sequential cuts.

  • Prepare for appraisals. With shifting comps, equip your agent with a packet (updates, permits, features list) to support value.

Guidance for Buyers

  • Detached: be ready. Low months’ supply (2.9) means desirable single-family homes still move. Have underwriting and funds verified to compete.

  • Attached: negotiate details. With DOM higher and prices off, you may secure seller credits for rate buydowns, repairs, or HOA-related concerns—especially on listings >30 days.

  • Focus on total payment. Pair price with today’s rate environment; closing credits that reduce your monthly cost can beat small list-price cuts.

  • Watch coming pendings. August’s pending activity hints at comps arriving soon—use them to sharpen offers or valuation during contingency periods.


Bottom Line

  • Detached (SFR): Tight supply, slower closings, but relatively resilient prices. Sellers who price to the market still succeed; buyers must be decisive on quality homes.

  • Attached (Condo/Townhome): More negotiable with deeper price adjustments and higher DOM—good opportunity for buyers to secure credits and value.

Source: Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® Local Market Update for Imperial Beach 91932, current as of September 5, 2025; data from San Diego MLS. 

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Note: Median prices and list-to-sold ratios do not reflect concessions or down-payment assistance; small sample sizes can magnify percentage swings.

Sept. 13, 2025

Oceanside South Real Estate Market Update Fall 2025

Oceanside South Real Estate Market Update Fall 2025

Buyer Urgency Cools Off but Prices Still Inch Up

Current as of September 5, 2025. Data: Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® Local Market Update (San Diego MLS).92054 Oceanside South in North County Coastal San Diego


Fast Take

  • Detached (single-family homes in Oceanside 92054): Prices inched up year over year for August, even as buyer urgency cooled (pendings down, DOM higher). Inventory fell and months’ supply tightened to ~2.4, keeping leverage tilted toward well-prepared sellers.

  • Attached (townhome/condoin Oceanside 92054): Mixed signals—more new listings and pendings in August, but closings slowed and prices were softer month-over-month and notably lower YTD. Months’ supply held around ~4.2, a near-balanced/buyer-leaning setup. 

Note: Median prices and % of list received exclude concessions. Small sample sizes in 92054 can make % changes look extreme.

Oceanside Real Estate Statistics Fall 2025 Attached and Detached Homes


Detached Homes (Single-Family)

August 2025 vs. August 2024

  • New Listings: 15 → 15 (0.0%)

  • Pending Sales: 21 → 13 (-38.1%)

  • Closed Sales: 16 → 17 (+6.3%)

  • Median Sales Price: $1,340,500 → $1,374,000 (+2.5%)

  • % of Original List Price Received: 96.2% → 96.8% (+0.6%)

  • Days on Market (median): 44 → 66 (+50.0%)

  • Active Inventory: 56 → 37 (-33.9%)

  • Months’ Supply: 3.5 → 2.4 (-31.4%).

Read on this: Despite slower buyer action (fewer pendings, longer DOM), tight supply and a slight price gain suggest the best-presented homes still command attention. Sellers have leverage, but it’s conditional on pricing and condition.

Year-to-Date (through August)

  • New Listings: 226 → 174 (-23.0%)

  • Pending Sales: 140 → 121 (-13.6%)

  • Closed Sales: 134 → 120 (-10.4%)

  • Median Sales Price: $1,275,000 → $1,252,500 (-1.8%)

  • % of Original List Price Received: 99.1% → 97.6% (-1.5%)

  • Days on Market (median): 35 → 49 (+40.0%).

What it means for SFR: The YTD story is fewer listings, slower absorption, and slightly lower pricing—classic normalization from the pandemic run-up. Expect more days on market and tighter appraisal/inspection negotiations than last year.


Oceanside 92054 Real Estate Statistics Fall 2025 Attached and Detached Homes

Attached Homes (Townhomes & Condos)

August 2025 vs. August 2024

  • New Listings: 18 → 29 (+61.1%)

  • Pending Sales: 11 → 15 (+36.4%)

  • Closed Sales: 16 → 7 (-56.3%)

  • Median Sales Price: $862,444 → $760,000 (-11.9%)

  • % of Original List Price Received: 97.5% → 103.4% (+6.1%)

  • Days on Market (median): 46 → 83 (+80.4%)

  • Active Inventory: 55 → 54 (-1.8%)

  • Months’ Supply: 4.2 → 4.2 (flat).

Read on this: August brought more options and more accepted offers, but many of those will close later, so closings lagged. Pricing softened on the month, though the % of list >100% hints that the best-located or turnkey units can still see competition.

Year-to-Date (through August)

  • New Listings: 196 → 194 (-1.0%)

  • Pending Sales: 116 → 100 (-13.8%)

  • Closed Sales: 118 → 92 (-22.0%)

  • Median Sales Price: $970,000 → $849,500 (-12.4%)

  • % of Original List Price Received: 96.4% → 97.8% (+1.5%)

  • Days on Market (median): 50 → 53 (+6.0%).

What it means for condos/THs: The YTD picture is demand down and prices retracing from 2024 highs. With ~4.2 months of supply and longer DOM, buyers have time and leverage; sellers succeed by pricing to the market and offering value (condition, credits, or rate buydowns).


Strategy Playbook

If You’re Selling You're Home in Oceanside

  • Price to today’s comps. Over-ask outcomes are rarer; accepted offers cluster near list—sometimes below—after inspections. Build in negotiation room.

  • Win on presentation. With DOM up across both segments (to 66 days for SFR and 83 days for attached in August), turnkey condition (paint, flooring, lighting, landscaping) can be the difference between watching and selling.

  • Use concessions strategically. Consider closing-cost credits or rate buydowns—especially for attached listings near the balanced range (~4.2 months).

If You’re Buying a Home in Oceanside

  • Detached: Inventory is thinner (months’ supply ~2.4), so clean, well-priced homes can still draw multiple offers. Leverage longer DOM to negotiate timing, repairs, or small credits—but move decisively on quality.

  • Attached: Take advantage of more choice, more time, and softer YTD pricing. Compare HOA dues/amenities/reserves and request rate buydowns or seller credits to improve total monthly cost.


Longer-Term Context

Rolling 12-month charts in the report show the multi-year rise in both segments through 2021–2023, followed by 2024–2025 normalization: slower absorption, fewer over-ask outcomes, and greater sensitivity to price and condition—especially in the attached market. Use that lens when setting expectations for pricing and timeline this fall.


Methodology & Notes

Figures reflect August 2025 results versus August 2024, and Year-to-Date (through August) versus the same 2024 period. Medians and % of original list price exclude concessions; small counts can amplify percent swings. Source: San Diego MLS; Local Market Update for 92054 – Oceanside South; © 2025 ShowingTime Plus, LLC.

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Sept. 12, 2025

Rancho Peñasquitos Real Estate Market Update Fall 2025

Rancho Peñasquitos Real Estate Market Update Fall 2025

Detached Homes in Rancho Penasquitos New Listings, Pending Sales, Closed Sales, Median Sales Price All Down Year to Date

Current as of September 5, 2025. Data: Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® Local Market Update (San Diego MLS).


Rancho Penasquitos Real Estate Statistics Fall 2025 Attached and Detached Homes

Quick Takeaways

  • Detached homes in Rancho Penasquitos (single-family): Prices are essentially holding year-over-year while demand cooled and marketing times doubled. Inventory edged up, but supply remains lean at just ~2.1 months, so quality listings still move when priced correctly.

  • Attached homes in Rancho Penasquitos (townhome/condo): More choices, slower pace, softer pricing. Inventory and months’ supply climbed sharply to ~4.4 months, and days on market lengthened, giving buyers room to negotiate. This is similar to most areas in North County Inland San Diego.

Note: Median prices and % of list received do not account for concessions and/or down-payment assistance. Percent changes use rounded figures.


Detached Homes (Single-Family)

August 2025 vs. August 2024

  • New Listings: 24 → 24 (0.0%)

  • Pending Sales: 23 → 15 (-34.8%)

  • Closed Sales: 24 → 18 (-25.0%)

  • Median Sales Price: $1,431,000 → $1,467,500 (+2.6%)

  • % of Original List Price Received: 99.4% → 97.3% (-2.1%)

  • Days on Market (median): 19 → 44 (+131.6%)

  • Active Inventory: 35 → 41 (+17.1%)

  • Months’ Supply: 1.9 → 2.1 (+10.5%).

What it means: Pricing remains resilient even as buyer urgency eased (pendings/closings down, DOM up). With supply still just a little over two months, clean, well-priced homes continue to attract offers—just not at the frenzied pace of prior years.

Year-to-Date (through August)

  • New Listings: 245 → 233 (-4.9%)

  • Pending Sales: 182 → 161 (-11.5%)

  • Closed Sales: 170 → 158 (-7.1%)

  • Median Sales Price: $1,530,000 → $1,522,500 (-0.5%)

  • % of Original List Price Received: 103.8% → 99.7% (-3.9%)

  • Days on Market (median): 15 → 24 (+60.0%).

Read on this: Over-ask bidding has normalized (99.7% of original list YTD vs 103.8% last year). Sellers should expect more days on market and build in room for minor credits or appraisal/inspection negotiations.


Attached Homes (Townhomes & Condos)

August 2025 vs. August 2024

  • New Listings: 13 → 17 (+30.8%)

  • Pending Sales: 10 → 7 (-30.0%)

  • Closed Sales: 11 → 8 (-27.3%)

  • Median Sales Price: $704,000 → $679,000 (-3.6%)

  • % of Original List Price Received: 99.4% → 98.5% (-0.9%)

  • Days on Market (median): 21 → 34 (+61.9%)

  • Active Inventory: 24 → 34 (+41.7%)

  • Months’ Supply: 3.3 → 4.4 (+33.3%).

What it means: Buyers now have significantly more selection and time. With months’ supply near the balanced range and DOM stretching, attached-segment pricing is more negotiable than a year ago.

Year-to-Date (through August)

  • New Listings: 106 → 139 (+31.1%)

  • Pending Sales: 67 → 71 (+6.0%)

  • Closed Sales: 62 → 66 (+6.5%)

  • Median Sales Price: $697,000 → $662,500 (-4.9%)

  • % of Original List Price Received: 102.9% → 98.0% (-4.8%)

  • Days on Market (median): 17 → 37 (+117.6%).

Read on this: Even with more closings YTD in Rancho Penasquitos, extra supply has pulled prices back and widened negotiation bands. Expect attached sellers to offer credits, rate buydowns, or list-price adjustments to compete.


Rancho Penasquitos Real Estate Statistics Fall 2025 Homes and Condos

How to Use These Trends

For Sellers

  • Price to today’s comps in Rancho Penasquitos, not last spring’s headlines. Over-ask outcomes have faded; most accepted offers land near—but often below—list after inspections.

  • Invest in presentation. With DOM up across both segments, homes that feel turnkey (paint, flooring, lighting, landscaping) still command the strongest traffic and best terms.

  • Plan for negotiation. Build in contingencies for credit requests or minor repairs, especially in the attached segment with ~4.4 months of supply.

For Buyers

  • Detached: Still competitive for the best houses, but the tempo is calmer. Use longer DOM and slightly higher inventory to negotiate repairs, credits, or timing.

  • Attached: Conditions are buyer-tilted in Rancho Penasquitos. With more choices and longer DOM, ask for rate buydowns, closing-cost credits, or price improvements—and take the time to compare HOA dues, amenities, and reserves.


Longer-Term Context

Rolling 12-month charts in the report show the multi-year climb in 92129 values since 2015, followed by today’s post-pandemic normalization: slower absorption, more inventory, and fewer over-ask outcomes. Use that lens when setting expectations for both price and timing in late 2025.


Methodology & Notes

  • Figures reflect August 2025 monthly results and Year-to-Date through August comparisons vs. the same periods in 2024.

  • Medians and “% of original list received” exclude concessions; percent changes use rounded figures and can look large when sample sizes are small.

  • Source: San Diego MLS; Local Market Update prepared for GSDAR; © 2025 ShowingTime Plus, LLC.

San Diego Real Estate

Sept. 11, 2025

Clairemont Real Estate Market Update 92117 Fall 2025

Clairemont Real Estate Market Update 92117 Fall 2025

Market Conditions in Clairemont San Diego CA

Current as of September 5, 2025. Data source: San Diego MLS.

Snapshot: Detached Homes (Single-Family)

August vs. last August in Clairemont 92117 San Diego CA

  • New Listings: 42 → 42 (0.0%)

  • Pending Sales: 28 → 39 (+39.3%)

  • Closed Sales: 32 → 31 (-3.1%)

  • Median Sales Price: $1,200,000 → $1,160,000 (-3.3%)

  • % of Original List Price Received: 100.7% → 94.8% (-5.9%)

  • Days on Market (median): 16 → 28 (+75.0%)

  • Active Inventory: 49 → 54 (+10.2%)

  • Months’ Supply: 2.0 → 2.0 (flat).

Year-to-Date (through Aug) in Clairemont 92117 San Diego CA

  • New Listings: 298 → 375 (+25.8%)

  • Pending Sales: 219 → 230 (+5.0%)

  • Closed Sales: 212 → 212 (flat)

  • Median Sales Price: $1,200,000 → $1,150,000 (-4.2%)

  • % of Original List Price Received: 101.4% → 97.4% (-3.9%)

  • Days on Market (median): 20 → 23 (+15.0%).

Detached takeaways

  • Demand hasn’t disappeared—pendings jumped in August—but buyers are price-sensitive.

  • Pricing eased ~3–4% both monthly and YTD, and DOM lengthened, signaling the need for sharper pricing and condition.

  • Despite more listings YTD, supply remains ~2 months, still a seller-leaning environment—but no longer “anything sells at any price.”


Clairemont Real Estate Update in San Diego California 92117 Zip Code 2025 Fall

Snapshot: Attached Homes (Townhomes & Condos)

August vs. last August in Clairemont 92117 San Diego CA

  • New Listings: 10 → 15 (+50.0%)

  • Pending Sales: 8 → 3 (-62.5%)

  • Closed Sales: 11 → 7 (-36.4%)

  • Median Sales Price: $750,000 → $565,000 (-24.7%)

  • % of Original List Price Received: 98.9% → 95.9% (-3.0%)

  • Days on Market (median): 24 → 44 (+83.3%)

  • Active Inventory: 14 → 27 (+92.9%)

  • Months’ Supply: 2.1 → 4.8 (+128.6%).

Year-to-Date (through Aug) in Clairemont 92117 San Diego CA

  • New Listings: 88 → 114 (+29.5%)

  • Pending Sales: 66 → 46 (-30.3%)

  • Closed Sales: 61 → 50 (-18.0%)

  • Median Sales Price: $611,000 → $616,500 (+0.9%)

  • % of Original List Price Received: 99.7% → 97.5% (-2.2%)

  • Days on Market (median): 22 → 29 (+31.8%).

Attached takeaways

  • August showed a notable cooldown: slower pendings and a sharp monthly price drop, as inventory nearly doubled and months’ supply rose to ~4.8—favoring buyers.

  • YTD pricing is still slightly up (~+0.9%), which suggests August’s dip may reflect mix (smaller units trading) and negotiating room, not a full-year reset.


Price Trends Over the Long View

Rolling 12-month visuals (in the report) show the broad arc since 2015 in Clairemont 92117 for both single-family and townhome/condo segments. Pair that context with 2025’s higher inventory, longer DOM, and lower list-to-sale ratios to understand why accurate pricing and turnkey presentation are paramount right now. 

 

What This Means for Sellers

Detached sellers (SFR)

  • Expect more showings before offers: DOM rose from 16 to 28 in August; buyers are selective.

  • Price to the market, not above it: the % of original list price received fell to 94.8% in August; overpricing can cost you both time and net.

  • Preparation matters: with more YTD listings on the market (+25.8%), homes that look “move-in ready” earn stronger activity.

Attached sellers (TH/condo)

  • It’s a buyer-tilted micro-market right now: months’ supply ~4.8, DOM up, and pendings down.

  • If selling this fall, plan for strategic price positioning, concessions, or light improvements to stand out.


What This Means for Buyers

Detached buyers

  • You have more leverage than last year: list-to-sale ratios have eased and inventory ticked up.

  • Still move decisively on quality homes: months’ supply is ~2.0, so clean, well-priced SFRs draw competition.

Attached buyers

  • Conditions favor you: more choices, more time, and more room to negotiate. Use the current 4.8 months’ supply to secure inspections, credits, or price improvements.


Bottom Line for Clairemont (92117)

  • SFRs: Balanced-leaning-seller market with softening prices and longer marketing times—successful sales hinge on precise pricing and presentation.

  • Condos/Townhomes: Buyer-friendly at the moment; August’s pullback contrasts with an essentially flat/slightly positive YTD price trend—opportunity for value-driven purchases.

  • Strategy: Whether buying or selling, align price with recent comps, account for DOM trends, and anticipate negotiation on credits and timing.

Source: Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® — Local Market Update for August 2025, Clairemont 92117. Current as of Sept 5, 2025.

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Sept. 10, 2025

East Chula Vista Real Estate Market Fall 2025

East Chula Vista Real Estate Market Fall 2025

Including EastLake & Otay Ranch 91913, 91914, 91915

Below is a clear, data-driven read on what actually happened in August 2025 and year-to-date (through August) across EastLake and adjacent Otay Ranch Rolling Hills Ranch. All figures come straight from the San Diego MLS monthly update.


East Chula Vista Real Estate Market Report Fall 2025

91913 — Chula Vista (EastLake)

Single-Family (Detached)

August 2025 vs. August 2024

  • New listings: 26 → 26 (flat)

  • Pending sales: 17 → 32 (+88.2%)

  • Closed sales: 17 → 25 (+47.1%)

  • Median sales price: $995,000 → $950,000 (–4.5%)

  • % of original list received: 97.9% → 97.4% (–0.5 pp)

  • Days on market (DOM): 40 → 39 (slightly faster)

  • Active inventory: 40 → 47 (+17.5%)

  • Months’ supply: 2.2 → 2.6 (+18.2%)

Year-to-Date (Jan–Aug)

  • New listings: 213 → 247 (+16.0%)

  • Pendings: 162 → 158 (–2.5%)

  • Closings: 155 → 142 (–8.4%)

  • Median price: $970,000 → $1,017,500 (+4.9%)

  • % of original list received: 100.9% → 99.1% (–1.8 pp)

  • DOM: 27 → 31 (+14.8%; slower)

August popped in activity (pendings/closings) as sellers added modestly more inventory and buyers jumped on opportunities—likely helped by negotiability (down from 100.9% YTD last year to 99.1% this year) and slightly longer DOM. YTD prices are still up ~5% even with August’s month-over-month dip.

Townhome/Condo (Attached)

August 2025 vs. August 2024

  • New listings: 21 → 26 (+23.8%)

  • Pendings: 17 → 19 (+11.8%)

  • Closings: 18 → 18 (flat)

  • Median price: $694,000 → $682,500 (–1.7%)

  • % of original list received: 99.0% → 98.7% (–0.3 pp)

  • DOM: 28 → 44 (+57.1%)

  • Inventory: 33 → 50 (+51.5%)

  • Months’ supply: 2.2 → 2.9 (+31.8%)

Year-to-Date (Jan–Aug)

  • New listings: 177 → 248 (+40.1%)

  • Pendings: 127 → 149 (+17.3%)

  • Closings: 125 → 132 (+5.6%)

  • Median price: $670,000 → $650,000 (–3.0%)

  • DOM: 26 → 41 (+57.7%)

Attached inventory expanded sharply, giving buyers more selection. Demand kept up enough to lift pendings, but marketing times lengthened and pricing softened a touch.


East Chula Vista EastLake Otay Ranch Windingwalk Rolling Hills Real Estate Market Report Fall 2025

91914 — Chula Vista NE (Rolling Hills Ranch & surrounds)

Single-Family (Detached)

August 2025 vs. August 2024

  • New listings: 9 → 9 (flat)

  • Pendings: 13 → 9 (–30.8%)

  • Closings: 11 → 8 (–27.3%)

  • Median price: $1,375,000 → $1,455,000 (+5.8%)

  • % of original list received: 96.9% → 97.4% (+0.5 pp)

  • DOM: 18 → 50 (+177.8%)

  • Inventory: 16 → 23 (+43.8%)

  • Months’ supply: 2.0 → 3.2 (+60.0%)

Year-to-Date (Jan–Aug)

  • New listings: 113 → 96 (–15.0%)

  • Pendings: 77 → 62 (–19.5%)

  • Closings: 69 → 57 (–17.4%)

  • Median price: $1,335,000 → $1,320,135 (–1.1%)

  • % of original list received: 99.7% → 97.6% (–2.1 pp)

  • DOM: 31 → 40 (+29.0%)

Fewer buyers and more selection pushed DOM up notably. Still, August’s median price rose ~6% year-over-year, showing that well-positioned homes at the higher end are finding their market. The move from ~2 to ~3.2 months’ supply suggests a shift toward a more balanced feel, but not a true buyer’s market.

Townhome/Condo (Attached)

August 2025 vs. August 2024

  • New listings: 5 → 2 (–60.0%)

  • Pendings: 3 → 3 (flat)

  • Closings: 5 → 7 (+40.0%)

  • Median price: $610,000 → $665,000 (+9.0%)

  • % of original list received: 102.9% → 98.8% (–4.0 pp)

  • DOM: 20 → 38 (+90.0%)

  • Inventory: 7 → 4 (–42.9%)

  • Months’ supply: 2.9 → 1.2 (–58.6%)

Year-to-Date (Jan–Aug)

  • New listings: 31 → 30 (–3.2%)

  • Pendings: 23 → 24 (+4.3%)

  • Closings: 22 → 20 (–9.1%)

  • Median price: $672,500 → $655,500 (–2.5%)

  • DOM: 20 → 40 (+100%

Very limited new supply in August tightened conditions, supporting a ~9% price gain month-over-year even as marketing times lengthened.


91915 — Chula Vista SE (Otay Ranch / Montecito)

Single-Family (Detached)

August 2025 vs. August 2024

  • New listings: 9 → 9 (flat)

  • Pendings: 8 → 14 (+75.0%)

  • Closings: 17 → 8 (–52.9%)

  • Median price: $975,000 → $959,606 (–1.6%)

  • % of original list received: 99.5% → 97.4% (–2.1 pp)

  • DOM: 33 → 39 (+18.2%)

  • Inventory: 17 → 20 (+17.6%)

  • Months’ supply: 1.8 → 1.9 (+5.6%)

Year-to-Date (Jan–Aug)

  • New listings: 109 → 129 (+18.3%)

  • Pendings: 83 → 89 (+7.2%)

  • Closings: 80 → 78 (–2.5%)

  • Median price: $965,250 → $918,750 (–4.8%)

  • DOM: 26 → 31 (+19.2%)

Demand improved in August (pendings up) with only a mild increase in supply. YTD median pricing has eased ~5%, suggesting buyers are price-sensitive and responding to homes that show value.

Townhome/Condo (Attached)

August 2025 vs. August 2024

  • New listings: 8 → 21 (+162.5%)

  • Pendings: 12 → 17 (+41.7%)

  • Closings: 20 → 17 (–15.0%)

  • Median price: $725,000 → $720,000 (–0.7%)

  • % of original list received: 99.7% → 100.0% (+0.3 pp)

  • DOM: 28 → 60 (+114.3%)

  • Inventory: 14 → 36 (+157.1%)

  • Months’ supply: 1.1 → 3.4 (+209.1%)

Year-to-Date (Jan–Aug)

  • New listings: 134 → 141 (+5.2%)

  • Pendings: 110 → 93 (–15.5%)

  • Closings: 108 → 86 (–20.4%)

  • Median price: $700,000 → $707,000 (+1.0%)

  • DOM: 32 → 48 (+50.0%

A surge of new attached listings expanded months’ supply to ~3.4, shifting leverage toward buyers and stretching DOM. Prices held roughly flat month-over-year and are slightly up ~1% YTD, indicating sellers can still achieve solid results with the right strategy.


What This Means for EastLake/Otay Ranch Sellers & Buyers

Sellers

  • Price to the market, not above it. In all three zips, buyers are rewarding homes that show value; the % of original list received has eased from pandemic highs, and DOM is longer in multiple segments.

  • Preparation and presentation matter. With months’ supply hovering ~2–3.5 in many slices, you’re competing with more options. Pre-market prep, strategic pricing, and full-funnel marketing are critical to protect days on market and negotiation power.

  • Detached strength in 91913. Despite August’s monthly price dip, YTD median is up ~5%. Good opportunity for move-up sellers who can pair a strong sale with negotiating power on the buy side.

Buyers

  • More choice, more time (especially attached). 91913 attached and 91915 attached saw sizeable inventory growth and higher months’ supply. This creates room to negotiate on terms, credits, and repairs.

  • Watch micromarkets. 91914 detached had slower absorption but higher August median; premium, turnkey homes can still command strong outcomes even as overall DOM rises.

  • Leverage DOM trends. When DOM stretches beyond ~30–40 days, consider targeted offers with appraisal/repair credits instead of straight price cuts, depending on seller priorities.


Quick Zip-by-Zip Takeaways

  • 91913 (EastLake)

    • Detached: Demand rebounded in August; YTD prices +4.9% with modestly higher inventory.

    • Attached: Big supply increase; DOM up; prices –3.0% YTD → better negotiating window. 

  • 91914 (NE Chula Vista / Rolling Hills Ranch)

    • Detached: Buyers are pickier; DOM up; August median +5.8% shows quality still wins.

    • Attached: Low August supply lifted prices +9% YoY; but YTD price slightly lower and DOM higher.

  • 91915 (SE Chula Vista / Otay Ranch–Montecito)

    • Detached: Activity improving, pricing slightly softer YTD; strategy over sizzle.

    • Attached: Inventory surge → 3.4 months’ supply and much longer DOM; buyers have leverage.


Bottom Line

This part of East Chula Vista is transitioning from the ultra-tight, over-asking era to a more balanced, strategy-driven market. Inventory is no longer scarce in several segments, and days on market are normalizing. If you’re selling, price right and present flawlessly. If you’re buying, use the added selection and time to secure favorable terms—especially in the attached segments.

 

Prepared with MLS data current as of Sept 5, 2025 (Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® / ShowingTime Plus).

Sept. 8, 2025

San Diego County Real Estate Market Report Fall 2025

San Diego County Real Estate Market Report Fall 2025

Median Price Increases, Inventory Up, Taking Longer to Sell Homes

The San Diego housing market in August 2025 reflects a mixed performance characterized by rising prices, slower sales activity, and increasing inventory. While demand remains solid, affordability challenges and longer time on market suggest buyers are becoming more selective.


San Diego County Real Estate Market Report Fall 2025

Key Market Indicators

Sales Activity

  • Closed Sales:

    • Detached homes: 1,291, down 5.2% year-over-year.

    • Attached homes (condos/townhomes): 655, down 18.3% year-over-year.

    • Overall, sales declined 10.1% across the county

  • Pending Sales:

    • Detached: +2.6% (1,358 contracts).

    • Attached: +1.1% (706 contracts).

    • Indicates some future stability despite recent sales declines.


Pricing Trends

  • Median Sales Price:

    • Detached homes: $1,075,000, up 2.4% YoY.

    • Attached homes: $675,000, down 0.1% YoY.

    • Overall county median: $915,000, up 3.4% YoY.

  • Average Sales Price:

    • Detached: $1,458,287, up 5.1% YoY.

    • Attached: $823,810, up 4.1% YoY.

    • Overall average: $1,244,943, up 6.7% YoY.

📌 Takeaway: Detached homes continue appreciating, while attached housing prices are leveling off.


San Diego County Real Estate Market Report Fall 2025

Inventory & Supply

  • Inventory of Homes for Sale:

    • Detached: 3,512 (up 8.4% YoY).

    • Attached: 2,573 (up 25.7% YoY).

    • Total: 6,085 homes, a 15.1% increase

  • Months Supply of Inventory (MSI):

    • Detached: 2.8 months (+3.7% YoY).

    • Attached: 3.8 months (+26.7% YoY).

    • Total market: 3.2 months, up 14.3%

📌 Takeaway: The market is gradually shifting toward balance, especially for condos and townhomes where inventory has surged.


Market Speed & Competition

  • Days on Market (DOM):

    • Detached: 39 days, up 39.3% YoY.

    • Attached: 42 days, up 27.3% YoY.

    • Total: 40 days, up 33.3%

  • Percent of Original List Price Received:

    • Detached: 96.5% (-2.2% YoY).

    • Attached: 97.0% (-1.0% YoY).

    • Buyers are negotiating more, and bidding wars are less common

📌 Takeaway: Homes are staying longer on the market and selling below list price more often.


Affordability

  • Housing Affordability Index (HAI):

    • Detached: 26 (-3.7% YoY).

    • Attached: 41 (flat YoY).

    • Overall: 30 (-6.3% YoY).

📌 Takeaway: Affordability remains one of the greatest challenges in San Diego, with detached homes particularly out of reach for many buyers.


Year-to-Date (YTD) Trends (Jan–Aug 2025)

  • Closed Sales: 15,181 (-4.1% YoY).

  • Pending Sales: 15,998 (-2.0% YoY).

  • New Listings: 27,244 (+11.6% YoY).

  • Dollar Volume of Sales: $18.26 billion (-3.0% YoY).

  • Median Price (All Properties): $906,000 (+0.7% YoY).

  • Average Price (All Properties): $1.19M (+1.2% YoY).


Market Outlook

  1. Inventory Growth – Buyers have more options, particularly in the attached market, which could put pressure on condo/townhome pricing.

  2. Stabilizing Prices – Detached homes are still appreciating modestly, but overall price growth is slowing compared to the double-digit gains of prior years.

  3. Slower Sales Pace – Higher DOM and reduced list-to-sale ratios indicate buyers are cautious and waiting for value.

  4. Affordability Issues – With HAI near historic lows, demand could continue to soften unless interest rates decline.


Conclusion

The San Diego housing market in August 2025 is showing early signs of cooling after years of strong growth. Prices for single-family homes remain resilient, but sales activity is slowing, inventory is climbing, and affordability is strained. Buyers now have more leverage in negotiations, especially in the attached housing sector, while sellers must price strategically to attract offers.

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Sept. 2, 2025

Carlsbad Single-Family Market July 2025

Carlsbad Single-Family Market — July 2025 

Carlsbad San Diego Real Estate Market in Transition

Carlsbad’s single-family market cooled in July on price and closings, but moved faster and with slightly more selection than a year ago. Buyers are getting a touch more negotiating room than in spring, yet sellers still command near-list results when homes are priced right.


Quick takeaways

  • 57 homes closed in July (down from 66 in June; –26% YoY vs. 77 in July 2024).

  • Median price: $1.80M (–3% MoM from $1.857M; –1% YoY vs. $1.82M).

  • Days on market: 11 (down from 17 in June and 18 a year ago). Homes are moving quicker.

  • Sale-to-list: 99%—minimal discounting on average.

  • New listings: 105 (up from 98 in June and +18% YoY vs. 89). Supply is improving.

  • Avg. $/sf: $782 (+1% YoY; $772 a year ago). 

  • Months of inventory: 2.6 (vs. 2.3 a year ago), still a lean sellers’ market but trending toward balance.

Carlsbad Real Estate July 2025 Statistics

Month-over-month vs. year-over-year: what changed?

Sales volume: July closings fell to 57 from 66 in June (–14% MoM) and 77 last July (–26% YoY). That’s a meaningful step down in demand compared with early summer. For buyers, fewer bidding skirmishes; for sellers, expect normal market times if you price with the comps.

Prices: The median slid to $1.80M, off 3% from June’s $1.857M and 1% lower than a year ago. This is a reversion from spring’s peak rather than a structural break—think seasonal cooling plus more price-sensitive buyers.

Speed: Median DOM plunged to 11 days (from 17 in June, 18 last year). Well-prepared listings still find buyers quickly; the slower part of the market is largely over-priced or under-prepared inventory.

Negotiation: The average sale landed at 99% of list—essentially flat to last month and last year—which underscores that pricing strategy matters more than ever (slightly under list to drive traffic vs. over-reaching and sitting).

Supply: 105 new listings hit the market (up from 98 in June and +18% YoY vs. 89). With 2.6 months of inventory vs. 2.3 a year back, shoppers have a bit more choice, but we’re still below the 4–6 months that typically signals a truly balanced market.

Where the price action happened (by quartile)

July’s sales spread shows different dynamics across price tiers:

  • Top quartile: $2,450,000 median; 15 DOM; $765/sf

  • Second quartile: $2,000,000; 14 DOM; $731/sf

  • Third quartile: $1,657,500; 14 DOM; $798/sf

  • Bottom quartile: $1,317,500; 10 DOM; $730/sf

Two insights jump out:

  1. The third quartile’s $/sf ($798) is the highest—often mid-sized, renovated homes in hot micro-neighborhoods command the strongest per-foot premiums.

  2. The bottom quartile moved the fastest (10 DOM)—good entry-level or downsizer-friendly homes are getting scooped quickly when priced on the nose.

Price per square foot & list-to-sale ratio

Twelve-month trends show $/sf grinding higher (+1% YoY to $782), while the sale-to-list ratio has hovered around 99%—a signal that Carlsbad’s market rewards correct pricing and turnkey presentation even as headline median prices drift month to month. 

What this means if you’re buying

  • You have options: New listings up 18% YoY and inventory at 2.6 months means more choice than last summer—use it to compare condition, location, and concessions.

  • Move fast on the right home: With 11-day median DOM, clean, well-priced listings are still moving quickly. Get underwriting ready and negotiate on specifics (repairs/credits) rather than chasing list price cuts that may not materialize on turn-key homes. 

  • Value sweet spots: The bottom and third quartiles show strong activity—aim for mid-sized, renovated homes or sharpen your search for entry-level properties that are priced to sell. 

What this means if you’re selling

  • Price strategically: July’s –3% MoM median dip doesn’t mean slash; it means align to current comps and let the market work. Correctly priced listings still achieve ~99% of list.

  • Win the first two weeks: With 11-day median DOM, your launch (photos, staging, minor pre-list repairs) is the difference between strong traffic and slow weeks. 

  • Leverage momentum: If showings and offers spike early, negotiate toward your target terms (rent-back, shorter contingency windows) rather than simply top-line price—buyers are still paying near list when the home shows best. 

The bottom line

Carlsbad single-family stayed seller-leaning in July—fast market times and near-list results—yet buyers gained ground on choice (new listings +18% YoY, inventory up to 2.6 months) and small price givebacks. Expect late-summer and early-fall to reward accurate pricing and move-in-ready listings, while buyers should stay nimble and negotiate on condition and credits rather than waiting for deep list cuts that the data doesn’t support.

Data from MLSListings; reported as of 8/13/2025. Figures reference single-family homes within Carlsbad (San Diego County)

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