San Diego Housing Market Report (July 2026): Key Trends & Supply Overview
The San Diego residential real estate market showed significant resilience and shifts through July 2026. Despite national headwinds caused by elevated mortgage rates and record-high home prices, local market activity in San Diego County experienced sustained demand across key property segments. While it hasn't been the accelerated pace we saw in March and April, it's still hopping out there!
Below is an in-depth overview of the San Diego housing market data compiled by the Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS®.
Quick Takeaways: San Diego Real Estate Market Summary
Overall Median Sales Price: $905,000 (up 0.7% year-over-year).
Single-Family Home Median Price: $1,075,000 (up 2.4% year-over-year).
Condo / Townhome Median Price: $665,000 (down 0.7% year-over-year).
Total Inventory: 5,981 homes (down 14.1% overall).
Supply Levels: 2.5 months for Single-Family Homes; 4.1 months for Condos/Townhomes.
Fastest-Selling Price Range: $750,001 to $1,000,000 (average 36 days on market).
Strongest Sales Growth (Price): $250,001 to $500,000 range (pending sales up 13.0%).
Strongest Sales Growth (Size): 2,001 to 3,000 Sq Ft (pending sales up 10.9%).
Key Market Indicators: Year-Over-Year Comparison
| Indicator | July 2025 | July 2026 | YoY Change (%) |
| Pending Sales (All Properties) | 22,561 | 23,419 | +3.8% |
| Closed Sales (All Properties) | 22,573 | 23,303 | +3.2% |
| Median Sales Price (Overall) | $899,000 | $905,000 | +0.7% |
| Single-Family Median Price | $1,050,000 | $1,075,000 | +2.4% |
| Condo/Townhome Median Price | $670,000 | $665,000 | -0.7% |
| Percent of Original List Price Received | 98.0% | 97.7% | -0.3% |
| Days on Market Until Sale | 36 days | 40 days | +11.1% |
| Inventory of Homes for Sale | 6,966 | 5,981 | -14.1% |
| Months Supply of Inventory | 3.7 months | 3.1 months | -16.2% |
What Property Types and Sizes Are Performing Best?
1. Condos and Townhomes
Condos and townhomes represent the property type with the strongest pending sales growth.
Pending sales for condos/townhomes grew by 5.9% (reaching 8,463 units) compared to a 2.6% increase for single-family homes.
Total condo inventory rose slightly by 1.1% to 2,884 available units, bringing supply to 4.1 months.
2. Homes Sized 2,001 to 3,000 Square Feet
Properties sized between 2,001 and 3,000 sq ft saw the strongest boost in buyer demand, with pending sales rising 10.9% overall and closed sales up 10.1%.
Within the condo/townhome segment specifically, pending sales for this size range surged 30.9% year-over-year.
3. Entry-Level Price Ranges ($250,001 – $500,000)
Homes priced between $250,001 and $500,000 recorded the strongest gain in sales activity, with pending sales increasing 13.0% and closed sales rising 12.8%.
Market Dynamics: Pricing, Days on Market, and Inventory
How fast are homes selling in San Diego?
On average, properties spend 40 days on market before going under contract, up from 36 days in July 2025. I am definitely feeling a change of pace right now, and I have noticed this every summer around this time since I started selling real estate back in 2006. We always seems to get a later summer lull before we pick back up for our fall market.
Fastest segment: Homes priced between $750,001 and $1,000,000 sold in an average of 36 days.
Slowest segment: Luxury homes priced at $5,000,001 and above averaged 79 days on the market.
How much inventory is available?
Overall inventory dropped 14.1% to 5,981 homes.
Single-family home inventory experienced a sharp decline of 24.7% (down to 3,097 homes), creating tighter competition for buyers looking for detached homes. Seriously, it feels like there is nothing for sale!
Condos and townhomes saw a minor inventory increase of 1.1% (2,884 homes). Plenty to choose from in the condo market, though - and room for negotiations based on our most recent condo closings.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the median home price in San Diego County as of July 2026?
The overall median sales price for all residential property types in San Diego County is $905,000. For single-family detached homes, the median price is $1,075,000, while condos/townhomes have a median price of $665,000.
Is San Diego currently a buyer's or seller's market?
With a 3.1-month overall supply of inventory, the San Diego market continues to lean toward a seller's market, particularly in single-family homes (which have only 2.5 months of supply). However, condos and townhomes offer more balance for buyers with 4.1 months of supply.
How close to list price are homes selling in San Diego?
Sellers received an average of 97.7% of their original list price in July 2026, slightly down from 98.0% in July 2025. My listings so far this year have a 100% sold to list price ratio, so definitely reach out if you are looking to pocket more net proceeds from your sale!
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