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DESCANSO, CA 91916

Real Estate Market Report  ·  San Diego County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
9
⇧ 12.5% vs 8 last year
Pending
4
44% pending ratio
Median Price
$837,500
⇩ 13.1% vs $964,250 last year
Average Price
$1,318,980
⇧ 46.5% vs $900,178 last year
Days on Market
46
⇩ 25.8% vs 62 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,833  ·  Density: 11.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $115,324

Typical home value: $580,032  ·  Homeownership: 75.6%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The DESCANSO, CA real estate market (91916) currently shows 9 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 46 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 46 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 13.1% year-over-year, from $964,250 to $837,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 9 this year vs 8 last year
  • Days on market: 46 now vs 62 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $837,500 (-13.1% YoY)
  • Average: $1,318,980 (+46.5% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 24.7 miles — 504 listings ($588,579,303 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
91916Descanso, CA 919160.0 mi9$11,870,820$837,500$1,318,980
91901Alpine, CA 919018.4 mi53$62,609,748$998,000$1,181,316
91962Pine Valley, CA 9196212.0 mi14$13,241,298$587,500$945,807
92021El Cajon, CA 9202115.0 mi83$64,596,991$710,000$778,277
92036Julian, CA 9203616.3 mi52$54,821,052$797,000$1,054,251
91935Jamul, CA 9193517.0 mi21$26,785,500$1,150,000$1,275,500
91906Campo, CA 9190619.5 mi18$10,542,852$536,950$585,714
91917Dulzura, CA 9191720.3 mi2$1,318,900$659,450$659,450
92071Santee, CA 9207121.5 mi93$68,554,392$705,000$737,144
91980Tecate, CA 9198022.4 mi1$2,500,000$2,500,000$2,500,000
92064Poway, CA 9206422.9 mi74$173,507,060$1,799,000$2,344,690
92119San Diego, CA 9211924.3 mi34$25,838,640$769,000$759,960
92131San Diego, CA 9213124.7 mi50$72,392,050$1,272,499$1,447,841

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DESCANSO, CA 91916?

As of January 2026, there are 9 active listings in DESCANSO, CA (zip code 91916), compared to 8 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DESCANSO, CA 91916?

The median listing price in DESCANSO, CA 91916 is $837,500 as of January 2026, a 13.1% decrease from $964,250 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in DESCANSO, CA?

Homes in DESCANSO, CA 91916 spend an average of 46 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 62 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DESCANSO, CA 91916?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, DESCANSO, CA 91916 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 46 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in DESCANSO, CA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DESCANSO, CA 91916 save an estimated $16,750 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $837,500. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.