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DESCANSO, CA 91916

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

Market Analysis

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

The DESCANSO, CA real estate market (91916) currently shows 11 active listings, with 6 pending sales. Homes are averaging 62 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 62 days on market compared to 30 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 16.7% year-over-year, from $685,000 to $799,700.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
11
⇩ 21.4% vs 14 last year
Pending
6
55% pending ratio
Median Price
$799,700
⇧ 16.7% vs $685,000 last year
Average Price
$1,180,658
⇧ 74.1% vs $677,982 last year
Days on Market
62
⇧ 106.7% vs 30 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$400
⇩ 4.3% vs $418/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,982 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 11 this year vs 14 last year
  • Days on market: 62 now vs 30 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $799,700 (+16.7% YoY)
  • Average: $1,180,658 (+74.1% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 24.7 miles — 536 listings ($629,291,950 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
91916Descanso, CA 919160.0 mi8$11,628,000$922,250$1,453,500
91901Alpine, CA 919018.4 mi51$64,878,987$1,150,000$1,272,137
91962Pine Valley, CA 9196212.0 mi13$15,250,274$674,950$1,173,098
92021El Cajon, CA 9202115.0 mi80$65,300,640$742,500$816,258
92036Julian, CA 9203616.3 mi48$49,202,352$762,000$1,025,049
91935Jamul, CA 9193517.0 mi22$26,739,922$1,149,500$1,215,451
91906Campo, CA 9190619.5 mi21$12,185,313$539,700$580,253
91917Dulzura, CA 9191720.3 mi2$1,858,000$929,000$929,000
92071Santee, CA 9207121.5 mi110$85,289,930$761,200$775,363
91980Tecate, CA 9198022.4 mi1$2,500,000$2,500,000$2,500,000
92064Poway, CA 9206422.9 mi84$177,193,212$1,550,000$2,109,443
92119San Diego, CA 9211924.3 mi36$27,401,580$821,750$761,155
92131San Diego, CA 9213124.7 mi60$89,863,740$1,299,999$1,497,729

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 11 active listings in DESCANSO, CA (zip code 91916), compared to 14 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in DESCANSO, CA 91916 is $799,700 as of March 2026, a 16.7% increase from $685,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in DESCANSO, CA 91916 spend an average of 62 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 30 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 March 2026, DESCANSO, CA 91916 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 62 days on market compared to 30 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 $15,994 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $799,700. 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.