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LA MESA, CA 91942

Real Estate Market Report  ·  San Diego County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
48
⇩ 7.7% vs 52 last year
Pending
19
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$647,450
⇩ 21% vs $819,475 last year
Average Price
$744,161
⇩ 2.5% vs $763,198 last year
Days on Market
28
⇩ 15.2% vs 33 days last year

Market Context

Population: 40,995  ·  Density: 2,743.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $80,996

Typical home value: $644,069  ·  Homeownership: 43.0%

Market Analysis

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

The LA MESA, CA real estate market (91942) currently shows 48 active listings, with 19 pending sales. Homes are averaging 28 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 28 days on market compared to 33 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 21% year-over-year, from $819,475 to $647,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 48 this year vs 52 last year
  • Days on market: 28 now vs 33 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $647,450 (-21% YoY)
  • Average: $744,161 (-2.5% 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 8.7 miles — 640 listings ($536,297,602 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
91942La Mesa, CA 919420.0 mi48$35,719,728$647,450$744,161
92119San Diego, CA 921192.3 mi34$25,838,640$769,000$759,960
91945Lemon Grove, CA 919453.1 mi49$32,407,277$625,000$661,373
92120San Diego, CA 921203.3 mi57$53,164,983$835,000$932,719
92105San Diego, CA 921054.9 mi53$31,561,447$544,950$595,499
92114San Diego, CA 921145.2 mi67$51,232,890$772,500$764,670
92116San Diego, CA 921166.0 mi49$66,280,046$1,175,000$1,352,654
92104San Diego, CA 921046.7 mi60$54,297,960$829,500$904,966
92123San Diego, CA 921236.9 mi38$33,389,764$924,950$878,678
92102San Diego, CA 921027.0 mi40$32,057,600$743,949$801,440
92113San Diego, CA 921138.0 mi21$16,392,306$699,000$780,586
91950National City, CA 919508.5 mi29$22,376,371$590,000$771,599
92019El Cajon, CA 920198.7 mi95$81,578,590$649,990$858,722

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LA MESA, CA 91942?

As of January 2026, there are 48 active listings in LA MESA, CA (zip code 91942), compared to 52 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LA MESA, CA 91942?

The median listing price in LA MESA, CA 91942 is $647,450 as of January 2026, a 21% decrease from $819,475 the prior year.

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

Homes in LA MESA, CA 91942 spend an average of 28 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 33 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LA MESA, CA 91942?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LA MESA, CA 91942 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 28 days on market compared to 33 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LA MESA, CA 91942 save an estimated $12,949 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $647,450. 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.