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CARLSBAD, CA 92008

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
74
⇩ 3.9% vs 77 last year
Pending
23
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,975,000
⇩ 1.1% vs $1,997,000 last year
Average Price
$2,708,014
⇧ 10.4% vs $2,453,126 last year
Days on Market
83
⇧ 16.9% vs 71 days last year

Market Context

Population: 27,373  ·  Density: 1,016.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $101,897

Typical home value: $1,046,890  ·  Homeownership: 48.7%

Market Analysis

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

The CARLSBAD, CA real estate market (92008) currently shows 74 active listings, with 23 pending sales. Homes are averaging 83 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 83 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.1% year-over-year, from $1,997,000 to $1,975,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 74 this year vs 77 last year
  • Days on market: 83 now vs 71 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,975,000 (-1.1% YoY)
  • Average: $2,708,014 (+10.4% 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 16.8 miles — 798 listings ($1,434,791,663 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
92008Carlsbad, CA 920080.0 mi74$200,393,036$1,975,000$2,708,014
92011Carlsbad, CA 920113.0 mi37$57,308,967$1,324,450$1,548,891
92056Oceanside, CA 920564.2 mi105$92,985,375$870,000$885,575
92083Vista, CA 920835.4 mi29$32,109,177$969,000$1,107,213
92024Encinitas, CA 920247.0 mi104$344,075,784$2,649,500$3,308,421
92078San Marcos, CA 920787.8 mi79$85,204,581$898,500$1,078,539
92007Cardiff By The Sea, CA 920078.9 mi19$49,274,904$2,787,500$2,593,416
92058Oceanside, CA 920589.7 mi21$16,097,277$691,500$766,537
92075Solana Beach, CA 9207510.8 mi28$122,011,792$3,095,000$4,357,564
92029Escondido, CA 9202911.7 mi37$54,348,079$1,299,000$1,468,867
92026Escondido, CA 9202612.7 mi114$117,248,316$894,500$1,028,494
92127San Diego, CA 9212714.2 mi92$200,104,232$1,575,000$2,175,046
92129San Diego, CA 9212916.8 mi59$63,630,143$1,199,000$1,078,477

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CARLSBAD, CA 92008?

As of January 2026, there are 74 active listings in CARLSBAD, CA (zip code 92008), compared to 77 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CARLSBAD, CA 92008?

The median listing price in CARLSBAD, CA 92008 is $1,975,000 as of January 2026, a 1.1% decrease from $1,997,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in CARLSBAD, CA 92008 spend an average of 83 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 71 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CARLSBAD, CA 92008?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CARLSBAD, CA 92008 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 83 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CARLSBAD, CA 92008 save an estimated $39,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,975,000. 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.