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CARLSBAD, CA 92009

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
97
⇧ 14.1% vs 85 last year
Pending
29
30% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,012,000
⇩ 16.9% vs $1,218,500 last year
Average Price
$1,590,700
⇩ 1.9% vs $1,620,883 last year
Days on Market
52
⇩ 17.5% vs 63 days last year

Market Context

Population: 46,334  ·  Density: 1,468.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $163,402

Typical home value: $1,160,980  ·  Homeownership: 70.7%

Market Analysis

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

The CARLSBAD, CA real estate market (92009) currently shows 97 active listings, with 29 pending sales. Homes are averaging 52 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 52 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 16.9% year-over-year, from $1,218,500 to $1,012,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 97 this year vs 85 last year
  • Days on market: 52 now vs 63 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,012,000 (-16.9% YoY)
  • Average: $1,590,700 (-1.9% 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 12.5 miles — 863 listings ($1,301,308,638 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
92009Carlsbad, CA 920090.0 mi97$154,297,900$1,012,000$1,590,700
92011Carlsbad, CA 920113.0 mi37$57,308,967$1,324,450$1,548,891
92081Vista, CA 920814.8 mi45$41,400,945$907,450$920,021
92091Rancho Santa Fe, CA 920915.1 mi16$78,920,608$3,118,250$4,932,538
92008Carlsbad, CA 920085.4 mi74$200,393,036$1,975,000$2,708,014
92029Escondido, CA 920296.8 mi37$54,348,079$1,299,000$1,468,867
92083Vista, CA 920837.1 mi29$32,109,177$969,000$1,107,213
92056Oceanside, CA 920567.8 mi105$92,985,375$870,000$885,575
92127San Diego, CA 921278.8 mi92$200,104,232$1,575,000$2,175,046
92054Oceanside, CA 920549.3 mi96$139,501,920$1,199,900$1,453,145
92026Escondido, CA 9202611.1 mi114$117,248,316$894,500$1,028,494
92129San Diego, CA 9212911.4 mi59$63,630,143$1,199,000$1,078,477
92025Escondido, CA 9202512.5 mi62$69,059,940$804,995$1,113,870

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CARLSBAD, CA 92009?

As of January 2026, there are 97 active listings in CARLSBAD, CA (zip code 92009), compared to 85 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CARLSBAD, CA 92009?

The median listing price in CARLSBAD, CA 92009 is $1,012,000 as of January 2026, a 16.9% decrease from $1,218,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in CARLSBAD, CA 92009 spend an average of 52 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 63 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CARLSBAD, CA 92009?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CARLSBAD, CA 92009 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 52 days on market compared to 63 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 92009 save an estimated $20,240 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,012,000. 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.