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San Elijo Hills

SAN MARCOS, CA 92078

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
79
⇧ 8.2% vs 73 last year
Pending
22
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$898,500
⇩ 6.3% vs $958,500 last year
Average Price
$1,078,539
⇩ 9.5% vs $1,191,489 last year
Days on Market
54
⇧ 8% vs 50 days last year

Market Context

Population: 53,019  ·  Density: 1,225.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $107,894

Typical home value: $787,105  ·  Homeownership: 70.2%

Market Analysis

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

The SAN MARCOS, CA real estate market (92078) currently shows 79 active listings, with 22 pending sales. Homes are averaging 54 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 54 days on market compared to 50 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6.3% year-over-year, from $958,500 to $898,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 79 this year vs 73 last year
  • Days on market: 54 now vs 50 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $898,500 (-6.3% YoY)
  • Average: $1,078,539 (-9.5% 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 11.7 miles — 883 listings ($2,127,513,601 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
92078San Marcos, CA 920780.0 mi79$85,204,581$898,500$1,078,539
92029Escondido, CA 920294.0 mi37$54,348,079$1,299,000$1,468,867
92081Vista, CA 920814.5 mi45$41,400,945$907,450$920,021
92024Encinitas, CA 920245.9 mi104$344,075,784$2,649,500$3,308,421
92011Carlsbad, CA 920116.4 mi37$57,308,967$1,324,450$1,548,891
92067Rancho Santa Fe, CA 920676.7 mi71$769,451,637$5,995,000$10,837,347
92026Escondido, CA 920267.7 mi114$117,248,316$894,500$1,028,494
92008Carlsbad, CA 920087.8 mi74$200,393,036$1,975,000$2,708,014
92007Cardiff By The Sea, CA 920078.4 mi19$49,274,904$2,787,500$2,593,416
92075Solana Beach, CA 920759.4 mi28$122,011,792$3,095,000$4,357,564
92057Oceanside, CA 9205711.0 mi149$112,018,200$705,000$751,800
92054Oceanside, CA 9205411.1 mi96$139,501,920$1,199,900$1,453,145
92003Bonsall, CA 9200311.7 mi30$35,275,440$1,084,999$1,175,848

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SAN MARCOS, CA 92078?

As of January 2026, there are 79 active listings in SAN MARCOS, CA (zip code 92078), compared to 73 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SAN MARCOS, CA 92078?

The median listing price in SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 is $898,500 as of January 2026, a 6.3% decrease from $958,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 spend an average of 54 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 50 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SAN MARCOS, CA 92078?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 54 days on market compared to 50 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 save an estimated $17,970 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $898,500. 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.