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VISTA, CA 92081

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
45
⇧ 7.1% vs 42 last year
Pending
17
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$907,450
⇩ 8.7% vs $994,000 last year
Average Price
$920,021
⇩ 12.7% vs $1,053,382 last year
Days on Market
35
⇩ 14.6% vs 41 days last year

Market Context

Population: 29,475  ·  Density: 1,273.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $99,153

Typical home value: $676,765  ·  Homeownership: 53.5%

Market Analysis

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

The VISTA, CA real estate market (92081) currently shows 45 active listings, with 17 pending sales. Homes are averaging 35 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 35 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.7% year-over-year, from $994,000 to $907,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 45 this year vs 42 last year
  • Days on market: 35 now vs 41 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $907,450 (-8.7% YoY)
  • Average: $920,021 (-12.7% 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 15.0 miles — 769 listings ($1,200,439,696 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
92081Vista, CA 920810.0 mi45$41,400,945$907,450$920,021
92010Carlsbad, CA 920102.6 mi21$31,374,735$1,474,888$1,494,035
92078San Marcos, CA 920784.5 mi79$85,204,581$898,500$1,078,539
92084Vista, CA 920844.7 mi75$95,851,950$1,174,500$1,278,026
92069San Marcos, CA 920694.9 mi59$58,297,723$837,000$988,097
92057Oceanside, CA 920576.7 mi149$112,018,200$705,000$751,800
92024Encinitas, CA 920247.5 mi104$344,075,784$2,649,500$3,308,421
92029Escondido, CA 920298.5 mi37$54,348,079$1,299,000$1,468,867
92091Rancho Santa Fe, CA 920919.3 mi16$78,920,608$3,118,250$4,932,538
92058Oceanside, CA 9205810.1 mi21$16,097,277$691,500$766,537
92075Solana Beach, CA 9207511.6 mi28$122,011,792$3,095,000$4,357,564
92025Escondido, CA 9202513.4 mi62$69,059,940$804,995$1,113,870
92082Valley Center, CA 9208215.0 mi73$91,778,082$1,069,950$1,257,234

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in VISTA, CA 92081?

As of January 2026, there are 45 active listings in VISTA, CA (zip code 92081), compared to 42 the prior year.

What is the median home price in VISTA, CA 92081?

The median listing price in VISTA, CA 92081 is $907,450 as of January 2026, a 8.7% decrease from $994,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in VISTA, CA 92081 spend an average of 35 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 41 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in VISTA, CA 92081?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, VISTA, CA 92081 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 35 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in VISTA, CA 92081 save an estimated $18,149 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $907,450. 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.