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VALLEY CENTER, CA 92082

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
73
⇩ 14.1% vs 85 last year
Pending
22
30% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,069,950
⇩ 12% vs $1,216,000 last year
Average Price
$1,257,234
⇩ 7.7% vs $1,361,758 last year
Days on Market
55
⇩ 27.6% vs 76 days last year

Market Context

Population: 20,678  ·  Density: 63.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $111,716

Typical home value: $696,995  ·  Homeownership: 87.0%

Market Analysis

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

The VALLEY CENTER, CA real estate market (92082) currently shows 73 active listings, with 22 pending sales. Homes are averaging 55 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 55 days on market compared to 76 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12% year-over-year, from $1,216,000 to $1,069,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 73 this year vs 85 last year
  • Days on market: 55 now vs 76 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,069,950 (-12% YoY)
  • Average: $1,257,234 (-7.7% 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 18.8 miles — 784 listings ($913,932,028 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
92082Valley Center, CA 920820.0 mi73$91,778,082$1,069,950$1,257,234
92026Escondido, CA 920266.9 mi114$117,248,316$894,500$1,028,494
92059Pala, CA 920599.5 mi2$2,390,000$1,195,000$1,195,000
92060Palomar Mountain, CA 9206010.5 mi10$6,714,220$529,000$671,422
92025Escondido, CA 9202511.6 mi62$69,059,940$804,995$1,113,870
92029Escondido, CA 9202913.6 mi37$54,348,079$1,299,000$1,468,867
92083Vista, CA 9208314.7 mi29$32,109,177$969,000$1,107,213
92070Santa Ysabel, CA 9207015.8 mi3$16,025,001$2,250,000$5,341,667
92057Oceanside, CA 9205716.4 mi149$112,018,200$705,000$751,800
92056Oceanside, CA 9205616.9 mi105$92,985,375$870,000$885,575
92010Carlsbad, CA 9201017.6 mi21$31,374,735$1,474,888$1,494,035
92592Temecula, CA 9259218.0 mi163$208,960,295$899,000$1,281,965
92091Rancho Santa Fe, CA 9209118.8 mi16$78,920,608$3,118,250$4,932,538

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in VALLEY CENTER, CA 92082?

As of January 2026, there are 73 active listings in VALLEY CENTER, CA (zip code 92082), compared to 85 the prior year.

What is the median home price in VALLEY CENTER, CA 92082?

The median listing price in VALLEY CENTER, CA 92082 is $1,069,950 as of January 2026, a 12% decrease from $1,216,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in VALLEY CENTER, CA 92082 spend an average of 55 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 76 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in VALLEY CENTER, CA 92082?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, VALLEY CENTER, CA 92082 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 55 days on market compared to 76 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in VALLEY CENTER, CA 92082 save an estimated $21,399 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,069,950. 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.