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

Market Overview

Active Listings
49
⇩ 25.8% vs 66 last year
Pending
14
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,175,000
⇩ 4.5% vs $1,230,500 last year
Average Price
$1,352,654
vs $1,352,651 last year
Days on Market
27
⇩ 20.6% vs 34 days last year

Market Context

Population: 31,836  ·  Density: 3,636.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $93,661

Typical home value: $817,982  ·  Homeownership: 33.7%

Market Analysis

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

The SAN DIEGO, CA real estate market (92116) currently shows 49 active listings, with 14 pending sales. Homes are averaging 27 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 17 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 27 days on market compared to 34 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.5% year-over-year, from $1,230,500 to $1,175,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 49 this year vs 66 last year
  • Days on market: 27 now vs 34 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,175,000 (-4.5% YoY)
  • Average: $1,352,654 (+0% 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 7.5 miles — 742 listings ($1,090,336,423 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
92116San Diego, CA 921160.0 mi49$66,280,046$1,175,000$1,352,654
92104San Diego, CA 921041.6 mi60$54,297,960$829,500$904,966
92103San Diego, CA 921032.8 mi88$138,513,056$1,030,000$1,574,012
92123San Diego, CA 921233.2 mi38$33,389,764$924,950$878,678
92120San Diego, CA 921203.6 mi57$53,164,983$835,000$932,719
92110San Diego, CA 921104.5 mi79$79,822,153$730,000$1,010,407
92124San Diego, CA 921244.9 mi28$26,965,708$875,000$963,061
92114San Diego, CA 921145.6 mi67$51,232,890$772,500$764,670
91942La Mesa, CA 919426.0 mi48$35,719,728$647,450$744,161
92117San Diego, CA 921176.1 mi62$68,242,966$1,100,000$1,100,693
92118Coronado, CA 921186.8 mi74$300,125,130$3,149,995$4,055,745
92107San Diego, CA 921077.2 mi49$84,603,400$1,485,000$1,726,600
92106San Diego, CA 921067.5 mi43$97,978,639$1,737,500$2,278,573

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SAN DIEGO, CA 92116?

As of January 2026, there are 49 active listings in SAN DIEGO, CA (zip code 92116), compared to 66 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SAN DIEGO, CA 92116?

The median listing price in SAN DIEGO, CA 92116 is $1,175,000 as of January 2026, a 4.5% decrease from $1,230,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in SAN DIEGO, CA 92116 spend an average of 27 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 34 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SAN DIEGO, CA 92116?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SAN DIEGO, CA 92116 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 17 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 27 days on market compared to 34 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SAN DIEGO, CA 92116 save an estimated $23,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,175,000. 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.