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EL CENTRO, CA 92243

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
73
⇧ 28.1% vs 57 last year
Pending
39
53% pending ratio
Median Price
$448,999
⇧ 7.7% vs $416,950 last year
Average Price
$497,551
⇧ 5.9% vs $469,812 last year
Days on Market
75
⇧ 29.3% vs 58 days last year

Market Context

Population: 49,193  ·  Density: 167.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $54,250

Typical home value: $234,403  ·  Homeownership: 52.6%

Market Analysis

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

The EL CENTRO, CA real estate market (92243) currently shows 73 active listings, with 39 pending sales. Homes are averaging 75 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 75 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.7% year-over-year, from $416,950 to $448,999.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 73 this year vs 57 last year
  • Days on market: 75 now vs 58 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $448,999 (+7.7% YoY)
  • Average: $497,551 (+5.9% 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 58.0 miles — 412 listings ($258,267,047 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
92243El Centro, CA 922430.0 mi73$36,321,223$448,999$497,551
92231Calexico, CA 922316.3 mi26$10,736,284$403,000$412,934
92251Imperial, CA 922519.6 mi46$21,491,062$471,750$467,197
92250Holtville, CA 9225021.3 mi14$6,234,312$345,000$445,308
92233Calipatria, CA 9223326.4 mi6$2,088,000$365,000$348,000
92257Niland, CA 9225739.4 mi3$535,350$178,450$178,450
92004Borrego Springs, CA 9200443.0 mi56$30,770,040$375,000$549,465
92036Julian, CA 9203647.9 mi52$54,821,052$797,000$1,054,251
85336San Luis, AZ 8533650.9 mi42$12,989,214$294,900$309,267
91962Pine Valley, CA 9196251.1 mi14$13,241,298$587,500$945,807
85350Somerton, AZ 8535053.9 mi19$7,489,249$360,000$394,171
92274Thermal, CA 9227456.5 mi59$60,767,463$325,000$1,029,957
92254Mecca, CA 9225458.0 mi2$782,500$391,250$391,250

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in EL CENTRO, CA 92243?

As of January 2026, there are 73 active listings in EL CENTRO, CA (zip code 92243), compared to 57 the prior year.

What is the median home price in EL CENTRO, CA 92243?

The median listing price in EL CENTRO, CA 92243 is $448,999 as of January 2026, a 7.7% increase from $416,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in EL CENTRO, CA 92243 spend an average of 75 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 58 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in EL CENTRO, CA 92243?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, EL CENTRO, CA 92243 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 75 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in EL CENTRO, CA 92243 save an estimated $8,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $448,999. 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.