North County Market Update - March 2026

March 2026 San Diego Housing Market Performance

The March numbers show a North County market that is still moving, but not evenly across every price point or property type. Detached single-family home prices remained steady, closed sales increased, and pending sales were slightly higher than last March. At the same time, new listings were down for the month and homes took longer to sell, which tells us buyers are still active, but they are taking more time to make decisions.

What This Means for Sellers

For sellers, March is another reminder that pricing and presentation matter.

In North County San Diego, the median sales price for detached single-family homes was $1,167,000, up 0.4% from last March. Closed sales were also up 12.8%, which is a positive sign that buyers are still moving forward when they find the right home.

However, days on market increased from 27 days to 33 days, and new listings were down 5.6% compared to last March. That combination points to a market where buyers may have fewer new options coming on, but they are still being careful about what they choose.

The broader rolling 12-month numbers show a similar theme. The detached median sales price was $1,175,000, up 0.4%, while days on market increased to 35 days. So while pricing remains relatively stable, homes are taking longer to sell than they did during the same period last year.

Three Key Stats

North County San Diego median sales price:
$1,167,000
Up 0.4%

North County San Diego new listings:
1,024
Down 5.6%

North County San Diego days on market:
33 days
Up 6 days

Closing Thoughts

The March market is steady, but more measured. Buyers are still active, and well-positioned homes can still sell successfully, but the market is not moving with the same urgency across the board.

For sellers, the goal is to make sure your home is priced correctly, prepared thoughtfully, and marketed in a way that helps buyers quickly understand its value. In a market where homes are taking longer to sell, the first impression matters even more.

If you are thinking about selling in North County San Diego this year, I would be happy to walk through your home, review the current numbers, and help you understand how your home is likely to be received by today’s buyers.