🏡 North County San Diego Real Estate Market Update – May 2025
Thinking about buying or selling in North County San Diego? Here’s your exclusive look at what’s happening in the local housing market, with data from May 2025.
San Diego County Housing Market Report Articles
📊 Detached Homes – North County San Diego
| Metric | May 2024 | May 2025 | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Listings | 1,094 | 1,016 | -7.1% |
| Pending Sales | 708 | 639 | -9.7% |
| Closed Sales | 711 | 650 | -8.6% |
| Median Sales Price | $1,195,599 | $1,250,000 | +4.6% |
| Average Sales Price | $1,571,259 | $1,593,515 | +1.4% |
| Days on Market (DOM) | 23 | 25 | +8.7% |
| % of Original List Price Received | 99.9% | 98.0% | -1.9% |
| Inventory of Homes for Sale | 1,667 | 1,920 | +15.2% |
| Months Supply of Inventory | 3.0 | 3.3 | +10% |
What this means for detached home sellers:
Slight declines in closed and pending sales show buyers may be more selective, but values are still holding strong. Homes are taking just a bit longer to sell, and pricing right from the start is critical in today’s market.
🏢 Attached Homes – North County San Diego
| Metric | May 2024 | May 2025 | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Listings | 413 | 426 | +3.1% |
| Pending Sales | 296 | 260 | -12.2% |
| Closed Sales | 289 | 260 | -10.0% |
| Median Sales Price | $825,000 | $750,000 | -9.1% |
| Average Sales Price | $948,305 | $891,082 | -6.0% |
| Days on Market (DOM) | 21 | 30 | +42.9% |
| % of Original List Price Received | 100.6% | 98.0% | -2.9% |
| Inventory of Homes for Sale | 595 | 811 | +36.3% |
| Months Supply of Inventory | 2.4 | 3.3 | +37.5% |
What this means for attached home buyers and sellers:
Inventory is increasing and prices have come down slightly, presenting opportunities for well-prepared buyers. However, homes that are beautifully presented and correctly priced still attract attention quickly.
🧭 Key Takeaways for Buyers & Sellers
- Buyers: You have more choices now with rising inventory, especially in attached homes. It’s a great time to negotiate value, but act fast on well-priced listings.
- Sellers: Buyers are more cautious—preparation, pricing, and promotion are key. Homes that are turnkey and move-in ready are still commanding strong interest.
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