🏡 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.
📊 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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