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CARLSBAD, CA 92009

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 92009

Blackrail · Bressi Ranch · Bressi Ranch Commercial · Cassia Professional Offices · Dejong · La Costa · The Tower at Bressi Ranch · Villages of La Costa

Market Analysis

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

The CARLSBAD, CA real estate market (92009) currently shows 119 active listings, with 44 pending sales. Homes are averaging 31 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 31 days on market compared to 33 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 10.2% year-over-year, from $1,229,250 to $1,104,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 46,334  ·  Density: 1,468.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $163,402

Typical home value: $1,160,980  ·  Homeownership: 70.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
119
⇧ 6.3% vs 112 last year
Pending
44
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,104,000
⇩ 10.2% vs $1,229,250 last year
Average Price
$1,511,867
⇩ 16.9% vs $1,818,871 last year
Days on Market
31
⇩ 6.1% vs 33 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$639
⇩ 1.5% vs $649/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,783 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 119 this year vs 112 last year
  • Days on market: 31 now vs 33 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,104,000 (-10.2% YoY)
  • Average: $1,511,867 (-16.9% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 12.5 miles — 863 listings ($1,301,308,638 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
92009Carlsbad, CA 920090.0 mi97$154,297,900$1,012,000$1,590,700
92011Carlsbad, CA 920113.0 mi37$57,308,967$1,324,450$1,548,891
92081Vista, CA 920814.8 mi45$41,400,945$907,450$920,021
92091Rancho Santa Fe, CA 920915.1 mi16$78,920,608$3,118,250$4,932,538
92008Carlsbad, CA 920085.4 mi74$200,393,036$1,975,000$2,708,014
92029Escondido, CA 920296.8 mi37$54,348,079$1,299,000$1,468,867
92083Vista, CA 920837.1 mi29$32,109,177$969,000$1,107,213
92056Oceanside, CA 920567.8 mi105$92,985,375$870,000$885,575
92127San Diego, CA 921278.8 mi92$200,104,232$1,575,000$2,175,046
92054Oceanside, CA 920549.3 mi96$139,501,920$1,199,900$1,453,145
92026Escondido, CA 9202611.1 mi114$117,248,316$894,500$1,028,494
92129San Diego, CA 9212911.4 mi59$63,630,143$1,199,000$1,078,477
92025Escondido, CA 9202512.5 mi62$69,059,940$804,995$1,113,870

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CARLSBAD, CA 92009?

As of February 2026, there are 119 active listings in CARLSBAD, CA (zip code 92009), compared to 112 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CARLSBAD, CA 92009?

The median listing price in CARLSBAD, CA 92009 is $1,104,000 as of February 2026, a 10.2% decrease from $1,229,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in CARLSBAD, CA 92009 spend an average of 31 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 33 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CARLSBAD, CA 92009?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CARLSBAD, CA 92009 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 31 days on market compared to 33 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CARLSBAD, CA 92009 save an estimated $22,080 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,104,000. 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.