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EL CAJON, CA 92021

Real Estate Market Report  ·  San Diego County
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 92021

Blossom Valley · Bostonia · Crest · Granite Hills · Harbison Canyon · Lakeside · Oakdale Village Condos · Winter Gardens

Market Analysis

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

The EL CAJON, CA real estate market (92021) currently shows 80 active listings, with 26 pending sales. Homes are averaging 42 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 13 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 42 days on market compared to 39 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.7% year-over-year, from $787,000 to $742,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 69,638  ·  Density: 958.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $68,093

Typical home value: $485,147  ·  Homeownership: 51.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
80
⇧ 19.4% vs 67 last year
Pending
26
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$742,500
⇩ 5.7% vs $787,000 last year
Average Price
$816,258
⇧ 5.9% vs $770,978 last year
Days on Market
42
⇧ 7.7% vs 39 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$497
⇧ 1% vs $492/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,323 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 80 this year vs 67 last year
  • Days on market: 42 now vs 39 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $742,500 (-5.7% YoY)
  • Average: $816,258 (+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
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 15.0 miles — 771 listings ($765,695,089 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
92021El Cajon, CA 920210.0 mi83$64,596,991$710,000$778,277
92040Lakeside, CA 920405.0 mi57$39,021,573$685,000$684,589
92071Santee, CA 920717.1 mi93$68,554,392$705,000$737,144
91901Alpine, CA 919019.1 mi53$62,609,748$998,000$1,181,316
91978Spring Valley, CA 919789.3 mi13$9,039,329$530,000$695,333
91977Spring Valley, CA 9197710.4 mi96$72,468,768$750,000$754,883
92131San Diego, CA 9213111.4 mi50$72,392,050$1,272,499$1,447,841
92120San Diego, CA 9212011.9 mi57$53,164,983$835,000$932,719
92115San Diego, CA 9211512.5 mi86$66,114,736$539,500$768,776
92064Poway, CA 9206413.0 mi74$173,507,060$1,799,000$2,344,690
92114San Diego, CA 9211413.7 mi67$51,232,890$772,500$764,670
92139San Diego, CA 9213914.8 mi33$21,121,749$617,000$640,053
91916Descanso, CA 9191615.0 mi9$11,870,820$837,500$1,318,980

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in EL CAJON, CA 92021?

As of February 2026, there are 80 active listings in EL CAJON, CA (zip code 92021), compared to 67 the prior year.

What is the median home price in EL CAJON, CA 92021?

The median listing price in EL CAJON, CA 92021 is $742,500 as of February 2026, a 5.7% decrease from $787,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in EL CAJON, CA 92021 spend an average of 42 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 39 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in EL CAJON, CA 92021?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, EL CAJON, CA 92021 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 13 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 42 days on market compared to 39 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in EL CAJON, CA 92021 save an estimated $14,850 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $742,500. 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.