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ESCONDIDO, CA 92026

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

Market Analysis

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

The ESCONDIDO, CA real estate market (92026) currently shows 128 active listings, with 50 pending sales. Homes are averaging 37 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

The median listing price has fallen 4.8% year-over-year, from $907,475 to $863,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 53,053  ·  Density: 568.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $86,579

Typical home value: $631,576  ·  Homeownership: 61.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
128
⇩ 2.3% vs 131 last year
Pending
50
39% pending ratio
Median Price
$863,750
⇩ 4.8% vs $907,475 last year
Average Price
$976,809
⇩ 4.3% vs $1,021,222 last year
Days on Market
37
vs 37 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$464
⇩ 5.9% vs $493/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,901 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 128 this year vs 131 last year
  • Days on market: 37 now vs 37 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $863,750 (-4.8% YoY)
  • Average: $976,809 (-4.3% 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 14.1 miles — 1,001 listings ($1,284,214,873 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
92026Escondido, CA 920260.0 mi114$117,248,316$894,500$1,028,494
92084Vista, CA 920845.4 mi75$95,851,950$1,174,500$1,278,026
92003Bonsall, CA 920037.3 mi30$35,275,440$1,084,999$1,175,848
92083Vista, CA 920838.0 mi29$32,109,177$969,000$1,107,213
92029Escondido, CA 920298.7 mi37$54,348,079$1,299,000$1,468,867
92025Escondido, CA 920259.9 mi62$69,059,940$804,995$1,113,870
92057Oceanside, CA 9205710.6 mi149$112,018,200$705,000$751,800
92009Carlsbad, CA 9200911.1 mi97$154,297,900$1,012,000$1,590,700
92059Pala, CA 9205912.4 mi2$2,390,000$1,195,000$1,195,000
92011Carlsbad, CA 9201112.8 mi37$57,308,967$1,324,450$1,548,891
92127San Diego, CA 9212713.3 mi92$200,104,232$1,575,000$2,175,046
92028Fallbrook, CA 9202813.8 mi181$214,700,752$999,000$1,186,192
92054Oceanside, CA 9205414.1 mi96$139,501,920$1,199,900$1,453,145

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ESCONDIDO, CA 92026?

As of February 2026, there are 128 active listings in ESCONDIDO, CA (zip code 92026), compared to 131 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ESCONDIDO, CA 92026?

The median listing price in ESCONDIDO, CA 92026 is $863,750 as of February 2026, a 4.8% decrease from $907,475 the prior year.

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

Homes in ESCONDIDO, CA 92026 spend an average of 37 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 37 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ESCONDIDO, CA 92026?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, ESCONDIDO, CA 92026 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ESCONDIDO, CA 92026 save an estimated $17,275 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $863,750. 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.