Active Listings
120
⇧ 41.2% vs 85 last year
Lake San Marcos · Mira Lago · Palomar East Mobile Home Park · Palomar West Mobile Home Park · Rancho Coronado · San Elijo Hills
Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The SAN MARCOS, CA real estate market (92078) currently shows 120 active listings, with 48 pending sales. Homes are averaging 28 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 35 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 28 days on market compared to 35 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 6.7% year-over-year, from $977,000 to $911,950.
Whether you are buying or selling in SAN MARCOS, CA, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
Population: 53,019 · Density: 1,225.8/mi² · Median household income: $107,894
Typical home value: $787,105 · Homeownership: 70.2%
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92078 | San Marcos, CA 92078 | 0.0 mi | 79 | $85,204,581 | $898,500 | $1,078,539 |
| 92029 | Escondido, CA 92029 | 4.0 mi | 37 | $54,348,079 | $1,299,000 | $1,468,867 |
| 92081 | Vista, CA 92081 | 4.5 mi | 45 | $41,400,945 | $907,450 | $920,021 |
| 92024 | Encinitas, CA 92024 | 5.9 mi | 104 | $344,075,784 | $2,649,500 | $3,308,421 |
| 92011 | Carlsbad, CA 92011 | 6.4 mi | 37 | $57,308,967 | $1,324,450 | $1,548,891 |
| 92067 | Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 | 6.7 mi | 71 | $769,451,637 | $5,995,000 | $10,837,347 |
| 92026 | Escondido, CA 92026 | 7.7 mi | 114 | $117,248,316 | $894,500 | $1,028,494 |
| 92008 | Carlsbad, CA 92008 | 7.8 mi | 74 | $200,393,036 | $1,975,000 | $2,708,014 |
| 92007 | Cardiff By The Sea, CA 92007 | 8.4 mi | 19 | $49,274,904 | $2,787,500 | $2,593,416 |
| 92075 | Solana Beach, CA 92075 | 9.4 mi | 28 | $122,011,792 | $3,095,000 | $4,357,564 |
| 92057 | Oceanside, CA 92057 | 11.0 mi | 149 | $112,018,200 | $705,000 | $751,800 |
| 92054 | Oceanside, CA 92054 | 11.1 mi | 96 | $139,501,920 | $1,199,900 | $1,453,145 |
| 92003 | Bonsall, CA 92003 | 11.7 mi | 30 | $35,275,440 | $1,084,999 | $1,175,848 |
As of February 2026, there are 120 active listings in SAN MARCOS, CA (zip code 92078), compared to 85 the prior year.
The median listing price in SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 is $911,950 as of February 2026, a 6.7% decrease from $977,000 the prior year.
Homes in SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 spend an average of 28 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 35 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 35 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 28 days on market compared to 35 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SAN MARCOS, CA 92078 save an estimated $18,239 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $911,950. 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.