Escondido Housing Market Report – July 2026
Here's a look at how the Escondido, CA real estate market performed in July 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 165
- Median Sale Price: $825,000
- Average Sale Price: $1,019,794
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $516
- Average Days on Market: 78
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 99.0%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to June, the median sale price in Escondido moved 3.5% down (from $855,000 to $825,000). The number of homes sold was 3.5% down compared to the prior month (171 vs. 165). Average days on market shifted 1.3% up (77 days to 78 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to July 2025, the median sale price is 6.2% down (from $880,000 to $825,000). Sales volume is 12.2% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Escondido's housing market is showing mixed signals as we move through summer 2026. While year-over-year sales volume jumped 12.2 percent, this likely reflects improved data collection rather than a genuine market surge—previous months had incomplete reporting. What's more telling is the sequential decline: sales dropped 3.5 percent month-over-month and median prices fell 3.5 percent to $825,000. This softening suggests buyers are taking their time, with homes lingering on the market for an average of 78 days, up slightly from June's pace.
The strong sale-to-list ratio of 99 percent indicates homes are still fetching near their asking prices, which is healthy. However, the inventory buildup—595 active listings with median asking prices already adjusted down to $814,990—suggests sellers are realistic about market conditions. The gap between median and average sale prices ($825,000 versus $1,019,794) reflects the heavy weighting of luxury single-family homes, which represent the bulk of sales.
Overall, Escondido feels like a market normalizing after several heated years. Buyers have leverage now, interest rate uncertainty is likely keeping some on the sidelines, and sellers who price reasonably are still moving inventory. It's a buyer-friendly environment compared to recent cycles, though not quite a buyer's market yet.
Escondido Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92026 | 65 | $785,000 | $599 | 86 |
| 92027 | 44 | $717,500 | $422 | 73 |
| 92025 | 34 | $812,500 | $461 | 74 |
| 92029 | 22 | $1,400,300 | $553 | 76 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 108 | $992,500 | $487 |
| CONDOS | 19 | $410,000 | $414 |
| MOBILE | 13 | $330,000 | $244 |
| LAND | 10 | $322,500 | N/A |
| TOWNHOMES | 6 | $552,500 | $452 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 6 | $3,762,250 | $2,720 |
| OTHER | 2 | $2,250,000 | N/A |
| CONDO | 1 | $715,000 | $619 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 1 |
| $100K - $199K | 5 |
| $200K - $299K | 7 |
| $300K - $399K | 14 |
| $400K - $499K | 14 |
| $500K - $749K | 24 |
| $750K+ | 100 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 595 active listings in Escondido with a median asking price of $814,990 and an average of 70 days on market.
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