Pacifica Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Pacifica, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 33
- Median Sale Price: $1,265,000
- Average Sale Price: $1,344,497
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $893
- Average Days on Market: 55
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 106.5%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Pacifica moved 2.9% down (from $1,302,500 to $1,265,000). The number of homes sold was 26.9% up compared to the prior month (26 vs. 33). Average days on market shifted 31.0% up (42 days to 55 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 9.6% down (from $1,400,000 to $1,265,000). Sales volume is 6.5% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Pacifica's housing market is showing mixed signals this April. While sales volume jumped nearly 27 percent month-over-month, landing at 33 homes sold, prices are quietly sliding in both directions—down 2.9 percent from March and nearly 10 percent compared to last year. That's the kind of data point sellers should notice. The silver lining? Homes are still selling above asking price at a 106.5 percent ratio, which suggests there's still underlying demand despite the year-over-year price decline. The coastal community remains desirable, but affordability pressures and potentially higher interest rates seem to be catching up with the market.
What's concerning for sellers is the growing inventory and lengthening timeframes. Active listings have climbed to 78 properties, and homes are now sitting on the market an average of 55 days—up significantly from 42 days last month. Even more telling, listings themselves are averaging 114 days on market, suggesting many properties aren't moving quickly even at asking prices. Spring seasonality typically boosts activity, and this year is no exception in terms of volume. But the disconnect between increased sales and declining prices hints that buyers are gaining negotiating power in a market with more options. If you're thinking about selling, spring may still be the right window, but pricing strategically will be key.
Pacifica Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94044 | 33 | $1,265,000 | $893 | 55 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 24 | $1,337,944 | $958 |
| TOWNHOMES | 5 | $830,000 | $692 |
| CONDOS | 3 | $1,249,000 | $757 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 1 | $1,150,000 | $735 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $500K - $749K | 1 |
| $750K+ | 32 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 78 active listings in Pacifica with a median asking price of $1,200,000 and an average of 114 days on market.
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