Author: Raana Jamshide, Broker Associate, DRE#01255312, Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty

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Rates briefly moved below ~6% earlier in 2026, then returned to mid-6%, delaying a bigger refinance wave for recent mortgage borrowers for now. At low-6% pricing, ~33% of 2023–2025 borrowers could benefit from refinancing, with avg. annual savings of ~$2.3K before weighing closing costs carefully. If rates revisit ~6%, the share could reach ~57%, creating…

San Diego’s median sale price reached ~$927K, with prices ↑~1% yearly and ↑~1% MoM, showing modest current movement rather than a sharp surge. Compared with Early-Q2 2019, San Diego’s median sale price is ↑~60%, reflecting a major long-term shift since pre-pandemic conditions for local buyers and sellers. National median prices reached ~$396K, ↑~2% yearly and…

Home sellers in dual-agency transactions, where one agent represents both buyer and seller, lost $1.49 billion over three years, averaging a $2,165 loss per home. Sellers listing off the MLS lost $1.36 billion, selling for 1.3% less, with greater losses in lower-priced homes and communities of color. These consistent price penalties persisted despite increased inventory…

Housing affordability in California rose to its highest level in four years in early 2026, with 22% of households able to afford a median-priced single-family home due to lower mortgage rates and declining prices. The median home price dropped to $843,390, requiring an income of $204,800. Condo affordability improved, with 32% able to afford a…

Urban new builds remain difficult to deliver, and that challenge affects pricing when new homes reach city ZIP Codes for buyers seeking location-focused options. Local policy could shape the next supply wave: streamlined permitting and more permissive zoning are expected to draw builders toward urban opportunities. Demand for city living is present, but supply depends…

National active listings were ↑4.6% yearly, a much slower pace than the prior ↑30.6% yearly gain, signaling steadier supply-demand balance across markets. Buyer leverage has gradually improved since the pandemic-era boom cooled in 2022, though the balance shift has varied widely by market nationwide. Markets with inventory above 2019 levels generally saw softer price momentum…

Thirty-year fixed mortgage rates are expected to remain around 6.2% to 6.5% between May and July 2026, with most forecasts calling for only minor fluctuations Fifteen-year fixed mortgage rates are projected to average around 5.7% to 6.0%, continuing to offer lower borrowing costs than standard long-term loans The ten-year Treasury yield remains near 4.3% to…

California's housing market in 2026 shows modest sales declines but slight price growth, with median home prices around $889,190. Low inventory and higher mortgage rates limit sales, while the "lock-in effect" keeps homeowners from selling. Regional variations exist, with some areas seeing price stability or gains. Forecasts predict a gentle market recovery with sales rising…

This plan covers the rising home price trend in San Diego, buying tips, selling advantages, and a call to connect with a local real estate expert for best results. Continue to full article