Fastest and Slowest Selling Neighborhoods in San Diego November 2025 Market Update
Where Homes Sell Fastest (and Slowest) in San Diego County
Before you decide whether to sell now, wait, or try to buy into a different neighborhood, it helps to know how quickly homes are actually selling and what buyers are paying. This report breaks down the fastest- and slowest-selling mainstream (non-rural) communities in San Diego and what that means for you.
Every San Diego community is selling at a different pace. Some neighborhoods are selling in 3–4 weeks, while others are taking 3–4 months. This matters for both buyers and sellers.
If you know which areas are selling slower, you can plan your timing, pricing, and strategy when selling your home.
For buyers, there may be opportunities hiding in plain sight. If one neighborhood is red hot, is there an adjacent market where you can get a better deal—maybe even within the same school district? It’s similar to picking an undervalued stock instead of paying a premium.
But if you're selling and you don’t want to wait weeks or months to access your equity, I can help. You can see what my local buyers and corporate investors will pay for your home—confidentially, with no showings, no open houses, and no obligation.
To see what buyers will pay for your home without listing it, click here: See Your Cash Offer.
Questions about your timing or price strategy? Call or text George at 619-846-1244.
Using the latest Market Time Report from Reports on Housing (Nov 2025), here are the fastest and slowest mainstream non-rural markets in the county.
Fastest-Selling Communities (Lowest Market Time)
Homes here are selling quickly due to central location, strong condo markets, and more affordability:
- University City – 21 days
- Mission Valley – 26 days
- San Marcos – 27 days
- Point Loma – 29 days
- Tierrasanta – 29 days
Slowest-Selling Non-Rural Communities (Highest Market Time)
Still strong markets—just more inventory, higher prices, or older homes:
- Rancho Bernardo – 101 days
- Encinitas – 94 days
- Escondido – 92 days
- La Mesa – 88 days
- Clairemont – 86 days
Why Some Neighborhoods Sell Faster
Here are the common themes across San Diego:
Fast Markets:
- Closer to major job centers
- More condos/townhomes (bigger buyer pool)
- Mid-range pricing under ~$1.2M
- Easier freeway access
- Updated, move-in-ready homes
Slower Markets:
- Higher price points = smaller buyer pool
- Older homes needing upgrades
- Suburban footprints with more inventory
- Sellers testing the market with higher list prices
Thinking About Selling?
Your neighborhood’s selling speed impacts:
- Your pricing strategy
- How long it takes to find a buyer
- How aggressive the marketing needs to be
- Whether an off-market cash offer makes sense
If you'd like a quick breakdown of how long homes like yours are taking to sell—and what buyers are paying today—call or text me at 619-846-1244.
Your Options with George's Buyers in Waiting
I can often show you multiple options before you even go on the market:
- See what my buyers will pay for your home today
- Sell without listing—skip repairs and open houses
- Buy your next home first, then sell with less stress
- Access off-market and unlisted homes most buyers never see