San Diego Market Report 11/19/25

Arrington Market Review

weekly san diego real estate updates | Nov 19th, 2025

San Diego Prices Show Opportunity

San Diego prices dipped for the second month in a row and the median now sits at $875,000. Sales remain near record lows and both buyers and sellers are moving with hesitation. At first glance it feels like everyone is sitting still. In reality this is the quiet stretch that always comes before the market picks up again.

Buyers are seeing lower mortgage rates, but they are balancing this against inflation, rising insurance costs, and the general pressure of the economy. It makes sense that there is hesitation. What most people forget is that slow seasons in real estate usually create the best long term entry points. When prices soften and competition relaxes, the people who act with a plan tend to come out ahead.

For buyers, this is one of the best environments we have seen in years. Prices are softer, days on market are longer, and sellers are more flexible than they were during the frenzy of the past few years. Seasonal data shows that the holiday months often deliver the best purchase prices in California. If you are searching for value, the next few months provide leverage that simply does not exist once the spring rush returns. I am seeing motivated sellers offer repairs and credits that were impossible to get during competitive seasons.

For sellers, the story is different but just as promising. Inventory across the county is still well below a balanced level, even with fewer buyers in the pool. Homes that enter the market with the right prep, pricing, and strategy are still selling successfully and often with strong terms. You do not need a packed market to get a solid outcome. You need the right plan and an agent who knows how to position your home while others step back.

The next stretch of the year is defined by softer prices, limited inventory, and serious buyers who remain active through the holidays. If you want to explore your best move, I can walk you through exactly what makes sense for your situation. In a slower market real estate strategy and strong negotiating skills are essential, and my clients win because I guide them through this critical moment with clarity and confidence.

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