Encinitas Real Estate Market Update | February 2026
Not sure where the Encinitas real estate market is heading? You certainly aren’t alone. Between news headlines, social media chatter, and conversations at the beach, everyone seems to have an opinion about the market's direction. Unfortunately, most opinions aren't based on concrete data, or they rely on broad geographic averages that simply don't reflect our unique coastal community. What is happening in New York, Florida, or even downtown San Diego, isn’t necessarily a reflection on what is happening right here, in Encinitas. That is why it is so important to get HYPER LOCAL numbers, especially if you are planning to sell, or purchase a home in neighborhoods like Olivenhain, Leucadia, or Encinitas Ranch. Below we have posted data for the city of Encinitas, as it stands today. We will also re-post every 30 days, so you can get a good idea what is happening in your hometown. If you would like more specific numbers for your street or neighborhood, give us a call or shoot us an email. We can also set up an auto email, so you get up to date numbers, sent to your inbox weekly. Deciding what to do with your home, or whether to purchase a new one, is too big a decision to make, without accurate data. We would be happy to keep you abreast of the changes in the real estate market, so you can make an informed, intelligent, decision.
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Encinitas Real Estate Market Statistics for Single Family Homes
This week the median list price for Encinitas, CA is $3,894,400 with the market action index hovering around 41. This is an increase over last month's market action index of 37. Inventory has decreased to 56.
Encinitas Real Estate Market Statistics for Condos/Townhomes
This week the median list price for Encinitas, CA is $1,209,995 with the market action index hovering around 49. This is less than last month's market action index of 55. Inventory has increased to 24.
Market Action Index for Encinitas
The market action index answers the question “How’s the market?” by measuring the current rate of sales versus the amount of inventory. Index above 30 implies Seller’s Market conditions. Below 30, conditions favor the buyer.
Market Narrative
Median List Price of Homes in EncinitasEmpty heading
The median list price tracks the middle range listing price of homes in the area. Half the homes are listed for more, and half are listed for less.
Total Inventory for Encinitas
The total inventory tracks how many homes are currently listed for sale and addresses the issue of “Supply and Demand.” A low inventory, coupled with a low average days on market, indicates that the supply isn’t keeping pace with demand. An increased inventory, with increased days on market, means there isn’t sufficient demand for the number of homes currently for sale.
Average Days on Market in Encinitas
The average days on market tracks how long it takes for a home to sell. Shorter days on market indicate a decrease in inventory, and more demand.
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