Del Mar Housing Market Report – March 2026
Here's a look at how the Del Mar, CA real estate market performed in March 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 14
- Median Sale Price: $3,187,500
- Average Sale Price: $4,033,571
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $1,480
- Average Days on Market: 105
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 97.6%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to February, the median sale price in Del Mar moved 97.7% up (from $1,612,500 to $3,187,500). The number of homes sold was 133.3% up compared to the prior month (6 vs. 14). Average days on market shifted 75.0% up (60 days to 105 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to March 2025, the median sale price is 37.1% up (from $2,325,000 to $3,187,500). Sales volume is 17.6% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Del Mar's spring market is showing some intriguing mixed signals this month. Sales activity jumped dramatically from February—we went from 6 closings to 14—which suggests buyers are stirring as we head into the traditionally stronger selling season. The median price nearly doubled month-over-month to $3.19 million, though that's partly because we're seeing a different mix of homes sell; the year-over-year comparison tells a clearer story, with prices up a solid 37% from March 2025. Buyers are still willing to pay close to asking, with homes selling at 97.6% of list price, indicating continued confidence in this coastal enclave.
The concerning development is absorption time. Days on market climbed to 105 days from just 60 in February—a sign that while buyers are active, inventory isn't moving as quickly as it did at the start of the year. With 68 active listings currently asking $4.24 million on average, Del Mar's market is feeling slightly less frothy than it was just weeks ago. This cooling in velocity, combined with year-over-year sales down 17.6%, suggests the market may be normalizing after an exceptional run. It's still a seller's market, but savvy buyers should expect more negotiating room than they had twelve months ago.
Del Mar Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92014 | 14 | $3,187,500 | $1,480 | 105 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 11 | $3,525,000 | $1,541 |
| TOWNHOMES | 2 | $1,875,000 | $1,107 |
| CONDOS | 1 | $1,560,000 | $1,560 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $750K+ | 14 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 68 active listings in Del Mar with a median asking price of $4,235,000 and an average of 73 days on market.
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