Murrieta Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Murrieta, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 142
- Median Sale Price: $680,000
- Average Sale Price: $746,895
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $354
- Average Days on Market: 75
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 105.5%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Murrieta moved 1.1% down (from $687,500 to $680,000). The number of homes sold was 3.6% up compared to the prior month (137 vs. 142). Average days on market shifted 14.8% down (88 days to 75 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 1.5% up (from $670,000 to $680,000). Sales volume is 13.4% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Murrieta's housing market is showing some interesting mixed signals this April. Sales volume bounced back month-over-month with 142 homes sold, up 3.6% from March, which is a healthy sign for spring activity. More importantly, homes are moving faster—days on market dropped nearly 15% to 75 days—suggesting renewed buyer interest as we head into the traditionally stronger selling season. That said, the year-over-year sales decline of 13.4% tells a sobering story about where we were a year ago, likely reflecting the tighter lending environment and higher rates we've experienced throughout 2025.
What's particularly bullish is the sale-to-list price ratio hitting 105.5%, meaning homes are selling above asking price on average. This indicates genuine buyer demand outpacing supply, at least for well-priced properties. The median price holding steady around $680,000 while the average climbs to $747,000 suggests a healthy mix of properties at various price points, with single-family homes dominating the market as expected for Murrieta's demographic.
The elephant in the room is active inventory sitting at 638 listings with properties averaging 108 days on market. That's a seller's market by most measures, but it also means buyers still have meaningful options. For sellers, this window of strong prices and quick sales may not last indefinitely, making spring timing strategic.
Murrieta Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92562 | 77 | $675,000 | $349 | 84 |
| 92563 | 65 | $685,000 | $360 | 65 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 114 | $715,000 | $328 |
| CONDOS | 18 | $431,895 | $556 |
| MOBILE | 7 | $430,000 | $252 |
| LAND | 3 | $219,000 | N/A |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 1 |
| $100K - $199K | 1 |
| $200K - $299K | 2 |
| $300K - $399K | 7 |
| $400K - $499K | 14 |
| $500K - $749K | 70 |
| $750K+ | 47 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 638 active listings in Murrieta with a median asking price of $669,950 and an average of 108 days on market.
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