Pismo Beach Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Pismo Beach, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 19
- Median Sale Price: $1,395,000
- Average Sale Price: $1,749,289
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $820
- Average Days on Market: 102
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 94.4%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Pismo Beach moved 14.5% down (from $1,632,500 to $1,395,000). The number of homes sold was 58.3% up compared to the prior month (12 vs. 19). Average days on market shifted 10.9% up (92 days to 102 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 44.2% up (from $967,500 to $1,395,000). Sales volume is 18.8% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Pismo Beach's housing market is sending mixed signals this April. The surge in sales volume—up 58 percent month-over-month to 19 homes—suggests spring buying momentum is kicking in, and that year-over-year growth of nearly 19 percent shows underlying strength compared to last year. However, the median price dipped 14.5 percent from March, which might seem concerning at first glance. This pullback is likely a seasonal correction and inventory shift rather than a sign of weakness, especially considering prices remain 44 percent higher than April 2025.
The real story here is the longer time on market. Homes are now sitting for an average of 102 days, up from 92 in March, and sellers are accepting 94.4 percent of list price. This suggests the market is rebalancing—buyers have more leverage than they did months ago, and with 82 active listings waiting (many languishing for 144 days), it's becoming less of a seller's paradise. The gap between median and average sale prices indicates some high-ticket properties are pulling averages up without representing typical market conditions.
Overall, Pismo Beach is transitioning toward a more balanced market. Buyers should feel emboldened to negotiate, while sellers may need realistic expectations.
Pismo Beach Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93449 | 19 | $1,395,000 | $820 | 102 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 14 | $1,411,250 | $848 |
| CONDOS | 2 | $1,385,000 | $783 |
| LAND | 1 | $100,000 | N/A |
| MOBILE | 1 | $532,000 | $504 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 1 | $3,700,000 | N/A |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $100K - $199K | 1 |
| $500K - $749K | 1 |
| $750K+ | 17 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 82 active listings in Pismo Beach with a median asking price of $812,000 and an average of 144 days on market.
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