A quick hello, what this is, and the one market number that matters this month.
The San Diego Brief
WELCOME EDITION · OCTOBER 2026
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A QUICK HELLO BEFORE THE GOOD STUFF
Hi — Nishant here.
You're getting this because we know each other, and I wanted you in from the start. I just launched The San Diego Brief, a short monthly email on San Diego real estate, and this is your first edition — no signup, no catch, just me keeping the people I actually know in the loop. What you'll get, once a month (that's it — never more): |
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The one market number that actually matters, with my plain-English take on what it means for you |
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Listing intel early — new listings, back-on-market second chances, and off-market whispers before they're everywhere |
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A neighborhood spotlight or local tip worth your time |
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Rates, in plain English — what a move in mortgage rates actually does to a monthly payment, and to your home's price |
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Why it's worth staying: it's monthly only, the numbers are real and sourced (no hype), and I personally read and reply to every response. If it's not for you, leaving is painless — unsubscribe in one click below, or just reply “remove” and I'll take you off myself. Zero hard feelings. |
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THE NUMBER
$1,075,000
San Diego's single-family median sale price in September, up 7.0% year over year — prices held firm even as the market cooled:
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1,701
CLOSED SALES IN SEPTEMBER (−17% YOY)
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28
MEDIAN DAYS ON MARKET (AUGUST)
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35.4%
SOLD ABOVE ASKING (AUGUST)
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Sources: CRMLS September 2026 data (George Lorimer market report); Redfin, August 2026. La Jolla median sale price: $2,389,846 (Redfin, August 2026). Rates check: the 30-year fixed averaged 7.40% this week — the highest since November 2023 (Freddie Mac, Oct 8). That's the headwind behind the slower sales above.
MY TAKE
Prices are firm and well-priced homes are moving. Sellers still have leverage — but only with the right price and presentation from day one. |
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$574,000 — 27563 Sanderling Way, Temecula
2 bed / 2 bath single-story · 1,077 sqft · Roripaugh Hills. Remodeled kitchen. $90/month HOA, with community amenities that include two pools, parks, and tennis courts. MLS# SW26167430. Example payment: about $3,179/month principal & interest with 20% down at 7.40% (30-year fixed). Estimate only — not a loan offer. Taxes, insurance, and HOA dues not included.
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WORTH YOUR 3 MINUTES
List Now or Wait for Spring? The October Seller's Timeline — a week-by-week plan for selling this fall, and why Thanksgiving week is the week to avoid. This month's neighborhood spotlight: North Park — the streetcar suburb that grew up cool. |
One thing that helps me aim this brief at your patch instead of the county average: reply with your ZIP and whether you're BUYING, SELLING, or just WATCHING. If it's SELLING, I'll run your home's value personally — no obligation. |
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— Nishant
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You're receiving this because we've connected personally or professionally — I send one San Diego market brief a month. Nishant Sehgal, eXp Realty of California, Inc. — Pete Middleton Luxury Team, 848 N Prospect St, La Jolla, CA 92037 · CA DRE #02041253 Don't want the monthly Brief? Unsubscribe — one click or reply “remove” and he'll take you off personally. ⌂ Equal Housing Opportunity |
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