Is La Mesa, CA a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since April 2023
Since last year, La Mesa has remained a Seller's Market.
Key Takeaway
La Mesa is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.
Housing Prices in La Mesa, CA
How much do homes in La Mesa, CA cost?
Median Sold Price
$827,857
$552/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since April 2023
Key Takeaway
Homes in La Mesa have sold for 7.5% more than they did a year ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in La Mesa was $827,857 in April 2024, up 7.5% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $552.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Apr 2023 | Apr 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $389.5K | $412.5K | +5.9% |
| 2 Bedrooms | $577K | $605K | +4.9% |
| 3 Bedrooms | $814.8K | $850K | +4.3% |
| 4 Bedrooms | $945K | $1.0M | +9.0% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $1.3M | $1.3M | +3.8% |
Summary: La Mesa housing prices by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 5.9%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 4.9%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 9%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 3.8%.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities
| El Cajon | $676.5K | $756.1K | +11.8% |
| San Diego | $850.2K | $914.8K | +7.6% |
| La Mesa | $769.9K | $827.8K | +7.5% |
| Lemon Grove | $668.5K | $705K | +5.5% |
Housing Supply in La Mesa, CA
How many homes are available in La Mesa, CA?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Mar 2024 | Apr 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 140 | 142 | +1.4% |
Summary: The La Mesa real estate market had 142 homes for sale in April 2024, a 1.4% increase compared to March 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Mar 2024 | Apr 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 10 | 11 | +10.0% |
| 2 Bedrooms | 29 | 36 | +24.1% |
| 3 Bedrooms | 50 | 37 | -26.0% |
| 4 Bedrooms | 39 | 42 | +7.7% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | 12 | 16 | +33.3% |
Summary: The La Mesa housing inventory by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 10%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 24.1%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 26%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 7.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 33.3%.
Number of Homes Sold
| Mar 2024 | Apr 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 45 | 46 | +2.2% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
9 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
13 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
24 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking
Key Takeaway
If you're buying a home in La Mesa, you could pay more than the asking price. 52.2% of homes here sold above asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 46 homes were sold or pending in La Mesa in April 2024, up by 2.2% month-over-month. Of the 46 sold homes, 20% were sold under asking, 28% were sold at asking, and 52% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for La Mesa, CA
How long does it take to sell a home in La Mesa, CA?
Average Sale Time
| Apr 2023 | Apr 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 17 Days | 13 Days | -19.2% |
Summary: Homes in La Mesa had an average of 13 days on market in Apr 2024, down by 19.2% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
39 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
7 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
0 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Key Takeaway
Many homes in La Mesa are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During April 2024, 46 homes were sold in La Mesa; 85% of homes were sold within 30 days, 15% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 0% of homes were sold over 90 days.
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