Is Descanso, CA 91916 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Descanso housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 33% of homes in Descanso, CA 91916 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 19 days and there were 8.5 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 3 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 14%, homes sold faster (38 days then) and the median sale price rose 6% to $754,673. Overall, Descanso is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within San Diego County, homes here sell faster than in 90% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 52%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at San Diego 92132 (0% sold over asking) or Warner Springs 92086 (0% sold over asking), while Dulzura 91917 (100% sold over asking) and Guatay 91931 (100% sold over asking) are even more competitive.