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All Streams 💀 DAY OF THE DEAD: Celebrate memories of lost loved ones on our KPBS Digital Community Altar. Quality of Life Home sales slow across San Diego County, statewide By City News Service Published October 19, 2026 at 12:53 PM PDT Facebook WhatsApp Email Andrew Bracken / KPBS The pace of home sales dipped across California and San Diego County last month as rising mortgage rates and persistent affordability challenges weighed on buyer demand, the California Association of Realtors said today.
Sales of existing, single-family homes in California totaled 260,410 in September on a seasonally adjusted annualized rate, down 3.4% from 269,620 in August and down 6.5% from 278,540 in September 2025.
Become a KPBS sponsor In San Diego County, sales were down 12.2% from one year ago and 6% from last month. Imperial County saw decreases of 33.3% year-over-year and 13.% from last month.
As we move into fall, the market feels a little less rushed, giving buyers more time to carefully consider their options," said C.A.R. President Tamara Suminski, a Southern California broker and realtor. "Mortgage rates and affordability remain challenging, but with competition easing, well-prepared buyers may have more room to explore their options, negotiate and focus on finding the right home rather than simply hurrying to make an offer."
