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Pacifica Real Estate Market Update – March 2026: Strong Sales Surge & Competitive Trends

April 6, 2026

Top Real Estate Agent in Pacifica, CA | Cynthia Pagan

Pacifica Real Estate Market Update – March 2026: Strong Sales Surge & Competitive Trends

By Cynthia Pagán – CP Sells City To Sea

The Pacifica real estate market saw a notable surge in activity this March, with 29 closed home sales, a significant jump from (11) the previous month. Inventory remained relatively tight with 14 active listings and 13 pending sales, signaling continued demand across the coastal community.

The median closed price across all property types reached $1,300,000, reflecting steady price growth and sustained buyer confidence in Pacifica. Homes also continued to move quickly, with a median of just 12 days on market, reinforcing the area's fast-paced and competitive housing environment.

 


A Closer Look at the Pacifica Housing Market Trends

Single-family homes remained the primary driver of market momentum in March. Buyers showed strong willingness to compete, with 93% of homes selling within 30 days and many properties receiving multiple offers.

Notably, homes sold well above asking price in many cases, with properties closing at an average of 107.71% of list price within the first 30 days. This trend highlights the continued desirability of Pacifica, especially for buyers seeking coastal living within close proximity to San Francisco.

In contrast, homes that lingered on the market beyond 30 days saw more variability in pricing outcomes, suggesting that strategic pricing and presentation remain critical for sellers.


Pricing Insights & Property Value Trends

The March data shows continued strength in home values across Pacifica:

  • Median Listing Price: $1,277,500
  • Median Closed Price: $1,300,000
  • Average Price Per Sq. Ft.: $883.23
  • Average Home Size: 1,622 sq ft

Days on Market: Speed Still Favors Sellers

One of the most telling indicators of market health is how quickly homes are selling. In March:

  • Median Days on Market (DOM): 12 days
  • Average DOM: 21 days
  • 93% of homes sold in under 30 days

This continued speed reflects strong buyer urgency and limited inventory. For sellers, it reinforces the importance of timing—listing in a low-inventory environment can yield excellent results.

*To better illustrate market trends, the interactive charts below represent medians of a rolling 3 months of data. The chart at the bottom are monthly stats.

Statistical Summary

Listing Statuses

Active Pending Closed Other Total
14 13 29 6 62

Aggregate Statistics

  Minimum Average Median Maximum Tot. Val.
2 3 3 5  
1 2 3 5  
730 1,679 1,622 3,480  
0.01 0.18 0.13 1.24  
567 7,962 5,663 54,090  
1947 1967 1963 2025  
$362,892 $1,359,342 $1,277,500 $2,685,000  
$220.87 $839.16 $802.12 $1,345.19  
$1,189,532.34 $12,321,459.19 $9,648,379.95 $69,552,919.71  
$362,892 $1,301,017 $1,300,000 $1,850,000 $37,729,492
$220.87 $863.57 $883.23 $1,240.38  
$1,636,572.43 $9,819,862.32 $9,951,937.72 $15,413,406.72  
0 21 12 259  
0 21 12 259  
*Calculations for this field only use listings with valid values; listings with blank or zero values are excluded

DOM Statistics for Closed Listings

  # of Listings % of Total SP % LP
27 93 107.71
1 3 79.10
0 0  
0 0  
1 3 94.74
29 100 93.85

CDOM Statistics for Closed Listings

  # of Listings % of Total SP % LP
27 93.10 107.71
1 3.45 79.10
0 0.00  
0 0.00  
1 3.45 94.74
29 100 93.85
  Cynthia M Pagán
Legacy Real Estate
Phone: Primary:415-317-0589

Lic: 01932426 Office Lic.: 02014153

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