Real Estate Market Update: What Mid-Year Indicators Mean for Your Next Move

Real Estate Market Update: What Mid-Year Indicators Mean for Your Next Move Pam Fraser. Aerial picture of two rows of single family homes.

As we reach the midpoint of 2025, the U.S. housing market stands at a critical juncture. The frenzy of the pandemic-era real estate boom has long since cooled, but in its place, we’re seeing a market searching for balance. Higher mortgage rates, cautious buyers, and rising home inventory are combining to reshape what it means to buy or sell a home in today’s climate.

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San Diego Gardens July 2025

San Diego Gardens July 2025 by Pam Fraser. Picture of Crocosmia 'Lucifer' in flower.
Crocosmia ‘Lucifer’

Summer’s here in San Diego gardens. This is still a good time to plant subtropicals, summer annuals and your last round of warm season vegetables, but hold off putting most plants in the ground until fall when temperatures drop.

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North County and San Diego Housing Markets June 2025

North County and San Diego Housing Markets June 2025 by Pam Fraser.   Chart of home sales statistics in North San Diego County as of May 2025.

Although we did see month-over gains, year-over prices in the North County and San Diego housing markets remained flat or have decreased slightly.

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Ready to Buy or Sell a Home?
Here Are 5 Key Factors in Choosing the Right Agent

Ready to Buy or Sell a Home?<br>Here Are 5 Key Factors in Choosing the Right Agent Pam Fraser. Picture of a real estate agent holding a clipboard while on the phone.

Navigating the real estate market without guidance is like starting an expedition without a map. Whether you’re selling your cherished family home or searching for your dream property, having the right real estate agent by your side can make all the difference.

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Here Are 5 Key Factors in Choosing the Right Agent

San Diego Gardens June 2025

San Diego Gardens June 2025 by Pam Fraser. Picture of a monarch butterfly on a lily of the Nile flower.
Monarch Butterfly

It’s time to get ready for summer in San Diego gardens. To protect your plants from summer’s heat, make sure your irrigation is working properly and add several inches of mulch to your garden beds.

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North County and San Diego Housing Markets May 2025

North County and San Diego Housing Markets May 2025 by Pam Fraser.  Chart of home sales statistics in North San Diego County as of April 2025.

Both the North County and San Diego housing markets experienced month-over-month increases in median home prices. However, compared to last year, prices have declined in both areas. Housing inventory has now increased for four consecutive months and is significantly higher than it was a year ago.

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Selling Your Home In 2025? Get Top Dollar by Delivering on These Buyer Priorities

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Thinking about listing your home in 2025? If so, you’re smart to start planning ahead. As housing inventory grows across various market segments, today’s sellers need more than just a “for sale” sign to stand out. They need to know what buyers’ top priorities are when looking for a home. By knowing these priorities, you can make a strong impression on today’s buyer and command top dollar.

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San Diego Gardens May 2025

San Diego Gardens May 2025 by Pam Fraser. Picture of Spanish lavender in flower with a garden in the background.
Spanish Lavender

Add flowers to your San Diego vegetable garden. Plant an herb garden, and care for your fruit trees this month.

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North County and San Diego Housing Markets April 2025

North County and San Diego Housing Markets April 2025. Chart of home sales statistics in North San Diego County as of March 2025.

Although prices are still showing moderate increases in both the North County and San Diego housing markets, market times increased by 20 percent compared to the previous year and supply continued to grow.

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5 Roadblocks to Affordable Homeownership:
How to Move Past Them

5 Roadblocks to Affordable Homeownership: How to Move Past Them Pam Fraser. Picture of a street of homes in the background with 5 Roadblocks to Affordable Homeownership (and Ways to Move Past Them) text

Dreaming of buying a home but feeling priced out? You’re not alone! A large percentage of U.S. adults feel affordable homeownership is not an option for them. In fact, according to a recent survey by Bankrate, 78% of aspiring homebuyers cite affordability issues as their primary deterrent.

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How to Move Past Them