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Full-service listing at a 1% fee. At the 2026 median of $1,010,500, that's $15,158 back in your pocket compared to a traditional 2.5% commission -- with professional photography, MLS listing, expert negotiation, and transaction coordination included.
Source: SDMLS · ZIP 92126 · YTD 2026 (through Aug 14)
Mira Mesa 92126 -- 2026 Market Snapshot
Based on 226 closed sales in SDMLS, YTD 2026 through August 14, 2026. All residential property types, ZIP 92126. Includes condos, townhomes, and detached single-family homes across Mira Mesa. Data provided by Nikolas Mazzola, CA DRE #01724621, Shorebreak Real Estate.
2026 Sold Data · SDMLS
What Homes in Mira Mesa Actually Sell For
Mira Mesa's 2026 median of $1,010,500 spans entry-level condos near $310K and new-construction estates near $2.44M. The median home is a 3BR/2BA, 1,459 SF property on a 5,754 SF lot selling in just 15 days at $654/SF with a 101.2% list-to-sale ratio. The table below breaks those 226 sales into their natural tiers.
| Property Type | 2026 Sold Range | Typical Size | Example Streets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry Condo (1BR) | $310,000 - $500,000 | 503 - 772 SF | Black Mountain Rd, Camino Ruiz, New Salem St, Mesa Springs Way, Kelowna Rd, Maya Linda Rd, Aderman Avenue, Dabney Dr, Summerdale Rd -- the genuine entry point into 92126 ownership. |
| Condo / Townhome (2BR) | $500,000 - $800,000 | 831 - 1,264 SF | Maya Linda Rd, Westmore Rd, Caminito Zar, Calle Cristobal, Summerdale Rd, Aderman Ave, New Salem, Caminito Toga, Gold Coast Dr -- the largest concentration of entry-level attached inventory in the ZIP. |
| Entry Detached SFR (2-3BR) | $800,000 - $1,000,000 | 1,000 - 1,389 SF | Harlington Drive, Brentford Avenue, Three Seasons Road, Bennington St, Garde Court, Via Abaca, Montano Way, Dunleer Way, Valdosta Avenue, Camarosa Cir, Betelgeuse Way, Jade Coast Dr -- the entry tier for detached homes in Mira Mesa. |
| Core Detached SFR (3-4BR) | $1,000,000 - $1,400,000 | 1,320 - 2,138 SF | Caminito Glenellen, Westonhill Dr, Bootes Street, Hydra Lane, Bellatrix Court, Surco Drive, Granby Way, Flanders Dr, Cassioepia Way, Rock Canyon Drive, River Rim Rd, Kite Hill Lane -- Mira Mesa's celestial-named grid at its core, where the 2026 median transaction actually happened. |
| Premium / Luxury SFR | $1,400,000 - $2,440,990 | 2,104 - 3,183 SF | Trailbrush, Golden Glen Ln, Melogold Way, Bergamot, Rose Quartz -- topped by three newer-construction homes on Caminito Rodar, including a $2,427,990 zero-negotiation full-price sale in just 7 days, the fastest top-tier close of the year. |
Ranges based on 226 closed sales in ZIP 92126, YTD 2026 through August 14, 2026. Median DOM of 15 days across all tiers confirms a supply-constrained market where accurately priced homes move quickly at virtually every price point from $310K condos to $2.44M new-construction estates. Lot size, celestial-street proximity to Mira Mesa Community Park, and distance to MCAS Miramar are the primary premium-drivers within sub-tiers.
Agent's Market Analysis · August 2026
Mira Mesa in 2026: 15 Days to Contract at $1,010,500 -- and Sellers Are Getting More Than Asking
The number that defines the 2026 Mira Mesa market is the 101.2% median list-to-sale ratio. The typical Mira Mesa seller is not just getting full price -- they're getting more than their asking price, and doing it in a median of just 15 days. With 226 closed sales against only 66 active listings, buyer demand in 92126 has been consistently outpacing available supply throughout 2026.
"Mira Mesa offers something increasingly rare in San Diego: genuine detached-home inventory at a price point still accessible to move-up buyers, with quick freeway access to Sorrento Valley and UTC. 226 homes sold through mid-August. Median list-to-sale ratio over 101%. One home on Harlington Drive sold for $872,000 -- $152,000 and 21% over its $720,000 asking price -- in just 10 days. That's the kind of outcome you get when buyer demand outpaces available inventory."
The data point that best illustrates 2026 Mira Mesa demand: 8824 Harlington Drive listed at $720,000 and sold at $872,000 in 10 days -- $152,000, or 21.1%, over asking, the largest overbid percentage in the ZIP this year. At the top of the market, 11318 Caminito Rodar sold at its full $2,427,990 asking price in just 7 days with zero negotiation, the fastest close among Mira Mesa's newer-construction luxury tier.
The median list-to-sale ratio of 101.2% means the typical Mira Mesa seller received more than their full asking price. The average SP ($969,174) actually exceeded the average LP ($968,920) as well, reflecting a market with genuinely upward pricing pressure across the full range of 226 transactions -- from entry condos to new-construction estates on Caminito Rodar.
The condo and townhome corridor along Black Mountain Road, New Salem Street, and Maya Linda Road provides the most accessible entry point into 92126 at $310K-$800K -- a meaningful discount to the detached market while still delivering access to San Diego Unified schools and quick freeway access. For buyers priced out of the detached grid, this corridor remains the practical path into the ZIP.
With a typical Mira Mesa sale at $1,010,500, a traditional 2.5% listing commission costs $25,263. Our 1% listing fee is $10,105 -- a difference of $15,158 that stays in your pocket. In a market where homes are selling above asking in barely two weeks, sellers don't need to pay a premium commission to get a competitive result.
Nikolas Mazzola · CA DRE #01724621 · Broker, Shorebreak Real Estate · Analysis based on SDMLS data, ZIP 92126, YTD 2026 through August 14, 2026.
Based on 2026 Mira Mesa Sold Prices
How Much You Keep at 1% vs. 2.5%
At the 2026 Mira Mesa median of $1,010,500, the 1.5% difference between a 1% and 2.5% listing fee is $15,158. At the average of $969,174, it's $14,538. On the new-construction tier above $1.8M, savings exceed $27,000 -- money that stays with you after a sale you've worked hard to earn.
| Your Sale Price | 2.5% Listing Fee | 1% Commission | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| $500,000 | $12,500 | $5,000 | $7,500 |
| $700,000 | $17,500 | $7,000 | $10,500 |
| $900,000 | $22,500 | $9,000 | $13,500 |
| $1,010,500 (2026 Median) | $25,263 | $10,105 | $15,158 |
| $1,300,000 | $32,500 | $13,000 | $19,500 |
| $1,800,000 | $45,000 | $18,000 | $27,000 |
| $2,427,990 | $60,700 | $24,280 | $36,420 |
Full-service listing includes professional photography, MLS listing, syndication, negotiation, and transaction coordination. No hidden fees. Same service. A fraction of the cost. In Mira Mesa, where the median home sells in 15 days above 101% of list price, the right pricing strategy matters far more than the commission rate your agent charges themselves.
The Mira Mesa Neighborhoods
ZIP 92126 covers Mira Mesa, one of San Diego's largest and most established master-planned communities, built primarily from the 1970s through the 1990s between Miramar and Sorrento Valley. The ZIP offers a genuinely broad range of housing product -- from $310K condos to $2.44M new-construction estates -- unified by consistent access to San Diego Unified schools and central freeway access.
The Celestial Grid
Mira Mesa's core detached neighborhoods are famously laid out with streets named after stars and constellations -- Polaris, Aquarius, Bellatrix, Pegasus, Taurus, Cetus, Hydra, Arcturus -- and produced the bulk of 2026's core-tier transactions, with a median DOM of just 15 days.
Search Mira Mesa HomesBlack Mountain Road Condo Corridor
The condo and townhome corridor along Black Mountain Road, New Salem Street, and Maya Linda Road provides the most accessible entry point into 92126 at $310K-$800K -- a meaningful discount to the detached market while retaining access to the same school district.
Request a Condo Comp AnalysisSorrento Valley-Adjacent
Eastern Mira Mesa neighborhoods bordering the Sorrento Valley tech and biotech corridor put residents within a short commute of some of San Diego's largest employers, a consistent draw for tech and life-science professionals.
Ask About Commute to Sorrento ValleyCaminito Rodar New-Construction Enclave
A small cluster of newer-construction homes on Caminito Rodar and nearby streets anchors Mira Mesa's premium tier, including 2026's fastest luxury close: a $2,427,990 zero-negotiation full-price sale in just 7 days.
Search Homes Above $1.8MWhy Mira Mesa's Location Drives Its Value
Mira Mesa sits in central San Diego County along the I-15 corridor, bordered by MCAS Miramar to the south and the Sorrento Valley tech corridor to the west. That combination of established infrastructure, central freeway access, and proximity to major employment centers is central to the community's sustained demand.
MCAS Miramar
Mira Mesa borders Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, home to the annual MCAS Miramar Air Show and a significant source of military and civilian employment throughout the region.
Ask About the Miramar BufferSorrento Valley Tech Corridor
Mira Mesa sits a short commute from Sorrento Valley, one of San Diego's largest biotech and tech employment hubs, making it a practical option for professionals who want more home for their money than coastal ZIPs typically offer.
Ask About Commute TimesI-15 Freeway Access
Mira Mesa's position along I-15 provides efficient access south to central San Diego and Mission Valley, and north to Rancho Bernardo and Escondido -- a consistently useful commute corridor for residents throughout the ZIP.
Search Homes in 92126Mira Mesa Community Park
Mira Mesa Community Park anchors the neighborhood with sports fields, a senior center, and a public library, one of the community's primary recreation and gathering hubs.
Search Homes in Mira MesaEstablished Community Infrastructure
Decades of continuous development have given Mira Mesa a mature infrastructure of parks, shopping centers, and community services, including the Mira Mesa Town Center retail corridor along Mira Mesa Boulevard.
Schedule a Buyer ConsultationFamily-Oriented Community
Mira Mesa has long had a reputation as one of San Diego's most diverse, family-oriented communities, with consistent demand from move-up buyers who want a detached home, a yard, and central access without a coastal price tag.
Schedule a Buyer ConsultationSchools Serving 92126
Mira Mesa is served by San Diego Unified School District, one of the largest school districts in the county. This school pipeline is a consistent driver of family buyer demand in 92126, and is reflected in the market's fast, above-asking transaction pattern. Families should verify current attendance boundaries with the district before purchasing.
Mira Mesa High School
Mira Mesa High School is the primary public high school serving the community, part of San Diego Unified School District and known for strong AP offerings, athletics, and a diverse student body.
San Diego Unified School DistrictChallenger Middle School
Challenger Middle School serves as a key feeder into Mira Mesa High School, offering strong academics and a full slate of electives and athletics for students in grades 6-8.
San Diego Unified Middle SchoolsNeighborhood Elementary Options
Several San Diego Unified elementary schools serve Mira Mesa's various neighborhoods, providing K-5 or K-6 options depending on the specific attendance zone. Families should confirm current boundaries directly with the district for any specific address under consideration.
San Diego Unified Elementary SchoolsList Your Home for 1% in Mira Mesa
Mira Mesa's median sale price means a traditional 2.5% listing commission costs over $25,000. Shorebreak Real Estate's 1% listing fee keeps $15,158 in your pocket without sacrificing the marketing and negotiation your sale deserves.
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California Real Estate Disclosures: What Sellers and Buyers Need to Know
California Real Estate Disclosures: What Sellers and Buyers Need to Know
If you’re buying or selling a home in California, disclosures are not optional — they are a critical part of the transaction designed to protect both parties and prevent surprises after closing.
California has some of the most comprehensive disclosure laws in the country. Understanding them upfront can help you avoid delays, renegotiations, or legal issues later.
Here’s a practical breakdown of what disclosures are, why they matter, and what to expect during a residential real estate transaction.
What Are Real Estate Disclosures?
A disclosure is written information about a property that could affect a buyer’s decision to purchase or the price they’re willing to pay. These disclosures typically address:
The physical condition of the home
Known defects or repairs
Environmental or natural hazards
Legal or financial obligations tied to the property
California law places the primary responsibility for disclosures on the seller, with additional duties imposed on real estate agents to investigate and disclose material facts.
The Transfer Disclosure Statement (TDS)
One of the most important documents in a California home sale is the Real Estate Transfer Disclosure Statement (TDS).
This form requires the seller to disclose, to the best of their knowledge:
The condition of major systems (roof, plumbing, electrical, HVAC)
Past or present leaks, water damage, or structural issues
Unpermitted additions or repairs
Neighborhood nuisances (noise, odors, etc.)
HOA involvement or shared features
Environmental hazards such as asbestos, lead-based paint, or contaminated soil
Importantly, the TDS is not a warranty — but buyers are legally allowed to rely on the information provided when deciding whether to move forward.
If disclosures are delivered after an offer is accepted, buyers are given a short window to cancel the contract without penalty.
Natural Hazard Disclosures (NHD)
California sellers must also disclose whether a property is located in certain state- or federally-designated hazard zones, including:
Flood zones
Earthquake fault zones
Seismic hazard zones (liquefaction or landslides)
Very high fire hazard severity zones
Wildland fire areas
These disclosures are typically made using a Natural Hazard Disclosure Statement, often completed by a third-party reporting company. Even when a third party is used, the seller and agent remain responsible for ensuring the disclosure is delivered to the buyer.
Hazard disclosures help buyers understand potential insurance costs, building restrictions, and long-term risks tied to the property.
Additional Seller Disclosures You Should Know About
Depending on the property and transaction, sellers may also be required to provide disclosures related to:
Mello-Roos taxes or special assessments
Supplemental property tax notices
Methamphetamine contamination orders
Window security bars and pool safety features
Industrial zoning or nearby nuisance uses
Water heater earthquake bracing
Registered sex offender database notice
Lead-based paint disclosures (for homes built before 1978)
Failing to properly disclose these items can expose a seller to claims of misrepresentation — even years after closing.
What Are Agents Required to Disclose?
Licensed real estate agents in California have independent disclosure obligations. Agents must:
Conduct a reasonably competent visual inspection of accessible areas
Disclose material facts affecting value, desirability, or intended use
Disclose known defects even if the seller does not
Properly explain agency relationships (buyer, seller, or dual agency)
Agents are not required to perform technical inspections, but they cannot ignore visible red flags or known issues.
Why Disclosures Matter (for Both Sides)
Disclosures protect everyone involved:
For sellers, proper disclosures:
Reduce legal risk after closing
Build buyer confidence
Prevent deals from falling apart late in escrow
For buyers, disclosures:
Provide transparency
Help inform inspections and negotiations
Prevent costly surprises after move-in
In short: honest, timely disclosures keep transactions smoother and safer.
Work With a Broker Who Takes Disclosures Seriously
Disclosure laws are detailed, technical, and constantly evolving. Having an experienced broker who understands both the legal requirements and the practical realities of escrow can make a major difference.
At San Diego 1 Percent Listing, disclosures aren’t treated as paperwork — they’re treated as a critical part of protecting our clients and closing clean, defensible transactions.
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If you’re preparing to sell and want help navigating disclosures the right way — without over-disclosing, under-disclosing, or risking liability — let’s talk.
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Legal Note
This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Disclosure laws can change, and every property is different. Buyers and sellers should consult qualified real estate and legal professionals regarding their specific situation. Information summarized from the California Department of Real Estate disclosure guidelines
