Recent sale timing suggests buyers need a sharper shortlist before stepping out.
If touring homes feels rushed, you are not imagining it. My advice is to tighten your shortlist before you book another showing, because in San Diego, CA a typical sale moved in 17 days over the previous month, and that pace punishes indecision more than it rewards extra browsing.
The recent market pace matters. A typical sale took 17 days last month, supply stood at 2.21 months, and offers closed at about 99.3% of asking. That is why touring in San Diego, CA can feel compressed even when there are options on the market.
I would not solve that pressure by seeing more homes. I would solve it by seeing fewer, better-matched homes. When recent active pricing sat at $840,000 and homes moving into contract were closer to $879,000, the market gave a clear signal buyers are choosing selectively, and homes that fit the market are not lingering for long.
Cut your list before the weekend. Separate must-have features from nice-to-have features. Go see the homes that already fit your budget and likely offer range, then be ready to act on the one that confirms the plan.
