Coronado Housing Market and Home Prices Guide

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Last updated November 13, 2026. Reviewed by the Cash Home Buyers CA team.

The Census Bureau’s median value for an owner-occupied home in Coronado is $2,000,000 or more, the top published category, and 54.6% of occupied homes are owner-occupied. This guide uses official Census data to show how prices, rents and ownership look in Coronado, and what to check before you sell. We do not quote listing-site estimates because they are not official figures.

Coronado housing at a glance

Median value, owner-occupied homes	$2,000,000+ (ACS 2020-2024, top-coded)
Owner-occupied housing unit rate	54.6%
Median gross rent	$3,257 per month
Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage	$4,000 or more (Census top-coded)
Median monthly owner costs, without a mortgage	$1,427
Median household income	$134,534 (2024 dollars)
Households	7,303, averaging 2.30 people
Population	21,094 (July 1, 2025 estimate), up 4.4% from the April 2020 estimates base of 20,199
Residents 65 and over	22.1%
Veterans	1,837 (2020-2024)
Same house one year ago	78.7% of residents age 1 and over

Source for every figure above: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for Coronado city. Housing and income rows are American Community Survey 5-year estimates for 2020-2024. The Census shows a median value of 2,000,000+ because it does not publish exact medians above that level.

What a top-coded median means

Coronado is the only one of the four cities we profile where the Census cannot give an exact median home value: the figure is simply $2,000,000 or more. That tells you the typical owner-occupied home is worth at least two million dollars, but not how far above.

It also means any statewide or neighbor comparison from Census data will understate Coronado. For a specific house, you need a current appraisal or recent comparable sales rather than a survey median.

Price versus income

Dividing the Census median value by the median household income gives a rough gauge. This is our arithmetic on published medians, not a Census statistic. Using $2,000,000 as a floor and $134,534 as income, Coronado’s ratio is at least 14.9, the highest of the cities we compare (Santa Barbara is about 14.8, Santa Cruz about 10.5, Sunnyvale about 9.7). Because the home value is top-coded, the real ratio is higher.

The most owner-occupied of the group

At 54.6%, Coronado has a higher owner-occupied rate than Santa Barbara (39.9%), Santa Cruz (48.4%) or Sunnyvale (43.8%). Owners without a mortgage report $1,427 per month, also the highest of the four. Renters pay a median $3,257 in gross rent. The statewide housing affordability report shows how these figures compare across California.

Population, age and military ties

Coronado’s population is estimated at 21,094, up 4.4% from the 2020 base, the fastest growth of the four cities. At the same time 22.1% of residents are 65 or older, the oldest profile of the group, and the Census counts 1,837 veterans.

An older owner base means many homes eventually go to heirs; our inherited house page and the Prop 13 reassessment guide cover what happens to the tax basis. Owners relocating for work can also look at our relocation sale page.

Property tax and ownership changes in San Diego County

The San Diego County Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk explains that a change in ownership occurs when property is sold or transferred, and that the Recorder reports sales and transfers to the Assessor. The office also states the property tax rate is 1%, plus any bonds, fees or special assessments. See our San Diego County property tax guide for more.

Ways to sell

List with an agent. Can bring the highest price for a market-ready home. Budget for commission and the costs in our seller closing costs guide.
Sell as-is. Skips repairs, but permits and any city notices still matter. See the Coronado building permits guide, the zoning and ADU guide and the code enforcement guide, or our sell as-is page.
Cash sale. A direct purchase with no showings or financing contingency. See cash home buyers in Coronado and compare the offer with your net from a listing.

At these values, tax on the gain deserves attention: read the capital gains guide before you commit.

How to sell a house in Coronado

Estimate payoff, closing costs and tax on your gain.
Check permits and any open notices.
Request a no-obligation cash offer.
Choose your closing date.
Close with no repairs or showings. Our cash offer process explains each step.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median home value in Coronado?

The Census Bureau reports $2,000,000 or more for owner-occupied homes in Coronado city (ACS 2020-2024). That is the top published category, so an exact median is not available.

What share of Coronado residents own their homes?

The Census owner-occupied housing unit rate is 54.6%.

What is the median rent in Coronado?

The Census median gross rent for 2020-2024 is $3,257 per month.

Is Coronado’s population growing?

The July 1, 2025 Census estimate is 21,094, which is 4.4% above the April 2020 estimates base.

Who reports home sales to the San Diego County Assessor?

The County says the Recorder reports sales and transfers to the Assessor’s Office, which uses them to identify changes in ownership.

Can I sell my Coronado house for cash?

Yes. A cash buyer can purchase it as-is and close on your timeline. Compare the offer with your estimated net from a traditional sale.

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Sources

This guide is general information from public sources, not legal, tax or financial advice. Figures are survey estimates and may differ from current market prices.