Imperial Beach real estate agent for buying, selling, and ADUs.
I’m Zach, a real estate broker at Utmost. I’ve personally closed $201 million in home sales across 267 transactions, I’ve helped Imperial Beach buyers and sellers with everything from condos to single-family homes near the beach, and I help owners plan ADUs here too.
Market figures: Redfin, 91932, September 2026. Updated monthly.
Recent Imperial Beach Sales
Represented the seller. Sold over the list price.
Represented the buyer, then sold the home for him the next year.
Represented the sellers. Sold over the original list price.
Selling on 5th Street
I helped my client buy this Imperial Beach home, then listed it for him the next year. It sold for $35,000 over the list price and $45,000 more than he paid.
The Imperial Beach housing market
In September 2026, the median home in 91932 sold for $861,497, down 0.4% from a year earlier. Homes sold in a median of 50 days, for 97.2% of list price on average, and 43 homes sold, compared with 47 a year before.
If you’re selling
Prices are flat from last year and homes are taking about seven weeks to sell, with buyers negotiating below list price. Pricing from the right nearby sales and launching ready to show matters more in a slower market like this one.
If you’re buying
Imperial Beach offers condos, townhomes, and single-family homes near the beach and the bay, often at lower prices than other coastal cities in the county. Buyers have more room to negotiate right now, so get pre-approved and be ready to make a strong, well-priced offer.
If you own and want more income
Many Imperial Beach lots have room for a detached ADU or a garage conversion. Most of the city is in the coastal zone, so plan for a coastal permit before you design.
Imperial Beach neighborhoods
Near the pier
Homes, condos, and townhomes close to the Imperial Beach Pier, Pier Plaza, and Seacoast Drive, with the sand, restaurants, and surf shops a short walk away.
Central Imperial Beach
Single-family homes, duplexes, and small apartment buildings on the grid of numbered streets between Seacoast Drive and Interstate 5, with shopping along Palm Avenue.
Along the bay and estuary
The north side of town faces South San Diego Bay and the Bayshore Bikeway, while the south edge borders the Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve and its trails.
Schools: most Imperial Beach homes are in the South Bay Union School District and the Sweetwater Union High School District. Check boundaries for a specific address on the district site.
Imperial Beach puts the pier, the estuary trails, and the bay a few minutes from most homes, with Interstate 5 nearby for the drive to downtown San Diego. I’ll help you find the street that fits.
Adding an ADU in Imperial Beach
Imperial Beach is its own city, so ADUs follow the City of Imperial Beach’s rules. Here is what shapes most projects.
- How many: a single-family lot can usually add one ADU and one JADU of up to 500 square feet, converted from space inside the home.
- Size and setbacks: a detached ADU can be up to 1,200 square feet and 16 feet tall, or 18 feet near major transit, with 4-foot side and rear setbacks.
- Coastal permit: about 87% of Imperial Beach is in the coastal zone, where new ADUs and most conversions need a coastal permit. The city’s Parcel Viewer shows which agency handles your lot.
- Parking: usually none required within a half mile of major transit or for conversions. Check whether your address qualifies before you plan a parking space.
- Rules change, so confirm details with the City of Imperial Beach before you design.
What clients say
“We appreciated how Zach explained each step to us and what we could expect to happen next. Zach is very quick at getting back to you and making sure everything is taken care of.”
“Zack helped me buy my first home and I was so awesome working with him. He was honest, transparent, and know what he’s doing.”
“Zach has so many connections in the industry... from options for loans and inspections prior to purchase, to handymen and house cleaners for once the house closes.”
Imperial Beach questions
Who is a good real estate agent in Imperial Beach?
Look for an agent with recent Imperial Beach purchases and sales, strong reviews, and a clear plan for pricing or offers. I’m a real estate broker who has personally closed $201 million in home sales across 267 transactions, and I have a 5.0-star rating from 163 Google reviews.
How much is my Imperial Beach home worth?
It depends on recent sales of similar homes near yours. The median home in 91932 sold for $861,497 in September 2026, but values vary a lot between condos, homes on the numbered streets, and homes near the beach and pier. Request a free value analysis and I’ll price your home from nearby sold homes.
How long does it take to sell a home in Imperial Beach?
Homes in 91932 sold in a median of 50 days in September 2026. Most sellers spend another two to three weeks getting ready to list, and escrow usually takes about 30 days after an offer is accepted.
Can I build an ADU on my Imperial Beach property?
Most single-family lots in Imperial Beach can add a detached ADU of up to 1,200 square feet and a JADU of up to 500 square feet, under City of Imperial Beach rules. The coastal permit is the detail to check first.
Is my Imperial Beach home in the coastal zone?
Most likely. About 87% of Imperial Beach lies within the coastal zone, which adds a coastal permit step to many building projects, including ADUs. The city’s Parcel Viewer shows the status for a specific address.
Can you help me sell my Imperial Beach home and buy my next one?
Yes. I coordinate both sides so your sale and purchase line up, and as a licensed loan originator I can help you understand financing for the next home.
Buying or selling in Imperial Beach?
Start with a value analysis from recent Imperial Beach sales, or call me to talk through your plans.