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San Diego Average HOA Fees (2026)

San Diego Metro · Data last updated 2026

68% above national average

San Diego's master-planned communities and condo developments mean roughly 55% of homes are HOA-governed.

Monthly HOA fee averages

Condo

$490/mo

National avg: $291/mo

$199 above avg
Single-Family Home

$240/mo

National avg: $170/mo

$70 above avg
Townhome

$355/mo

National avg: $215/mo

$140 above avg

Why HOA fees look the way they do in San Diego

Coastal amenities, high property values, and San Diego's large master-planned community stock keep HOA fees elevated.

What HOA fees typically cover in San Diego
  • Exterior maintenance
  • Common area insurance
  • Landscaping
  • Water/sewer
  • Trash
Common amenities in San Diego HOAs
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Clubhouse
  • Beach Access
  • Tennis Courts

Why do HOA fees vary within San Diego?

Even within the same city, fees can range from under $50/month to over $2,000/month depending on several factors:

  • Amenity level — communities with golf courses, full-time staff, or resort-style pools carry significantly higher fees than basic landscaping-only HOAs.
  • Building age — older buildings typically require higher reserve contributions and more frequent major repairs.
  • Reserve fund health — an underfunded HOA may have artificially low fees today but face a large special assessment in the future.
  • Property type — condos in high-rise buildings generally carry higher fees than detached SFH communities due to shared building system costs.

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Fee data represents estimates based on available market data and public HOA disclosures. Actual fees vary widely by community, amenities, building age, and reserve funding status. This page provides general reference information only — not financial or legal advice. Always request an HOA's current budget and reserve study before purchasing. Last updated: 2026.