From Newport Coast to Corona Del Mar — What's Really Happening in the Market?
Whether you're ready to list or waiting for the perfect property to pop up, the coastal Orange County real estate market is closing out 2025 with mixed signals. We're seeing a slight seller’s advantage across most cities — but high days on market and price cuts hint that buyers have leverage, especially on stale listings.
📍 Orange County (All Areas)
🏡 Single-Family Homes
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Median List Price: $1,950,000
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Price per SqFt: $790
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Avg. Days on Market: 114
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Median Rent: $5,500/month
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Inventory: 1,698
💡 Seller Tip: Price with precision — demand is strong but buyers are value-conscious.
💡 Buyer Tip: Don’t hesitate to write offers on listings past 90 days. There’s room to negotiate.
Condos
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Median List Price: $828,854
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Price per SqFt: $651
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Avg. Days on Market: 94
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Median Rent: $3,059/month
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Inventory: 1,203
💡 Seller Tip: Condos priced under $700/sqft are seeing the most traction. Avoid the temptation to over-list.
💡 Buyer Tip: Low HOA inventory makes winter a smart time to act.
Newport Coast
🏡 Single-Family Homes
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Median List Price: $17,000,000
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Price per SqFt: $2,441
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Avg. Days on Market: 221
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Median Rent: $11,250/month
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Inventory: 30
💡 Seller Tip: Ultra-luxury listings need bold, realistic pricing. The $20M+ tier is cooling.
💡 Buyer Tip: Properties sitting >6 months are primed for offers below ask.
Condos
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Median List Price: $2,474,000
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Price per SqFt: $1,283
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Avg. Days on Market: 124
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Median Rent: $4,263/month
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Inventory: 6
💡 Seller Tip: Don’t wait for spring — low inventory gives you leverage now if priced sharply.
💡 Buyer Tip: One of the few times a deal in Newport Coast is even possible — use it.
Newport Beach
🏡 Single-Family Homes
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Median List Price: $5,972,500
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Price per SqFt: $1,790
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Avg. Days on Market: 164
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Median Rent: $14,000/month
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Inventory: 132
💡 Seller Tip: High rent demand keeps pricing stable. List now to beat the spring flood.
💡 Buyer Tip: Ask about rental history — potential for 5-figure monthly returns.
Condos
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Median List Price: $1,799,000
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Price per SqFt: $1,084
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Avg. Days on Market: 122
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Median Rent: $3,622/month
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Inventory: 35
💡 Seller Tip: Homes below $1,100/sqft are moving — everything else needs polish or price cuts.
💡 Buyer Tip: Don’t wait for more options — inventory is tight.
Corona Del Mar
🏡 Single-Family Homes
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Median List Price: $7,747,499
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Price per SqFt: $2,322
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Avg. Days on Market: 138
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Median Rent: $16,000/month
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Inventory: 34
💡 Seller Tip: Luxury demand is still strong — but only if your listing is show-ready and priced in line with recent comps.
💡 Buyer Tip: This is prime time to find view properties sitting longer than they should.
Condos
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Median List Price: $2,972,500
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Price per SqFt: $1,991
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Avg. Days on Market: 114
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Median Rent: $8,738/month
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Inventory: 22
💡 Seller Tip: CDM condos with updated finishes are still outperforming. Invest in prep.
💡 Buyer Tip: Rents are strong here — perfect for investors who want top-of-market yield.
Bottom Line
Across OC, inventory is tight, but days on market are climbing, which means the best-performing listings are the ones priced closest to market value — not aspirational numbers.
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