🏡 Orange County SFR Market Overview (Sep 18, 2025)
The Orange County SFR housing market shows a slight seller's advantage with a Market Action Index (MAI) of 41, unchanged from last month. The median list price is $1,888,888, and inventory has dropped to 2,855 homes, signaling a moderately tight market. However, price cuts and long days on market indicate reduced competition among buyers.
📊 Key SFR Market Metrics
- Market Type: Slight Seller’s Market
- Median List Price: $1,888,888
- Median New Listing Price: $1,399,900
- Price per Sq Ft: $790
- Inventory Level: 2,855 (decreasing)
- Avg Days on Market: 92
- Median Days on Market: 56
- Price Reductions: 36% of listings
- Price Increases: Only 2%
- Relisted Properties: 11%
- Median Rent: $5,900/month
What This Means:
For Buyers (SFR):
- Negotiation Power: Many sellers reducing prices — good for offers below ask.
- Time Advantage: Less urgency; homes are sitting ~3 months.
- High Prices Persist: Still a premium market, especially for high-demand areas.
For Sellers (SFR):
- Price Carefully: Overpricing = longer time & price cuts.
- Prepare for Longer Sales Cycle: Homes not moving quickly.
- Still an Edge: But only slight — staging & timing are critical.
🏢 Orange County Condo Market Summary (Sep 18, 2025)
The condo market in Orange County is showing a slight seller’s advantage with a Market Action Index (MAI) of 40, a small dip from last month. The median list price is $869,949, and inventory is stable at 1,816 units. While pricing remains elevated, the market is showing signs of softening — evident from long listing durations and frequent price reductions.
📊 Condo Market Key Metrics
- Market Action Index: 40 (Slight Seller’s Advantage)
- Median List Price: $869,949
- Median Price of New Listings: $789,880
- Price per Sq Ft: $667
- Inventory Level: 1,816 (steady)
- Average Days on Market: 74
- Median Days on Market: 49
- Price Reductions: 37% of listings
- Price Increases: 2%
- Relisted Properties: 9%
- Median Rent: $3,175/month
What This Means:
For Condo Buyers:
- Opportunities to negotiate: With 37% of condos reducing price and long listing times, buyers can negotiate.
- Stabilizing market: Slight dip in MAI suggests less pressure to act fast.
- Rental alternative: With median rents at $3,175, buying may make sense long-term if financed well.
For Condo Sellers:
- Be strategic with pricing: Overpriced listings are being cut.
- Expect longer marketing time: 1–2 months is the norm.
- Staging + incentives help: To stand out among 1,800+ listings, presentation and competitive terms matter.
🏡 Newport Beach SFR Market Summary (Sep 18, 2025)
The Newport Beach SFR market is showing a slight seller’s advantage with a Market Action Index (MAI) of 31, up from last month’s 30. Although demand has slightly increased, prices remain flat, and homes are spending a long time on the market. With inventory dropping to 181 homes, a tighter supply may lead to future price increases — if buyer activity holds.
📊 Key SFR Market Metrics – Newport Beach
- Market Action Index: 31 (Slight Seller's Advantage)
- Median List Price: $5,995,000
- Median Price of New Listings: $4,995,000
- Price per Sq Ft: $1,770
- Inventory: 181 (decreasing)
- Average Days on Market: 116
- Median Days on Market: 77
- Price Decreased: 35% of listings
- Price Increased: 1%
- Relisted: 9%
- Median Rent: $15,000/month
What This Means:
For SFR Buyers in Newport Beach:
- Leverage in negotiation: With 35% of listings seeing price cuts and 77–116 days on market, there’s room to negotiate.
- Ample time to act: Slow market pace favors due diligence, financing, and legal reviews.
- Luxury market: High price points and rents — this is a high-net-worth buyer market.
For SFR Sellers in Newport Beach:
- Flat pricing: Despite stronger demand, prices have not yet responded.
- Longer timelines: Be ready for 2–4 months to close.
- Prep + positioning matters: With fewer listings, well-presented homes can stand out, especially if priced strategically.
🏢 Newport Beach Condo Market Summary (Sep 18, 2025)
The condo market in Newport Beach holds a slight seller’s advantage with a Market Action Index (MAI) of 43, slightly up from last month’s 42. The median list price is $2,375,000, and inventory has dropped to just 57 units, which is notably low. While the market is stable, reduced supply and steady demand suggest potential price pressure upward if sales volume increases.
📊 Key Condo Market Metrics – Newport Beach
- Market Action Index: 43 (Slight Seller’s Advantage)
- Median List Price: $2,375,000
- Median Price of New Listings: $1,495,000
- Price per Sq Ft: $1,321
- Inventory: 57 (decreasing)
- Average Days on Market: 92
- Median Days on Market: 49
- Price Decreased: 25% of listings
- Price Increased: 0%
- Relisted Properties: 9%
- Median Rent: $3,464/month
What This Means:
For Condo Buyers in Newport Beach:
- Time to negotiate: 92 days on market suggests room for discussions, even in a seller-slanted market.
- Stable to rising prices ahead: With only 57 units available, increased buyer interest may drive up prices.
- Premium market segment: Still an expensive area; good for long-term ownership, less so for value buys.
For Condo Sellers in Newport Beach:
- Low competition: Limited inventory gives sellers some leverage.
- Flat pricing trend: No price increases recorded, so pricing correctly is key.
- Prep to stand out: Despite the low inventory, 25% of listings still reduce price — overpricing backfires.
🏡 Corona Del Mar SFR Market Summary (Sep 18, 2025)
The Corona Del Mar market currently shows a slight buyer’s advantage with a Market Action Index (MAI) of 29, just above last month’s 28. While home sales are beginning to outpace inventory, prices remain stable. With inventory steady at 54 homes and listings sitting on the market for months, the area is favorable for buyers — though conditions could tighten.
📊 Key Market Indicators – Corona Del Mar
- Market Action Index: 29 (Slight Buyer’s Advantage)
- Median List Price: $7,747,500
- Median Price of New Listings: $4,495,000
- Price per Sq Ft: $2,182
- Inventory: 54 (unchanged)
- Average Days on Market: 127
- Median Days on Market: 95
- Price Decreased: 22%
- Price Increased: 0%
- Relisted Properties: 7%
- Median Rent: $19,000/month
What This Means:
For Buyers:
- Negotiation power: Zero price increases and 22% reductions provide leverage on asking prices.
- Time on your side: With homes on market for 3+ months, there's little urgency to rush.
- Premium segment: High-end pricing indicates a luxury and investor-driven market.
For Sellers:
- Buyers are cautious: Long listing periods and steady inventory may lead to slower movement and price reductions.
- Be strategic: Sellers need to stand out with smart pricing, staging, or incentives.
- Market could shift: If inventory tightens, seller leverage may improve in the near future.
🏢 Corona Del Mar Condo Market Summary (Sep 18, 2025)
The condo market in Corona Del Mar currently leans toward a slight buyer’s advantage, with a Market Action Index (MAI) of 27, a decline from last month's 34. Inventory has increased to 34 units, indicating growing supply. While prices have risen recently, this may reflect improved property quality rather than market momentum. Overall, the market is cooling and offers negotiation opportunities for buyers.
📊 Key Condo Market Metrics – Corona Del Mar
- Market Action Index: 27 (Slight Buyer’s Advantage)
- Median List Price: $3,803,900
- Median Price of New Listings: $4,095,000
- Price per Sq Ft: $2,021
- Inventory: 34 (increasing)
- Average Days on Market: 79
- Median Days on Market: 56
- Price Decreased: 38%
- Price Increased: 0%
- Relisted Properties: 15%
- Median Rent: $9,000/month
What This Means:
For Buyers:
- Negotiation power: 38% of condos are seeing price cuts and none are increasing in price.
- More choices: Inventory is rising, making it easier to compare and shop.
- Quality over quantity: Recent price increases likely reflect higher-end listings, not market pressure.
For Sellers:
- Cooler demand: Rising supply and stagnant price growth reduce urgency from buyers.
- Positioning is key: Emphasize quality, staging, and correct pricing to move listings.
- Longer market time: Prepare for 1–2+ months to close; 15% of listings are being relisted.
🏡 Laguna Beach SFR Market Summary (Sep 18, 2025)
The Laguna Beach SFR market is in a slight buyer’s advantage zone, with a Market Action Index (MAI) of 28, unchanged from last month. While inventory has decreased to 166 units, demand hasn't picked up enough to push prices upward. With listings sitting for months and no price increases recorded, the market remains cool and favorable to well-prepared buyers.
📊 Key SFR Market Metrics – Laguna Beach
- Market Action Index: 28 (Slight Buyer’s Advantage)
- Median List Price: $4,995,000
- Median Price of New Listings: $4,672,500
- Price per Sq Ft: $2,014
- Inventory: 166 (declining)
- Average Days on Market: 189
- Median Days on Market: 133
- Price Decreased: 37%
- Price Increased: 0%
- Relisted Properties: 11%
- Median Rent: $11,998/month
What This Means:
For Buyers:
- Strong leverage: No listings are increasing in price, and over a third are seeing reductions.
- Plenty of time: Homes are staying on the market for 4–6 months on average.
- High-end market: Despite buyer advantage, homes remain premium-priced, suitable for strategic or long-term investors.
For Sellers:
- Challenging environment: High days on market, no upward pricing momentum.
- Critical to price right: Overpricing likely results in long delays and eventual reductions.
- Positioning counts: Staging, marketing, and flexibility are essential to attract the few active buyers.
🏢 Laguna Beach Condo Market Overview (Sep 18, 2025)
The Laguna Beach condo market is currently showing a slight seller's advantage, with the Market Action Index (MAI) climbing to 31, up from 28 last month. Despite this, prices have not started increasing, and many listings are still adjusting downward. Inventory has tightened to 31 units, which could lead to upward price pressure if demand picks up.
📊 Key Market Metrics – Condos in Laguna Beach
- Market Action Index: 31 (Slight Seller's Advantage)
- Median List Price: $1,684,000
- Median New Listing Price: $2,872,500
- Price per Sq Ft: $1,450
- Inventory: 31 (declining)
- Average Days on Market: 122
- Median Days on Market: 119
- Price Decreased: 48%
- Price Increased: 0%
- Relisted Properties: 10%
- Median Rent: $6,850/month
What This Means:
For Buyers:
- Price cuts are common: Nearly half of listings are reducing prices, and none are increasing.
- Time to act cautiously: Homes are sitting for 4 months on average — no need to rush.
- Rising seller strength: Low inventory could soon push pricing upward, especially if buyer activity picks up.
For Sellers:
- Better positioning: With fewer listings, well-prepared properties can stand out.
- Watch the trend: If the MAI keeps rising, sellers could gain more leverage.
- Be realistic: The market hasn’t fully turned — 48% of sellers are still cutting prices.
🏡 Costa Mesa SFR Market Summary (Sep 18, 2025)
Costa Mesa remains in a strong seller’s market, with a Market Action Index (MAI) of 45, though this is slightly down from last month’s 47. Despite the drop, demand continues to outpace inventory, which has increased to 67 homes. Prices have recently flattened, but unless buyer demand softens further, sellers still have the upper hand.
📊 Key Market Metrics – Costa Mesa SFR
- Market Action Index: 45 (Strong Seller's Market)
- Median List Price: $1,799,000
- Median Price of New Listings: $1,549,000
- Price per Sq Ft: $968
- Inventory: 67 (rising)
- Average Days on Market: 65
- Median Days on Market: 35
- Price Decreased: 37%
- Price Increased: 0%
- Relisted Properties: 15%
- Median Rent: $5,900/month
What This Means:
For Buyers:
- Limited selection, fast pace: Homes are selling in just over a month median — act quickly if serious.
- Still room to negotiate: 37% of listings have had price reductions, and none have gone up.
- High cost per sq ft: Pricing suggests a competitive, mid-to-high tier market segment.
For Sellers:
- Strong position: MAI remains in seller’s market territory; low days on market favor well-priced listings.
- But watch momentum: A softening MAI and rising inventory could lead to weaker pricing power soon.
- Overpricing risk: With 15% relist rate and 0% price increases, strategic pricing is essential.
🏢 Costa Mesa Condo Market Summary (Sep 18, 2025)
Costa Mesa’s condo market is currently in a strong seller’s market, with the Market Action Index (MAI) rising to 52, up from 51 last month. The median list price is $1,270,000, and inventory has dropped to just 27 units. Demand remains high and supply low, which is helping to sustain upward pricing pressure despite 37% of listings seeing price reductions.
📊 Key Condo Market Metrics – Costa Mesa
- Market Action Index: 52 (Strong Seller’s Market)
- Median List Price: $1,270,000
- Median Price of New Listings: $1,122,500
- Price per Sq Ft: $727
- Inventory: 27 (decreasing)
- Average Days on Market: 78
- Median Days on Market: 35
- Price Decreased: 37%
- Price Increased: 7%
- Relisted Properties: 7%
- Median Rent: $3,000/month
What This Means:
For Buyers:
- Tight competition: Low inventory and rising MAI signal limited choices and pressure to act faster.
- Some negotiation room: While still a seller’s market, 37% of listings have seen price reductions.
- Prices climbing: Upward trend in both MAI and price increases (7%) suggests a firming market.
For Sellers:
- Strong position: Fast-moving market with low inventory gives sellers significant leverage.
- Still pricing sensitivity: Over a third of listings are still being reduced, so overpricing can backfire.
- Short time on market: Median time to sell is just over a month, if priced and marketed right.
🏡 Huntington Beach SFR Market Summary (Sep 18, 2025)
The Huntington Beach SFR market is currently in a strong seller’s market, with a Market Action Index (MAI) of 48, holding steady from last month. While prices have not shown significant upward movement, the low inventory level (163 homes) and consistent demand keep the market tilted in favor of sellers. Any sustained increase in demand could quickly reignite price growth.
📊 Key SFR Market Metrics – Huntington Beach
- Market Action Index: 48 (Strong Seller’s Market)
- Median List Price: $1,899,900
- Median Price of New Listings: $1,599,500
- Price per Sq Ft: $881
- Inventory: 163 (declining)
- Average Days on Market: 98
- Median Days on Market: 49
- Price Decreased: 37%
- Price Increased: 2%
- Relisted Properties: 14%
- Median Rent: $5,500/month
What This Means:
For Buyers:
- Challenging environment: Strong seller market and low inventory mean competition is high.
- Some flexibility exists: 37% of listings have dropped prices — leverage is possible with stale or overlisted homes.
- Time-sensitive: Median days on market is under 50 — well-priced homes may move quickly.
For Sellers:
- Still in control: MAI of 48 signals seller leverage, even without price spikes.
- Room for strategic pricing: Despite favorable market, 37% price reductions suggest buyers are value-conscious.
- Short market cycle: Homes are typically selling within 6–7 weeks if priced well.
🏢 Huntington Beach Condo Market Summary (Sep 18, 2025)
The Huntington Beach condo market holds a slight seller’s advantage, with a Market Action Index (MAI) of 42, slightly down from last month's 43. The median list price is $884,499, with inventory at 112 units, keeping the market balanced but still favorable for sellers. Price movement has been stable, but with nearly half of listings seeing reductions, buyers have room to negotiate.
📊 Key Condo Market Metrics – Huntington Beach
- Market Action Index: 42 (Slight Seller’s Advantage)
- Median List Price: $884,499
- Median Price of New Listings: $799,000
- Price per Sq Ft: $703
- Inventory: 112 (decreasing)
- Average Days on Market: 66
- Median Days on Market: 46
- Price Decreased: 46%
- Price Increased: 2%
- Relisted Properties: 8%
- Median Rent: $3,462/month
What This Means:
For Buyers:
- Room to negotiate: 46% of listings have reduced prices — nearly half the market.
- Stable pricing trends: The market isn’t moving sharply, giving space for measured decisions.
- Inventory is decent: With 112 listings, there are solid options to compare before purchasing.
For Sellers:
- Still in seller territory: Market conditions slightly favor sellers, but leverage is weakening.
- Price carefully: Nearly half of listings are getting cut, signaling overpricing risks.
- Sales cycle is moderate: Median sale timeline is about 1.5 months — efficient but not rushed.
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