August 2025 Market Snapshot
Latest data from Orange County real estate market
Market Temperature
Low inventory driving competition
Price Trend
+3.2% year over year
Buyer Competition
Multiple offers common
Interest Rate Impact
Rates affecting affordability
City-by-City Market Data
Median home prices and key metrics for major Orange County cities
Newport Beach
Irvine
Huntington Beach
Laguna Beach
Mission Viejo
Anaheim
Costa Mesa
Santa Ana
Home Price Distribution
Breakdown of recent home sales by price range in Orange County
6-Month Price Trend
Median home price and sales volume trends
Price & Volume Trends
Market Analysis & Insights
Expert analysis of current market conditions and trends
Inventory Shortage Continues
With only 1.9 months of inventory, Orange County remains in a strong seller's market. Balanced market typically has 4-6 months of supply.
Impact: Buyers should be prepared for competition and quick decisions
Strong Price Growth Continues
Annual price growth of 4.1% shows continued strength in the Orange County market, driven by tech sector growth and limited inventory.
Impact: Strong market fundamentals support continued appreciation
Interest Rate Sensitivity
Current mortgage pricing in the 6-7% range are impacting buyer purchasing power compared to the 3% rates of 2021-2022.
Impact: Affordability remains a challenge for many buyers
Strong Summer Activity
August sales volume of 2,124 homes reflects healthy summer market activity, up 15% from July as buyers compete before fall.
Impact: Fall market may see continued strong demand as inventory remains limited