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BUYER BRIEFING Orange, CA
Orange, CA Market Analysis

Why now is a good time to buy in Orange, CA.

This is a tight seller's market with limited inventory, but strong buyer activity and moderating price momentum create windows of opportunity for prepared buyers.

Median Months of Inventory

How long to sell all current listings at the current pace. Under 4 months is a seller's market; over 6 favors buyers.
Median Months of Inventory Single Family (Sep 2025 – Sep 2026)
Median Months of Inventory Single Family (Sep 2025 – Sep 2026) in ORANGE, CA — latest: 1.67 (Sep 2026)
Price & Value
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Median Months of Inventory: How long to sell all current listings at the current pace. Under 4 months is a seller's market; over 6 favors buyers.
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Months of Inventory
1.67
Down to 1.67 months; under 3 months signals limited supply and high competition for homes.
Days on Market
35 days
Holding steady at 35 days; slower pace than peak gives buyers more time to inspect and negotiate.
Median Home Price
$1.40M
Flat at $1.40M in recent months; price stability rewards quick action before any seasonal surge.
Price per Sq Ft
$698
Slight uptick to $698/sqft, up +3.2% YoY; buying now locks in lower per-foot basis before further gains.
What This Means

Act fast, but you have some leverage.

Inventory is tight and competition is real, but homes are sitting slightly longer than peak and sellers aren't pushing prices higher. Move quickly on the right property, but use the extra inspection time and steady pricing to negotiate smartly.

Honest Caveats

Market action favors sellers (44.8 index). Competition remains fierce and inventory near lows, so prepared offers will still face multiple bids on popular homes.

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Matt Croteau
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matt@mattsellsoc.com (949) 776-7948
Source: September 2025 - September 2026 Market Data
Updated September 2026