Brea Housing Market Report – July 2026
Here's a look at how the Brea, CA real estate market performed in July 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 40
- Median Sale Price: $1,185,000
- Average Sale Price: $1,134,288
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $535
- Average Days on Market: 64
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 100.3%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to June, the median sale price in Brea moved 14.8% up (from $1,032,000 to $1,185,000). The number of homes sold was 5.3% up compared to the prior month (38 vs. 40). Average days on market shifted 12.3% up (57 days to 64 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to July 2025, the median sale price is 3.3% up (from $1,147,000 to $1,185,000). Sales volume is 4.8% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Brea's housing market is showing steady momentum heading into late summer, though the pace of appreciation is cooling compared to earlier in the year. July's median price of $1.185 million represents a healthy 14.8% jump from June, but the year-over-year gain of just 3.3% suggests the market has stabilized after what was likely a stronger spring season. This seasonal dip is typical for Orange County—summer traditionally sees fewer buyers active, which may explain why homes are lingering about a week longer on the market compared to last month.
The strong sale-to-list ratio of 100.3% indicates Brea remains a seller's market, with buyers still willing to meet asking prices. However, inventory is accumulating with 88 active listings—a meaningful cushion that gives buyers more negotiating room than they had earlier this year. The $240,000 gap between the median asking price and median sold price suggests some realistic pricing expectations, or that motivated sellers are adjusting to current conditions.
Overall, this is a balanced market in transition. It's not a frenzy, but it's far from a buyer's market either. For sellers, July shows decent demand; for buyers, there's finally breathing room to be selective without fear of bidding wars.
Brea Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92821 | 37 | $1,162,000 | $523 | 64 |
| 92823 | 3 | $1,325,000 | $683 | 64 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 29 | $1,300,000 | $599 |
| MOBILE | 6 | $312,500 | $196 |
| CONDOS | 3 | $615,000 | $642 |
| TOWNHOMES | 2 | $635,000 | $494 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $100K - $199K | 1 |
| $200K - $299K | 1 |
| $300K - $399K | 3 |
| $400K - $499K | 1 |
| $500K - $749K | 4 |
| $750K+ | 30 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 88 active listings in Brea with a median asking price of $944,925 and an average of 59 days on market.
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