Huntington Beach Housing Market Report – April 2026
Here's a look at how the Huntington Beach, CA real estate market performed in April 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 134
- Median Sale Price: $1,273,500
- Average Sale Price: $1,358,461
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $796
- Average Days on Market: 62
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 98.6%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to March, the median sale price in Huntington Beach moved 3.8% down (from $1,323,500 to $1,273,500). The number of homes sold was 8.2% down compared to the prior month (146 vs. 134). Average days on market shifted 1.6% up (61 days to 62 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to April 2025, the median sale price is 0.1% down (from $1,275,000 to $1,273,500). Sales volume is 8.8% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Huntington Beach's spring market is cooling off faster than expected. Sales dropped 8.2% from March to April, and we're seeing the first meaningful price decline in months—down 3.8% to a median of $1.27 million. While the year-over-year comparison shows prices are essentially flat, the month-to-month weakness suggests we're entering a softer patch. April typically brings seasonal strength to coastal markets, so this dip is worth paying attention to. It likely reflects a combination of lingering affordability concerns at these price points and buyers taking a more cautious approach as they assess where interest rates are heading.
The silver lining is that the market hasn't fallen off a cliff. Homes are still selling at 98.6% of asking price, and days on market has barely budged at 62 days. Sellers are adjusting their expectations gradually, which is healthy. However, the 493 active listings represent meaningful inventory, and the gap between median list price ($1.05 million) and median sale price ($1.27 million) shows premium properties are driving sales while entry-level homes are stalling. If you're selling, it's worth being realistic about pricing. If you're buying, this is the first time in a while when negotiations might actually work in your favor.
Huntington Beach Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92646 | 45 | $925,000 | $767 | 65 |
| 92648 | 44 | $1,422,500 | $828 | 72 |
| 92649 | 25 | $1,350,000 | $813 | 53 |
| 92647 | 20 | $1,182,175 | $769 | 44 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 87 | $1,489,000 | $900 |
| CONDOS | 28 | $765,000 | $715 |
| MOBILE | 11 | $195,000 | $157 |
| TOWNHOMES | 7 | $1,085,000 | $770 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 1 | $1,350,000 | $591 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 1 |
| $100K - $199K | 5 |
| $200K - $299K | 6 |
| $400K - $499K | 1 |
| $500K - $749K | 16 |
| $750K+ | 105 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 493 active listings in Huntington Beach with a median asking price of $1,050,000 and an average of 62 days on market.
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