Orange Housing Market Report – July 2026
Here's a look at how the Orange, CA real estate market performed in July 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 103
- Median Sale Price: $1,180,000
- Average Sale Price: $1,294,580
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $644
- Average Days on Market: 64
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 99.5%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to June, the median sale price in Orange moved 1.7% down (from $1,200,000 to $1,180,000). The number of homes sold was 24.1% up compared to the prior month (83 vs. 103). Average days on market shifted 4.9% up (61 days to 64 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to July 2025, the median sale price is 1.7% up (from $1,160,000 to $1,180,000). Sales volume is 19.8% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Orange's real estate market is showing resilience heading into late summer, though with some signs of softening. The 24% jump in sales volume to 103 homes looks impressive on the surface, but this likely reflects improved data collection rather than a genuine market surge. The more telling indicators are the price trends and market timing. While the median price is up a modest 1.7% year-over-year, the month-over-month dip of 1.7% suggests seasonal cooling as we move deeper into summer. Homes are taking slightly longer to sell, with average days on market creeping up to 64 days, indicating buyers aren't quite as rushed as they were earlier in the year.
What's encouraging is the strong sale-to-list ratio of 99.5%, meaning homes are still fetching nearly full asking price. This suggests fair pricing and ongoing demand. The current inventory of 235 active listings provides reasonable selection for buyers, though notably these listings are priced about $65,000 below actual sale prices, which could indicate some sellers are being optimistic with their initial asking prices. The $644 per square foot metric confirms Orange remains an accessible pocket within Orange County compared to coastal markets. Overall, the market feels balanced right now—stable prices, steady sales, but without the urgency we saw earlier in the year.
Orange Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92867 | 38 | $1,292,500 | $677 | 55 |
| 92869 | 29 | $1,230,000 | $608 | 65 |
| 92865 | 17 | $1,095,000 | $618 | 64 |
| 92868 | 12 | $892,500 | $532 | 103 |
| 92866 | 7 | $1,420,000 | $938 | 54 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 71 | $1,233,800 | $685 |
| CONDOS | 13 | $975,000 | $533 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 11 | $1,764,000 | $746 |
| CONDO | 3 | $975,000 | $526 |
| TOWNHOMES | 3 | $730,000 | $546 |
| MOBILE | 2 | $224,950 | $179 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $200K - $299K | 2 |
| $400K - $499K | 1 |
| $500K - $749K | 5 |
| $750K+ | 95 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 235 active listings in Orange with a median asking price of $1,115,000 and an average of 57 days on market.
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