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Why September 2025 Matters for Orange County Real Estate

September traditionally marks a turning point in Southern California housing. Families have wrapped up summer moves, schools are back in session, and serious buyers re-emerge after seasonal slowdowns. In Orange County—particularly Costa Mesa and Huntington Beach—this year’s September data reveals powerful shifts that buyers, sellers, and investors can’t afford to ignore.

Insight #1: Inventory Levels Hit an All-Time Low
  • Costa Mesa inventory dropped 14% year-over-year, limiting options for first-time buyers.
  • Huntington Beach saw a 10% decline in active listings, largely due to homeowners holding onto low-rate mortgages.
Costa Mesa Inventory Breakdown
  • Median days on…

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In August 2025, Orange County’s housing market is shifting gears. After years of runaway growth, the latest data shows a softening in countywide prices even as select pockets like Costa Mesa and Huntington Beach continue to showcase resilience. Median home prices across Orange County slipped by $55,000 compared to the previous month, dropping from $1.23 million to $1.175 million. Yet Costa Mesa recorded a strong year-over-year (YoY) increase of 8.8%, while Southeast Huntington Beach (especially the sought-after 92649 zip code) saw steady appreciation of nearly 5%.

This mixed bag of trends creates a fascinating landscape for buyers, sellers, and investors. With homes staying on the market longer—averaging 91 days, the longest since 2014—and over 60%…

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