Buyers Return to Orange County—Housing Market Shows New Strength

Orange County's housing market shows strong sales and steady price growth, reflecting a solid rebound. Home sales in Southern California rose 11.3% year-over-year, with Orange County's median home price at about $1.4 million, up slightly. Inventory is low, favoring sellers, while homes sell in around 33 days. Buyers should be prepared and strategic, and sellers benefit from strong demand but must price and present homes well.