Huntington Beach Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Huntington Beach, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 162
- Median Sale Price: $1,322,500
- Average Sale Price: $1,422,940
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $754
- Average Days on Market: 70
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 99.9%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Huntington Beach moved 5.8% up (from $1,250,000 to $1,322,500). The number of homes sold was 3.0% down compared to the prior month (167 vs. 162). Average days on market shifted 9.4% up (64 days to 70 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 5.0% up (from $1,260,000 to $1,322,500). Sales volume is 28.6% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Huntington Beach's housing market is showing resilience even as spring selling season progresses into early summer. The median price climbed to $1,322,500 this month, up 5.8% from April and maintaining a steady 5.0% year-over-year gain. What's particularly telling is the sale-to-list price ratio holding firm at 99.9%, suggesting sellers are still getting their asking prices despite homes taking slightly longer to sell. The uptick in days on market from 64 to 70 is worth noting—it's subtle but signals that the urgency we saw in earlier months is cooling a bit as we move into the slower summer period.
The inventory situation tells an interesting story. With 515 active listings on the market, supply remains relatively tight, yet the median asking price of $1,150,000 sits notably below actual sale prices. This gap suggests listings may be underpriced relative to current market conditions, or perhaps sellers are using conservative pricing strategies to generate competition. Either way, it's creating a dynamic where buyers are still willing to pay premium prices, even if homes are staying on the market a few days longer than before. For sellers, this remains a favorable market; for buyers, patience is becoming a more valuable asset.
Huntington Beach Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92646 | 49 | $875,000 | $709 | 65 |
| 92648 | 40 | $1,412,000 | $756 | 89 |
| 92649 | 38 | $1,375,000 | $743 | 69 |
| 92647 | 35 | $1,360,000 | $829 | 54 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 91 | $1,480,000 | $893 |
| CONDOS | 26 | $732,500 | $669 |
| MOBILE | 15 | $180,000 | $144 |
| TOWNHOMES | 14 | $937,000 | $678 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 9 | $2,100,000 | N/A |
| CONDO | 7 | $700,000 | $736 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 3 |
| $100K - $199K | 5 |
| $200K - $299K | 6 |
| $300K - $399K | 1 |
| $400K - $499K | 1 |
| $500K - $749K | 25 |
| $750K+ | 121 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 515 active listings in Huntington Beach with a median asking price of $1,150,000 and an average of 69 days on market.
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