Laguna Beach Housing Market Report – March 2026
Here's a look at how the Laguna Beach, CA real estate market performed in March 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 30
- Median Sale Price: $2,800,000
- Average Sale Price: $4,024,598
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $1,884
- Average Days on Market: 91
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 96.8%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to February, the median sale price in Laguna Beach moved 3.4% down (from $2,900,000 to $2,800,000). The number of homes sold was 76.5% up compared to the prior month (17 vs. 30). Average days on market shifted 14.2% down (106 days to 91 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to March 2025, the median sale price is 6.7% down (from $3,000,000 to $2,800,000). Sales volume is 18.9% down year-over-year.
What This Means
March brought a surprising jolt of activity to Laguna Beach after what appears to be a slower winter. Sales volume nearly doubled from February, jumping to 30 homes—a welcome sign for a luxury market that's been cooling. However, the enthusiasm is tempered by price reality: the median sale price dipped 3.4% month-over-month and is down 6.7% year-over-year, suggesting buyers are gaining negotiating power. That said, homes are still selling close to asking at 96.8%, and the average days on market dropped from 106 to 91, indicating buyers are moving faster when they do find something they want.
The inventory situation tells an interesting story. With 210 active listings at a median asking price of $4.1 million, there's substantial choice for buyers—a rarity in Laguna's typically tight market. This abundance is likely keeping price pressure down. The fact that listed homes are averaging 116 days on market suggests sellers are being realistic, or at least learning to be.
The spring market bounce we're seeing could be seasonal, or it might reflect buyers finally taking action after months of hesitation in the higher interest rate environment. Either way, it's a buyer's market in Laguna Beach right now—relatively speaking.
Laguna Beach Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92651 | 30 | $2,800,000 | $1,884 | 91 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 20 | $3,412,500 | $1,985 |
| CONDOS | 5 | $1,500,000 | $2,043 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 4 | $2,450,000 | $1,365 |
| MOBILE | 1 | $377,000 | $302 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $300K - $399K | 1 |
| $750K+ | 29 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 210 active listings in Laguna Beach with a median asking price of $4,122,500 and an average of 116 days on market.
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