Newport Beach Housing Market Report – March 2026
Here's a look at how the Newport Beach, CA real estate market performed in March 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 76
- Median Sale Price: $2,732,500
- Average Sale Price: $4,117,651
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $1,486
- Average Days on Market: 104
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 96.0%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to February, the median sale price in Newport Beach moved 21.8% down (from $3,495,000 to $2,732,500). The number of homes sold was 68.9% up compared to the prior month (45 vs. 76). Average days on market shifted 14.3% up (91 days to 104 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to March 2025, the median sale price is 15.2% down (from $3,223,750 to $2,732,500). Sales volume is 11.8% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Newport Beach's luxury market is showing some fascinating mixed signals this March. Sales volume jumped nearly 69 percent month-over-month, which looks great on the surface, but the median price dropped sharply—down nearly 22 percent from February and 15 percent year-over-year. What's happening here? Likely a seasonal spring uptick in buyer activity combined with more moderately-priced homes closing escrow. That 96 percent sale-to-list ratio suggests sellers still have decent negotiating power, but the rising days-on-market (now 104 days, up from 91) tells us homes aren't moving quite as quickly as they were. Interest rates remain a headwind for the luxury segment.
The inventory picture is telling too. With 297 active listings and a median asking price of $4.4 million, there's meaningful supply here—especially compared to the historical supply constraints in Orange County. Single-family homes dominate the sales mix (38 of 76), which makes sense for this market. The gap between median and average price suggests a wide range of properties selling, with some higher-end estates pulling the average up significantly. For buyers, this represents a window of opportunity; for sellers, particularly at the high end, patience is becoming more valuable than it was a year ago.
Newport Beach Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92660 | 47 | $2,850,000 | $1,438 | 87 |
| 92663 | 22 | $1,500,000 | $1,376 | 113 |
| 92661 | 4 | $4,325,000 | $2,754 | 161 |
| 92662 | 2 | $5,025,000 | $1,532 | 327 |
| 92625 | 1 | $5,710,000 | $2,172 | 25 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 38 | $4,697,500 | $1,758 |
| CONDOS | 21 | $1,600,000 | $1,274 |
| MOBILE | 5 | $645,000 | $803 |
| TOWNHOMES | 5 | $1,355,000 | $1,007 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 4 | $4,550,000 | $1,801 |
| CONDO | 3 | $2,142,000 | $1,004 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $400K - $499K | 1 |
| $500K - $749K | 5 |
| $750K+ | 70 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 297 active listings in Newport Beach with a median asking price of $4,395,000 and an average of 80 days on market.
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