Orange Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Orange, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 90
- Median Sale Price: $1,242,500
- Average Sale Price: $1,260,461
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $652
- Average Days on Market: 55
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 101.0%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Orange moved 16.1% up (from $1,070,000 to $1,242,500). The number of homes sold was 12.5% up compared to the prior month (80 vs. 90). Average days on market shifted 15.4% down (65 days to 55 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 10.0% up (from $1,130,000 to $1,242,500). Sales volume is 57.9% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Orange's real estate market is firing on all cylinders this May, showing genuine momentum across multiple metrics. The median price jump of 16.1% month-over-month is noteworthy, climbing from $1.07 million to $1.24 million, and homes are moving faster with days on market dropping from 65 to 55 days. What's particularly telling is that sellers are actually getting 101% of their asking price on average, a sign of strong buyer demand relative to available inventory. The year-over-year 10% appreciation in median price reflects steady, healthy growth rather than irrational exuberance.
This acceleration likely reflects typical spring seasonality combined with what appears to be a stabilizing interest rate environment. With 195 active listings on the market, inventory remains relatively tight, which naturally supports pricing power. The fact that active homes are sitting for an average of 53 days before selling suggests the supply-demand balance still favors sellers, though the market doesn't feel frenzied.
Single-family homes continue to dominate the market with 61 of 90 sales, reinforcing Orange's appeal to traditional homebuyers. For sellers, conditions remain favorable, while buyers should expect competitive situations and limited negotiating room.
Orange Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92869 | 33 | $1,362,000 | $648 | 62 |
| 92867 | 24 | $1,280,000 | $652 | 47 |
| 92865 | 15 | $1,200,000 | $647 | 50 |
| 92868 | 12 | $1,000,000 | $621 | 68 |
| 92866 | 6 | $929,950 | $732 | 34 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 61 | $1,362,000 | $689 |
| CONDOS | 14 | $682,500 | $602 |
| TOWNHOMES | 7 | $695,000 | $552 |
| CONDO | 4 | $745,000 | $562 |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 3 | $1,400,000 | N/A |
| MOBILE | 1 | $100,000 | $149 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $100K - $199K | 1 |
| $400K - $499K | 3 |
| $500K - $749K | 13 |
| $750K+ | 73 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 195 active listings in Orange with a median asking price of $1,150,000 and an average of 53 days on market.
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