Yorba Linda Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Yorba Linda, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 58
- Median Sale Price: $1,372,500
- Average Sale Price: $1,429,362
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $632
- Average Days on Market: 57
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 99.8%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Yorba Linda moved 11.8% up (from $1,228,000 to $1,372,500). The number of homes sold was 18.3% down compared to the prior month (71 vs. 58). Average days on market shifted 5.0% down (60 days to 57 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 5.6% up (from $1,300,000 to $1,372,500). Sales volume is 10.8% down year-over-year.
What This Means
Yorba Linda's May housing market shows classic late spring behavior, with strong price appreciation but weakening momentum. The median price jumped 11.8% month-over-month to $1,372,500, continuing an upward trajectory that's now 5.6% higher than last year. However, the month-over-month sales decline from 71 to 58 homes should be viewed cautiously given recent data collection improvements—this may reflect normal seasonal patterns rather than a genuine market shift. What's more telling is that homes are selling faster, with days on market dropping five days, and sellers are holding firm at 99.8% of asking price. This suggests steady buyer demand despite higher prices.
The inventory picture reveals a market in transition. With 184 active listings sporting a median ask of $1,474,500, supply is climbing relative to sales velocity. The gap between active listings' DOM (63 days) and recently sold homes (57 days) hints that newer inventory is taking slightly longer to move. Mortgage rates and summer seasonality will likely influence June's activity, but right now Yorba Linda feels like a seller's market that's gradually shifting toward more balanced conditions. Buyers should expect competition, while sellers facing price resistance may need patience or realistic expectations.
Yorba Linda Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92886 | 39 | $1,450,000 | $634 | 57 |
| 92887 | 19 | $1,210,000 | $627 | 56 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 45 | $1,488,000 | $655 |
| CONDOS | 7 | $565,000 | $562 |
| CONDO | 3 | $565,000 | $625 |
| TOWNHOMES | 2 | $1,046,000 | $600 |
| MOBILE | 1 | $220,000 | $161 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| $200K - $299K | 1 |
| $300K - $399K | 1 |
| $500K - $749K | 6 |
| $750K+ | 50 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 184 active listings in Yorba Linda with a median asking price of $1,474,500 and an average of 63 days on market.
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