Top 5 Trends in the Coastal Orange County Real Estate Market 2025

Missy Wiesen
Jul 1
3 min read

Top Trends Driving the Coastal Orange County Real Estate Market in 2025

Let’s be honest — the Coastal Orange County real estate market doesn’t follow national trends. While real estate headlines across the country are talking high interest rates and affordability concerns, things here in Coastal OC are far more nuanced — and frankly, a lot more exciting.

Luxury coastal home in Corona del Mar with manicured landscaping, white fencing, and elegant architectural details, shaded by mature trees. — Ultra-luxury buyers in Coastal OC are prioritizing turnkey elegance. Homes like this one in Corona Del Mar, with timeless curb appeal and designer finishes, are still moving fast when priced and presented right.

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Let’s break down the top trends shaping Coastal Orange County real estate in 2025 — and what they mean for you.

1. Coastal Resilience Defies National Housing Trends

Across the U.S., buyer sentiment has shifted. Redfin and Zillow report more homes selling below asking price, more price cuts, and longer days on market. But the Coastal Orange County real estate market tells a different story.

In my latest post, The Current State of the Coastal Orange County Real Estate Market, I broke it down city by city:

Laguna Niguel and Dana Point remain strong, with stable or slightly rising inventory.
In Corona del Mar, homes are averaging just 58 days on market.
35% of coastal homes are selling in under 10 days.
Quick sales are closing 5% above those that sit.

This isn’t a buyer’s market — it’s a strategic seller’s market, driven by local dynamics.

2. Ultra-Luxury Homes Continue Gaining Momentum

The $5M+ segment of the Coastal Orange County real estate market remains vibrant — if you know how to price correctly. One of my ultra-luxury buyers recently landed backup offers on two homes — both sold in under a week.

Even with interest rates and global uncertainty, top-tier homes are moving fast when they’re positioned well. Learn more in my blog Buyer Market Trends to see how these high-net-worth buyers are behaving right now.

3. Inventory Shifts Across Coastal Orange County

Inventory is always a hot topic — but in Coastal OC, the story is hyper-local. Just in the past two weeks:

Newport Beach: 259 → 263
Corona del Mar (CDM): 85 → 88
Laguna Beach: 239 → 236
Laguna Niguel: steady at 166
Dana Point: 117 → 135

Dana Point’s 15% spike is the biggest — but even that doesn’t tip the market. Coastal OC has a limited footprint. No one’s building more oceanfront. This keeps supply tight and home values resilient.

If inventory remains low, a crash simply isn't on the horizon.

4. Walkability & Urban Hubs: What Buyers Want Now

Walkability is trending — and cities like Laguna Niguel are responding. The 2045 General Plan includes mixed-use centers and better transit. Buyers are noticing.

I covered this in Laguna Niguel Gets Its Downtown and What’s Ahead for Laguna Niguel. These aren’t just city plans — they’re catalysts for long-term home value growth.

If your home is near a new urban hub? You may be sitting on serious equity.

Conceptual rendering of the Laguna Niguel City Center featuring landscaped public gathering spaces, boutique storefronts, and outdoor seating areas surrounded by trees and walking paths at sunset. — A vision for the future. The Laguna Niguel City Center redevelopment aims to create a walkable community hub with shops, dining, and vibrant green space.

5. Smart Buyers, Smarter Sellers: Strategy in 2025

With mortgage rates around 6.67%, today’s Coastal OC buyers — especially in the $1.5M–$2.5M range — are cautious but savvy.

We’re seeing:

Strategic offers on listings 30+ days old
Immediate interest in homes that "check all the boxes"
Buyer psychology that’s influenced by rates, but not ruled by them

For sellers, this means strategy matters more than ever. Price positioning, marketing, and expert guidance can make or break your deal. That’s where I come in.

Final Thoughts: Coastal OC Real Estate Stands Alone

The Coastal Orange County real estate market is unlike anywhere else. From Newport Beach to Laguna Niguel, real estate here is deeply local — even hyper-local.

National headlines may suggest one thing. But if you want the real story? Look at the numbers — and talk to someone who lives and breathes this market.