Capital Management Realty, Inc. · Hyper-Local Snapshot
Fountain Valley
Housing Market
A strategic, data-driven look at where the local market stands today — so you can move with clarity and confidence.
Updated June 2026 · Data: Redfin MLS, May 2026
Median Sale Price
$1.50M
Up 11.0% year-over-year as of May 2026 — the strongest annual gain in recent years. (Source: Redfin)
Median Days on Market
28 Days
Homes are moving faster than last year (31 days), with hot listings going pending in as few as 16 days.
Homes Sold
94 Homes
94 homes closed in May 2026. 56.7% sold above list price, with a sale-to-list ratio of 101.1%.
The Market Dynamic
Fountain Valley's market has accelerated sharply heading into summer 2026. With median prices up 11% year-over-year and homes averaging just 28 days on market — down from 31 days last year — this is one of Orange County's strongest performing submarkets right now. The Redfin Compete Score sits at 86 out of 100, placing it firmly in "Very Competitive" territory. Multiple offers remain common, and the average home is selling at 101.1% of list price.
For Buyers
Competition is real — many homes receive multiple offers and hot listings go pending in under 16 days. Come prepared with pre-approval, a clear offer strategy, and flexibility on contingencies. Homes priced fairly are not sitting, so waiting rarely works in your favor here.
For Sellers
Conditions are strongly in your favor. With 56.7% of homes selling above list and a 101.1% sale-to-list ratio, presentation and precise pricing are the difference between a good outcome and a great one. Turnkey homes in sought-after pockets are commanding significant premiums.
The Market Sweet Spot
The core velocity of the local market is heavily concentrated in the $1.0M to $2.0M range. Highly sought-after neighborhoods with larger family footprints — such as Green Valley, residential pockets bordering Mile Square Park, and homes featuring extensive modern updates — continue to yield the highest demand, dense foot traffic at open houses, and clean execution timelines.
Green Valley
Mile Square Park Area
Modern Updates
$1M – $2M Range
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