New Listings Rise as Summer Comes to a Close

As summer winds down, we’re seeing fresh momentum in the Orange County market: new U.S. home listings have ticked up by 1.2%, reaching a three-month high. At the same time, pending sales have slipped 1.3%, marking their lowest point since March, while the median asking price edged down by 0.1%. Interestingly, the median sale price is still up 1.8% year-over-year—reflecting how resilient demand remains, even with higher mortgage rates and a bit of economic uncertainty in the air. Our team’s approach is always to analyze these shifts through the lens of your unique goals, whether you’re considering selling, buying, or investing. In a market that’s always moving, a tailored strategy matters more than ever.