By the Numbers: What the Last 7 Days Tell Us About Huntington Beach Real Estate
Updated August 26, 2026
If you're wondering what the Huntington Beach real estate market looks like right now, the latest seven days of single-family residence activity give us a useful snapshot of inventory, pricing, buyer activity, and how differently homes are performing across the city.
There are currently 146 active single-family homes for sale in Huntington Beach, with a median asking price of approximately $2.29 million.
There are also 7 Coming Soon properties, while another 47 homes are already pending or active under contract.
The numbers tell a more interesting story when we look at the market by ZIP code, price point, and days on market.
Here's what the latest activity is telling us.
Huntington Beach Real Estate Market at a Glance
ACTIVE SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
146
COMING SOON HOMES
7
PENDING / ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT
47
MEDIAN ACTIVE LIST PRICE
$2,288,500
AVERAGE ACTIVE LIST PRICE
$2,791,802
MEDIAN ACTIVE PRICE PER SQ. FT.
$910
MEDIAN DAYS ON MARKET — ACTIVE HOMES
40 Days
MEDIAN LIST PRICE — PENDING HOMES
$1,325,000
MEDIAN LIST PRICE — ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT
$1,599,450
ACTIVE HOME PRICE RANGE
$1.03M – $11.75M
Source: CRMLS single-family residence activity for Huntington Beach, California, based on the latest seven-day market export provided for this analysis. MLS data changes continuously as properties are listed, repriced, placed under contract, or otherwise updated.
How Much Does a Home Cost in Huntington Beach Right Now?
The median asking price for an active single-family home in Huntington Beach is currently approximately $2.29 million.
But, as always, the citywide median only tells part of the story.
The current active inventory ranges from approximately $1.03 million to $11.75 million, illustrating just how segmented the Huntington Beach housing market can be.
Neighborhood, proximity to the beach, lot size, views, condition, square footage, and overall property quality can all have a major impact on value.
That is why looking at the median price alone isn't enough when determining what a particular Huntington Beach home is worth.
Huntington Beach Home Prices by ZIP Code
One of the clearest ways to see the differences across Huntington Beach is to break the active inventory down by ZIP code.
92646
35 Active Homes
$1,798,000 Median Asking Price
20 Days Median on Market
$862 Median Price Per Sq. Ft.
92647
18 Active Homes
$1,499,500 Median Asking Price
38.5 Days Median on Market
$824 Median Price Per Sq. Ft.
92648
43 Active Homes
$2,650,000 Median Asking Price
48 Days Median on Market
$1,031 Median Price Per Sq. Ft.
92649
50 Active Homes
$2,885,000 Median Asking Price
46 Days Median on Market
$940 Median Price Per Sq. Ft.
The ZIP-code numbers reinforce something Huntington Beach buyers and sellers already know: there isn't one Huntington Beach market.
The median asking price in 92649 is nearly twice that of 92647, while 92648 currently commands the highest median price per square foot among the four ZIP codes.
Even within each ZIP code, individual neighborhoods and properties can perform very differently.
Are Huntington Beach Homes Still Moving?
Yes — buyers are still making moves.
The current dataset includes 42 homes that are active under contract and another 5 that are pending, meaning 47 properties have already progressed beyond the traditional active-listing stage.
The median list price of those active-under-contract properties is approximately $1.60 million, while pending homes have a median list price of approximately $1.33 million.
That is an important reminder that buyer activity isn't limited to Huntington Beach's highest-priced homes.
There is demand across a broad range of price points, particularly for properties that are appropriately priced and positioned for today's buyers.
How Long Are Huntington Beach Homes Sitting on the Market?
The median active home has been on the market for approximately 40 days.
But the ZIP-code breakdown tells an even more interesting story.
Homes in 92646 currently have the shortest median market time at 20 days, compared with 38.5 days in 92647, 48 days in 92648, and 46 days in 92649.
That difference matters.
It suggests that buyers aren't treating every Huntington Beach listing equally. Location, price, condition, and perceived value continue to influence how quickly a property attracts attention.
A home that is priced correctly and checks the right boxes can move very differently from a comparable home that is overpriced or needs significant work.
What Is the Huntington Beach Market Saying About Pricing?
Pricing remains one of the biggest factors separating the strongest listings from the rest of the market.
Among currently active homes, the median original list price is approximately $2.30 million, compared with a current median asking price of approximately $2.29 million.
That may seem like a relatively small difference, but it becomes more meaningful when you look at individual properties.
The current dataset also contains 81 properties with a recorded price-change timestamp, showing that price adjustments remain an active part of the market.
For sellers, this is a good reminder that the initial pricing strategy matters.
Launching too high and correcting later can mean losing valuable momentum during the first few weeks on the market — exactly when a new listing has the most attention.
Is Huntington Beach a Buyer's or Seller's Market?
The answer depends on the property.
With 146 active single-family homes competing for buyers and another 47 properties already pending or under contract, there is meaningful activity on both sides of the market.
At the same time, the 40-day median market time for active homes shows that not every property is moving immediately.
The market appears increasingly property-specific and price-sensitive.
Well-positioned homes can attract buyers quickly, while properties that are overpriced, dated, poorly marketed, or less competitive may take considerably longer.
Instead of asking whether Huntington Beach is simply a "buyer's market" or a "seller's market," a better question is:
What does the market look like for this specific home, in this specific neighborhood, at this specific price?
What Huntington Beach Home Sellers Should Know
If you're considering selling a home in Huntington Beach, today's market rewards preparation and accurate positioning.
There are 146 active single-family homes competing for buyer attention.
That means your home isn't competing against every property in Huntington Beach — it's competing against the homes buyers are likely to compare it with based on location, price, size, condition, and features.
A strong strategy should look at:
Current competing listings
Recently adjusted prices
Pending and active-under-contract properties
Days on market
Price per square foot
Neighborhood-specific activity
How your home's condition compares with the competition
The goal isn't simply to be the most expensive home on the market.
It's to be the home that makes the most sense to the buyer you're trying to attract.
What Huntington Beach Home Buyers Should Know
For buyers, today's market may offer more opportunities than the headlines suggest.
With active inventory spanning from approximately $1 million to nearly $12 million, there is a wide range of properties to choose from.
But buyers should also remember that not every home is negotiating from the same position.
A newly listed, well-priced property may attract significantly more attention than a home that has been sitting for several weeks.
That's where understanding a property's history becomes important.
Before making an offer, buyers should look at the home's days on market, previous pricing, comparable properties, neighborhood activity, and how long similar homes have taken to move.
The asking price is only one piece of the puzzle.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Huntington Beach Housing Market
What is the median home price in Huntington Beach?
Among active single-family residences in the latest dataset, the median asking price is approximately $2,288,500.
How many single-family homes are for sale in Huntington Beach?
The current snapshot includes 146 active single-family homes, plus 7 Coming Soon properties.
How many Huntington Beach homes are currently under contract?
There are 42 active-under-contract properties and 5 pending properties, for a total of 47 homes that have moved beyond active status.
How long are Huntington Beach homes staying on the market?
The median active single-family home has been on the market for approximately 40 days.
However, market time varies significantly by ZIP code. The current median ranges from 20 days in 92646 to 48 days in 92648.
What is the price per square foot in Huntington Beach?
The median asking price per square foot among active single-family homes is approximately $910 per square foot.
Price per square foot varies substantially depending on neighborhood, lot size, condition, proximity to the beach, views, and other property characteristics.
Which Huntington Beach ZIP code has the highest home prices?
Among the active inventory in this dataset, 92649 currently has the highest median asking price at approximately $2.89 million, followed by 92648 at approximately $2.65 million.
Is now a good time to sell a home in Huntington Beach?
There is still meaningful buyer activity, with 47 homes currently pending or active under contract.
Whether it is the right time to sell depends on your property's location, condition, price range, equity position, goals, and timeline.
The Bottom Line
The latest Huntington Beach real estate numbers aren't telling one simple story.
There are 146 active single-family homes, 7 Coming Soon properties, and another 47 homes already pending or under contract.
The median active asking price is approximately $2.29 million, while the median active home has been on the market for about 40 days.
But perhaps the biggest takeaway is how different the market looks depending on where you are.
From 92646 to 92649, median prices, price per square foot, inventory, and market times vary considerably.
That means the most useful real estate question isn't simply:
"How is the Huntington Beach market doing?"
It's:
"How is the market performing for a home like yours?"
That's the number that matters.
Market data is based on the CRMLS single-family residence activity export provided for Huntington Beach and represents a current market snapshot rather than an appraisal or guarantee of future market conditions. MLS data is subject to change as properties are listed, repriced, placed under contract, or otherwise updated.
