Capital Management Realty, Inc. · Local Market Update · 2026-09-02
Irvine
Housing Market
Elevated living in Irvine: where world-class education meets innovation.
Median Value
$1.45M – $1.75M
High demand from families seeking top-tier school districts keeps inventory absorption consistently strong even at higher price points.
Days to Pending
18 – 25 Days
Properties in turnkey condition within proximity to the Irvine tech corridor are frequently seeing multiple offers within the first three weeks.
Market Inventory
45 – 70 Listings
Supply remains constrained by a lack of new master-planned expansion, ensuring that quality listings face very little competition.
The Market Dynamic
As of September 2026, Irvine remains a premier destination for families and tech professionals despite interest rate fluctuations. Sustained demand for our master-planned communities continues to anchor property values against broader national volatility.
Irvine continues to operate as a strong seller’s market driven by the permanent floor of high-quality educational demand. While we are seeing a slight cooling in volume due to current borrowing costs, the competitive nature of limited high-end supply keeps the market firmly balanced in favor of the seller.
For Buyers
Be prepared to act quickly with a pre-approval letter in hand, as well-maintained homes often sell over the asking price. Focus your search on Woodbridge or the Great Park areas to balance community amenities with long-term investment potential.
For Sellers
Staging remains crucial, as buyers in this market have high expectations for aesthetic appeal and modern upgrades. Leverage the scarcity of inventory to price competitively from the start to generate immediate, high-quality interest.
What's Moving in Irvine
The core velocity of the local market is concentrated in the $1.2M – $1.8M range — where demand is most active and well-priced properties move quickly.
Great Park detached homes
Woodbridge townhomes
Shady Canyon luxury estates
Orchard Hills residences
Client Success Stories
Proven results across
Orange County.
"Kris Garrido sold my house quickly and got us multiple offers above asking price the same week it was put on the market."
Charmel Smith
Sold above asking, multiple offers
Home Sale
"Greg, Kris, Kianji, Erica and the team made our dream come true as homeowners. One-stop shop for agent, loan, and insurance."
Amy La
Made dreams come true
Home Purchase
"Kris coordinated perfectly so escrow closed at the same time for both houses. There was no stress involved—the transaction went over smoothly."
Rodrigo Cardiel
Seamless multi-state coordination
Dual Transaction
"CMR took care of everything for us. We didn't have to do anything other than show up to view the home. They have been such a blessing to our family."
Jennifer Saldana
First-time buyers made easy
First-Time Purchase
"Kris and his team are special. He was patient and supportive throughout the entire process, especially during challenging negotiations."
Rami Elkinawy
Felt like working with a friend
Home Purchase
"Mary Tran is truly a dream realtor. She found us our dream home and handled everything — communications, inspections, negotiations."
Emily
Dream home found
Full Service
500+
Families Served
$150M+
In Transactions
4.9/5
Client Rating
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