Newport Beach Real Estate Market Report

Executive Summary

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Dan Braun

The Newport Beach, CA real estate market is currently classified as a balanced market. The median asking price is $1.9M, down 52.4% over the past 30 days.

There are currently 403 active listings, representing 4.9 months of inventory. 137 properties have sold in the past 90 days at a median sold price of $2.8M. Inventory has increased 52.1% compared to last month.

Currently, listings spend an average of 41 days on market and the average price per square foot is $1203.

Detached properties make up the largest share of the Newport Beach market at 75% of active listings with an average price of $4.6M. Condo listings follow at 13% (avg $2.9M).

Sales Activity & Absorption

Volume

82
Sold (30d)
137
Sold (90d)
41
Avg DOM
139
New (30d)

Market Signals

100
Price Cuts (30d)
37
New (7d)
97%
Sell-Through
93.3%
List-to-Sale

82 properties sold in the past 30 days, 139 new listings appeared in the past month, 100 sellers reduced their asking price.

Market Balance

Months of Inventory

Seller'sBalancedBuyer's
4.9months
Balanced — Slight Seller Advantage
Sell-Through Rate96.5%
Inventory Change (30d)+52.1%
Site Active Listings403

At 4.9 months of inventory, the market is balanced. Neither buyers nor sellers have a decisive advantage — a good time for realistic pricing and considered offers.

Neighborhoods

AreaListingsAvg Price
BALBOA PENINSULA (47$3.0M
BALBOA ISLAND - MAIN ISLAND (BAL30$1.4M
BALBOA PENINSULA POINT23$6.3M
NEWPORT HEIGHTS23$4.6M
WEST NEWPORT BEACH20$3.8M
LIDO ISLAND17$6.7M
BAYSIDE VILLAGE16$787K
HARBOR VIEW HOMES14$4.1M
BIG CANYON CUSTOM10$13.1M
DOVER SHORES8$6.6M
BALBOA ISLAND - LITTLE ISLAND (B8$2.4M
BAYSHORES7$9.1M
Avg 1 schools nearbyAvg 5 parks nearbyAvg 6 transit stops nearby

Interest Rates & Affordability

Current Rates

Bank of Canada Policy Rate2.25%
Prime Rate4.45%
Est. Variable Rate (Prime + 0.5%)4.95%

Lower rates increase purchasing power. The Bank of Canada sets the policy rate which influences prime rates across lenders.

Estimated Monthly Payment

Based on median price of $1.9M, 20% down, 25yr amortization
$9,074/mo
at 4.95% variable rate

This is an estimate only. Actual rates and payments will vary based on your credit profile, lender, and mortgage terms.

Market Outlook

The market is relatively balanced between buyers and sellers. The Newport Beach market currently has 403 active listings with a median price of $1.9M and 4.9 months of inventory.

  • Prices declining (-52.4% in 30 days)
  • High price reduction rate (25% of listings)
  • High sell-through rate (97%)
  • Average price per square foot is $1,203
  • Sold properties averaged 9 days on market

For Buyers

The Newport Beach market is balanced. You have reasonable options, but well-priced homes will still draw interest. Get pre-approved and stay informed on new listings. There were 37 new listings in the past week.

For Sellers

Price your home realistically based on recent sales. Focus on presentation and highlight unique features. Well-priced properties are still selling within reasonable timeframes. 100 listings have reduced their price in the past 30 days. The current sell-through rate is 97%.

Data sourced from San Diego MLS active and sold listings. Metrics computed from listing data updated daily. Prepared by Dan Braun with AI assistance, reviewed by our team.

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Market data is calculated from active and recently sold MLS listings as of April 1, 2026. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Consult a real estate professional for specific advice.

Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS). This data is for informational purposes only and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.