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Fullerton 2025 Housing Market Snapshot: Sales Down, Prices Holding Steady

2025-05-15By Philip Kang

Fullerton's real estate market feels stuck, but we'll show you the real numbers on sales, inventory, and prices so you can make informed decisions.

Fullerton's real estate market is in what I'd describe as a stalemate — neither side is moving unless they have to. But behind the headlines, there are some important numbers every homeowner and buyer should know.

Key Market Data — May 2025

  • Average Home Prices: $1,354,025 (down from $1.42M in May 2024)
  • Price per Square Foot: $653 (up from $613 year-over-year)
  • Closed Sales: 59 homes
  • Pending Sales: 48 homes
  • Comparison to May 2017: 116 closed sales — that's approximately a 50% decrease in volume

What's Happening

The market right now is a stalemate where neither side is moving unless they have to. Homebuyers are choosing smaller properties due to budget constraints, while sellers remain anchored to previous pricing expectations.

Inventory has begun increasing after a downward trend since 2013, giving buyers more options and extending sale timelines.

What This Means for You

For Buyers: More inventory means more choices and less pressure to rush into a decision. You have room to negotiate.

For Sellers: Pricing strategy is critical. The data shows that well-prepared, realistically priced homes are still moving — but overpriced listings are sitting.

If you'd like a detailed analysis of your neighborhood, reach out to our team. We're here to help you make sense of the numbers.

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Whether you're buying or selling in North Orange County, the HomeReady Team is here to help.