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BUYER BRIEFING Tustin, CA
Tustin, CA Market Analysis

Why now is a smart time to lock in a home in Tustin, CA.

Tustin's single-family market sits in seller territory but is softening — list prices are easing and more homes are available, giving buyers a rare window before demand firms back up.

Median Price

Midpoint listing price across the market. The single most important benchmark for understanding overall market value and tracking price trends over time.
Market Data
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Median List Price
$1.58M
Total Inventory
36.54
Days on Market
35 days
Price Per Sq Ft
$724

Top Signals

Four Data Points
Median List Price
$1.58M
Down from $1.65M in Jan and $1.63M in Apr — list prices have drifted 4.5% lower in 3mo, handing buyers real negotiating room.
Total Inventory
36.54
Up +24% from a Jan low of 29.46, and up from 30 in Apr — more homes on market means more options and leverage than earlier this year.
Days on Market
35 days
Median DOM held steady at 35 days vs. 28 days a year ago — homes aren't flying off the shelf, giving buyers time to negotiate.
Price Per Sq Ft
$724
Down from $775 a year ago and $739 in Oct — per-foot value has slipped 6.6% YoY, locking in today means buying at a discount vs. 2025.
What This Means

The Window Is Open — But Won't Stay That Way

Prices and per-foot values are off their peaks, inventory is growing, and sellers are sitting longer. That combination rarely lasts. Buyers who move now get the benefit of softer competition before the spring momentum cycle resets the market.

Honest Caveats

The market action index at 49.48 still favors sellers overall, and months of inventory at 1.45 is extremely tight — this isn't a buyer's market yet. Homes priced right are still moving, so don't expect deep discounts on well-positioned listings.

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Matt Croteau
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matt@mattsellsoc.com (949) 776-7948
Source: July 2025 - July 2026 Market Data
Updated July 27, 2026