How much house does the low $700,000s buy in Orange County?
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A shrinking supply of homes coupled with competition among buyers continues to drive residential prices across the Southland. In Orange County, the median sale price for single-family homes surged to $710,000, based on about 2,200 sales, according to CoreLogic. Here’s a look at what about that amount buys in O.C.
Rancho Mission Viejo
This newly built home in the Sendero community features an open floor plan with a center-island kitchen.
Address: 11 Galan St., Rancho Mission Viejo, 92694
Listed for: $704,900 for three bedrooms, two bathrooms in 1,553 square feet
Features: Dark wood floors; recessed lighting; master suite with walk-in closet
About the area: In the 92694 ZIP Code, based on 42 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in May was $869,000, down 1.9% from May 2015, according to CoreLogic.
Huntington Beach
A stained wood fence and courtyard mark the entrance to this updated ranch-style house in northwestern Huntington Beach.
Address: 6382 Alexandria Drive, Huntington Beach, 92647
Listed for: $715,000 for four bedrooms and two bathrooms in 1,547 square feet (6,000-square-foot lot)
Features: Eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar; movable dividers; drought-tolerant landscaping
About the area: In the 92647 ZIP Code, based on 26 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in May was $683,000, up 6.4% from May 2015, according to CoreLogic.
Placentia
Found in a golf course community, this two-story is light and bright, with vaulted 18-foot ceilings and walls of windows.
Address: 409 Black Lane, Placentia, 92870
Listed for: $708,000 for three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms in 2,032 square feet (3,509-square-foot lot)
Features: Granite floors; family/dining room with fireplace; tree-topped patio
About the area: In the 92870 ZIP Code, based on 37 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in May was $660,000, up 5.6% from May 2015, according to CoreLogic.
Costa Mesa
This updated ranch in the South Coast Metro area invites outdoor entertaining with a large wood deck, a corner patio and a sunroom.
Address: 1386 Watson Ave., Costa Mesa, 92626
Listed for: $714,000 for four bedrooms, two bathrooms in 1,310 square feet (7,935-square-foot lot)
Features: Living room with fireplace; built-in storage, updated guest bathroom
About the area: In the 92626 ZIP Code, based on 38 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in May was $713,000, up 6.5% from May 2015, according to CoreLogic.
Laguna Niguel
An open-plan kitchen and living room area highlight this remodeled two-story on a cul-de-sac in Rancho Niguel community.
Address: 247861 Vista Magnifica, Laguna Niguel, 92677
Listed for: $709,000 for four bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms in 1,687 square feet (3,250-square-foot lot)
Features: Distressed hardwood floors; stone fireplace; master suite with dual vanities
About the area: In the 92677 ZIP Code, based on 71 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in May was $875,000, down 2.3% from May 2015, according to CoreLogic.
Orange
Classic wood siding and a covered porch entry lend a traditional look to this updated two-story in the Orange Park Acres neighborhood.
Address: 8244 E. Star Pine Road, Orange, 92869
Listed for: $709,900 for three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms in 1,905 square feet (3,770-square-foot lot)
Features: Crown molding; slate floors; covered patio with stamped concrete
About the area: In the 92869 ZIP Code, based on 23 sales, the median sales price for single-family homes in May was $719,000, up 0.8% from May 2015, according to CoreLogic.
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