Fountain Valley, CA Housing Market
Median List Price
$1,589,000
Updated August 2026
Today, Fountain Valley has 50 homes for sale at a median list price of $1,589,000, typically selling in about 34 days.
Fountain Valley Market Analysis
The median list price in Fountain Valley, CA is $1.6M. Current inventory stands at 50 active listings. 21 new listings came on the market in the last 30 days.
Expect a median around $415,000 for one bedroom homes and $1.9M at the six bedroom end. Single family homes lead the mix at 76.0%, with condos accounting for another 18.0%. February to July saw the median price go from $1.3M to $1.5M, up about 14.1%. On a per square foot basis, the median runs $701.
Homes here typically go under contract in about 9 days. That is a quick turnaround, so buyers who wait on a well priced home often miss it. Fountain Valley, CA sits within the 92708 ZIP code.
Fountain Valley Rental Market
The median asking rent in Fountain Valley, CA is $4,950. Current inventory stands at 19 active rental listings. February to July saw the median rent go from $3,795 to $4,895, up about 29.0%.
Fountain Valley Market Pulse
Topfind Market Read
The picture is mixed here. There is only 2.3 months of supply, yet sale prices have eased 5% over the last six months, though they remain 4% above a year ago, and 34% of sellers have trimmed their asking price, so neither side holds a clear advantage. Realistic pricing wins for sellers, and patient, prepared buyers can secure fair terms.
Median Home Price
$1.59M
↑ 4% over the past yearChart shows the median closed sale price by month
Months of Supply
Estimated time to sell all listings at the current sales pace
2.3 months of supply
Tight Supply50 active listings against the current sales pace works out to about 2.3 months of supply.
What this means for buyers
Inventory is tight relative to how many homes sell each month, so buyers have fewer options and well-priced homes draw competition. Listings typically sell in ~34 days.
Sales Velocity
How fast homes are selling
Homes are selling at a steady pace, so buyers have some time, though competition still exists. Homes are moving 31% faster than six months ago.
Inventory Distribution
A solid share of current listings is under 30 days old, while a meaningful share has been up longer.
About 60% of current listings are under 30 days old, while the rest have been up longer.
Housing Tenure in Fountain Valley
Homeownership is significantly higher than average, making this a homeowner-dominated market with more long-term residents.
66%
Homeowners
34%
Renters
Homeownership is 10.5 points higher than the California average (55.5%)
18,840 households (2023)
Median Price by Bedroom
Larger homes command significantly higher prices, with sharp increases beyond 3 bedrooms.
Each additional bedroom adds about $430K in value on average, with larger homes seeing bigger price jumps.
Largest increase: 3 → 4 bedrooms (+$679K)
Price Reductions
17 listings have reduced their price
34% of active listings
Average reduction: 4.4% (~$70K)
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Fountain Valley, CA Housing Market
What is the median home price in Fountain Valley, CA?
The median list price in Fountain Valley is $1,589,000 as of August 2026, based on 50 active listings.
Is Fountain Valley a buyer's market or a seller's market?
Fountain Valley currently reads as a balanced market. Active inventory works out to about 2.3 months of supply at the recent sales pace.
How fast do homes sell in Fountain Valley?
Homes that closed in the last 90 days typically went under contract in about 9 days. The average home currently for sale has been on the market for 34 days.
Are home prices in Fountain Valley going up or down?
The median sale price in Fountain Valley is up about 3.6% compared with a year ago.
How many homes are for sale in Fountain Valley, CA?
There are 50 homes for sale in Fountain Valley right now, including 7 listed within the last week.
What is the median rent in Fountain Valley?
The median asking rent in Fountain Valley is $4,950 per month, across 19 active rental listings.