If you own a home in Aliso Viejo, the end of 2025 delivered something we haven’t always been able to say about recent years: consistency.

As we wrapped up the fourth quarter, the local market showed a level of stability that stood in clear contrast to the prior two years. In 2023, activity dropped off sharply toward the end of the year. In 2024, prices bounced around enough to make trends hard to trust. The end of 2025, by comparison, felt calmer and more predictable.

What Prices Are Telling Us

Sales price to list price in Aliso Viejo held steady year over year at just under 99 percent on average. This signals that the market has found firmer ground operating with balance.

Even more encouraging for homeowners, the price per square foot finished the year at $685, slightly higher than the last three Decembers. In a higher-rate environment where many expected prices to soften, that resilience matters.

The Inventory Story: Where Opportunity Lives

Here’s where things get especially interesting. Inventory in Aliso Viejo is extremely tight. At the end of December there were 41 homes for sale and as of this writing that number is down to 33 homes for sale across the entire city. For sellers, this means less competition, more focused buyer attention, and stronger negotiating leverage than many might expect.

What This Means for Homeowners Considering 2026

If selling is even a possibility this year, now is the right time to start planning. Limited inventory creates a real opening for well-prepared sellers who price correctly and present their homes thoughtfully. The goal isn’t to rush, it’s to be ready to take advantage of a window that doesn’t come along often.

The Aliso Viejo market has found its footing. Values have held up. Competition is low. And for homeowners thinking ahead to 2026, the conditions are quietly lining up in your favor.

When you’re ready to talk strategy, timing, or next steps, we’re here to help you put a smart plan together so you’re prepared when opportunity knocks.