Single Family Homes For Sale in Orange

Single family homes in Orange range from around $700,000 for entry-level properties to $2.5M and above in the eastern hillside communities, with a median near $1.1M to $1.3M. I track this market as part of my weekly Orange County housing report and can tell you what is active, what just went pending, and what comparable homes have sold for. Call or text any time: 949-430-7500

Single Family Homes in Orange

The City of Orange has more range in character, price, and housing type than almost any other city in Orange County. At one end is Old Towne Orange — one of the best-preserved historic residential districts in Southern California, centered on the National Historic Landmark Plaza and surrounded by streets of Craftsman bungalows, California bungalows, and early 20th-century homes that cannot be found anywhere else in the county. At the other end are the eastern hillside communities of Santiago Hills and Serrano Heights, with newer construction, canyon views, and prices to match. Between those two poles is a large and varied city with decades of housing stock, strong freeway access, and a central location that puts buyers within range of employment in Irvine, Anaheim, Santa Ana, and beyond.

Old Towne Orange draws buyers specifically for its architectural character and its walkable access to the Plaza's antique shops, restaurants, and weekend markets — a lifestyle simply not available in newer parts of the county. Chapman University's presence in the historic core adds energy to the neighborhood and keeps the local dining and retail scene active. The central tracts of Orange, built largely in the 1960s through 1980s, offer solid value with good freeway access and established neighborhoods. The eastern communities near Canyon High School attract buyers who want newer construction, hillside settings, and larger lots at prices that are generally still more accessible than comparable hillside homes in Anaheim Hills or Yorba Linda.

Orange is served by Orange Unified School District, with Orange High School, El Modena High School, and Canyon High School as the three comprehensive high schools serving different parts of the city. Orange Unified also serves Villa Park and is a consistently well-regarded district across its coverage area. For current market data, see the live Orange market report.

Frequently Asked Questions

What price range should I expect for a single family home in Orange CA?

Entry-level single family homes in Orange start around $700,000 to $800,000 for smaller or older properties in the central and western neighborhoods. The widest band of inventory sits between $800,000 and $1.5M, covering most three and four bedroom homes across the city. Homes in Old Towne vary widely — an original bungalow needing work can start below $800,000, while a fully restored Craftsman on a good block can approach $1.5M or more. The eastern hillside communities of Santiago Hills and Serrano Heights represent the upper tier, with larger and newer homes generally running $1.5M to $2.5M and above.

What is Old Towne Orange and why do buyers seek it out?

Old Towne Orange is the most architecturally distinctive neighborhood in Orange County. It surrounds the historic Orange Plaza — a National Historic Landmark traffic circle lined with antique shops, restaurants, and locally-owned businesses — and extends outward through streets of Craftsman bungalows, California bungalows, and Tudor and Spanish Colonial Revival homes, most built between 1900 and 1940. Buyers who want genuine historic character, walkable neighborhood life, and homes that are simply not reproducible in any newer part of the county seek out Old Towne specifically. The neighborhood draws a consistent buyer pool of architectural enthusiasts, buyers relocating from older coastal cities, and those who prioritize a walkable, human-scaled neighborhood over newer construction and larger lots.

What schools serve Orange CA and how are they rated?

Orange is served by Orange Unified School District. Orange High School serves the historic core and western portions of the city. El Modena High School serves the central and northeastern areas. Canyon High School serves the eastern Santiago Hills and Serrano Heights communities. Orange Unified is a well-regarded district that also covers Villa Park and earns consistently solid ratings across its schools. Which high school serves a specific address depends on its location within the district's attendance boundaries, and confirming the assigned school is worth doing for buyers with high school-age children.

How does eastern Orange compare to Old Towne and the historic core?

The City of Orange runs from a flat, historically developed western core to hillside communities in the east near the foothills. Old Towne and the central neighborhoods offer smaller lots, older architectural styles, walkability, and the most accessible price points in the city. The eastern communities — Santiago Hills, Serrano Heights, and the newer tracts near Canyon High School — offer newer construction, larger lots, canyon and hillside views, and a more suburban character at a higher price point. Most buyers come to Orange with a clear preference for one end of that spectrum or the other, and a conversation about daily lifestyle and commute priorities narrows it down quickly.

More Orange Searches

• Orange Market Report

Open Houses in Orange

Seeing a home in person is the only reliable way to understand the floor plan and whether it works for how your family lives. See the current weekend open house schedule for Orange.

Ready to Buy or Sell a Home in Orange?

Eric Engelbert is an Orange County real estate broker who tracks every city and every neighborhood through weekly market reports. Get expert guidance on current pricing, which neighborhoods offer the best value, and how to compete effectively before you make an offer.