Frequently Asked Questions About Orange County 90+ Day Listings

Why are homes in Orange County on the market for 90 or more days?

Most of the time it is price, not condition. Of the 2,748 Orange County listings at 90 or more days, 1,979 (72.02%) have already been reduced below their original asking price, at a median cut of 5.99%. A home that started too high often sits even after it comes down.

Are 90+ day listings a red flag?

Not usually. A long days-on-market number tells you about the pricing history, not the house. It is a negotiating signal: 1,279 of these Orange County listings have been available 180 or more days, and 365 a year or more.

How much below asking price can I offer on a 90+ day listing?

There is no fixed rule, but the data gives you a floor to argue from. The median reduction already taken on these Orange County listings is 5.99%, and sellers carrying a home for 169 days are paying taxes, insurance and often a mortgage the whole time. Call or text 407-616-9019 and we will look at the specific listing history before you write anything.

Should I still get an inspection on an older listing?

Always. A home that has sat may have a known issue that killed earlier contracts, and that is exactly what you want to find before you are committed, not after.