Dana Point, CA 92629 · 92624 · Coastal City · Harbor · Market Report
Coastal City · Orange County · 92629 · 92624
Data Period: January 1 – April 30, 2026 | Source: CRMLS
Community Overview
Dana Point is one of Southern California's most distinctive coastal cities — a 6,600-acre community built around one of the West Coast's premier recreational harbors and anchored by the revitalized Lantern District. With approximately 33,000 residents spread across neighborhoods ranging from oceanfront estates to hillside view communities, Dana Point offers a depth of coastal lifestyle options that few OC cities can match. The city's five distinct MLS areas — Monarch Beach, Capistrano Beach, Lantern Village, Dana Hills, and Del Obispo — each carry their own character and pricing dynamics.
Monarch Beach, on the northern end of the city, includes some of the most valuable coastal real estate in South Orange County — anchored by the Ritz-Carlton and The Strand at Headlands oceanfront community. Lantern Village, centered on the revitalized Lantern District along Del Prado, offers elevated coastal living with walkable access to restaurants, boutiques, and the harbor. Capistrano Beach, the city's southern enclave, includes the legendary Beach Road oceanfront neighborhood and a mix of bluff and hillside homes. Dana Hills and Del Obispo offer more moderately priced residential options with strong community character.
Dana Point Harbor — currently undergoing a major multi-year revitalization — is the city's civic centerpiece, offering sport fishing, whale watching, sailing, kayaking, and an expanding restaurant and retail scene. The harbor renovation, expected to complete in stages through 2026–2027, has added long-term value momentum to the surrounding neighborhoods.
The city is served by Capistrano Unified School District. This report covers the full City of Dana Point. Note that Capistrano Beach and Lantern Village also have dedicated, more detailed community reports on this site.
Data scope: Covers the full City of Dana Point, including Monarch Beach (MB), Dana Hills (DH), Del Obispo (DO), Capistrano Beach (CB), and Lantern Village (LT). Capistrano Beach and Lantern Village also have dedicated community pages on this site.
Community Amenities
Location & Commute
Market Snapshot
Detached Homes · Compared to January–April 2025
Dana Point recorded 78 detached home sales in January through April 2026 at a median of $2,859,000 — a significant jump from the $2,218,500 median in the same period last year, though with only 78 sales the comparison reflects meaningful mix variation from year to year. The attached market added 44 closings. Days on market for detached homes averaged 57.7 days and the 95.6% sale-to-list ratio confirms that pricing negotiation is active in this market. The city-wide median reflects the outsized influence of Monarch Beach and high-end Lantern Village transactions; buyers and sellers in any specific neighborhood will find that hyper-local analysis matters considerably.
Detailed Statistics
Detached = single-family residences. Attached = condominiums and townhomes. PPSF recalculated from close price ÷ living area. Outliers removed. Covers the full City of Dana Point, including Monarch Beach (MB), Dana Hills (DH), Del Obispo (DO), Capistrano Beach (CB), and Lantern Village (LT). Capistrano Beach and Lantern Village also have dedicated community pages on this site.
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Market Trends — Detached Homes
Price, price/SF, DOM, and SP/LP charts use a 3-month rolling window. Monthly counts are raw. Detached homes only. Source: CRMLS.
3-month rolling median
3-month rolling median
3-month rolling average
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Raw monthly count · On Market Date
3-month rolling avg · Y-axis min 94%
Price Range Distribution — Detached Homes
Attached Market — Price Range Distribution
Property Segments
| Segment | Sales | Median Price |
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Dana Point Specialists
Gaetano LoGrande is Bullock Russell's premier coastal specialist, serving Lantern Village, Capistrano Beach, Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, San Clemente, Laguna Beach, and beyond. His depth across coastal market dynamics helps clients achieve exceptional results.
Monique Mangum specializes in Lantern Village and Dana Point residential real estate at Bullock Russell. Her coastal market knowledge and attention to detail make her a valuable partner.
Jacqueline Valdez serves Lantern Village, Capistrano Beach, and Dana Point as a residential specialist at Bullock Russell. Her community-focused approach helps clients navigate one of South OC's most distinctive coastal markets.
Laura Bennett focuses on Lantern Village and Dana Point real estate at Bullock Russell. Her local knowledge and client relationships make her a trusted resource in these established Dana Point neighborhoods.
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