Fullerton, CA Housing Market & City Data

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Average City Rating
138,632
Population Estimate
$647,758
Median Home Value
93.5%
Employment Rate
42.4%
Bachelor's Degree+

Fullerton City Reviews

Real experiences from people who call Fullerton home.

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(1 Reviews)

Zach McCabe

Fullerton, California "“ Where History Meets Vibrant Living Located in northern Orange County, Fullerton is a lively, culturally rich city that blends historic charm with modern convenience. With a thriving downtown, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community, Fullerton offers something for everyone"”from young professionals and families to students and creatives. Why Fullerton is a Great Place to Call Home: 1. Education Hub: Fullerton is home to top educational institutions, including California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) and Fullerton College, creating a vibrant, youthful energy and a well-educated community. 2. Historic Downtown: Fullerton's walkable downtown district is a hotspot for dining, nightlife, live music, art galleries, and boutique shopping"”all set against a backdrop of beautifully preserved early 20th-century architecture. 3. Parks & Recreation: With over 50 city parks, including the scenic Fullerton Arboretum and the Fullerton Loop Trail, the city is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, families, and dog lovers alike. 4. Cultural Vibe: Fullerton boasts a thriving arts and music scene, with venues like the Muckenthaler Cultural Center and Fullerton Museum Center, along with a deep musical legacy"”once home to iconic punk and rock bands. 5. Family-Friendly & Diverse: Fullerton offers highly rated public and private schools, diverse neighborhoods, and a calendar full of community events such as Fullerton Market and Concerts in the Park. 6. Convenient Location: Centrally located with easy access to major freeways (91, 5, and 57), Metrolink, and just minutes from Disneyland, beaches, and downtown LA.

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Housing & Demographic Overview

Key insights about the community

Data as of September 2026

HOUSING DATA (September 2026)

Median Price per SqFt$641
Median Listing Price$903,863
Median Days on Market45
Active Listings130
New Listings74
Total Listings (Active + Pending)200
Avg Listing Price$1,095,060
Avg Listing Price Change MoM-4%
Avg Listing Price Change YoY0%

HOUSEHOLD OVERVIEW

Family Size3.49
Family Dual Income59.7
Median Household Income$79,978
Median Individual Income$32,726
Home Ownership52.2%
Home Value$647,758
Median Rent$1,669
Rent Burden35.3%
Poverty12.3%

EDUCATION, GENDER & MARITAL STATUS

EDUCATION

  • No Highschool Degree or GED12.1%
  • Highschool Education17.6%
  • Some College27.8%
  • Bachelors Degree26.7%
  • Graduate Degree15.7%
  • Total College or Above42.4%
  • Stem Degree47.6%

GENDER BREAKDOWN

  • Male49.8%
  • Female50.2%

MARITAL STATUS

  • Married47.4%
  • Divorced9.9%
  • Never Married37.8%
  • Widowed4.9%

CITY DATA & AGE BREAKDOWN

CITY DATA

CityFullerton
State IDCA
Population138,632

AGE BREAKDOWN

Age Group% of Population
Under 1824.8%
19–2917.8%
30–3912.9%
40–4913.0%
Age Group% of Population
50–5912.9%
60–698.9%
70–795.6%
80+4.1%

WORKFORCE, ETHNICITY & OTHER

WORKFORCE

Labor Force Participation65.9%
Unemployment Rate6.5%
Disabled9.0%

ETHNICITY

White58.3%
Black2.5%
Asian24.3%
Native American0.4%
Pacific Islander0.3%
Other9.2%
Multiple5.1%

OTHER

Hispanic37.1%
Limited English9.6%
Health Uninsured6.5%
Veteran4.5%

Local Discussions

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Neighborhoods in Fullerton, CA

Get to know neighborhoods in Fullerton, ordered by the number of properties in the provider sample.

  • Amberwood Apartments

    Amberwood ↗

    Median asking price
    $3,200
    / sq ft
    —
    Active listings
    Not available
    properties in discovery sample
    26
    B

    Nearby schools · estimated

    7.7/10 · 3 schools

  • Highland Meadows Apartments

    Meadows ↗

    Median asking price
    $301,900
    / sq ft
    —
    Active listings
    Not available
    properties in discovery sample
    21
    B

    Nearby schools · estimated

    7.3/10 · 3 schools

  • Fullerton

    Fullerton Crest ↗

    Median asking price
    $842,000
    / sq ft
    —
    Active listings
    Not available
    properties in discovery sample
    20
    B

    Nearby schools · estimated

    7.6/10 · 5 schools

  • Orangethorpe Village

    Orangethorpe Village ↗

    Median asking price
    $494,990
    / sq ft
    —
    Active listings
    Not available
    properties in discovery sample
    15
    C

    Nearby schools · estimated

    5.8/10 · 4 schools

  • Parkhurst Community Clubhouse

    Parkhurst ↗

    Median asking price
    —
    / sq ft
    —
    Active listings
    Not available
    properties in discovery sample
    11
    A

    Nearby schools · estimated

    8.3/10 · 3 schools

Data as of . Listing snapshots from Redfin; nearby-school rating estimates.

About these neighborhood estimates

Prices and counts describe active listings returned by the provider, excluding coming-soon and nearby search results. They are asking prices, not sold prices, and may not include every home for sale.

Nearby-school grades are FastExpert estimates from the average available ratings of unique public schools returned for sampled neighborhood properties. A: 8–10; B: 6–under 8; C: 4–under 6; D: 2–under 4; F: 1–under 2. Unrated schools are excluded. Nearby schools may not be assigned to a specific address.

Photos show identified local landmarks. Five neighborhoods are shown, ordered by property count. Median asking price breaks a tie.