Laguna Beach, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/01/2010 -- In Laguna Beach, one of the premier beach towns in the country, more and more homes are entering the market, many of them with attractive asking prices. Real estate firm Lagunaoc.com has added several such homes to their inventory in the past few weeks, offering more options to potential buyers. In Laguna Beach, one of the premier beach towns in the country, more and more homes are entering the market, many of them with attractive asking prices.

Laguna Beach is located in southern Orange County, one of the most affluent stretches of the California coast. Known for its active artist community, quaint shops, and exclusive gated communities, it has attracted home buyers of all kinds over the past several years. Laguna Beach homes for sale range from sleek oceanfront condos with unobstructed ocean views to large estates just steps away from the beach.

A good portion of Laguna Beach homes for sale qualify as Laguna Beach Luxury Real Estate homes, meaning they are priced at a premium because of their proximity to the coast. Most homes are just a short walk or a few minute's drive to one of the city's many beaches, and all have good views of the hills inland and the coast extending to nearby islands. The latest median for Laguna Beach homes for sale is $1.5 million, well above the Orange County average.

Like most of Orange County real estate, Laguna Beach is currently in a buyer's market where there are lots of homes for sale but not enough potential buyers. While it means a highly unbalanced market, it's also good news for buyers who want the best deals on luxury beach homes. Slow sales are causing sellers to slash prices and be more lenient to buyers, giving them more leverage to negotiate for the best terms.

Lagunaoc.com helps buyers find the best Laguna Beach homes for sale according to their needs and budget. Headed by some of the most experienced agents and brokers in the city, the company offers services ranging from home search and buying advice to realtor services and representation. Their extensive experience with luxury beach homes is a valuable tool for buyers, especially at a time when a little market savvy goes a long way.

Besides buyer services, Lagunaoc.com also offers resources to help buyers make the right decisions on their own. Various sections discuss choosing a realtor, budgeting for a home, preparing for closing, and financing options, among other practical matters. There is also a news section where buyers, sellers, and their agents can get updated on market trends and the newest Laguna Beach homes for sale.

For more information on Laguna Beach Real estate, please visit them at http://www.lagunaoc.com/