2026 Housing Plan

2026 Housing Plan

Tags
Investment
Lifestyle
Published
February 11, 2026
Author
Jason Kim

🏠 Target Property Profile: Summer 2026

Core Requirements

  • Type: Single-Family Residence (No HOA).
  • Layout: Minimum 3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms.
  • Location: Coastal Orange County. High priority on proximity to the beach and easy commuting distance to Irvine and Costa Mesa.

The Lot & Development Potential

  • ADU Ready: Must have 600–1,000 sqft of available space in the backyard or side yard for an Accessory Dwelling Unit.
  • Low Maintenance: Minimal-to-no front yard preferred. Zero/Low tree density to reduce long-term landscaping and debris management.

Condition & Strategy

  • "Light Fixer": Seeking properties that require minor cosmetic updates (paint, flooring, light fixtures) rather than major structural overhauls.
  • Value-Add: The goal is to leverage minor defects for a purchase discount and build immediate equity through "flipping" small details and ADU development.