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IMPERIAL, CA 92251

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Imperial County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
46
⇧ 9.5% vs 42 last year
Pending
18
39% pending ratio
Median Price
$471,750
⇧ 6.4% vs $443,450 last year
Average Price
$467,197
⇧ 2.7% vs $455,018 last year
Days on Market
57
⇧ 42.5% vs 40 days last year

Market Context

Population: 27,050  ·  Density: 42.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $90,632

Typical home value: $313,271  ·  Homeownership: 68.0%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The IMPERIAL, CA real estate market (92251) currently shows 46 active listings, with 18 pending sales. Homes are averaging 57 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 57 days on market compared to 40 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.4% year-over-year, from $443,450 to $471,750.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 46 this year vs 42 last year
  • Days on market: 57 now vs 40 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $471,750 (+6.4% YoY)
  • Average: $467,197 (+2.7% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 53.7 miles — 263 listings ($150,623,993 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
92251Imperial, CA 922510.0 mi46$21,491,062$471,750$467,197
92243El Centro, CA 922439.6 mi73$36,321,223$448,999$497,551
92231Calexico, CA 9223115.5 mi26$10,736,284$403,000$412,934
92233Calipatria, CA 9223322.7 mi6$2,088,000$365,000$348,000
92250Holtville, CA 9225028.6 mi14$6,234,312$345,000$445,308
92004Borrego Springs, CA 9200433.4 mi56$30,770,040$375,000$549,465
91905Boulevard, CA 9190536.8 mi9$6,138,000$625,000$682,000
91948Mount Laguna, CA 9194843.7 mi1$749,000$749,000$749,000
91906Campo, CA 9190646.2 mi18$10,542,852$536,950$585,714
92254Mecca, CA 9225449.2 mi2$782,500$391,250$391,250
92266Palo Verde, CA 9226650.4 mi2$399,900$199,950$199,950
91916Descanso, CA 9191653.1 mi9$11,870,820$837,500$1,318,980
92283Winterhaven, CA 9228353.7 mi1$12,500,000$12,500,000$12,500,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in IMPERIAL, CA 92251?

As of January 2026, there are 46 active listings in IMPERIAL, CA (zip code 92251), compared to 42 the prior year.

What is the median home price in IMPERIAL, CA 92251?

The median listing price in IMPERIAL, CA 92251 is $471,750 as of January 2026, a 6.4% increase from $443,450 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in IMPERIAL, CA?

Homes in IMPERIAL, CA 92251 spend an average of 57 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 40 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in IMPERIAL, CA 92251?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, IMPERIAL, CA 92251 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 57 days on market compared to 40 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in IMPERIAL, CA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in IMPERIAL, CA 92251 save an estimated $9,435 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $471,750. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.