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IMPERIAL, CA 92251

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

Market Analysis

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

The IMPERIAL, CA real estate market (92251) currently shows 52 active listings, with 19 pending sales. Homes are averaging 83 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 83 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 14% year-over-year, from $441,875 to $503,720.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
52
⇧ 2% vs 51 last year
Pending
19
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$503,720
⇧ 14% vs $441,875 last year
Average Price
$488,224
⇧ 10% vs $443,792 last year
Days on Market
83
⇧ 159.4% vs 32 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$282
⇧ 4.1% vs $271/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,780 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 52 this year vs 51 last year
  • Days on market: 83 now vs 32 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $503,720 (+14% YoY)
  • Average: $488,224 (+10% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 53.7 miles — 270 listings ($141,578,814 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
92251Imperial, CA 922510.0 mi47$23,406,141$497,470$498,003
92243El Centro, CA 922439.6 mi65$32,721,715$448,813$503,411
92231Calexico, CA 9223115.5 mi31$12,417,236$397,450$400,556
92233Calipatria, CA 9223322.7 mi6$1,954,998$365,000$325,833
92250Holtville, CA 9225028.6 mi19$8,101,011$346,750$426,369
92004Borrego Springs, CA 9200433.4 mi55$28,585,150$387,500$519,730
91905Boulevard, CA 9190536.8 mi12$8,414,100$631,000$701,175
91948Mount Laguna, CA 9194843.7 mi1$749,000$749,000$749,000
91906Campo, CA 9190646.2 mi21$12,185,313$539,700$580,253
92254Mecca, CA 9225449.2 mi3$1,016,250$338,750$338,750
92266Palo Verde, CA 9226650.4 mi2$399,900$199,950$199,950
91916Descanso, CA 9191653.1 mi8$11,628,000$922,250$1,453,500
92283Winterhaven, CA 9228353.7 mi0$0$12,501,000$12,501,000

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of September 2026, there are 52 active listings in IMPERIAL, CA (zip code 92251), compared to 51 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in IMPERIAL, CA 92251 is $503,720 as of September 2026, a 14% increase from $441,875 the prior year.

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

Homes in IMPERIAL, CA 92251 spend an average of 83 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 32 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 September 2026, IMPERIAL, CA 92251 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 83 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

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