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LA QUINTA, CA 92253

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
596
⇧ 1.2% vs 589 last year
Pending
102
17% pending ratio
Median Price
$898,000
⇧ 5.1% vs $854,250 last year
Average Price
$1,904,803
⇧ 5.3% vs $1,809,401 last year
Days on Market
71
⇧ 7.6% vs 66 days last year

Market Context

Population: 37,898  ·  Density: 361.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $92,744

Typical home value: $560,332  ·  Homeownership: 74.2%

Market Analysis

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

The LA QUINTA, CA real estate market (92253) currently shows 596 active listings, with 102 pending sales. Homes are averaging 71 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 71 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 5.1% year-over-year, from $854,250 to $898,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 596 this year vs 589 last year
  • Days on market: 71 now vs 66 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $898,000 (+5.1% YoY)
  • Average: $1,904,803 (+5.3% 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 32.9 miles — 2,662 listings ($3,303,444,316 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
92253La Quinta, CA 922530.0 mi596$1,135,262,588$898,000$1,904,803
92201Indio, CA 922014.7 mi400$242,507,200$550,000$606,268
92260Palm Desert, CA 922607.4 mi358$506,421,430$635,000$1,414,585
92270Rancho Mirage, CA 9227011.0 mi456$741,286,824$979,900$1,625,629
92241Desert Hot Springs, CA 9224113.2 mi28$21,501,928$604,000$767,926
92264Palm Springs, CA 9226413.7 mi366$382,734,618$650,000$1,045,723
92274Thermal, CA 9227416.3 mi59$60,767,463$325,000$1,029,957
92254Mecca, CA 9225418.3 mi2$782,500$391,250$391,250
92539Anza, CA 9253922.7 mi22$10,855,768$486,750$493,444
92240Desert Hot Springs, CA 9224024.5 mi222$95,139,432$419,000$428,556
92282Whitewater, CA 9228230.0 mi10$5,099,750$534,950$509,975
92536Aguanga, CA 9253632.5 mi15$18,560,655$672,000$1,237,377
92544Hemet, CA 9254432.9 mi128$82,524,160$479,500$644,720

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LA QUINTA, CA 92253?

As of January 2026, there are 596 active listings in LA QUINTA, CA (zip code 92253), compared to 589 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LA QUINTA, CA 92253?

The median listing price in LA QUINTA, CA 92253 is $898,000 as of January 2026, a 5.1% increase from $854,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in LA QUINTA, CA 92253 spend an average of 71 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 66 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LA QUINTA, CA 92253?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LA QUINTA, CA 92253 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 71 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LA QUINTA, CA 92253 save an estimated $17,960 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $898,000. 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.