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LA QUINTA, CA 92253

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Riverside County
Seller's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The LA QUINTA, CA real estate market (92253) currently shows 400 active listings, with 62 pending sales. Homes are averaging 63 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 43 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 63 days on market compared to 74 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.9% year-over-year, from $799,500 to $760,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
400
⇩ 9.7% vs 443 last year
Pending
62
16% pending ratio
Median Price
$760,000
⇩ 4.9% vs $799,500 last year
Average Price
$1,455,139
⇩ 7% vs $1,564,017 last year
Days on Market
63
⇩ 14.9% vs 74 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$384
⇩ 7.9% vs $417/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,149 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 400 this year vs 443 last year
  • Days on market: 63 now vs 74 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $760,000 (-4.9% YoY)
  • Average: $1,455,139 (-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
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 32.9 miles — 2,980 listings ($3,687,798,550 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
92253La Quinta, CA 922530.0 mi643$1,204,508,109$898,000$1,873,263
92201Indio, CA 922014.7 mi436$250,224,760$547,000$573,910
92260Palm Desert, CA 922607.4 mi410$600,287,560$649,750$1,464,116
92270Rancho Mirage, CA 9227011.0 mi527$843,803,415$972,425$1,601,145
92241Desert Hot Springs, CA 9224113.2 mi30$22,908,540$612,475$763,618
92264Palm Springs, CA 9226413.7 mi435$471,810,570$708,500$1,084,622
92274Thermal, CA 9227416.3 mi52$55,929,380$320,000$1,075,565
92254Mecca, CA 9225418.3 mi3$1,016,250$338,750$338,750
92539Anza, CA 9253922.7 mi22$10,629,696$502,875$483,168
92240Desert Hot Springs, CA 9224024.5 mi250$106,978,750$419,500$427,915
92282Whitewater, CA 9228230.0 mi13$6,359,262$491,725$489,174
92536Aguanga, CA 9253632.5 mi17$19,737,136$659,000$1,161,008
92544Hemet, CA 9254432.9 mi142$93,605,122$489,950$659,191

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of September 2026, there are 400 active listings in LA QUINTA, CA (zip code 92253), compared to 443 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in LA QUINTA, CA 92253 is $760,000 as of September 2026, a 4.9% decrease from $799,500 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 63 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 74 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 September 2026, LA QUINTA, CA 92253 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 43 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 63 days on market compared to 74 days last year.

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

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