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LA QUINTA, CA 92253

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The LA QUINTA, CA real estate market (92253) currently shows 643 active listings, with 144 pending sales. Homes are averaging 72 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 72 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 5.4% year-over-year, from $852,200 to $898,000.

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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
643
⇧ 0.3% vs 641 last year
Pending
144
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$898,000
⇧ 5.4% vs $852,200 last year
Average Price
$1,873,263
⇧ 3.9% vs $1,802,186 last year
Days on Market
72
⇧ 26.3% vs 57 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$419
⇧ 0.2% vs $418/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,379 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 643 this year vs 641 last year
  • Days on market: 72 now vs 57 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $898,000 (+5.4% YoY)
  • Average: $1,873,263 (+3.9% 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 — 2,662 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 February 2026, there are 643 active listings in LA QUINTA, CA (zip code 92253), compared to 641 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 February 2026, a 5.4% increase from $852,200 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 72 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 57 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 February 2026, LA QUINTA, CA 92253 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 72 days on market compared to 57 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.