Home Sales Rise as the Coachella Valley Market Maintains Its Momentum
The Hamilton Real Estate Group October 15, 2025
The Hamilton Real Estate Group October 15, 2025
The Coachella Valley real estate market continues to demonstrate strength and resilience as we move through the fall season. Recent data shows a healthy increase in home sales, stable pricing across most communities, and a balanced pace that benefits both buyers and sellers. While some cities are seeing record-breaking gains and others a modest slowdown, the overall picture remains positive—reflecting steady demand, consistent property values, and growing confidence in the desert housing market.
In September 2025, a total of 443 homes were sold across the Valley, a slight 3.1% decrease from 457 sales in August. However, sales activity was 16.3% higher than the 381 homes sold in September 2024, demonstrating continued buyer demand year-over-year.
The number of homes actively listed for sale in September stood at 2,812, a modest 3.2% decline from 2,904 listings in August, and on par with inventory levels from September 2024. This stability in active listings suggests a well-balanced market, with supply levels keeping pace with seasonal trends.
The average sales price in September 2025 reached $792,705, up 4.98% from $755,076 in August and an impressive 10.76% increase compared to $715,678 a year ago. This continued upward trend reflects steady appreciation and enduring buyer confidence in the Valley’s real estate market.
Meanwhile, the median sales price settled at $549,000, reflecting a 4.5% decline from $575,000 in August and 5.3% below the $580,000 median in September 2024. Despite this short-term dip, the overall price levels remain historically strong and consistent with long-term market stability.
The average days on market (DOM) for September was 85 days, a 3.4% improvement from 88 days in August, though 19.7% higher than the 71 days recorded in September 2024. This moderate increase in market time indicates a healthy pace of sales where buyers have more time to make informed decisions, yet well-priced homes continue to sell.
Seasonal inventory trends continue as 974 new listings hit the market last month, marking a robust 29.9% increase from 750 new listings in August, and equal to the number of new listings one year ago. This surge in new listings replenishes available inventory and provides fresh opportunities for buyers heading into the final quarter of the year.
For buyers, the Coachella Valley market continues to offer opprtunity. With inventory holding steady and new listings on the rise, there’s a broader selection of homes to choose from compared to earlier in the year. Although average prices remain strong, the slight softening in median price and modest increase in days on market give buyers a bit more breathing room to explore their options and negotiate favorable terms.
For sellers, the continued strength in average sale prices and solid year-over-year sales growth underscore sustained buyer confidence across the Valley. Homes that are well-presented and strategically priced are still selling successfully, even as the market becomes more balanced. With demand remaining healthy and inventory levels consistent, this is a prime opportunity for sellers to position their properties effectively and take advantage of stable pricing.
Mortgage rates today remain elevated, reflecting broader macroeconomic pressures and tight credit conditions. The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is currently about 6.30%, per the latest Freddie Mac data. For a 15-year fixed mortgage, rates have eased to around 5.53%. When it comes to 30-year fixed jumbo mortgages, rates tend to run higher—recent surveys indicate averages in the range of 6.25% to 6.75%, depending on lender, loan size, credit profile, and other factors.
The numbers for each major city in the area give a better view of the trends in our market.
Home sales across the Coachella Valley were up in most cities compared to the same period last year. Palm Desert led the way with 88 homes sold, up 13%, reflecting strong demand in the city’s desirable neighborhoods. Indian Wells saw the largest percentage gain with a remarkable 400% increase, while Palm Springs (+40%), Desert Hot Springs (+31%), Rancho Mirage (+24%), and La Quinta (+15%) also experienced healthy growth. A few areas, such as Cathedral City (-19%) and Coachella (-50%), saw fewer transactions, indicating some local variability across the region.
Prices throughout the Valley remained strong, with several cities showing impressive year-over-year gains. Rancho Mirage stood out with an average sale price of $1,519,784, up a strong 48%, followed by Desert Hot Springs (+17%) and La Quinta (+10%). Palm Springs and Cathedral City also posted moderate price growth of 5% and 7%, respectively, signaling continued appreciation in well-located communities. Overall, pricing across the Valley remains stable, with the luxury segment showing particular strength.
Homes are taking slightly longer to sell in many Valley cities, though trends vary by market segment. Desert Hot Springs saw the largest improvement, with average market time dropping 29% to just 54 days, indicating brisk buyer activity. Most other cities reported longer marketing times, including Indian Wells (+121%), Rancho Mirage (+38%), and Cathedral City (+37%), suggesting more measured buyer decision-making in higher price tiers. Despite these shifts, the majority of homes continue to sell within a two- to three-month window, keeping the overall market pace healthy and balanced.
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