Desert Hot Springs Housing Market Report – March 2026
Here's a look at how the Desert Hot Springs, CA real estate market performed in March 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 81
- Median Sale Price: $237,000
- Average Sale Price: $249,416
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $185
- Average Days on Market: 106
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 95.4%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to February, the median sale price in Desert Hot Springs moved 39.9% down (from $394,018 to $237,000). The number of homes sold was 52.8% up compared to the prior month (53 vs. 81). Average days on market shifted 20.9% down (134 days to 106 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to March 2025, the median sale price is 10.2% up (from $215,000 to $237,000). Sales volume is 2.5% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Desert Hot Springs is experiencing a fascinating reset this March. The dramatic 39.9 percent month-over-month drop in median price—from $394,018 to $237,000—likely reflects a correction after February's outlier high sales. What's more telling is the surge in sales volume, which jumped 52.8 percent to 81 homes. This combination suggests buyers are returning to the market, probably attracted by more reasonable prices and the psychological shift that spring brings to real estate. Days on market also improved by nearly three weeks, indicating faster turnover and better buyer engagement overall.
Year-over-year comparisons paint a steadier picture. Median prices are still up 10.2 percent from last March, showing the market maintains underlying appreciation despite monthly volatility. Sales volume growth of 2.5 percent is modest but positive. The concerning signal is the 763 active listings with an average 135 days on market—inventory is building and homes aren't moving as quickly as the headline monthly numbers suggest. For buyers, this abundance means negotiating power. For sellers, especially those holding mobile homes and land, patience will be needed. Desert Hot Springs remains a price-sensitive market where the right offer at the right time matters most.
Desert Hot Springs Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92240 | 64 | $305,000 | $196 | 104 |
| 92241 | 17 | $97,500 | $150 | 111 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 39 | $379,000 | $244 |
| MOBILE | 31 | $95,000 | $110 |
| LAND | 7 | $36,000 | N/A |
| MULTI_FAMILY | 3 | $549,000 | $228 |
| CONDOS | 1 | $85,000 | $150 |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 25 |
| $100K - $199K | 11 |
| $200K - $299K | 9 |
| $300K - $399K | 17 |
| $400K - $499K | 12 |
| $500K - $749K | 7 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 763 active listings in Desert Hot Springs with a median asking price of $200,000 and an average of 135 days on market.
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