What is the median price for Single Family Homes in Palm Desert?

The median price for Single Family Homes in Palm Desert, CA is $635,999 based on 891 recent closed sales.

Is the Palm Desert market hot for single family homes?

The Palm Desert single family homes market is currently hot with 74.2 months of supply and 74.2 closed sales per month.

How do I get an appraisal for a single family homes in Palm Desert?

Call (909) 266-0644, text (909) 566-2866, or schedule online at ScheduleAppraisal.com. Certified residential appraisals start at $350.

Riverside County · 🏠 Single Family Homes

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Single Family Homes Market Report — Palm Desert, CA

Median price $635,999 with a hot market, 891 closed sales, and 74.2 months of supply.

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Market Summary

$635,999

Median Price

$321.3/sf

Median PSF

-4.8%

Price Change

Hot

Market Temperature

74.2 mo

Absorption Rate

📉 Seller

Market Type

What's Your Single Family Homes Worth in Palm Desert?

Based on 891 recent closed sales, a typical single family homes in Palm Desert falls in this range:

$508,799 – $763,198

Actual value depends on size, condition, location, and lot. Text your address for a precise estimate.

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Supply & Demand

Activity

Active listings: 503

Pending: 33

Closed / month: 74.2

Market balance: Seller Strong

Recommendation

Use recent single family homes sales to price for a hot market in Palm Desert.

Review pending count and active supply before making price or offer timing decisions in this hot segment.

Inventory

503

Active

Pending

Closed 30d

152

Closed 90d

$635,999

Median Active Price

102

Avg Days Active

Monthly Trend Chart

$654,950

25-12

$639,950

26-01

$670,000

26-02

$641,500

26-03

$648,000

26-04

$640,000

26-05

$595,000

26-06

$735,000

26-07

$582,500

26-08

$596,884

26-09

$584,950

26-10

$592,035

26-11

📉 Falling trend · 74.2 sales/month average

Recent Sales

72631 Homestead

Close Price: $1,360,000

Close Date: 2026-11-06

Beds / Baths: 3 / 4

Sq Ft: 2,533

$/sf: $537

78219 Kensington

Close Price: $489,000

Close Date: 2026-11-05

Beds / Baths: 2 / 2

Sq Ft: 1,616

$/sf: $303

73497 Raphael

Close Price: $615,275

Close Date: 2026-11-05

Beds / Baths: 4 / 3

Sq Ft: 2,312

$/sf: $266

73567 Raphael

Close Price: $568,795

Close Date: 2026-11-05

Beds / Baths: 3 / 3

Sq Ft: 1,942

$/sf: $293

78659 Crystal Falls

Close Price: $500,000

Close Date: 2026-11-05

Beds / Baths: 2 / 3

Sq Ft: 2,415

$/sf: $207

What to Know About Single Family Homes in Palm Desert

Single-family housing in Palm Desert remains the Inland Empire benchmark most owners, agents, and buyers reference when they talk about neighborhood value. Pricing usually moves with affordability, school and commute patterns, tract-level reputation, and the mix of updated versus original-condition homes coming to market.

For Home Buyers in Palm Desert

If you are financing a purchase in Palm Desert, your lender will require a certified appraisal to confirm the contract price is supported by market data. Thomas Appraisal works with major lenders and AMCs across California, delivering reports that satisfy underwriting requirements without delays.

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Single Family Homes FAQ

What matters most when reviewing single-family comps in Palm Desert?

Single-family buyers in Palm Desert usually react fastest to lot utility, garage count, condition, school draw, and tract location. The best comps stay close on GLA, age, lot size, and neighborhood appeal so the price story matches how local buyers compare homes.

How far back should I look for single-family sales in Palm Desert?

Most Palm Desert single-family pricing conversations start with the most recent closed sales, then expand only when inventory is thin. In Inland Empire neighborhoods with steady turnover, fresher comps usually explain value better than older sales from a different market cycle.

Are remodels and ADUs handled differently for Palm Desert houses?

Yes. Updated kitchens, bathrooms, and permitted ADUs can move buyer demand meaningfully, but only when the surrounding market shows support for that premium. In Palm Desert, the comp set should separate basic cosmetic updates from full repositioning work.

Why can two similar houses in Palm Desert sell at different $/sf?

Single-family $/sf is heavily shaped by lot configuration, curb appeal, street influence, and bedroom count. In Palm Desert, two homes with similar square footage can still sell differently if one has a superior lot, better renovation level, or more desirable micro-location.

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Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser with 17 years of experience serving the Inland Empire and greater Southern California. Lionel provides accurate, defensible valuations backed by CRMLS data and deep local market knowledge.

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