Every October I get the same call from second-home owners and out-of-state buyers: "Is now a good time?" It's a fair question. Season is about to start, snowbirds are coming back, and the September numbers just came in.

The short answer is that this fall …

Are Luxury Homes in Palm Springs Appreciating in Value?

Yes, though the picture is more nuanced than a single headline number suggests. Palm Springs' overall market has cooled slightly, but the luxury segment specifically has continued climbing, and understanding that split is essential for anyone evaluating a …

          Coachella Valley Luxury Real Estate Brief |
September 11, 2026

Bottom line

Palm Desert inventory is tightening, but pricing remains decisive. Across the Valley, luxury demand is substantial while buyers above $2 million continue negotiating aggressively.

Palm Desert inventory is being absorbed faster

Verified August data:

If you are watching the Palm Desert real estate market from outside the valley, whether you are eyeing a second home, an investment property, or a full relocation, the headlines about "cooling" desert real estate can be misleading. The truth is more nuanced, and more useful to …

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Curious about local real estate? So are we! Every month we review trends in our real estate market and consider the number of homes on the market in each price tier, the amount of time particular homes have been listed for sale, specific …