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La Quinta Homes for Sale
La Quinta
Home to PGA West, the historic La Quinta Resort, and the most dramatic mountain backdrop in the Coachella Valley. Homes from the $400,000s to $25M+.
La Quinta sits at the southeastern edge of the central Coachella Valley, framed by the Santa Rosa Mountains in a setting widely considered the most dramatic in the entire desert. With a median home price around $675,000 to $799,000 as of 2026 and a population approaching 39,000 to 41,000, La Quinta has grown substantially in recent decades, with a population increase of over 68 percent since 2000.
The city's identity is deeply tied to golf and resort history. The historic La Quinta Resort & Club, the nationally acclaimed Arnold Palmer Classic Course at SilverRock Resort, and the legendary PGA West Golf Club & Resort, with its famous TPC Stadium Course, all call La Quinta home. The city also hosts renowned annual events including the La Quinta Arts Festival, one of the top-ranked art festivals in the country.
La Quinta's residential real estate spans an exceptional range, from accessible homes in the $400,000s to the valley's most architecturally significant ultra-luxury estates at The Madison Club, where prices regularly exceed $20 million. This breadth, combined with the city's relatively younger overall median age of 53 compared to Rancho Mirage or Indian Wells, gives La Quinta one of the most demographically and economically diverse buyer pools of any city in this guide.
Median Home Price (2026): Approximately $675,000 to $799,000 citywide; ultra-luxury communities exceed $20M
Median Price Per Sq. Ft.: Approximately $343
Typical Days on Market: Approximately 99 to 147 days
Population: Approximately 39,000 to 41,000 residents
Median Age: Approximately 53 years
Median Household Income: Approximately $97,000 to $99,000
Notable Communities: PGA West, The Madison Club, The Hideaway, The Quarry, The Tradition
Annual Events: La Quinta Arts Festival, golf tournaments at PGA West and SilverRock
Nearest Airport: Palm Springs International — approx. 25 to 30 min
Golf and Resort Legacy
Few cities anywhere can claim the golf pedigree of La Quinta. PGA West alone offers six championship courses including the legendary TPC Stadium Course, while the historic La Quinta Resort & Club and SilverRock Resort's Arnold Palmer Classic Course add further depth to the city's golf identity.
Mountain Setting
La Quinta's setting against the Santa Rosa Mountains, particularly in the cove area near the historic resort, is widely considered the most dramatic and visually striking landscape anywhere in the Coachella Valley.
Arts and Events
The La Quinta Arts Festival ranks among the top art festivals in the country, drawing collectors and visitors each spring and reinforcing the city's cultural identity alongside its golf reputation.
Growth and Diversity
La Quinta has grown significantly since 2000, with a population increase exceeding 68 percent, and offers one of the widest price ranges of any Coachella Valley city, from accessible family homes to the desert's most exclusive estates.
Typical Buyer Profile
Golf enthusiasts drawn specifically to PGA West's six-course offering and tournament history
Buyers seeking the most dramatic mountain views in the Coachella Valley
Families and younger buyers drawn to La Quinta's relatively younger median age and growing population
Ultra-luxury buyers comparing The Madison Club against Palm Desert's Bighorn or Indian Wells' Vintage Club
What Sellers Need Here
Agent with knowledge spanning La Quinta's exceptionally wide price range, from entry-level to ultra-luxury
Marketing that leverages La Quinta's golf and resort pedigree, particularly for PGA West-adjacent properties
Photography that captures the Santa Rosa Mountain backdrop, a primary value driver throughout much of the city
Ryan has represented buyers and sellers across La Quinta's full range of communities for over 23 years, from PGA West to The Madison Club. His CLHMS certification, Coldwell Banker Global Luxury platform, and deep local relationships give clients a genuine advantage at every price point.
Ranked in the top 1% of agents in the Greater Palm Springs area, Ryan brings a level of market knowledge and professional reach that this market demands.
What is the median home price in La Quinta?
As of 2026, the median home price in La Quinta is approximately $675,000 to $799,000 citywide, though the city's ultra-luxury communities like The Madison Club regularly see homes exceed $20 million.
What golf courses are in La Quinta?
La Quinta is home to PGA West's six championship courses including the famous TPC Stadium Course, the historic La Quinta Resort & Club courses, and the Arnold Palmer Classic Course at SilverRock Resort.
How has La Quinta's population grown?
La Quinta's population has grown by more than 68 percent since 2000, reflecting the city's continued development and appeal to a broad range of buyers.
What is the La Quinta Arts Festival?
The La Quinta Arts Festival is one of the top-ranked art festivals in the country, held annually in the city and drawing collectors and visitors from across the region and beyond.
Is La Quinta good for families?
Yes. With a median age of approximately 53, younger than Rancho Mirage or Indian Wells, and a wide range of home price points, La Quinta attracts a more demographically diverse buyer pool, including families.
Who is the best real estate agent in La Quinta?
Ryan Gaertner of Coldwell Banker Global Luxury has over 23 years of Coachella Valley experience, including deep expertise across La Quinta's full range of communities from PGA West to The Madison Club.
Ready to buy or sell in La Quinta? Ryan Gaertner provides confidential, expert representation across La Quinta and the greater Coachella Valley.
Ryan Gaertner | Coldwell Banker Global Luxury | DRE #01372839 | 72605 Hwy 111, Ste B1, Palm Desert, CA 92260