You ever notice how the desert knows exactly when to shift? November 2025 carries a different kind of knowing. Quieter than October. Steadier than summer. Unmistakably aligned with the season ahead. As the valley cools, the market warms with momentum. What does that look like? Homes are going under contract faster, prices are nudging upward, and buyers are stepping forward with a renewed sense of clarity.
The sands aren’t rushing… they’re absolutely moving.
Blending recent movement with a full year of trends in market time, pricing alignment, and how often homes meet or exceed their list price, Shifting Sands is a snapshot that pulls the Coachella Valley’s Real Estate market rhythm into a single view. Here, you’ll find a clear look at where the sands are settling for both buyers and sellers right now.
So, with that said, let’s take a look at what November 2025 is revealing across the Coachella Valley real estate landscape.
🌴 The Pulse of the Market
November brings a subtle but powerful recalibration. Where October felt like a soft landing, November arrives with a sense of forward motion. Motion that’s grounded, intentional, and unmistakably strategic.
Here’s what’s standing out
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This isn’t a market in flux. It’s a market in formation.
Buyers are active. Sellers are recalibrating. And the desert, as always, rewards those who move with intention.
💰 Median Home Prices
Let’s just say it… This month tells a powerful story.
The median sale price rose to $650,000, up 4.9% from September and up 1.6% from last year. While we’re not seeing runaway appreciation like years past, this steady climb reflects a market finding equilibrium — not inflation, not decline… but balance.
Think of it as the sweet spot between opportunity and strategy.
so, how does this translate?
🏡 Sales Trends + Activity
Here’s the real headline:
✨ Coachella Valley homes are negotiating closer to list price.
The sales-to-list price ratio climbed to 97.0%, up from 95.3% the month before. Why? Because the homes that show well, price well, and position well are the ones commanding attention.
this past month saw
More listings creates more movement which means more alignment.
November is showing us that buyers aren’t just browsing anymore — they’re acting with purpose.
⚖️ Market Conditions
The valley remains firmly in a buyer-leaning environment, with:
And yet, we’re seeing momentum building beneath the surface.
Coachella Valley real estate listings that are thoughtfully prepared, priced according to true market value, and marketed with intention are the ones drawing the strongest offers.
Just like the desert, this market rewards clarity over urgency.
💎 Inventory Levels
In regards to inventory, the Coachella Valley real estate market it has held steady at 2,595 active listings, but the headline is actually the inflow:
✨ 987 new listings in November :: a major rise from September and a sign that sellers are engaging with the market ahead of peak season.
This gives buyers variety (and leverage), while on the otherhand, sellers benefit from a still-active pool of well-qualified, motivated purchasers.
Balanced. Intentional. Seasonal.
That’s the energy November brings.
⏳ Days on Market
In the Coachella Valley Real Estate Market, we are seeing that homes have spent a median of 74 days on the market, up from 68 in September and up from 58 last year.
This increase isn’t a slowdown. What’s happening is a recalibration.
Buyers today are thoughtful and discerning.
They’re exploring options. They’re comparing value, condition, and location more carefully than ever.
And yet, more homes went under contract this month than at any point in the last year. Because the right homes, the ones presented beautifully and priced with intention, are the ones that are able to cut through the noise.
⏱️ Sales Ratios Snapshot
Here’s November at a glance:
So, what does this show? We are currently navigating through a strategic market. A steady market. A market built on alignment, not adrenaline. Now is not the time to think we are in a 2021 market. It’s time to get radically honest and face the facts, especially if you’re serious about wanting your home to sell. We are back in a pre-pandemic market. With that said, we are seeing that median sales price is increasing, which is a good sign. The key to succeed here is to hone in on a strategy that best supports the selling of your home.
🌵 What This Means for Buyers
If October was the warm-up, best believe, November is the opening act.
✨ Buyers. this is still your moment of clarity.
With nearly 600 homes going under contract, it’s clear that while opportunity is everywhere right now and timing matters. As season ramps up, and as sellers prepare for January’s surge of activity, being proactive is key.
Pro tip:
If you find a home that feels like your next chapter… don’t wait for someone else to recognize its magic.
🌞 What This Means for Sellers
Let’s face it… the numbers don’t lie.
Today’s market demands strategy, not guesswork.
With more listings, longer days on market, and fewer homes selling above ask, buyers now have the upper hand. To stay competitive, success isn’t about luck. It’s about a plan.
✨ Sellers. If you want your house to sell, these are your non-negotiables.
This is where expertise matters. The right pricing, staging, and marketing strategy can be the difference between sitting on the market, and selling with S.O.U.L.™ leads with intention and soul. Present your home as an invitation, a lifestyle that’s ready to be lived. So, what happens when you align with the energy of the market? You open the door for your next chapter to unfold with ease.
🏜️ Final Thoughts
With season kicking off in the Coachella Valley, the key to succeed in today’s real estate market is to be strategic with your pricing.
If you’re in the market to purchase right now and you find the perfect house, don’t lean on the excuse, “oh, once the interest rates drop, then I’ll put in an offer.” The thing to mention here is that interest rates are around a percent lower than what they were last year. When rates drop, we also see 4-6 million new buyers in the market.
Why is that important? Because if you’ve found the dream home and you’re waiting, once that rate drops, the likelihood of that house no longer being on the market or there being a bidding war for the property which will then lead to the potential of you paying more now verses you buying now, dating the rate, and refinancing once the rates drop are high. If you want to learn more about the different loan types, make sure you check out the difference between them here.
For sellers, unfortunately, this isn’t 2021 and the likelihood of you getting the prices that were happening in the Coachella Valley are slim to none. With that said, if your house has been on the market for over a month, the key to get the ball moving and potential interest on the house may be to lower the price.
If you’re considering making a move or simply curious about your home’s current value, let’s talk. I’m here to provide insights tailored to your unique situation, with strategy, clarity, and intention.
I’m Sabrina Riccio, born and raised here in the heart of the desert. My mission is to help you navigate this market with grace, grounded strategy, and local wisdom that’s rooted, not rushed.
If you’re ready to align your next move with purpose, let’s talk.
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