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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for August 2026.*
* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Palm Desert real estate market. *
May 1, 2026 - Jul 31, 2026
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (May 2026 - Jul 2026).
Palm Desert is currently tilted toward sellers, with the market gauge indicating a seller’s market despite signs of easing. A typical home value around $610,000 is up roughly 6% year over year in this rolling three-month view, pointing to steady price growth even as conditions cool.
Inventory and activity trends help explain this balance. Active listings are slightly lower than a year ago, while homes sold have inched up a bit, and months of supply sits at about 5.3 months, suggesting more options than in the recent past but not an oversupplied market.
Buyer leverage has improved in some ways, as homes are taking longer to sell with a median of about 99 days on market and the share selling above list price holding under 10%. Even so, the average sale-to-list ratio near 96% shows sellers are still achieving prices close to their asking amounts, and Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with an agent who understands these shifting dynamics.
Palm Desert offers residents a sun-soaked lifestyle with easy access to golf and outdoor recreation, engaging cultural events, and a vibrant shopping and dining scene that fosters a strong sense of community.
Palm Desert offers resort style living with everyday convenience, combining wide residential options, retail hubs, and desert scenery in a highly accessible layout. Centrally located in the Coachella Valley, it provides quick connections to Palm Springs, Cathedral City, and Indio along Highway 111 and Interstate 10.
Daily life is built around easy access to amenities. The city’s retail core includes The Gardens on El Paseo and dining along the El Paseo district, anchored by venues like Cuistot and Mastro’s Steakhouse. Residents enjoy year round recreation at Civic Center Park with playgrounds, sports fields, and community events, as well as family friendly programming at the Palm Desert Aquatic Center.
Culture and education are close at hand. The McCallum Theatre hosts touring performances, while College of the Desert supports continuing education and weekend street fairs. Local schools within the Desert Sands Unified School District and nearby resources like the Palm Desert Library add to long term livability.
Whether you are relocating from another city or moving across town from La Quinta, understanding micro neighborhoods, HOA structures, and seasonal traffic patterns is crucial. A local Palm Desert real estate agent who knows these details can help you time the market, navigate disclosures, and reduce stress at every step. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with the right expert to make that process more straightforward.
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“We are very happy and satisfied with the service Erika and Carlos have provided. They are knowledgeable, professional and have made the home buying process so smooth and stress-free. They were always accessible and thoroughly answered all questions we had. They are thrusworthy and I definitely recommend working with them!”
“This guy is one of the best agents we ever met. I strongly recommend anyone who's reading this review and we're gonna continue to use them for the rest of our lives and recommend them to all our family member members.”
“Steven, Adrian and the whole staff were absolutely amazing and went above and beyond to sell our house. It was in a trust and had a probate. Absolutely thee best probate realtor ever!!!!! Thank you again for everything”
“This is the second time I have used Rebecca Anderson to purchase a new property. This time she was also the realtor to sell my property. Rebecca was always available to answer my questions and never made me feel like I was bothering her. She was patience and firm when necessary. I would definitely use Rebecca Anderson again if necessary.”
“We are grateful having selected Angelica to represent the sale of our family home. Her expansive knowledge and experience, along with her interpersonal skills and ability to assess foreseen & unforeseen situations, enabled her to effectively guide and make recommendations to help us achieve desired goals. Her attention to detail, combined with her desire to produce quality service, made the home preparation and selling process easy for us. She and her team of professionals provided excellent work, communicated well, and she kept us updated on the processes and next steps - always moving forward. Her pleasant manner and desire to provide quality work with great services, make Angelica an outstanding realtor and an indispensable asset for her customers. We feel blessed to have worked with Angelica's on the sale of our 1950's family home and highly recommend her and her services.”
“Hello Gabriela, Thank you for helping make this milestone possible. I'm so grateful for all your support and professionalism I will gladly recommend you to anyone looking for an outstanding realtor! Thank you Rosemarie Rodarte”
“A friend who's wife is a coworker of Alexandria gave me the referral. Trust was the main thing I was looking for as these transactions are really important.”
“I have known Deanna for many years and never hesitate to recommend her.”
“From beginning to .end, Lauren provided us with the best service anyone could have. She understood the familial connection to this home, and never minimized our wishes regarding it's history. In fact, she enhanced that connection. Her knowledge of the local market, comps, staging and showing, and closing the deal were all amazing. We felt totally involved, totally informed, and totally guided in every step of this process. We don't have any current needs to purchase or sell property, but if/when that arrises in the future, our only call will be to Lauren Dunn. She is the best”
“Very attentive, on time, sharp with knowledge of the process from showing to closing Excellent customer service”
“Andrew was fantastic from start to finish. He was available at all times, communicative, and always had our best interest in mind. He was patient in helping us find our home after one month of searching. He was incredibly knowledgeable and professinal throughout this entire process. We were extremely happy working with him and will absolutely reccomend and use him again for future home purchases.”
“It was a pleasure working with Yana and learning from her real estate market insights. Since the purchase required court confirmation, she helped me prepare for the hearing and guided me through every step of the process. Thanks to her expertise, professionalism, and teamwork, we successfully closed the transaction. I truly appreciated her dedication and would gladly work with her again.”
“Coming from a marketing backgound. Jack Ma's a methodical and analytical approach resonnated with me from the start. You may get lucky with one sale. But in the long run, a comprehensive plan yields more consistant results. I spoke with 2 other realtors before deciding to list with Jack Ma. The other realtors were nice enough and seemed familiar with my locality, but didn't present a thorough marketing plan. Ultimatly, that's what swayed me and Jack delivered! Highly recommended!”
“Joe Rivera is a very consistent and hard working agent. Although, we were in a tough market he persisted and never gave up and always had an enthusiastic and positive mentality. He never stopped until his mission was complete and gave great results. It was a pleasure working with him and cannot recommend enough! Thank you Mr. Joe Rivera, we will continue to work together and seek your services.”
“Joanna demonstrated exceptional proficiency in all matters that arose during our issue, consistently keeping us informed and engaged.”
“Working with Danny was a great experience from start to finish. He was knowledgeable, responsive, and made the entire home-buying process smooth and stress-free. Thank you, Danny, for your guidance and dedication throughout the purchase of our property. We truly appreciate all of your hard work and highly recommend you to anyone looking for an excellent real estate agent!”
“I had an amazing experience working with Rienee Duran from day one. She was incredibly patient as I searched for the right home and always took the time to answer all of my questions. She explained every step of the process so clearly, was very communicative, and made sure I understood everything along the way. As a single mom, buying a home can feel overwhelming and even a little scary, but Rienee made the process so much easier. I truly believe God placed her in my path at the right time. She also connected me with an amazing loan officer, Sindee, who took the time to walk me through all the financial details and really helped me understand the numbers. She truly went above and beyond, and not only will I miss working with her, but my kids will miss her too. I would absolutely work with Rienee again for any future real estate needs and feel so grateful for her guidance through this journey.”
“A very pleasure working with Monica”
“Joe Chung provided exceptional guidance throughout my home search. Thanks to his excellent listening skills, he instinctively understood my needs and preferences right from the start. His expertise made the entire process seamless, and I highly recommend his services.”
“Amy is an outstanding agent who helped my family with a home sale during a very stressful time. She made everything extremely easy. She thought of things no one else did, to head off issues before they became issues. She gave great advice that was practical. Amy’s involvement and creativity yielded multiple offers and an above asking price sale. She was reassuring and professional. She brought a lot of knowledge and experience to the table. She is also just a great person who put me at ease straight away. I trust her completely. This went as smoothly as it possibly could have. I cannot recommend Amy enough.”
There are more than 2 million real estate agents across the U.S., and you want to be sure the one you partner with is an experienced and trustworthy professional with strong local expertise covering the housing market in and around Palm Desert. Working with a proven agent will help you sell your home faster and for more money, and help you find your dream home at the best possible price.
Choosing a real estate agent to help you buy or sell property is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. You want to make sure your agent is an expert in your area, has a proven record helping people buy and sell similar homes to yours, and is well regarded by their previous clients. Let us know a few details about the property you are selling or the kind of home you want to buy, and Agent Pronto will match you with trusted real estate agents that have the experience you need. And before you interview an agent, check out our top five questions to ask a buyer’s agent and listing agent.
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