Indio Housing Market Report – May 2026
Here's a look at how the Indio, CA real estate market performed in May 2026, based on actual sold data from the MLS.
Market Snapshot
- Homes Sold: 114
- Median Sale Price: $517,500
- Average Sale Price: $544,087
- Average Price Per Sq Ft: $293
- Average Days on Market: 110
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 96.1%
Month-Over-Month Trends
Compared to April, the median sale price in Indio moved 1.5% down (from $525,250 to $517,500). The number of homes sold was 17.4% down compared to the prior month (138 vs. 114). Average days on market shifted 9.1% down (121 days to 110 days).
Year-Over-Year Comparison
Compared to May 2025, the median sale price is 4.2% down (from $540,000 to $517,500). Sales volume is 4.6% up year-over-year.
What This Means
Indio's housing market is showing signs of cooling this May, with both sales volume and median prices trending downward from recent months. The 17.4% drop in homes sold and 1.5% decline in median price suggest that spring momentum is fading faster than typical for this season. However, the year-over-year comparison tells a more nuanced story: while prices are down 4.2% annually, sales activity is actually up 4.6%, indicating the market has stabilized at a lower price point rather than collapsed entirely. The average days on market shrinking to 110 days is encouraging, showing homes are moving reasonably well despite the seasonal headwinds.
What's particularly telling is the 96.1% sale-to-list ratio, meaning buyers still have negotiating power but sellers aren't taking dramatic cuts. With nearly 1,000 active listings on the market and homes averaging 115 days to sell, inventory remains healthy—this gives buyers options while suggesting sellers need to price competitively. For Indio specifically, this slower pace might reflect broader desert market dynamics and rising interest rates that continue to impact affordability in the $500K-plus range. If you're considering selling, pricing realistically is key; if buying, patience and multiple offers aren't necessary right now.
Indio Sales by Zip Code
| Zip Code | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt | Avg DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92201 | 60 | $511,950 | $322 | 114 |
| 92203 | 54 | $525,000 | $264 | 106 |
Sales by Property Type
| Property Type | Homes Sold | Median Price | Avg $/SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SINGLE_FAMILY | 101 | $530,000 | $296 |
| MOBILE | 6 | $90,000 | $258 |
| CONDOS | 5 | $330,000 | $270 |
| LAND | 2 | $401,750 | N/A |
Sales by Price Range
| Price Range | Homes Sold |
|---|---|
| Under $100K | 5 |
| $100K - $199K | 3 |
| $200K - $299K | 1 |
| $300K - $399K | 15 |
| $400K - $499K | 29 |
| $500K - $749K | 52 |
| $750K+ | 9 |
Current Active Listings
As of this report, there are 958 active listings in Indio with a median asking price of $525,195 and an average of 115 days on market.
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