Most Coachella Valley visitors pass Desert Hot Springs on their way to Palm Springs. Buyers looking for value and a distinctive desert lifestyle may want to take a closer look. Known as “Spa City,” Desert Hot Springs is home to natural geothermal mineral springs, and, according to the October 2026 GPSR Desert Housing Report, it had the region’s shortest median selling time. Just listed at 66595 San Marcus Road, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240, this single-story, three-bedroom, t

The GPSR Desert Housing Report, October 2026, describes a balanced but increasingly supply-heavy Coachella Valley market. It reports 5.3 months of sales, a 53-day median time on market, an average 2.8% discount from list price for detached homes, and 10.7% of homes selling over list. That is not a crash signal. It is a reason to price carefully. Buyers have choices, and hopeful pricing can cost sellers time as well as money. What the October Data Actually Says The report us

For many people, pickleball has become the social sport of the desert winter. Snowbirds and relocating buyers often have a practical question: Where can I play near home? Across the Coachella Valley, several active-adult communities make pickleball part of everyday life. Here are five communities with courts, plus two more worth exploring. The court details below reflect sources available on November 9, 2026; amenities and access can change, so confirm directly with each comm

Snowbird season is underway, and buyers are searching from near and far for a winter home in the Coachella Valley. A common question: What can $390,000 actually buy in a gated 55+ community? Here’s one concrete example. As of November 8, 2026, 80519 Avenida San Fernando is listed for $390,000 in Sun City Shadow Hills, Indio. Current community listings generally range from the low $400,000s to the mid- and high-$500,000s, with some listed higher. That puts this home below the

Explore the home room by room in the Matterport 3D tour, then read on for the full picture. A single-story Montoya plan, a corner lot, and a $390,000 asking price. Newly listed on November 4, 80519 Avenida San Fernando offers a fresh opportunity to own in Indio’s gated Sun City Shadow Hills community. The 2-bedroom, 2-bath home has 1,432 square feet, a flexible den, and a 5,662-square-foot corner lot. Its interior was recently professionally painted, and the home includes a c

At the end of a gated drive, a circular motor court gathers around a hand-carved Cantera stone fountain. Beyond it, the Mediterranean architecture of La Belle Dame opens toward landscaped grounds, an olive grove and glimpses of the mountains. Listed at $5,895,000, 32 Clancy Lane is a single-level estate in Clancy Lane Estates, a gated enclave in Rancho Mirage. Designed by renowned architect Juan Carlos Ochoa, the residence offers 6,424 square feet on approximately 0.95 acres.

A golf-course view, mountain scenery, leased solar, and a Palm Desert address: all at $559,900. 77025 New York Avenue went live on November 4, 2026, in the established Palm Desert Country Club community. The single-family home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, approximately 1,818 square feet, and a 2-car garage. It also has community pool access and an annual HOA fee of $418. Private showings are available by appointment. This is a first-time listing by the original owner. View

December brings a full month of hockey to Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert. The Coachella Valley Firebirds have eight home games on the calendar, including several themed nights and a New Year’s Eve matchup. The Coachella Valley Lakers also host one home game in December. Acrisure Arena is home to both the Firebirds, the Seattle Kraken’s American Hockey League affiliate, and the Lakers, an NBA G League team. For local fans and holiday visitors, the schedule offers plenty of chan

As snowbird season begins, buyers from across the country are looking at the Coachella Valley for a sunny winter home, or a new place to call home year-round. In Indio, Sun City Shadow Hills stands out for its two clubhouses, golf, and an unusually broad range of clubs and activities. It is Del Webb’s second active-adult community in the valley, about two miles east of Sun City Palm Desert. Stephen Powell is listed as a community expert for Sun City Shadow Hills on 55places.

It’s November, and many homeowners are asking the same question: Should we wait until spring to sell? Spring can bring more buyers. But this year, waiting also means more competing listings, continued ownership costs, and no clear promise of lower mortgage rates by April. For Coachella Valley sellers, the latest data makes a strong case for considering a sale now, not because every homeowner should rush, but because waiting for spring is not automatically the safer or more pr

It is November 1, and somewhere in a warehouse near you, a 12-inch, nearly four-pound pie just reappeared in the cooler for under six dollars. For many families, that pie is not a dessert. It is the dessert, and it has been for almost forty years. The Kirkland Signature pumpkin pie is one of the strangest and most beloved things Costco sells: a pie the size of a steering wheel, priced like an afterthought, with a recipe that has not changed in over three decades. Here is how

It is November 1, and somewhere in a warehouse near you, a 12-inch, nearly four-pound pie just reappeared in the cooler for under six dollars. For many families, that pie is not a dessert. It is the dessert, and it has been for almost forty years. The Kirkland Signature pumpkin pie is one of the strangest and most beloved things Costco sells: a pie the size of a steering wheel, priced like an afterthought, with a recipe that has not changed in over three decades. Here is how

A lower listing fee does not automatically mean lower-quality marketing. The useful question is whether you know exactly what services are included, and whether the total cost and support fit your needs. If you’re comparing a discount real estate agent with a traditional listing arrangement in Greater Palm Springs, look beyond the fee label. Compare the written services, the communication, the marketing, and the estimated net proceeds. Myth vs. reality: “Discount” means “cut

October in the desert is finally cool enough to enjoy an evening outdoors. And Halloween 2026 lands on a Saturday, turning the weekend into a full slate of family festivals, costume fun and grown-up plans. Whether you’re looking for family Halloween events in Palm Springs, a daytime outing in Palm Desert or a Saturday night in the Arenas District, here’s a guide to confirmed Coachella Valley Halloween events. Event times below are those listed by organizers as of October 22.

A La Quinta morning at PGA WEST might begin with mountain views over the fairway, then shift to a tennis court, a clubhouse lunch, or an evening gathering. Golf is central to the setting, but the lifestyle can include much more. If you’re considering joining a club or exploring the area, it helps to know what PGA WEST is, and what it isn’t. This guide explains the community, golf, amenities, membership categories, and practical details to confirm before making a decision. Wh

78721 Hampshire Avenue in Palm Desert is sold. Escrow closed October 17, 2026, and the seller saved $3,150 in listing commissions, roughly 33% less than a traditional 3% listing-side commission. The home offered approximately 1,080 square feet, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a two-car garage, and a corner-lot location. Built in 2003, it also featured a private jacuzzi and an outdoor 4K projector setup. Its approximate list price was $325,700. A home sale is more than a transact

The Coachella Valley changes pace when the heat finally breaks. By November, outdoor dinners feel inviting again, the mountains beckon, and the local calendar fills with art, food, music, sports, and the first holiday lights. Here’s a practical guide to Coachella Valley events in November 2026, plus year-round favorites that feel especially good in the cooler season. Event details can change, so check the linked organizer pages before you head out. Early November: Pride and

The Coachella Valley changes pace when the heat finally breaks. By November, outdoor dinners feel inviting again, the mountains beckon, and the local calendar fills with art, food, music, sports, and the first holiday lights. Here’s a practical guide to Coachella Valley events in November 2026, plus year-round favorites that feel especially good in the cooler season. Event details can change, so check the linked organizer pages before you head out. Early November: Pride and

982 new listings in one month. That’s the number Coachella Valley sellers should pay attention to as the seasonal market begins. More homes give buyers more choices. That doesn’t mean the market has crashed, or that every seller needs to slash their price. It means your home needs to stand out when buyers are comparing listings, often on a phone, before they ever schedule a visit. The goal is simple: spend less on listing-side commission without giving up the marketing that h

982 new listings in one month. That’s the number Coachella Valley sellers should pay attention to as the seasonal market begins. More homes give buyers more choices. That doesn’t mean the market has crashed, or that every seller needs to slash their price. It means your home needs to stand out when buyers are comparing listings, often on a phone, before they ever schedule a visit. The goal is simple: spend less on listing-side commission without giving up the marketing that h