Riverside County: The Buyer’s Paradise March 2026 Market Update

Riverside County: The Buyer’s Paradise
March 2026 Market Update

If you want the most "bang for your buck" in Southern California this March, look no further than Riverside County. Unlike the coastal counties, Riverside is currently sitting in Buyer’s Market territory with 3.6 months of supply.

The Opportunity: Median prices have softened slightly to $600,000, down about 2% from last year. This cooling, combined with an influx of new construction, has created a "perfect storm" for buyers.

The Play: Standing inventory discounts. Builders are sitting on completed homes in the Inland Empire and are offering aggressive price cuts—sometimes $20k–$40k—just to clear their books.
Status: Buyer’s Market. This is the best region for negotiating paid closing costs.