Sat, Nov 7 · 11 AM-1 PM
1st Annual Kiddie Parade
A kids' parade on the City of Needles events calendar.
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Needles · Memo Dinh, REALTOR®
Needles real estate, in the desert.
A small city on the Colorado River near the Arizona and Nevada borders, with affordable homes and river access. I help buyers, sellers and families with inherited homes in Needles and across San Bernardino County.
About Needles
Living in Needles, at a glance.
Places people know in and around Needles: Colorado River, Moabi Regional Park, El Garces Harvey House.
The typical home in Needles was built around 1979. With homes that age, the big questions are whether the roof, windows, HVAC, electrical and plumbing have been updated, and what permits were pulled for past remodels.
About 52% of occupied homes here are owner-occupied and 48% are rented, per the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey, so there's steady demand from renters for investors to consider.
ZIP codes
92363
Getting around
the 40 and Route 66
Owner-occupied homes
52% (U.S. Census ACS 2020–2024)
Typical year built
1979 (median, U.S. Census ACS)
Housing units
3,007 (U.S. Census ACS)
Needles market · September 2026
The numbers, updated monthly.
Typical home value
$184K
-2.2% vs. last year · Zillow Home Value Index
Homes for sale
39
Active listings · Realtor.com
See the full Needles housing market report (prices by ZIP code, days on market, price cuts and the year-over-year trend).
Typical values and listing counts are not appraisals. For what your home would sell for, get a free home value report.
Buying and selling in Needles
What to know before you move.
In the desert around Needles, ask about summer utility costs, the age of the A/C, pool equipment and any solar panels, and whether that solar is owned, leased or financed, because a lease or loan has to be transferred or paid off at sale.
Country club and gated communities often carry HOA dues and sometimes club fees, and some neighborhoods are age-restricted (55+). Those rules and costs shape your real monthly payment as much as the price does.
Coming from LA or Orange County? Needles can mean more home for the money. Price the commute along with the house, and we can line up the sale of your current home with the purchase so you aren't carrying two at once.
Want homes in Needles as they hit the market? Save your search and I'll send matches and a short monthly market update.
How I help in Needles
One agent, every kind of deal.
Buyers
Your real monthly cost with HOA dues, Mello-Roos, insurance and utilities included, plus the inspections this kind of home needs.
Sellers
Pricing from recent sales near you in Needles, prep that pays off, and marketing aimed at buyers already looking here.
Seasonal and retirement buyers
Second homes, 55+ communities and snowbird timing, with solar, pool and HOA details sorted out early.
Buying or selling in Needles
Your Needles realtor, for either side.
Looking for a real estate agent in Needles? I'm Memo Dinh, a REALTOR® with Epique Realty (CA DRE #02066757), and I help buyers and sellers in Needles and across San Bernardino County. Call or text 562-253-9034 or book a 15-minute call.
Buying
Homes for sale in Needles
Houses, condos and townhomes in Needles as they hit the MLS. Save your Needles search and get new listings and price drops by email.
First-time home buyer in Needles?
Start with your real monthly payment, then the loan and any down payment help you qualify for. First-time buyer guide.
Buyer's agent in Needles
Since August 2024, California buyers sign a written agreement with their agent before touring. I walk you through what it covers and how my pay is set, before you sign.
New construction near Needles
Builders' sales reps work for the builder. Bring your own agent on the first visit. New construction guide.
Investment and rental property
Rent, cash flow and cap rate on Needles properties, plus local rent rules. Investor services and the investment calculator.
Selling
What's my Needles home worth?
A free home value report built from the closest recent sales, not an online estimate. Get your home value, or see the Needles housing market report.
Sell my house in Needles
Pricing from recent sales near you, prep that pays off, and marketing to buyers already searching Needles. How I sell homes.
Sell fast or take a cash offer?
Have a cash offer, or thinking about one? I'll put it next to an on-market estimate so you can see the real difference in your net before you choose.
Cost to sell a house in Needles
Commission is negotiable. Plan for escrow, title, San Bernardino County's $1.10 per $1,000 documentary transfer tax, plus a city transfer tax where the city charges one, and any repairs or credits. Estimate your net.
Inherited a home or selling a trust?
Probate, trust and estate sales, including out-of-state heirs. Trust and probate sales.
Downsizing or moving away
Line up the sale and your next home so you aren't carrying two. Moving out of California? I'll connect you with a vetted agent there.
Around Needles
Coming up in Needles.
Free and local things to do, checked against official city and organizer pages. Add any of them to your calendar in one tap.
Sat, Nov 7 · 9 AM-8 PM
3rd Annual Fall Festival & Centennial Celebration
The City of Needles fall festival and centennial celebration.
Photo: Joanna Huang / Unsplash
Sat, Nov 14 · 9 AM-2 PM
Cruizin the Century Car Show
A car show on the City of Needles events calendar.
Photo: Mark Duffel / UnsplashNothing in Needles on my verified list yet. New events are added every week; meanwhile, see the official city calendar and what's on nearby.
More in Needles: the City of Needles's official events calendar →
Dates and details come from official city and organizer pages and can change, so please confirm before you go. Photos are representative Unsplash images of this type of event, not photos of these events.
Client review
★★★★★“Very courteous, listened to my concerns, very efficient. When I was ready to purchase the property we found on the market, Memo brought results faster than I expected. Every problem that popped up was addressed quickly.”Buyer
County guide
Questions
Straight answers.
What is a typical home worth in Needles?
About $184K as of September 2026, per the Zillow Home Value Index, down 2.2% from a year earlier. That's a typical value, not your home's price. Ask me for the recent sales closest to your street.
How many homes are for sale in Needles?
39 active listings in the latest Realtor.com monthly data. My Needles housing market report has the trend, prices by ZIP code and days on market.
What should I check on a desert home in Needles?
The A/C's age, summer utility bills, pool and spa equipment, roof condition, and whether any solar is owned, leased or financed. Outside city lines, also ask about septic and wells.
Do you work in Needles?
Yes. I'm based in Gardena and work across San Bernardino County, including Needles, Earp, Blythe and Twentynine Palms. Call or text 562-253-9034, or book a 15-minute call.
What's going on around Needles?
See the events section on this page. It lists upcoming community events I've checked against official pages, plus a link to the official calendar when the city has one. The full list is on my local events calendar.
How do I choose a real estate agent in Needles?
Look for someone who works Needles regularly, explains the numbers in writing, answers quickly and has verified reviews. Check their license on the California DRE website. I'm Memo Dinh (CA DRE #02066757), a REALTOR® with Epique Realty and a 5.0-star rating from clients. Call or text 562-253-9034 to talk it through.
How do I sell my house in Needles?
Get a pricing analysis from the closest recent sales, fix only what buyers will pay for, list with strong photos and a clear plan, then compare every offer by your net, not just the price. I give you a net sheet before you list.
How much does it cost to sell a house in Needles?
Commissions are negotiable. Other costs usually include escrow, title insurance, San Bernardino County's $1.10 per $1,000 documentary transfer tax, plus a city transfer tax where the city charges one, and any repair credits or prep. Use the seller net sheet on this site for an estimate, then I'll send you an exact version.
Should I take a cash offer for my Needles home?
Sometimes. A cash offer saves time and repairs but usually comes in lower. If you have one, I'll put it next to an on-market estimate so you can compare your real net.
Is there down payment help for first-time buyers in Needles?
Often, yes. CalHFA programs are statewide, and some counties and cities run their own down payment programs that open in rounds. Rules and funding change, so confirm current availability with a CalHFA-approved lender. Not financial advice.
I inherited a house in Needles. What should I do first?
Find out whether it's in a trust or needs probate through the San Bernardino County Superior Court, keep it insured and secured, and ask your CPA about the stepped-up tax basis and Prop 19 before deciding to keep, rent or sell. I help heirs sell, including from out of state. Not legal or tax advice.
Let's talk
Start with 15 minutes.
Tell me what you're trying to do and when. I'll tell you what it takes, what it costs, and the smartest first step. No pressure, no script.