Edition #16
WEEKLY DIGEST
Curated by Laura Holbert · Team Integrity Realty
Featured Homes in Murrieta
A snapshot of active listings across Murrieta this week. Prices and availability change quickly, so reach out for the latest.
Listed at $649,900, this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home on Corte Sombrero brings you into Alta Murrieta, one of the city's most established and popular neighborhoods. With about 2,222 square feet of living space on a quiet court location, it offers the room counts most families need at a price that sits below Murrieta's median. Alta Murrieta is central to the city, with neighborhood parks, highly regarded schools, and a strong sense of community, and shopping and dining are a short drive away. Prices and availability change quickly, so confirm the latest details before planning a visit.
This week's space-first pick is 33727 Verbena Street in the Murrieta Highlands area, listed at $759,000 with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and roughly 3,771 square feet. A five-bedroom floor plan at this price gives growing families room for home offices, guest quarters, and everything in between. Murrieta Highlands is a hillside residential area on the 92563 side of town known for its roomy homes and neighborhood feel, close to parks and the everyday conveniences residents depend on. As with every listing, confirm current status and pricing with your agent before scheduling a tour.
Topping this week's picks, 29689 Masters Drive is listed at $774,990 with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and about 3,233 square feet. It sits in the Murrieta Hot Springs area, the historic side of town that takes its name from the natural hot springs and is now home to the restored Murrieta Hot Springs Resort and its geothermal pools. Generous square footage on this side of town suits buyers who want space without paying for the newest master-planned premium. New listings here turn heads quickly, so reach out early if it fits your goals. Confirm current details and availability before scheduling a tour.
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This Week's Market Snapshot
Week of October 19, 2026 – October 25, 2026
Median Sold Price
$692,500
Median Days on Market
34
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.5%
The clearest read for late October comes from the September month-end market report for Southwest Riverside County, published this month. It puts Murrieta's median sold price at $692,500, with a median list price of $714,900 and a median 34 days on market. The report frames the city as a seller's market with about three months of inventory (2.99 to be exact) and a 99.5 percent sale-to-list ratio, meaning homes are still closing at or very near their asking prices. Separate trackers tell a similar, slightly more conservative story: Resideline's rolling six-month median sold price sat near $645,000 in early October, with roughly 61 active listings in the 92562 ZIP code and 58 in 92563.
The takeaway this week: Murrieta still leans toward sellers, but buyers have real leverage on homes that sit. Priced-right, well-presented properties are moving in about a month, while others linger and invite negotiation. Neighborhood-by-neighborhood perspective matters more than any single headline number, so reach out for a closer look at the areas you are watching.
Thai Orchid Restaurant
A Neighborhood Favorite for Thai on Madison Avenue
On the Madison Avenue corridor near its intersection with Murrieta Hot Springs Road, Thai Orchid Restaurant has built a loyal following as a small, family-run Thai spot with a big reputation. The Pad Thai gets the most love, with regulars calling it some of the best they have had, and the kitchen also shines on yellow curry, pineapple fried rice, drunken noodles, and Panang curry. Spring rolls are a dependable starter, and the menu includes solid vegan and vegetarian options. Reviewers on Yelp keep it around 4.5 stars, and TripAdvisor reviewers give it about 4.6 out of 5. Weekday lunch specials make it an easy midday stop for anyone working or shopping nearby.
What to order: This is a Pad Thai place first. Pair it with a yellow curry and a side of spring rolls, or go for the pineapple fried rice if you want something sweeter. Vegetarians have plenty of options across the menu.
Address: 25359 Madison Ave Ste 101, Murrieta, CA 92562 · (951) 894-2863 · Open Mon - Sat 11 AM - 8 PM, Sun 11 AM - 7 PM
Things to Do This Week
October 19 - 25, 2026
Dark in the Park: Concert & Laser Light Show
Friday, October 23 · 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Town Square Park & Amphitheater (11 Town Square). The City of Murrieta's spooky-themed Halloween kickoff returns with the Monster Mash House Band, a dazzling laser light show, and local food vendors. It is free, family-friendly, and one of the friendliest ways to celebrate the season in the heart of town. Read the full Halloween guide
Menifee Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
Saturday, October 24 · 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Mt. San Jacinto College Menifee Valley Campus (28237 La Piedra Rd, Menifee). The City of Menifee honors Dia de los Muertos with an evening of traditional music, dance, food, and community celebration. Free to attend, it is a beautiful way to experience the holiday with neighbors from across Southwest Riverside County.
Murrieta Certified Farmers' Market
Sunday, October 25 · 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Village Walk Plaza (24480 Village Walk Pl). The year-round Sunday market brings California Certified Farmers offering fresh fruits and vegetables, plus prepared foods, baked goods, and handmade items from local vendors. Late October brings apples, winter squash, and plenty of pumpkins, a lovely weekend tradition right in the heart of Murrieta. Read the full guide
Self-Care Sunsets at Murrieta Hot Springs Resort
Sunday, October 25 · 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Murrieta Hot Springs Resort (39405 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd). The resort's monthly wellness market returns the last Sunday of every month with 40-plus local vendors, complimentary wellness classes including yoga and sound baths, and discounted twilight access to the geothermal mineral pools. Free to attend, it is a relaxing way to close out the weekend.
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Laura Holbert · DRE# 01932682 · Broker · laura@teamintegrityrealty.com · Cheryl Shadden · DRE# 01932888 · cheryl@teamintegrityrealty.com · Team Integrity Realty
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