City Guide
Palm Desert, CA
Overview
Palm Desert, CA, is famous for its year-round hot weather and a popular retreat for "snowbirds" looking to escape colder climates. There are 53,567 residents living in Palm Desert, so moving here will provide a welcoming and small-town feel. Palm Desert hosts the nation's only city-wide Golf Cart Parade with more than 100 golf cart-powered floats on El Paseo Drive. Furthermore, the Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve is home to over 20,000 acres of desert wilderness and hiking trails.
What’s it like to live in Palm Desert, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Palm Desert, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$610,000
and homes stay on the market for 57 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Palm Desert are $739,000
and $535,000
, respectively. Palm Desert area townhouses have a median sale price of $391,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Palm Desert, CAExplore our Palm Desert housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Palm Desert home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Palm Desert rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Palm Desert rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Palm Desert, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Palm Desert
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Indian Ridge Country Club | $1,397,000 | 10 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Palm Valley Country Club | $630,000 | 43 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
South Palm Desert | $785,000 | 15 / 100 | 52 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Ironwood Country Club | $755,750 | 50 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Rancho Las Palmas Country Club | $596,000 | 46 / 100 | 19 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Palm Desert
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What is there to do in Palm Desert, CA ?
Some of the best things to do in Palm Desert, CA range from visiting local parks, dining at some of the best restaurants in town, and enjoying local art. Palm Desert is known for its popular museums such as the Palm Springs Art Museum and the Children's Museum of The Desert. There's a unique arts and culture scene, with performing arts venues like McCallum Theatre and Arthur Newman Theatre. Parks are abundant in Palm Desert, where you can find green spaces like Palm Desert Civic Park, Freedom Park, and Palm Desert Soccer Park. Restaurants and top-rated eateries are found in Palm Desert, so you don't want to skip over these local favorites. For a quick taste of the town, stop by Tommy Bahama's Restaurant and Bar, Pacifica Seafood Restaurant, or Mimmo's Italian Restaurant & Bar.
Explore some of the best things to do in Palm Desert
What's the best way to get around Palm Desert, CA ?
The best way to get around Palm Desert is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Palm Desert has a walk score of 28, meaning this area is car dependent. You can also get around Palm Desert by bike. With a bike score of 40, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Palm Desert Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 9 car rental locations.