Located off Interstate 10 and quietly tucked away on the north side of Palm Desert, University Neighborhood is a small community almost entirely composed of new developments and subdivisions. The area also offers homebuyers proximity to the highway, country clubs and two higher education institutes. “University Neighborhood is a brand new area with quite a bit of building going on, and it’s probably just about halfway done,” says Fatima Nordquist, a real estate professional at Power Brokers International with 20 years of experience. “The big plus is it’s very close to the freeway, and it is up the hill so most homes are outside the wind belt.”
Newly developed homes by Interstate 10
At University Neighborhood, a mix of single-story and two-level homes sit close together on quiet streets. Architectural designs range from midcentury modern and contemporary to New Traditional with Mediterranean influence. Lots are moderate in size and average around 3,000 square feet, with just enough room for patios or a small garden. With relatively low monthly association fees, real estate prices are typically between $550,000 and $1 million, and properties that have five bedrooms or are over 3,000 square feet can reach $1.3 million. “Homes here have very small lots and are very close together,” Nordquist says. “It’s also why there are more two-story houses because there’s only so much space. These homes are more for the younger generations who don’t want to pay high HOA fees to live in country club communities.”
Mid-century modern-style homes can be found in the University Neighborhood.
Many homes in the University Neighborhood feature ample garage space.
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Palm Springs Unified School District serves area students
Rancho Mirage Elementary School gets a B-plus grade from Niche, and Nellie N. Coffman Middle School rates a C-plus. Offering a robust athletics program and career academies for visual arts, theater and automotive, Rancho Mirage High School has a B rating. Notably, the Palm Desert Campus of California State University, San Bernardino and the University of California, Riverside's Palm Desert Center are right by the area. CSUSB Palm Desert offers undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as continuing education courses for state residents over 60. UCR Palm Desert provides certificates and programs focused on bringing positive impacts to the community.
Nellie N. Coffman Middle in Cathedral City offers students a place to thrive.
Rancho Mirage High School is dedicated to student success.
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Businesses, stores and restaurants along Cook Street and Monterey Avenue
The area has several shopping centers, and popular restaurants include JT’s Diner and Billy Q’s, both of which serve hearty American fare in a traditional setting. Walmart and Tower Market are both about a block west on Monterey Avenue. Additional shopping and dining options can be found along El Paseo Drive, which is about 6 miles south and features a variety of boutiques, retailers, cafes and galleries.
Dine in or grab a pizza to go at Billy Q’s in the University Neighborhood.
El Paseo features luxury stores like Louis Vuitton near the University Neighborhood.
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Public parks and recreational venues around University Neighborhood
Located at the heart of the neighborhood, University Park East has an open green field, which is perfect for children and pets to run around and play in. Several blocks east, Freedom Park has walking paths, playgrounds, baseball fields and sports facilities for basketball and volleyball. In addition, the area has several indoor gyms and is surrounded by many country clubs, including Marriott's Shadow Ridge Golf Club and Desert Willow Golf Resort, both of which have open tee times for the public.
Your kids will love the playground at University Park East in Palm Desert.
Enjoy a round of golf at Marriott Shadow Ridge near the University Neighborhood.
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I-10 and Route 111 make for easy highway access
The community is almost directly bordered by Interstate 10 on its north side, and residents can take the freeway to access San Bernardino, which is about 65 miles west. California state Route 111 is south of the area, connecting people to other cities in the Coachella Valley. Palm Springs International Airport is approximately 11 miles west. Located along Bob Hope Drive and surrounded by several SunLine bus stops, Eisenhower Medical Center is a couple of blocks west of the neighborhood.
Community events and city-wide festivals in Palm Desert
For over 40 years, the College of the Desert has been organizing the city’s weekly farmers market and street fair events. Locals can shop for gourmet foods, home décor and fashion pieces while enjoying live music in an outdoor setting. Other celebrations include a fireworks show on Independence Day and the annual Palm Desert Food & Wine Festival, featuring luncheons and cooking demonstrations with celebrity chefs.
Enjoy great company at the Palm Desert Greek Festival near the University Neighborhood.
The Coachella Valley Wildflower Festival near the University Neighborhood delights the senses.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
537
Median Age
45
Population under 18
19%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$110,416
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$132,446
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.6%
College Graduates
51.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
2''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
106°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
55/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
20/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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