University Neighborhood
Neighborhood in Palm Desert, California
Riverside County 92211
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.”
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.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.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Rony Sosa
Rony Sosa
REACTION REALTY
(951) 877-5468
66 Total Sales
1 in University Neighborhood
$540,000 Price
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Terry Limburg
Terry Limburg
Aramis Realty Group Inc.
(657) 245-4182
30 Total Sales
1 in University Neighborhood
$505,000 Price
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Byron Lohman
Byron Lohman
Platinum Star Properties
(760) 548-3895
58 Total Sales
1 in University Neighborhood
$521,000 Price
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Mike Patakas
Mike Patakas
Responds QuicklyDesert Sotheby's International Realty
(442) 227-3246
177 Total Sales
1 in University Neighborhood
$525,000 Price
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Tamara Baron
TB
Tamara Baron
Responds QuicklyDesert Sotheby's International Realty
(760) 465-0632
27 Total Sales
1 in University Neighborhood
$525,000 Price
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Angela Caliger
Angela Caliger
Responds QuicklySurterre Properties Inc.
(657) 900-4298
111 Total Sales
1 in University Neighborhood
$949,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Freedom Park
University Dog Park
University Park East
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | University Neighborhood | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
University Neighborhood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in University Neighborhood, Palm Desert sell after 85 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in University Neighborhood, Palm Desert over the last 12 months is $649,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$721,462
Median Sale Price
$649,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$750,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
43
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$325
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
157
Number of Homes for Sale
37
Median Year Built
2022
Months of Supply
10.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,275
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,878
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 2110am - 12pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
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
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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