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A historic neighborhood with an enduring spirit
As visitors enter Palm Springs and pass the landmark wind turbine farm, one of the first neighborhoods they’ll see is the historic Desert Highland Gateway Estates. Set 3 miles from downtown and established in 1959 as one of Palm Springs' few Black neighborhoods, it stood strong throughout the city's efforts to push out people of color in the 1960s and '70s. Still thriving today, the community is known locally as Desert Highland, and its core is the James O. Jessie Unity Center, where neighbors come together for events like Family Skate Night and Juneteenth celebrations. Deiter Crawford, a member of the neighborhood's Community Action Association and owner of Urban Palm Springs Jeep Tours, says, "In Desert Highland, everyone knows everyone, because most of our families have been living here for four generations.”
From dunes to dwellings, Desert Highland Gateway homes are a dream come true.
Windmill wonders under the vast desert skies of Desert Highland Gateway.
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Modest older homes with recent renovations and backyard pools
Along the neighborhood's sidewalk-lined streets, most yards aren't landscaped, and homes are primarily 1960s midcentury modern, a popular style throughout Palm Springs. Some are 1990s ranch-style, many of which have been remodeled between the 2010s and 2020s; a common upgrade is a backyard pool, as summer and fall temperatures here often top 100 degrees.
The midcentury modern homes tend to range from $400,000 to $500,000, depending on square footage and renovations. Most homes here have three or four bedrooms, set on lots that span between 7,500 to around 10,000 square feet. The newer homes range from around $600,000 to $700,000, depending on size. The home prices here are lower than many other Palm Springs neighborhoods, attracting many investment buyers looking to rent out their properties; roughly half of the residents here are renters.
Homes that capture the essence of Desert Highland's allure.
Experience tranquility and charm in the heart of Desert Highland Gateway.
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Highly rated public schools nearby
Students can start school at the neighborhood's Katherine Finchy Elementary, rated B by Niche, then continue to the B-rated Raymond Cree Middle, which offers a dual immersion program to learn in both English and Spanish. The A-minus rated Palm Springs High is home to the Palm Springs Academy for Learning Medicine, which offers programming for students who want careers in allied health.
Cahuilla Elementary welcomes students in Palm Springs, CA.
A view of the Katherine Finchy Elementary School buildings from the street.
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Community celebrations held at the Unity Center
The neighborhood's 18-acre Desert Highland Park is home to a playground, basketball court and the James O. Jessie Desert Highland Unity Center. “The Unity Center offers after-school programs for kids, access to computers and free Wi-Fi, and a mature adult program—we don’t like to call them seniors here!” says Crawford. The Unity Center is also an institution of community support; a mobile health clinic pulls up every Wednesday to give neighborhood residents easy access to health services. Every Thursday, there's free food distribution as part of a partnership with the local food bank. The Center is also home to the Desert Highland Gateway Estates Community Action Association, a group that listens to residents' concerns and organizes civic engagement. “The Association has always functioned as a form of communication within the community and with the greater city of Palm Springs,” Crawford explains.
Neighborhood churches include Ajalon Baptist, First Baptist and New Bethel Church of God in Christ (COGIC). In addition to Sunday service, First Baptist Church hosts specialized workshops and community events like Fun Day at the Palm Desert Aquatic Center.
Paws and playtime unite dog owners at Desert Highland Gateway Estates' park.
Experience the beauty of nature while camping at Desert Highland Park.
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Home to one of the only soul food spots in Palm Springs
Brown’s BBQ and Soul Food serves up Southern comfort food out of a small storefront. Neighbors stop into this classic, counter-serve restaurant for menu items like barbecued ribs and crispy fried chicken. Across the street, residents can conveniently stock up on groceries or grab some hot, prepared food to-go at Tower Market. More shopping options are 2 miles away in the Sunrise Square Shopping Center, featuring an Albertsons, Steel Gym and Domino's Pizza. Palm Canyon Drive leads south to a range of vintage shops like Gypsyland, Melody Note and Bustown Modern.
Experience the soul of the south in the heart of the desert at Brown's
Shop with a view of quality and variety at Desert Highland's Tower Market.
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Palm Canyon Drive leads downtown
Highway 111 (Palm Canyon Drive) leads about 3 miles to Downtown Palm Springs and about 10 miles to Interstate 10; the latter leads about 50 miles to Riverside and 100 miles to Los Angeles. SunLine Transit Agency buses stop along Rosa Parks and Frontage roads. It's a 2-mile trip to Desert Regional Medical Center, and about 5 miles to the Palm Springs International Airport.
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Desert Highland Gateway Estates Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Desert Highland Gateway Estates, Palm Springs sell after 96 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Desert Highland Gateway Estates, Palm Springs over the last 12 months is $497,500, down 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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