Palm Springs is well-known for its midcentury beautiful outdoor recreation and high-end shopping and dining. For those who want unlimited access to the latter, there’s no better place to call home than Downtown Palm Springs. “The appeal of being downtown is that you’re close to shops and restaurants,” says Greg Tormo, a Realtor with the Paul Kaplan Group who has sold several homes in the city. “It’s a vibrant area with lots of things to do. If you want to go to great restaurants or walk through shops, that’s where it all is.” Downtown Palm Springs is centered around Palm Canyon Drive and Indian Canyon Drive, each running north to south through the city. A mix of midcentury modern and Spanish-style buildings line the streets, housing local stores, popular eateries and bars serving the latest trend in craft cocktails. Life in Downtown Palm Springs allows residents to explore everything the commercial district offers just steps from their home.
Mid-century modern architecture defines the skyline of downtown Palm Springs.
Shop for gifts and all things Palm Springs at Destination PSP.
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High-end shops and restaurants a short walk away
Downtown Palm Springs is a relatively small neighborhood, making it easy for residents to walk along the palm tree-lined streets to get to the commercial area on the main roads. There are so many restaurants in the community that it can be hard to pick where to eat, but Tormo has a few recommendations. “I love Melvyn’s, which is west of Palm Canyon Drive and is sort of a classic old-school restaurant. Right downtown, there’s a place called Johannes that is a good German restaurant. The Rooster and The Pig is a great restaurant,” he says. Melvyn’s is in the Inglewood Estate hotel on Ramon Drive. This upscale American restaurant has hosted diners such as Marilyn Monroe, Marlon Brando and Frank Sinatra. Residents often dress up and head here for cocktails and a steak dinner. Johannes is a bright eatery popular for its schnitzel, while Rooster and The Pig serves Vietnamese fare in a rustic, open setting. Shopping in the neighborhood includes La Plaza, an outdoor mall with home goods stores, gift shops and jewelers. The area also has a few national retailers, like Tommy Bahama, H&M and Pandora Jewelry. Gourmet groceries are available at On The Mark, a small local store popular for its wine and charcuterie items. For a full shopping trip, residents can visit Grocery Outlet on Palm Canyon Drive or Ralphs, about 1 mile east of the neighborhood on Sunrise Way.
Discover the vibrant ambiance of live music and dining at Marlin Bar in downtown Palm Springs.
Discover the culinary delights of downtown Palm Springs with its array of restaurants offering o
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Culture and entertainment in Downtown Palm Springs
Downtown Palm Springs is home to the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum, a large museum that details the history of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. The Agua Caliente is a federally recognized tribe that has lived in the Palm Springs area for approximately 5,000 years, according to archaeologists. The museum highlights the tribe’s history through permanent exhibits covering topics like their home, migration and land. The tribe also operates the Agua Caliente Casino on Amado Road. Residents can visit the casino for slot machines and table games. The facility also has a spa and a steakhouse.
Agua Caliente Cultural Museum showcases the rich history and culture of Palm Springs.
Downtown Palm Springs is a cultural and shopping hub.
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Many ways to get around the Coachella Valley
Residents can walk to nearly any destination in Downtown Palm Springs, but there are also public transit options that make it easy to get around the city. Route 4 of SunLine Transit has stops on Palm Canyon Drive and Indian Canyon Drive and takes riders east to Palm Springs International Airport and the city of Palm Desert. The bus also has stops on Ramon Road on the neighborhood’s south end. Route 1WV also has stops on the main roads and travels east on Highway 111 through Cathedral City and Rancho Mirage. The airport is about 2.5 miles east on Tahquitz Canyon Way for those who prefer to drive.
Enjoying the sunshine at Palm Springs parks
Downtown Palm Springs has a few parks where residents can enjoy spending time outside. Frances Stevens Park is a small green space on Alejo Road in the neighborhood’s north side. The 4-acre park hosts art displays throughout the year and is next to the Desert Art Center, a nonprofit that offers art classes. Baristo Park is a small pocket park on Calle El Segundo with a basketball court and playground. This park is near many of the condos in the neighborhood, making it a convenient spot for residents to spend time outside with their children.
Lock-and-leave lifestyle in downtown condos
Buyers in Downtown Palm Springs will find condos that offer a convenient lifestyle. The buildings often feature either Spanish-style or midcentury modern architecture. Units typically come with balconies overlooking a courtyard with a community swimming pool. Some condo buildings have tennis and pickleball courts as well as full-service fitness centers. Most also offer underground parking garages for added security and convenience. A one-bedroom condo can cost between $200,000 and $300,000, while a two-bedroom unit will cost between $350,000 and $400,000. Buyers should know that the neighborhood has a crime score of 8 out of 10 on the CAP Index.
Locals schools preparing Palm Springs students for careers
Students in Downtown Palm Springs will likely attend Katherine Finchy Elementary School, rated a B-plus by Niche; Raymond Cree Middle School, rated a B; and Palm Springs High School, rated an A-minus. The high school serves approximately 1,600 students and offers business and sports medicine academies. Students in the sports medicine academy take courses related to the field and gain hands-on experience by working with student-athletes at the school.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,013
Median Age
48
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$51,923
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,908
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.8%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.3%
Advanced Degrees
15%
% Population in Labor Force
52%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
4''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
108°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
59/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
85/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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