Rogers Ranch

Rogers Ranch balances the allure of classic Hollywood glamour with the convenience of suburban living. Its authentic midcentury modern attributes contrast the SoCal desert atmosphere like a movie set in the 1970s. With desert grass sprouting from the roadside and an expansive view of the San Jacinto Mountains, this Palm Springs neighborhood is ideal for those seeking picturesque frontier living with hints of cinematic history and suburban comfort.

Spanish Revival is a popular architectural style throughout Palm Springs, and Rogers Ranch is no exception. Terracotta shingles and stucco walls decorate shopping centers, grocery stores and gas stations. It’s only fitting that the neighborhood’s condominiums would match. Sidewalks lined with palm trees and desert cacti complement rows of detached condos listing for between $300,000 and $600,000. Many properties have small, gated driveways if they’re not within a larger gated community. Sunrise Racquet Club is among the most well known condominium developments in Rogers Ranch. Its 40 acres of land feature tennis and pickleball courts, as well as community pools, spas and scenic ponds. The BMW Ranch Club, built during the height of the midcentury modern design era, includes 112 condos spanning more than six Spanish Revival buildings. Sagewood Condos, designed by midcentury modern architect Donald Wexler, provides shaded parking and rural views of the San Jacinto Mountains.

Most provisions can be found within a mile or two of any given condominium. Stater Bros. Market, located in the Palm Springs Market Place, is a grocery chain that’s been serving Southern California since 1936. This regional staple sits beside both Winchell’s Donut House and Santorini Gyro. Sink your teeth into a breakfast treat after morning shopping, or try the lamb gyro drizzled with Tzatziki for a Greek-inspired lunch. With Route 111 and North Sunrise Way serving as the main roads in Rogers Ranch, residents can rely on drivable accessibility. Additionally, the SunLine transit system has bus stops running the length of Palm Springs into neighboring Palm Desert. Somewhat walkable and certainly bikeable, Rogers Ranch is only two miles from Palm Springs International Airport and just an exit from the bustling restaurant and nightlife found along Palm Canyon Drive.

Students in the community attend class in the Palm Springs Unified School District, a highly accommodating district supplying a variety of parent and family resources. Adult learning and personal development courses in specialties like ESL and technology are provided alongside K-12 after-school programs. Katherine Finchy Elementary School earns a B+ on Niche and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for attentive instruction in the classroom. Raymond Cree Middle School, a B on Niche, encourages participation in clubs ranging from color guard to e-sports. Palm Springs High School ranks above the state average in college and career readiness, earning an A- on Niche, and is well loved for its athletics –especially its water polo team.

Though outdoor recreation in Rogers Ranch is limited, a mile drive takes residents to Ruth Hardy Park. Between eight tennis courts, three sand volleyball courts, a basketball court and play structures for various ages, the park is ideal for picnic gatherings and cookouts. Victoria Park, just north of Rogers Ranch, occupies a flat, grassy plot the size of a city block with small patches of shade created by its many olive trees. The park’s sand volleyball court, pavilion and playground still allow enough room for pick-up games or picnics in the open field. For pups, consider David H. Ready Palm Springs Dog Park, where dual-purpose canine/human drinking fountains accompany benches made from recycled material. For indoor recreation, Urban Yoga is located within Rogers Ranch and offers diverse courses, from standard yoga to sound baths.

In such proximity to The Movie Colony, vintage-glam attractions are never more than a few miles down the road. The Twin Palms Frank Sinatra Estate is available for private tours, dinners, events, and rentals. Try not to miss the Robolights sculpture garden across the street, where the quirky artistry at the heart of Palm Springs flaunts its true colors in the form of ornate junk masterpieces.

Written By

Dana Chesser

Photography Contributed By

Khiem Huynh

Video By

Lucas Dyke