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Leisurely living in Sonora Sunrise
Located a mere 2 miles south of downtown, Sonora Sunrise is a residential enclave bordered by Prescott Preserve and Palm Canyon Drive. Popular with year-round and seasonal residents, the area is well-organized and has a mix of HOA communities and single-family homes. Surrounded by scenic walking trails and outdoor spaces, residents have abundant recreation opportunities and ways to lead an active lifestyle. In addition, the city’s iconic cultural festivals and the distinguishing boutiques, galleries and establishments in downtown have become a draw for younger families and the cosmopolitan crowd. “Palm Springs is part of a chain of cities around the Coachella Valley region, and they all blend into one another,” says Peter Lavin, a Realtor at Links Real Estate with 23 years of experience. “Palm Springs tends to be a bit hipper and trendier; there’s more nightlife and things to do, so it attracts the younger generations.”
Homes in Sonora Sunrise boast private pools, cozy patios, and desert charm in Palm Springs.
Sonora Sunrise homes are located near shopping, entertainment, and breathtaking Palm Springs mountain views.
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Single-family homes and HOA communities in Sonora Sunrise
Single-family residences were mostly built in the 1960s and 1970s, and many come in midcentury modern ranch styles with low-slung roofs or Spanish influences. With no HOA fees, these homes usually sell between $900,000 and $1.3 million. Backyard pools are very common, and yard sizes are usually about a quarter-acre. Attached and detached condominiums usually have monthly HOA fees, and these typically list from $400,000 to over $800,000. Many of these subdivisions have private recreation facilities, including community pools, clubhouses and tennis or pickleball courts. The area has very hot summers with temperatures often surpassing 110 °F, and properties often require more care and maintenance as extreme heat may cause damages like foundation cracks and premature material aging.
Condos in Sonora Sunrise, Palm Springs offer stylish desert living with scenic mountain views year-round.
Residents enjoy relaxing under palm trees in the private backyards of Sonora Sunrise homes.
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Recreational venues and public parks around Palm Springs
Formerly the Mesquite golf course, the 120-acre Prescott Preserve is a peaceful nature preserve area owned by Oswit Land Trust. Locals can walk their dogs or ride their bikes on the multi-use pathways and take in the beauty of the natural scenery. The community is also adjacent to DeMuth Park, the city’s largest public park, with 61 acres of green space. The park offers baseball and soccer fields, pickleball courts and playgrounds. The city’s recreation center, also located on the park’s ground, has a fitness center and offers many recreational classes to residents. Notably, the Palm Springs Surf Club has become an increasingly popular destination for summer residents, featuring a waterpark and a surfing pool. “There’s also the Aerial Tramway,” Lavin says. “It literally transports you from desert climate to mountain pine climate. In the summer, many people take the tram up to play cards and hide from the heat. It’s much cooler up there.”
Take in panoramic valley views on the Palm Springs Tramway, close to Demuth Park.
Perfect your swing at Tahquitz Golf Resort, just minutes from Demuth Park.
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Entertainment venues and shopping centers along Palm Canyon Drive
The community is across the street from two shopping plazas, Smoke Tree Commons and Smoke Tree Village. These centers are home to local businesses, big-box stores, supermarkets such as Ralphs and Jensen’s Finest Foods, and restaurants. A long-standing music venue, Purple Room opened its doors in 1960 and entertained stars such as Frank Sinatra. Today, the music club is still located inside the hotel Club Trinidad, entertaining the crowd with comedy shows and intimate music events. Several doors down, El Jefe Desert Cantina has a cocktail bar and serves authentic Mexican street food. Home to many fashion boutiques, department stores, galleries and established restaurants, Downtown Palm Springs is 2.5 miles away for residents to explore and shop.
Relax and recharge at Club Trinidad, nestled in the peaceful Sonora Sunrise neighborhood.
El Jefe Desert Cantina offers delicious tacos and handcrafted cocktails in Sonora Sunrise, Palm Springs.
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Iconic cultural events attract many spectators
Offering a wide range of signature festivals, Palm Springs has become a cultural destination that attracts thousands of visitors every year. Modernism Week honors the city’s origin for its iconic midcentury modern design. The Palm Springs International Film Festival draws from the city’s past as a popular vacation place for Hollywood stars. It celebrates contemporary film culture with premier screenings and talks with filmmakers. The city also hosts a slew of LGBTQ celebrations throughout the months, including The Dinah, one of the largest parties for the LGBTQ community in September, and the Palm Springs Pride parade in November.
Palm Springs Unified School District has reputable schools
Students in Sonora Sunrise typically attend schools in Palm Springs Unified School District. Cahuilla Elementary School scores a B-minus Niche grade, and Raymond Cree Middle School rates a B. The middle school has a rigorous dual-language program that aims to help students achieve biliteracy. With an A-minus Niche score, Palm Springs High School offers a variety of specialized pathways and academies, ranging from programs in theater, film and music to curriculums in business, accounting and medicine. Other schooling options include the private K-12 Desert Chapel Christian School and the K-8 Cielo Vista Charter School, each having an A-minus and a B rating, respectively.
The courses at Raymond Cree Middle School encourages critical thinking and creativity.
Signage at the entrance of Palm Springs High School.
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An international airport several miles away
Palm Springs International Airport is just 2.5 miles north of the area, conveniently offering direct flights to over 30 cities and destinations. The neighborhood is also accessible via California State Route 111 and Interstate 10. I-10 takes residents to San Bernardino and Los Angeles, which are about 60 miles and 115 miles to the west, respectively. Bus services are provided by SunLine Transit Agency, and there is an Amtrak station on North Indian Canyon Drive. Desert Regional Medical Center is less than 4 miles north.
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Sonora Sunrise Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sonora Sunrise, Palm Springs sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Sonora Sunrise, Palm Springs over the last 12 months is $585,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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