$861,130Average Value$574Average Price per Sq Ft14Homes For Sale
South-central Palm Springs’ neighborhood near downtown
One mile south of downtown Palm Springs, Warm Sands is close to parks, nature preserves, small resorts and the San Jacinto Mountains. This diverse area is older than Palm Springs by around 20 years and was built in several periods with sections of 1920s Spanish-style dwellings, 1970s ranch-styles and an array of manufactured homes . “Warm Sands is an older neighborhood with Spanish homes and some condos, and it’s in a nook with some commercial districts, too. It’s not just a residential neighborhood. There are tons of fun boutique hotels and exclusive small resorts. Warm Sands is a cute subdivision that becomes a destination for people when they stay in the city,” says Niko Esposito, a Realtor with BD Homes with nearly a decade of experience.
Palm trees lining up the streets in the Warm Sands community of Palm Springs, Ca.
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A variety of housing styles
Warm Sands’ housing was built in a series of waves: the first in the 1920s, the second in the 1950s and the last in the 1970s. This variety of periods gives the area a suburban feel with bungalows, Adobe-style houses, midcentury manufactured houses and ranch-style design mixing along the residential streets. It also allows for a wide range of prices. The neighborhood is divided into a 55+ manufactured home community near the western border and has more contemporary residences to the east. Homes sell for a median price of $950,000 after 51 days. Manufactured housing ranges from $89,000 to $95,000, while 1920s-era dwellings range from $600,000 to $1.5 million. 1970s or later constructions range from $900,000 to $2 million.
Many Mid-Century modern homes in Warm Sands have unique color accents.
This Many Mid-Century modern home in Warm Sands has an teal color accent.
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Neighborhood cafes and close-by shopping opportunities
The neighborhood is home to NYC-style Townie Bagels. The eatery makes over two dozen bagel flavors each day. Aspen Mills Bakery & Cafe has been baking over 30 varieties of bread for more than 30 years. This family business has a compact lunch menu focusing on fresh ingredients and still-warm bread slices. Nature’s Health Food & Cafe offers vegetarian and vegan dishes, as well as an organic market with bulk items and specialty ingredients. Ralphs Grocery Store is just north of Warm Sands, and the neighborhood is also a short distance from the Plaza Del Sol Shopping Center.
Aspen Mills Bread Cafe has plenty of great bread and treats to satisfy your cravings.
You'll find antique shops with unique items, heres one with some classic signage.
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Nearby green spaces with athletic fields and hiking trails
Sunrise Park covers 38 acres just northeast of Warm Sands. The space has children’s play equipment, including water-squirting turtles. There are also basketball courts, a baseball field, a swim center and a skate park. Baristo Park is a pocket green space occupying two acres north of the neighborhood. It has a tot-lot for younger children and play structures for older kids. Prescott Preserve is immediately east of Warm Sands. It was a golf course community until 2022 when the Oswit Land Trust acquired more than 5,000 acres to restore as a nature reserve. The park has miles of multi-use and nature trails and nearly 200 species of birds. The nearby San Jacinto Mountains also offer a variety of trails for biking, horseback riding and hiking.
Hike the trails of Tahquitz Canyon right next to the Warm Sands community in Palm Springs, Ca.
Visitors checking out the Tahquitz Canyon Visitors Center, just outside of the Warm Sands area.
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Highly rated schools in the Palm Springs Unified School District
Students could attend Niche B-rated Cahuilla Elementary from kindergarten to fifth grade before moving on to B-rated Raymond Cree Middle from sixth through eighth grade. They graduate from A-minus Palm Springs High, which has specialized business and sports medicine academies and a dual enrollment program with the College of the Desert.
Cahuilla Elementary welcomes students in Palm Springs, CA.
The courses at Raymond Cree Middle School encourages critical thinking and creativity.
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Nearby freeways and public transportation
The neighborhood is somewhat walkable as sidewalks can be sporadic, and bike lanes are also scarce away from East Sunny Dunes Road. However, public transportation is easy to find as bus stops dot the area’s bordering roads. The subdivision is near Interstate 10 and California State Route 111, which carry people to Coachella or Los Angeles. “Warm Sands is centrally located and is right on the dividing line of Central and South Palm Springs. People can get anywhere in the city quickly, and it’s close to all your needs,” says Esposito. The neighborhood is 1.3 miles north of the Eisenhower Brimble and Jones Health Center-Palm Springs and 2.5 miles from the Palm Springs International Airport.
Most streets in and near the Warm Sands area offer pedestrian cross walks for your safety.
A lot of residents of Warm Sands use an e-scooter or e-bike to get around the area.
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Natural disaster risks
Warm Sands has wildfire, earthquake and flooding risks. The city protects against the loss of life and property by ensuring that buildings meet current construction standards, that water reserves are kept above their minimum levels and that the Baristo Flood Control Channel is kept in good condition.
Crime
The neighborhood’s CAP Index score is 7 out of 10, higher than the national average of 4. Most crime here involves property theft and burglary.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Warm Sands
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
9
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
8
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Warm Sands Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Warm Sands, Palm Springs sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Warm Sands, Palm Springs over the last 12 months is $815,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Motivated Seller of this expanded turnkey lot in Phase 6 just a few short steps from El Seguaro Club House, Owners Lounge, Lap & Kids Pool, Pickleball Courts and Golf Starter Shack. Located on a quiet street, includes clean concrete, brick pony wall, exterior lighting, privacy hedge on rear of the lot, vinyl fencing on the West & East sides of the lot, patio table with seating for 4, table
Welcome to The Lumen, Palm Springs' newest modern community. Discover 6548 34th Avenue, a stunning new construction home offering the best of contemporary desert living. This desirable Residence 1 Model features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and approximately 1,834 square feet of beautifully designed space that blends sophistication, comfort, and functionality. Completed in 2024, this home
Jason CochranDesert Sotheby's International Realty
Behind iconic mid-century pink doors, this completely private, walled and gated estate has been meticulously transformed by an award-winning designer. Spanning a generous footprint, the property offers every luxury amenity imaginable: a modern saltwater pool with integrated spa, expansive lawns, mature fruit trees, lush landscaping framed by tall ficus hedges, a natural gas barbecue, fire table,
Property Id: 1756938This serene apartment, nestled in the back of a recently renovated complex, has a wrap around patio with mountain views. This 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit showcases a living room with a large picture window with garden views. The blinds are top-down, bottom up to enjoy the garden view while maintaining privacy. The large tile floors ensure cool floors in the warm
Built in 1936, this Spanish Colonial Style Ranch has a storied past that adds depth and charm to its timeless beauty. Once known as Casita de Suenos, the property was a Hollywood-inspired haven for the Los Compadres riding club and a favorite gathering place for the cowboy culture that defined Palm Springs in the 1930s. It even housed horses for iconic hotels such as El Mirador and The Desert Inn
Property Id: 1756880This unit showcases a large picture window in the living room with excellent views of the mountain and sunset. The saltillo tiles ensure cool floors in the hot summer months. The kitchen has been meticulously maintained and still has the original metal cabinets from when the property was originally designed. There is a patio door off the kitchen for dining outside on
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