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Thermal offers rural living in Riverside County
Thermal is a rural community tucked in the Coachella Valley, with vast plains of pastureland, farms and open country terrain. Pockets of development are scattered around, and homes include everything from modest ranch-style homes to contemporary villas. Houses are scattered in pockets of communities, ranging from modest ranch-styles to elaborate contemporary villas. Equestrian compounds, polo clubs and country clubs are nearby, as well as nature trails and public parks. “People who live in Thermal are equestrian or agricultural oriented,” says Susan Harvey, co-owner of Desert Pacific Properties with over 15 years of real estate experience. “There are farm workers, farms and homeowners who are into horse shows and polo.” The area has a CAP Index Crime Score of 2 out of 10, below the national average of 4.
Thermal is characterized by its bountiful farmland.
Horse paddocks are very common among equestrians in Thermal.
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Housing options in Coachella's Thermal community
Thermal has large tracts of pastures, farms and undeveloped lots, with pockets of homes scattered across the landscape. Ranch-style homes from the 1970s, many with Spanish or midcentury modern influences, can sell from $300,000 to $800,000. Yards are fenced in and range from a few thousand square feet to several acres, giving room for landscaping. Manufactured and mobile homes are around $100,000 to $150,000. The Thermal Club is a high-end community with amenities ranging from racetracks to sports facilities to salon services. Contemporary villas start around $1 million and can reach around $9 million. Homes in this community require six-figure membership initiation dues as well as monthly HOA fees.
Homes in Thermal typically feature attached garages, providing secure and convenient vehicle storage.
Pueblo-style homes are frequently found throughout Thermal.
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Equestrian venues, country clubs and nature trails surround Thermal
Equestrian facilities are very popular in Thermal. Residents can play polo at Rancho Polo Equestrian Center, or go see horse shows at Desert International Horse Park. MTN Equine has riding lessons and horse care education programs. Country clubs such as the Madison Club also dot the area, and members can go racing at The Thermal Club. Bagdouma and Dateland parks, green spaces within the community, have sports amenities and play areas. Hikers can explore the 13-mile Boo Hoff Trail.
Thermal boasts a thriving equestrian scene, with many centers catering to riders of all levels.
Kids flock to the playground at Bagdouma Park, located in nearby Coachella.
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Shopping and dining options in Coachella, Indio and La Quinta
Thermal itself is pretty rural, so residents have to drive to get weekly errands done. “People go to Coachella for shopping and dining,” Harvey says. Jackson Square, located several less than 10 miles north, has a Walmart Neighborhood Market, service shops and many franchise fast food places. Mariscos El Capitan has live entertainment and casual Mexican fare, and TKB Bakery & Deli is a casual sandwich shop with burgers and baked goods. Additional dining and shopping options, including Target, Trader Joe’s and El Super, are in La Quinta and Indio.
Mariscos El Capitan is a laid-back Mexican eatery known for its seafood specialties
Conveniently located for Thermal residents, Walmart offers a wide range of products and services.
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Public schools in Coachella Valley Unified School District
Students are served by Coachella Valley Unified School District. Prospective schools include John Kelley Elementary, Las Palmitas Elementary School and Toro Canyon Middle School, all of which have a C-minus grade from Niche. Desert Mirage High School gets a C-plus, offering career academies in aviation, health sciences, arts and entertainment, engineering and architecture.
John Kelley Elementary is in the Coachella Valley Unified School District.
Toro Canyon Middle School provides a safe, positive, and nurturing environment for students.
Educational opportunities abound at Desert Mirage High School.
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Popular music festivals and county fair in Indio
Indio, less than 10 miles north, hosts many popular festivals, including iconic music events like Coachella and the Stagecoach Festival. The Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival features food, live music, produce competitions and livestock shows.
Getting around the Coachella Valley
California state routes 86 and 111 pass through Thermal, and Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport is in the community. Some residents living in east Coachella Valley often fly into this airport on their private jets. Palm Springs International Airport is about 30 miles northwest, and John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital is about 10 miles away. Residents can take Interstate 10 for access to San Bernardino, and Route 111 runs throughout the Coachella Valley region.
Thermal residents have the luxury of living close to the Palm Springs Airport.
Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport serves Thermal and the wider Coachella Valley.
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