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Senior living communities near desert preserves
Named for the area’s large groves of desert fan palms, Thousand Palms is bordered by an expansive desert preserve to the east and the greater Palm Springs cities to the west. The predominantly residential neighborhood offers 55+ communities and single-family homes in a laidback desert setting. Within Riverside County’s Coachella Valley, Thousand Palms offers convenient access to outdoor recreation and shopping, as well as attractions throughout the greater Palm Springs area.
From cozy cottages to luxurious estates, Thousand Palms, CA has it all.
Ivey Ranch Country Club in Thousand Palms is a stunning gated community featuring golf courses.
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Spanish Revival ranches among palm trees
Thousand Palms hosts communities of Spanish Revival homes situated close together on small lots decorated with rocky, drought-tolerant landscaping. There are two senior living communities for residents aged 55 and up with Homeowners’ Associations. Tri-Palm Estates has mobile homes built from the 1960s through the 80s, while Ivey Ranch Country Club has Spanish Revival ranch styles built between 1980 and 2004. Properties in Tri-Palm Estates usually cost between $120,000 and $250,000, while homes in Ivey Ranch cost between $320,000 and $400,000. Spanish Revival single-family ranches without HOAs are in the northern portion of the neighborhood. Usually built in the 1980s and 90s, these cost between $300,000 and $500,000. Homebuyers can occasionally find contemporary Spanish Revivals built in the last five years for $485,000 to $800,000.
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Walk through palm groves at Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve
The Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve is located 5 miles northeast of the neighborhood. As its name suggests, the preserve features dense groves of towering palms in the middle of the desert. There are several trailheads throughout the area; residents can explore dry, rocky landscapes or lush palm forests on boardwalks. For more laidback recreation, there’s Thousand Palms Community Center and Park, which offers martial arts and dance classes. The park features a playground and soccer and baseball fields. Those living in Tri-Palm Estates and Ivey Ranch Country Club benefit from access to golf courses and pools.
Experience the natural splendor of the Coachella Valley Preserve in Thousand Palms, CA.
Thousand Palms residents have access to numerous nature trails for their daily workouts.
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Prepare for a career in green energy at Desert Hot Springs High
Children may begin at Della S. Lindley Elementary, which earns a B rating from Niche. They can then advance to C-plus-rated Desert Springs Middle and continue learning at B-rated Desert Hot Springs High, which is ranked second in Niche’s ranking of standout high schools in the Palms Springs area. The high school offers numerous work-based learning options to encourage career preparation. At the school’s Renewable Energy Academy of Learning, students learn about the sustainable energy field through hands-on experiences.
Desert Hot Springs High School challenges and encourages children to learn.
Great Schools rates Della S Lindley Elementary School in Thousand Palms.
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Play golf at the Tri-Palm Estates Country Club
“The greater Palm Springs area is a great place to retire, but it also attracts families and young professionals since there are a lot of attractions and activities in the area,” says Jason Cochran, a Realtor with eXp Realty who has served the greater Palm Springs area for 20 years. Country club residents benefit from community activities, like exercise classes, bingo nights and golf. For major concerts and basketball games, the newly opened Acrisure Arena, an indoor event space with an 11,000-person capacity, is 3 miles southeast of Thousand Palms. There are seasonal attractions throughout the area. The Indian Wells Winterfest has skating and holiday lights, and the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens has winter and Halloween events.
Residents of Tri Palm Estates in Thousand Palms enjoy the luxury of two golf courses.
Senior residents at Ivey Ranch Country Club in Thousand Palms can relish daily golf.
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Craft beer from local ingredients at the Coachella Valley Brewing Company
Numerous shopping locations are situated a mile south in Palm Desert and Rancho Mirage. To shop for groceries and household goods, locals can go to Walmart or Costco. Clark's Nutrition and Natural Foods Market has organic produce and grass-fed meat. “There are convenient shopping plazas nearby, but most people will end up in downtown Palm Springs if they’re looking to shop around at local businesses,” Cochran says. Closer to home, locals can go to Goody’s Café for all-day breakfast combos and sandwiches. Taqueria San Miguel offers Mexican seafood and margaritas. For craft beer and trivia nights, there’s Coachella Valley Brewing Company, which practices farm-to-table brewing.
Discover value and variety at your local Sam's Club in Thousand Palms, CA.
Indulge in the finest Mexican cuisine at Taqueria San Miguel in Thousand Palms.
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Ride Route 4 into Palm Springs
SunLine Transit Agency services the greater Palm Springs area. Route 4 runs from Palm Desert to Palm Springs; stops in Thousand Palms are located along Monterey Avenue and Ramon Road. There are limited sidewalks on residential roads, but locals can walk to some amenities depending on their location in the neighborhood. However, locals depend on personal vehicles to go to work and run errands. Interstate 10 carves through the neighborhood’s southern border.
Enjoy the nearby nature trail at Thousand Palm Community Center for an afternoon hike.
Experience scenic drives on Freeway 10 through Thousand Palms, CA.
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On average, homes in Thousand Palms, CA sell after 70 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Thousand Palms, CA over the last 12 months is $405,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Move-in ready. Super Clean! Enjoy affordable Luxury living in Prestigious Palm Valley Country Club! Offered Turnkey furnished. Charming, totally remodeled upstairs 3-bedroom/2-bath Condo. Rare direct Garage access. Nearly 1600 sq.ft with Unmatched BREATHTAKING Views, perfect Southern exposure, spectacular views of the mountains, lakes, fountains & double fairways on the Challenge Golf Course.
Sun City Palm Desert - Del Webb's Premier 55+ Community. Del Webb's ''Best Bang for Your Buck'' in active adult living! This desirable St. Croix model offers two bedrooms, two baths, a spacious den/office, and an additional hobby or flex room, along with a two-car garage and separate golf cart bay. Recent upgrades include a brand-new mini-split in the garage, updated HVAC, and all-new windows
Welcome to this beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath manufactured home in the highly sought-after 55+ community of Tri Palm Estates in Thousand Palms. Ideally situated within a vibrant golf course neighborhood, this home blends modern style with functionality and resort-style amenities.Step inside to discover a freshly updated interior featuring new flooring, updated lighting, fresh paint,
Prime development opportunity! This mixed-use (MU) zoned lot is ideally located just minutes from the vibrant Acrisure Arena and the bustling Agua Caliente Casino. The zoning allows for a wide range of development possibilities, from single-family residences to various commercial uses, making it a versatile investment. 3 different parcels are available for purchase for $90,000 each. APN
Prime development opportunity! This mixed-use (MU) zoned lot is ideally located just minutes from the vibrant Acrisure Arena and the bustling Agua Caliente Casino. The zoning allows for a wide range of development possibilities, from single-family residences to various commercial uses, making it a versatile investment. 3 different parcels are available for purchase for $90,000 each. APN
Now available for lease, this beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath manufactured home is located in the highly desirable 55+ golf course community of Tri Palm Estates in Thousand Palms. Offering a stylish, modern interior and access to excellent community amenities, this home also provides flexible rental options to suit your needs.The full home is available for $2,400 per month, or it can be
For Rent: 2 Bed, 1 Bath Mobile Home in Thousand Palms 55+ community $1550 per month.Se Renta Casa de 2 Recamaras, 1 baño en comunidad de 55+ en Mil Palmas.Recently renovated 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Mobile Home with gated car port, washer & dryer hook ups, storage room, shop/hobby area, and yard with plenty of room for pet/s or garden.Located in the Tri Palm Estates 55+ senior
Discover this fantastic mid-century home on a spacious corner lot with a large, covered rear patio and sparkling pool. Enjoy the convenience of a gated driveway leading to a covered carport, plus generous RV parking. Inside, you'll find impressive architectural details like soaring 10+ foot ceilings in the entryway and living room and a unique dual fireplace connecting to the cozy family room,
Sun City Palm Desert is a 55-plus community for people who want to do anything but settle down. “It’s well run, it’s beautiful, it has lots of amenities and it’s affordable,” says Julie Warner, real estate agent with HomeSmart. Besides being an agent for over 20 years, Warner is a resident of Sun City Palm Desert.
Sun City Palm Desert is a gated community. Desert landscapes line the wide streets. Garages have enough room for cars and a golf cart. Single-story modern homes with Spanish influence fill the neighborhood. Prices fall between $320,000 and $920,000, although some homes sell for upwards of $1 million. Most three-bedroom, two-bathroom homes sell for around $530,000. The neighborhood has rules that encourage neighbors to keep the homes uniform. “The Homeowner’s Association is rather strict, but it keeps property values high,” Warner says. She credits the cleanliness of Sun City to those strict guidelines.
As an active adult community, there are countless opportunities for recreation. This includes the Mountain Vista Golf Club, which features two 18-hole courses designed by World Golf Hall of Famer, Billy Casper. Seasoned golfers can sign up for tee times any day of the year, while those who are just starting out can take lessons offered by the club. Sun City Palm Desert also has both an indoor and outdoor pool, a spa, an indoor track and a fitness center. The furry friends of Sun City can get their exercise in at two fenced in dog parks or a dog walking park in the neighborhood. Residents can join over 80 different clubs. “I was a part of the canasta club, the mahjong club and the pet lovers club,” Warner says. These clubs are a way for people to meet their neighbors and build their community.
There is also plenty to do outside of Sun City. The neighborhood is a 6-mile drive from Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve. Part of the larger Coachella Valley Preserve, this wildlife refuge offers limited hours that allow people to hike without disturbing the ecosystem. Joshua Tree National Park is a little farther, 35 miles away. This national park is open year-round and has over 300 miles of hiking trails.
There are a few dining options inside of Sun City Palm Desert. For breakfast, locals can go to The Daily Grind. Lunch and dinner are served at Boulevards, and they can end their day by meeting their friends for drinks at Martini’s.
For people who want to venture beyond the gates, there are a few restaurant options at the shopping center nearby, accessible by golf cart and car. One of them is Mario’s Italian Café, a family-owned restaurant that makes giving back a top priority. During the pandemic, the restaurant started “Mario’s Community Mondays,” where they donated meals to first responders, hospitals, food banks and other people in need. Sun City residents can also find Stater Bros. Markets in the shopping center, where they can get all their groceries.
While public transportation is not an option for Sun City Palm Desert, there is one unique way that locals travel: golf carts. In fact, there are parking spots in front of Stater Bros. reserved for their carts. Of course, cars are also used to get around town. The neighborhood is next to the 10 Freeway. Wind travels fast through Sun City Palm Desert. “It’s like a wind tunnel,” Warner says. She noted that some parts of the community get more wind than others, blowing sand around the area.
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Average Summer High Temperature
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