Sun City Palm Desert
Spanish-inspired homes under a strict HOA
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.
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Neighbors get out for mahjong or golf
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.
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Breakfast at The Daily Grind and drinks at Martini's
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.
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Cruising around in golf carts
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.Watch for wind advisories
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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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Briana Price
Briana Price
Responds QuicklyPRICE REAL ESTATE GROUP INC
(888) 316-2037
357 Total Sales
1 in Sun City Palm Desert
$410,000 Price
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Eli Strickland
Eli Strickland
RE/MAX INNOVATIONS
(833) 400-8714
118 Total Sales
1 in Sun City Palm Desert
$859,900 Price
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Tracy Heffelman
Tracy Heffelman
Coldwell Banker Realty
(657) 325-8546
38 Total Sales
1 in Sun City Palm Desert
$620,000 Price
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The Briggs Group
The Briggs Group
Coldwell Banker Realty
(747) 271-6061
108 Total Sales
3 in Sun City Palm Desert
$449K - $885K Price Range
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Steve Valentine
Steve Valentine
KELLER WILLIAMS LAKE ARROWHEAD
(424) 344-4628
40 Total Sales
1 in Sun City Palm Desert
$300,000 Price
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Marco Colantonio
Marco Colantonio
Equity Union
(760) 334-7833
42 Total Sales
5 in Sun City Palm Desert
$475K - $585K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Freedom Park
University Dog Park
Monticello Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Adams Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Joe Mann Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Sun City Palm Desert | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Sun City Palm Desert Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sun City Palm Desert, Thousand Palms sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Sun City Palm Desert, Thousand Palms over the last 12 months is $358,000, down 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$358,000
Median Sale Price
$358,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$337,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$279,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$570,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
500
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-19%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$282
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
5,042
Number of Homes for Sale
23
Median Year Built
1999
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,914
On par with the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 211am - 2pm
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Friday, Aug 110am - 1pm
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,068
Median Age
78
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
0.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
87.9%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$77,444
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$98,468
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
42.6%
Advanced Degrees
19%
% Population in Labor Force
17.5%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
4''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
108°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
38
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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