Why Live in Racquet Club Estates
Racquet Club Estates in Palm Springs is renowned for its nearly 550 midcentury modern homes, primarily designed by architects William Krisel and Jack Meiselman and constructed by the Alexander Construction Company. These single-story Alexander homes are characterized by post-and-beam construction, open floor plans, private swimming pools, and extensive use of glass to integrate indoor and outdoor spaces. The neighborhood is particularly noted for its large lots, typically around 10,000 square feet, which accommodate spacious swimming pools and tranquil outdoor areas. Many homes have been updated or renovated to preserve their architectural integrity while enhancing living space. Racquet Club Estates is a focal point during Palm Springs Modernism Week, attracting over 100,000 visitors annually for home tours, lectures, and fashion shows celebrating midcentury modern design. The neighborhood features convenient amenities, including grocery stores like Tower Market and Albertsons, and dining options such as Loco Charlie’s Mexican Grill and Boozehounds. North Palm Canyon Drive, just west of the neighborhood, offers additional dining and shopping venues. For recreation, Victoria Park provides shaded picnic areas and a new playground, while Ruth Hardy Park, less than 2 miles away, offers various sports courts. The area is zoned for the Palm Springs Unified School District, with highly rated Palm Springs High School nearby. Racquet Club Estates is safer than the national average, with SunLine buses providing easy access to the greater Palm Springs area, and major routes like State Route 111 and Interstate 10 nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Racquet Club Estates a good place to live?
Racquet Club Estates is a good place to live. Racquet Club Estates is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Racquet Club Estates is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Racquet Club Estates has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.8 people per acre and a median age of 56. The average household income is $94,183 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 41.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Racquet Club Estates are home owners, with 37.2% of residents renting and 62.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Racquet Club Estates can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Racquet Club Estates neighborhood guide.
Is Racquet Club Estates, CA a safe neighborhood?
Racquet Club Estates, CA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Racquet Club Estates?
The median home price in Racquet Club Estates is $999,999. If you put a 20% down payment of $200,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $5,060 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $217K a year to afford the median home price in Racquet Club Estates. The average household income in Racquet Club Estates is $94K.
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Home Trends in Racquet Club Estates, CA
On average, homes in Racquet Club Estates, Palm Springs sell after 71 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Racquet Club Estates, Palm Springs over the last 12 months is $947,500, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$947,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$979,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$669
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Last 12 months Home Sales
52
Median List Price
$999,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%