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Palm Springs, CA

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A desert oasis surrounded by mountains.

Resort Tourism Mountains Outdoor Adventures Museums Culture

A sun-filled patch of desert surrounded by mountains, Palm Springs naturally developed as a resort town. Tourism is still the biggest industry, with a variety of hotels, events, and the Palm Springs Convention Center welcoming thousands to the area. Popular events include the Palm Springs International Film Festival and the Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade.

Of course, living in a Palm Springs apartment means you'll have easy access to these festivals and events. But you'll also enjoy everything this spot in the Sonoran Desert offers -- its hot springs, the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, the Palm Springs Art Museum, and the beautiful Mount San Jacinto State Park. If you enjoy hiking, you'll love the Cactus to Clouds Trail, which leads to the top of the San Jacinto Peak from Palm Springs -- to an elevation of 10,300 feet.

Palm Springs is roughly an hour southeast of Los Angeles, and has long been a getaway for celebrities and movie stars. After moving to Palm Springs, be sure to stroll along the Palm Springs Walk of Stars, a "walk of fame" that highlights all of the celebrities who've lived in Palm Springs, including Lauren Bacall, Lynda Carter, Chevy Chase, Elvis Presley, Adam West, Victoria Principal, and James Earl Jones.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Palm Springs, CA is $1,218 for a studio, $1,467 for one bedroom, $1,864 for two bedrooms, and $2,307 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Palm Springs has decreased by -1.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,467/month
645 Sq Ft
House
$7,493/month
1,955 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,639/month
1,160 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,400/month
1,167 Sq Ft
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Transportation

55

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

30

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

49

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Cahuilla Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

421 Students

6
out of 10

Katherine Finchy Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

547 Students

5
out of 10

Vista del Monte Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

482 Students

4
out of 10

Desert Learning Academy

Public

Grades K-12

436 Students

4
out of 10

Raymond Cree Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

708 Students

4
out of 10

Desert Learning Academy

Public

Grades K-12

436 Students

4
out of 10

Palm Springs High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,584 Students

7
out of 10

Desert Learning Academy

Public

Grades K-12

436 Students

4
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Moorten Botanical Gardens
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
  • Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert
  • Idyllwild Nature Center
  • Mount San Jacinto State Park

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Palm Springs International

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