Your Palm Springs Realtor's Blog - Geoffrey Moore

Palm Springs During the Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic brought America to its knees, closing businesses and schools, eliminating travel, and disrupting lives. People everywhere were urged to stay home. Riverside County and Palm Springs in particular enacted strict regulations: requiring masks in public, shutting down bars, closing restaurants except for outdoor dining and take out, and restricting most tourist attractions. Palm Springs busiest tourist season was wiped out. No Coachella Festival, no Stagecoach, no tennis tournament. No Tram!

Is it OK to look on a bright side? Palm Springs’ residents have certain advantages that are the envy of city dwellers in these tough times. So much so that some part-time residents who maintain vacation or weekend homes in the desert abandoned…

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6 Palm Springs Condo Developments You Should Know About

Palm Springs has rightly earned a lofty position when it comes to Southern California vacation destinations. The dynamic city has become a mecca for wellness with a booming spa industry and an unmatched reputation for world-class golf.

This reputation as a vacation and second home destination have led to a proliferation of stunning condo developments, many in very appealing resort-like settings.

The low maintenance lifestyle this type of property provides makes them ideal as short-term vacation rentals or investment properties as well as part-time residences. We’re talking about you snowbirds.

Join us as we explore the 6 Palm Springs condo developments that you should know about.

Ocotillo Lodge

Built back in 1957, Ocotillo Lodge has…

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Everything You Need To Know Before you Move to Palm Springs (in 2020)

While each city in California has its own unique charm, Palm Springs is still considered the gem.

With beautiful mid-century architecture and a Hollywood a-list history, this charming desert city has become a popular hub for retirees, the LGBT community and people looking to have a good time.

Are you thinking of moving to this beautiful city? Whether moving permanently or on vacation, here are some things you should know about Palm Springs.

Palm Springs is Known for Its Vibrant & Rich Culture

Palm Springs has the largest concentration of beautiful art museums, galleries and theaters in California where local, as well as world-renowned artists, showcase their work.

Additionally, we have an iMax theater for movie buffs. Look everywhere…

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An Architectural Style Guide for Palm Springs, CA

Over the years Palm Springs, CA has been home to a number of architectural revivals and as a result a diverse palate of home styles have become available.

Explore the rich architectural styles in Palm Springs homes! Homes and buildings in Palm Springs California have been influenced by a robust history of famous architects since the 1920s.

Mid-Century modern

Perhaps one of the most popular easily identifiable architectural styles in Palm Springs is the mid-century modern style. Mid-century modern design is influenced by famous architects such as Frank Lloyd Wright, Paul Williams and Craig Ellwood to name a few.

Characterized by low pitched roofs and large windows, these single story homes boast open floor plans making them highly sought…

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Experience the Towns of the Coachella Valley

There are any number for reasons to visit the Coachella valley, from the annual, internationally renowned music festival, the high-class shopping, to the year-round excellence of the golf courses in Palm Springs. There is positively no shortage of things to do. 

No matter your reason, take a quick glance at this brief list of the nine different towns in the valley. You may just discover a new favorite!

Palm Springs

Perhaps best known as an escape for 20th century celebrities, Palm Springs prides itself on its upkeep of the spirit of its original inhabitants, the Cahuilla Indians.

The top-tier spas and resorts have made this town a destination for any traveler, international or not. All year long, you can find activities and events for all…

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Inside Real Estate: The Escrow Process Explained

There’s a lot that goes on between the time you make an initial offer on a new home and the date you move in. It’s part of the reason that hiring a real estate professional is so necessary - a real estate transaction is complex, with many moving parts that you may not fully understand.

My goal with my new Inside Real Estate recurring feature is to shed some light on some of the lesser known facets of the real estate industry and de-mystify some of terms you’ve heard thrown around, but were to shy to ask about.

First up: the Escrow Process.

What is escrow? How does the process differ in this part of California? Why does it matter to me?

Those are great questions - let’s dive right in!

What is Escrow?

The particulars of the escrow…

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The 4 Most Walkable Palm Springs Neighborhoods [Updated for 2020]

In a place like Palm Springs where more than 90% of days are sunny, it makes sense that residents want to take advantage of the superb weather and exchange their car keys for their sneakers and walk to wherever their weekly errands take them. However, depending on where a neighborhood is, that's not always feasible.

If you're in the market for a walkable Palm Springs home, consider these Palm Springs neighborhoods.

Ruth Hardy Park

When it comes to centrally located Palm Springs neighborhoods, it's hard to beat the affluent community of Ruth Hardy Park. 

Downtown is less than a mile away, and most can make the walk in about fifteen minutes. As such, residents will find that a fun night out on the town is never more than a short walk from…

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Palm Springs Neighborhoods Close to Downtown

Many fantastic Palm Springs neighborhoods are located within walking distance of the city’s major shopping, dining and entertainment areas. With year-round gorgeous weather that makes you want to spend time outdoors, being able to step outside your door and walk to your favorite spots is a big plus. 

So, if you’re searching the Palm Springs real estate market for a home with a high “walkability rating,” this is a brief guide to some of the best locations. 

The oldest neighborhoods in Palm Springs are also the closest to Palm Canyon Drive (North, South and East). Which figures. Palm Canyon Drive has always been the main drag, the street where all the original businesses and hotels were located, and the focus of downtown Palm Springs. And it was…

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Downtown Palm Springs

Palm Springs residents and visitors alike bask in the desert’s warmth and sunshine. There’s nothing like lounging all day at the pool, hiking through the canyons and mountains, or playing a round of golf, especially when you know where you are coming from it’s freezing, or raining, or the freeways are in gridlock. But you also need a place to eat, shop, and be entertained. And for that, downtown Palm Springs can’t be beat.

Palm Springs is not some suburb filled with shopping malls and parking lots. It has always been a small town, with a distinctive village feel. The main drag, Palm Canyon Drive, has been the focus for dining, shopping and fun for decades, and after the recent, major downtown renovation project that replaced the aging and unfortunate…

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Palm Springs Hotels: Something for Everyone

Palm Springs is one of the top resort destinations in the world, so it figures there would be a good choice of hotels. Indeed, among the very first buildings in Palm Springs were hotels or guest houses. Palm Springs’ reputation as a Hollywood was launched at glamorous digs such as the El Mirador Hotel, the Desert Inn and the Ingleside Inn. 

Lately, Palm Springs has flourished with a new generation of noteworthy hotels and hip accommodations for vacationers. When searching for a place to stay in Palm Springs, decide on what kind of amenities, environment and vibe you prefer. You’ll easily find something that suits you.

From Budget to Exclusive

As resorts go, Palm Springs is not just for the rich and famous. You can find a reasonably priced…

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