Pools are a ubiquitous feature in the Palm Springs real estate market. If a home in Palm Springs doesn’t have a pool, chances are it’s within a few yards of one.

The fantastic desert weather and frankly sweltering summer make pools a must-have quality-of-life issue in the valley. But, of course, they’re not without their complications and downsides.
So, if you’re buying a home with a pool in Palm Springs, here are a few important things to look out for.

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Types of Pools in the Coachella Valley

Pools in Palm Springs come in a tremendous variety of shapes and sizes, making it likely that any pool you come across is some kind of concrete construction. However, this isn’t to say that you…

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There are a few telltale signs that you’re in a hot real estate market. Homes are selling quickly, and for above the asking prices, sellers are entertaining multiple cash bids, and there are relatively few homes on the market. These signs and more tell us that the country is shifting toward a seller’s market, and the Palm Springs real estate market is no exception. The Palm Springs real estate market has always enjoyed some popularity thanks to the beautiful weather, stunning homes, and abundant luxury amenities. Still, now things are beginning to heat up.

So, your work is cut out if you’re looking to buy a home in Palm Springs or anywhere in the Coachella Valley real estate market. You may already have experienced the frustration of seeing a promising…

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The desert playground of the Coachella Valley is a renowned vacation destination for many types of travelers - from sunshine seekers to hiking enthusiasts to music festival goers and more.

Highlighted by Palm Springs—the most well-known city in the area and attracts around 1.6 million tourists yearly—there are plenty of obvious reasons to visit the valley. Still, there's a lot more you'll need to know if you plan on living here full-time or buying a vacation home.

It's great to explore the foothills of the San Jacinto Mountains or soak up the sun by a swimming pool, but many visitors to Palm Springs don't have an in-depth knowledge of the entire area. With that being said, here's a bit more info on everything you should know about the Coachella…

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Sunny, beautiful, peaceful Palm Springs has long had a reputation as a quiet haven for retirees looking to while away their days on the golf course. But for those in the know, Palm Springs is a huge draw for young families, trendy professionals, and millennials. One of the secrets of this oasis in the desert? Palm Springs is an excellent destination for remote workers.
With more employees than ever switching to remote work platforms, homeowners in every industry are taking advantage of their freedom by packing up their old houses and moving to exciting new locales. For many clever work-from-home employees, Palm Springs is a top destination on that list.
Let’s look at the top three reasons Palm Springs is the perfect destination for remote workers.

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Any Palm Springs real estate agent can tell you that this desert city is well known for its mid-century modern homes.

The building style was immensely popular, and Palm Springs mid-century homes can be found across the city. Most of these houses date back to the 1950s and 60s, and significant architects like David Wexler and William Cody designed many developments.

Even though some of these properties are more than half a century old, these houses still have a great appeal on the market.

If you're considering buying a home, here are five reasons to put Palm Springs mid-century modern homes at the top of your list.

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Open-Concept Design

Open-concept living spaces aren't just…

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Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley have become increasingly desirable places to live. The laid-back lifestyle it provides and endless sunny days make it irresistible for home buyers, vacationers and investors.

But like any popular vacation destination, as public interest rises, so inevitably do home values and sales prices.

Luckily, there are still deals to be had. Unlike numerous other hotspots across California, Palm Springs remains surprisingly affordable if you know where to look.

With that said, let's take a closer look at some of up-and-coming Palm Springs neighborhoods in 2021.

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Demuth Park

More than any other Palm Springs area, the Demuth Park…

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Palm Springs is a destination, pure and simple.

It’s hard to beat the weather here, but Palm Springs also offers a dynamic and active lifestyle that is the envy of the world.

It’s not at all surprising that folks of all stripes want to live here, and the Coachella Valley’s wonderful assortment of condo developments provide a fantastic, and accessible, entry point into the local real estate market.

We’ve already covered a few things that snowbirds should know about when considering Palm Springs, but condos are a great option for more than just part-time residents. There also great as an investment or income property.

Here are few things that you should keep in mind when exploring the purchase of a condo.

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Southern California is a literal hotspot for Canadian travelers. Not only does it have fantastic weather, it's home to world-class golf courses and the gorgeous natural landscapes of the Coachella Valley. So what better place to escape the harsh Canadian winters than the beautiful desert city of Palm Springs?

Snowbirds often spend several months at a time in Palm Springs, so many choose to buy a home here.

But buying a home in a different country means understanding a whole new set of rules.

International and faraway travel may be on hold for now, but it won't be like this forever. We're looking forward to life getting back to normal post-pandemic and it pays to be ready when it does.

So, whether you're still deciding on Palm Springs as your…

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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 process…

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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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