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555 El Placer Rd
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555 El Placer Rd

Palm Springs, CA 92264
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Palm Springs Overview

Palm Springs is a beautiful resort town in Coachella Valley in Southern California. Its unique architecture and frequent visits from Hollywood stars have brought it global attention, making Palm Springs apartments exciting places to live. Its reliance on tourism ensures that there is always something going on in Palm Springs—you’ll never get bored here!

What is the history of Palm Springs?

Palm Springs began as Mexican land that was ceded to the US in 1848. Native Americans, specifically the Cahuilla people, have lived on the land for hundreds of years and part of the reservation falls within the city limits. The city became populated with resorts throughout the 1900s and is now noted for its mid-century modern architecture.

How is the weather in Palm Springs?

The popularity of resorts in Palm Springs is mostly due to the city’s hot and dry climate. The winter features warm weather with an average high in the low 70s, and the summer months bring intense heat with temperatures usually soaring above 100°F. Palm Springs is also incredibly dry—it gets less than 5 inches of rain annually.

How do I get around town?

This desert city is in no way isolated. Palm Springs Train Station features both Amtrak passenger train service and Greyhound bus service. Palm Springs International Airport serves the city and the entire Coachella Valley. The Palm Springs BUZZ is a trolley service that runs for free every Thursday through Sunday, and other services, such as the SunLine Transit Agency and the Morongo Basin Transit Authority, provide transportation to and from Palm Springs. Other forms of transit, like walking, driving, and biking, are also popular.

What is the Palm Springs commute like?

Most people drive to work, with an average commute time of 21 minutes. California State Route 111 runs through the middle of Palm Springs and Interstate 10 runs along the northern border of the city.

What are the local media outlets?

The oldest currently running TV stations in Palm Springs are ABC’s KESQ-TV and NBC’s KMIR-TV. The city is also served by a variety of AM and FM radio stations that feature anything from soft rock to simulcast news. The Desert Sun is Palm Springs’ daily newspaper while several other periodicals, like the monthly lifestyle magazine Desert Magazine and the weekly LGBT publication Desert Daily Guide, fill other niches.

Why live in Palm Springs, CA?

With the weather the way it is, living in apartments in Palm Springs would be a bit like living in a permanent vacation—as long as you can take the heat, that is. But besides the weather that transformed this city into a resort town, there’s a lot that makes Palm Springs unique. For instance, it’s ahead of the times, it boasts one of the highest concentrations of same-sex couples in the US. And because of the mid-century modern architecture movement, the sights will never get old since many of the buildings around town are incredibly interesting and unique.

What Palm Springs landmarks should I see?

Public art is a big deal in Palm Springs and you won’t have to look hard to find it, many pieces are located in parks or on street corners. The Palm Springs Walk of Stars, much like the Hollywood Walk of Fame, features the names of notable residents and is another popular landmark.

What is there to do around Palm Springs?

There are many things to see and do in Palm Springs and the surrounding area. The city boasts many museums, including the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum and the Palm Springs Art Museum. If you want to get out and enjoy nature, you can hike in the San Jacinto Mountains or check out the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. But if you truly want to embrace what made the city into what it is today, relax at one of the many hotels and resorts in the area.

Any annual festivals or Palm Springs events to know?

As a tourist-driven city, Palm Springs is host to dozens of festivals. The Palm Springs International Film Festival held in January is the biggest of these events and draws a celebrity crowd every year. A month later, Palm Springs hosts Modernism Week, a series of tours, lectures, and films featuring mid-century modern architecture.

Where are the nearby vacation spots?

There are many places in Coachella Valley you can visit to escape for a little while. With over 100 courses, it’s the most popular golfing vacation destination in all of California. Or you can head toward the coast to Anaheim, the home of Disneyland, or to the star-studded city of Los Angeles.

Where is the best place to move in Palm Springs?

Choosing an apartment in Palm Springs will greatly depend on what kind of community you’re looking for and what kinds of amenities you’ll need. Palm Springs can be divided into many distinct neighborhoods, a good portion of which are targeted at high-income people. Many apartments are part of a complex or community, and you may be surprised by how many of these communities look like high-end resorts. There are many great places to live in Palm Springs, and the choice is up to you. However, avoid the northern part of the city if you want to avoid the most concentrated crime areas. The Mesa, Las Palmas, the Historic Tennis Club, and the Movie Colony neighborhoods are all nice places to start your search for apartments in Palm Springs.

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Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Palm Springs

How much are Studio apartments in Palm Springs?

There are currently 67 Studio Apartments in Palm Springs with rent ranges from $1,400 to $2,451 with an average price of $1,681.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Palm Springs Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Palm Springs ranges from $1,050 to $3,395 with an average monthly rent of $2,007.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Palm Springs cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Palm Springs range from $1,400 to $6,200. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,276.

How expensive are Palm Springs Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 96 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Palm Springs on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,341 to $8,490 - averaging $4,978 for the location.

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