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You can reach Greater Palm Springs Realty's managing broker, Rob Kincaid, directly at 760-333-3300 or you reach our offices at 1-760-778-7832, toll free 1-800-590-3110. Call or click here to email Rob - Palm Springs Real Estate Broker - direct line: 1-760-333-3300.
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Whether you're looking to buy or sell a Palm Springs home, condo, income property, Palm Springs modern, a home or condo in a golf course country club or gated community, a villa-like condo, an architectural home, a midcentury Alexander, an elegant estate, a Palm Springs area retirement villa or a weekend getaway home, we'll assist you with professional service, genuine knowledge and integrity in finding exactly what you seek. Our professional promise is that we'll follow through until you're satisfied with your search.
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We know Palm Springs real estate and understand the nuances of the unique and fast growing Palm Springs Desert area resort communities - and the specific niches and areas. That's our business.
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We offer insight and information combined with integrity that will help you make an informed buying decision you'll value for years to come. For homebuyers, there's no fee for our professional services. And for home-sellers, we get paid only when you've sold your home at a price you're satisfied with.
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We look forward to assisting you in discovering the unique greater Palm Springs neighborhoods, seeing the trends in Palm Springs real estate and exploring the excellent investment opportunities here.
Real Estate Trends in Palm Springs California
Current Opportunities for Buyers
The big picture is that Palm Springs property has been in great demand in recent years. But today's somewhat slower market conditions, combined with tight lending criteria and an increase in supply of homes and condos for sale, has created a window of great opportunity for property buyers in the Palm Springs area.
In the past year, home sales have slowed slightly, and supply of available homes for sale has increased, creating buying opportunities. The increase in supply of available homes for sale - both newly constructed homes and existing condos and homes for sale - has created about 20% more homes available for purchase in Palm Springs and surrounding cities.
The bigger picture for the Palm Springs area is steady population growth, providing growth and appreciation opportunities for home-buyers.
The greater Palm Springs area's population grows by about 53 people daily. The Palm Springs Destination Marketing Analysis estimates a permanent population of over 410,000 with an estimated seasonal increase in population (November through March) of nearly 100,000 people. The Palm Springs area, also known as the Coachella Valley, is home to some of the fastest growing cities in California such La Quinta, which had a five-year growth rate of over 52% from 2000 to 2005.
Between the years 2005 and 2020, some 212,000 additional permanent residents are projected to move to the greater Palm Springs area. The growth translates to 75,750 new households with 5,050 new homes needed to be built annually.
Palm Springs Home Sales Trends - Current Info
In March 2008, the median sale price for Palm Springs single family home decreased to approximately $350,000. The median sales price for a Palm Springs area condo in March 2008 was in the range of $275,000 - $310,000. The median price is the mid-point of sales, half were sold higher, half lower. At the same time, the supply of available homes for sale has increased nearly 20%, comparing March 2008 to March 2007.
In addition, homes are taking longer to sell in the Palm Springs area in 2008 compared to prior years. The average number of days a home takes to sell (time the home is on the market for sale) increased to about 96 days, compared to 80 days in 2007, taking about 20% longer for homes to sell.
Affordable Homes & Condos
Available in the Palm Springs Area
Even with the longer-term trend of increasing property values during the past six years, Palm Springs residential real estate continues to be affordable. And the cost of living in the Palm Springs area is estimated to be approximately 30% less than Los Angeles and San Diego. Here's an important headline: you can still get a lot of home for your money in the Palm Springs area real estate. Prices continue to be well below that of homes in other desirable California communities. In fact, since year 2000, it's estimated that the median price of a home/condo in the greater Palm Springs area home has doubled, up to $330,000 in year 2006, compared to $170,000 median sales price in 2000. Today, in March 2008, the typical home price is in the $375,000 to $450,000 range. Homes in this price range tend to be entry-level homes and condos. An abundant supply of condos also are available in the $200,000 and up price range.
The Palm Springs Area is Growing
Real Estate Values are Rising
Palm Springs continues to experience a bright economy, a growing population and rising home values. In late 2006, the median single family home price in the greater Palm Springs area reached approximately $400,000. In 2008, the median single family home price has softened slightly to approximately $350,000 to $380,000, depending on the precise month the data is gathered from.
Experts point to statistics that show Palm Springs real estate prices remain very affordbale compared to regional neighbors. It is estimated that approximately 53 people move to the greater Palm Springs metro area each day. In addition, nearly 6 out of 10 Palm Springs area residents have moved into the area since 1990. The greater Palm Springs area, consisting of 9 Desert area cities, is also known as the Coachella Valley. Housing values are expected to continue to increase because of the attractive and rising real estate values and great interest in the growing Palm Springs area.
Steady Growth Continues
in the Desert Area
Many experts attribute the steady growth in Palm Springs area home values to the heightened demand from second-home buyers from and vacation home buyers resulting from the Baby Boomer population. Others cite the proximity of Greater Palm Springs to 20 million Southern California residents of Los Angeles and San Diego who are within a two hour's drive of the Palm Springs desert resort area.
Sunshine in Palm Springs: up to 350 Days a Year!
Yet others continue to look to the 350 days of sunshine and clear skies that grace the Desert Cities each year. And many are quick to point out that Springs has become a year-round international destination in addition to an area that more and more people live in year-round. In fact, nearly 8 out of 10 Desert dwellers now live here year round.
Find a Palm Springs Area Home - A Search for You
If you're interested in viewing or previewing Palm Springs area homes, please email Rob Kincaid, Palm Springs Realtor/Real Estate Broker, Greater Palm Springs Realty & Managing Partner, vacationpalmsprings , or call Rob Kincaid directly at 760-333-3300.
See Palm Springs Real Estate Listings Now
You can take a look at photos and find detailed information on all the homes for sale in the Greater Palm Springs area by searching the Palm Springs area MLS, the Desert Area Multiple Listing Service. Or we can do it for you. Just call Rob Kincaid, Broker/Realtor, directly at 760-333-3300 or office phone 760-778-7832, extension 111.
Click Search all Palm Springs Homes and condos for sale listings, see homes by specific Palm Springs area city or a specific neighborhood, view all Palm Springs , area homes and condos for sale - in all all homes for sale and rent - in all price ranges - all styles - and in all communities.
We Look Forward to Assisting You
After you've looked at the listings, just email or call Rob Kincaid who can provide additional information, or assist you in purchasing any of the homes listed. Or, just send us an email or call us if you'd like us to conduct a search for you.
Contact Info for Rob Kincaid,
Palm Springs Real Estate Agent & Broker,
Greater Palm Springs Realty Inc.
Open 7 days a week
1276 N Palm Canyon Drive, Suite 211
Palm Springs, California 92262
Rob Kincaid's Direct Phone: 1.760.333.3300
Greater Palm Springs Realty Offices
phone: 1.760.778.7832
Toll free 1.800.590.3110
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