Coachella Valley
Desert Hot Springs Real Estate
Natural mineral springs and wide-open skies
About Desert Hot Springs
Desert Hot Springs — natural mineral springs and wide-open skies.
Known for its world-famous hot mineral springs and panoramic desert views, Desert Hot Springs offers outstanding value, boutique spa resorts, and some of the best sunset vistas in the Valley.
Quick snapshot
Median sale price
$395,000
Population
≈ 32,000
Region
Coachella Valley
Market overview
Desert Hot Springs real estate market at a glance
Best price-per-square-foot in the central Valley. Strong upside for investors focused on long-term holds.
$395,000
55 – 75 days
≈ $265
Schools in Desert Hot Springs
School district
Palm Springs Unified School District (PSUSD)
Desert Hot Springs is served by PSUSD. The district has invested in newer campuses, a successful career-pathways program, and a growing dual-language program at the elementary level.
Notable schools
Desert Hot Springs High School
High
4/10 GreatSchools rating (typical)
Painted Hills Middle School
Middle
5/10 GreatSchools rating (typical)
Two Bunch Palms Elementary
Elementary
5/10 GreatSchools rating (typical)
Edward Wenzlaff Elementary
Elementary
5/10 GreatSchools rating (typical)
School attendance boundaries can change — always verify the current assignment for any specific address.
Where to eat, drink, and play in Desert Hot Springs
Desert Hot Springs nightlife is spa and resort-driven. Two Bunch Palms, Azure Palm Hot Springs, and The Good House anchor the scene. For broader dining, Palm Springs is a 10-minute drive.
Two Bunch Palms
Spa resort · dining
Azure Palm Hot Springs
Spa resort
The Good House
Neighborhood restaurant
Capri Italian Restaurant
Italian · local favorite
Things to do in Desert Hot Springs
Parks & outdoors
- ·Mission Springs Park
- ·Wardman Park
- ·Cabot's Pueblo Museum grounds
Shopping
- ·Pierson Boulevard corridor
- ·Palm Drive retail
Landmarks
- ·Cabot's Pueblo Museum
- ·Mission Lakes Country Club
- ·Sand to Snow National Monument (nearby)
- ·Joshua Tree National Park (30 min)
Things to do
- ·Hot-springs spa tours
- ·Hiking Sand to Snow
- ·Joshua Tree day trips
- ·Cabot's Old Indian Pueblo tours
HOA fees & rules in Desert Hot Springs
$0 – $450/mo
Typical monthly HOA fee range
What's typically included
- Gate & patrol (in gated communities)
- Pool & spa (where applicable)
- Common-area maintenance
Rules overview
Most Desert Hot Springs single-family neighborhoods have no HOA. Gated developments like Mission Lakes have active HOAs with the usual architectural and rental rules. STVR ordinances are strict — verify permit status before investing.
Find your home
Homes for sale in Desert Hot Springs
Neighborhoods
Notable communities in Desert Hot Springs
Local expertise
Thinking about Desert Hot Springs? Let's talk.
Whether you're buying your first home, relocating, or selling a long-held property, we'll share what we know — market nuances, neighborhoods to watch, and how to win in today's market.
