Natural beauty and world-class attractions make the city of Indio a stand-out in the Coachella Valley. Sprouting out of necessity as a railroad town, Indio has enjoyed a history as an agricultural powerhouse and is currently a hub for artists, cooks, and performers, earning it the nickname the “City of Festivals.”
Homes in Indio are mainly single- and multi-story houses with a few condominiums and apartment complexes. Residents enjoy expansive ranch and Mission-inspired house styles, with a few mid-century modern homes lining Indio’s date palm-shaded avenues and cul-de-sacs. The city is served by Desert Sands and Coachella Valley Unified School Districts, with area schools teaching all grade levels. Combined, the two districts serve about 40,000 students.
City parks help residents connect with nature and come together as a community. Go for a walk and spot a furry friend at Mulligan Dog Park or at any other of the pet-friendly parks in Indio. Head to Miles Avenue Park and kick a ball around their athletic fields or relax in one of their picnic shelters. Residents enjoy the Indio Community Center’s athletic facilities and multipurpose event or meeting rooms.
Many residents live within reach of Indio’s commercial thoroughfares. Groceries and other essentials are sold at local meat markets like Valley Meat Market, southwest chains like Cardenas Markets, and other big-name retailers. Indio Grand Marketplace offers a variety of retail vendors like the Revivals Thrift Store. While shopping, go to El Mexicali and sample authentic Mexican fare made from scratch.
Indio plays host to the Coachella Arts and Music Festival, one of the largest music festivals in the nation. Lasting several days and featuring world-class performers like Beyonce and Harry Styles, Coachella draws over 100,000 people each year. Indio also hosts the Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival, which features live music and cuisine from around the world. Or Learn more about the area’s history at the Coachella Valley History Museum — sit at a desk inside a beautifully restored early 20th-century schoolhouse and learn about the pivotal role of agriculture in the valley’s development.
Residents enjoy the mixed suburban-urban comforts in proximity to the best of the Coachella Valley.