Rancho Mirage, CA

Is Mira Vista a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe73

Medium25

Low37

Other631

92 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape19

Child involved66

Assault14

Other9

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and medical crews were dispatched to a possible breathing emergency near Grand Via in Palm Desert, with a truck and medic unit responding under RVC Command 12.	Gran Via, Palm Desert, CA 92260	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a hemorrhage medical incident occurred near Bob Hope Drive. Unit 33 and Medic 50 were assigned.	Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was made for back pain at Agua Caliente Casino near Bob Hope Drive, with responders accessing via the south door.	32-250 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were dispatched to a possible chest pain medical incident at a residence on Carlotta Drive in Palm Desert.	Carlotta Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a fall medical call prompted a response near Village Center Drive, involving Engine 55 and Medic 255. The location includes (number withheld).	Village Center Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92210	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, truck 33 was sent on an apparent false public assist call at a memory care unit near Monterey Avenue in Palm Desert.	44-600 Monterey Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260	Other Non-Crime Event
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 71 was dispatched to a possible residential alarm at a home on Links Drive in Palm Desert, using Command 12 and Tac 10 radio channels.	Links Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a reported breathing emergency at a civic center park on San Pablo Avenue.	Palm Desert Civic Center Park, 43900 San Pablo Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a reported breathing problem at Civic Center Park near the pond in Palm Desert.	Palm Desert Civic Center Park, 43900 San Pablo Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible heat exposure incident occurred inside the Daily Grill near El Paseo. A Bravo response was assigned.	General Manager, Louis Rowe, 73061 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$925,617

Average Rent

$4,782

Vacancy Rate

36%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Mira Vista is a rural neighborhood in Rancho Mirage, CA, known for its quiet atmosphere and high vacancy rate. The median home price is $925,617, placing it above half of California neighborhoods in cost.

The community features mostly small to medium single-family and mobile homes, many built since 2000. A notable 3.0% of households are same-sex couples, a rate higher than 99% of U.S. neighborhoods.

RuralQuietHigh VacancyRetiree-Friendly

Quick Facts

Same-Sex Households	3.0%

Housing market and real estate character

Mira Vista's housing stock consists mainly of small to medium single-family and mobile homes, with a majority owner occupancy. Many homes are newer, built since 2000, with a significant portion from 1970 to 1999.

Owner Occupied	Majority
Housing Type	Small to medium single-family and mobile homes
Homes Built 2000 or Later	Many
Homes Built 1970-1999	Several

What buyers will notice right away

Vacancies are common, partly due to seasonal occupancy, which may affect year-round availability.

Many residences are built recently, offering modern housing options.

Families & Lifestyle

Mira Vista offers a peaceful environment favored by retirees and a notable presence of same-sex couples, indicating a welcoming community.

The quiet rural setting suits those seeking peace and retirement amenities.

Diverse household types contribute to a welcoming atmosphere.

Retiree Appeal — Combines peace, safety, and diverse housing options favored by seniors.

Same-Sex Households	3.0%
Retiree-Friendly Ranking	Top 10% in California

Demographics

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	60.8%
Sales & Service Occupations	20.3%
College Educated Seniors	Significant presence
English Speakers	86.4%
Spanish Speakers	7.4%
Persian Speakers	1.3%
Canadian Ancestry	2.5%
Lebanese Ancestry	1.4%
Foreign Born Residents	14.5%

Commute

Most residents have a relatively short commute, with many driving alone or carpooling.

Mira Vista offers manageable commute times with a majority using private vehicles.

Short Commutes — Nearly half of commuters spend 15 to 30 minutes traveling to work.

Car Usage — Most residents drive alone, with a notable share carpooling.

Typical Commute Time	15-30 minutes
Drive Alone Rate	59.9%
Carpool Rate	10.3%

Homes for sale near 92270

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$2,359,000

4 bd | 5 ba | 4,783 sqft

114 Waterford Cir

Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270