Is a car needed in Thermal, CA?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say car is needed

Is parking easy in Thermal, CA?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say parking is easy

Does Thermal, CA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are yards well-kept in Thermal, CA?

As of early 2026, 63% of users say yards are well-kept

Is Thermal, CA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say it's dog friendly

Is Thermal, CA quiet?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say it's quiet

Do residents of Thermal, CA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is there wildlife in Thermal, CA?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say there's wildlife

Would people walk alone at night in Thermal, CA?

As of early 2026, 47% of users say people would walk alone at night

Do kids play outside in Thermal, CA?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say kids play outside

Are neighbors friendly in Thermal, CA?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say neighbors are friendly

Does Thermal, CA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say there are sidewalks

Is Thermal, CA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 24% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is Thermal, CA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are there community events in Thermal, CA?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say there are community events

Are the streets well-lit in Thermal, CA?

As of early 2026, 18% of users say streets are well-lit

What is the price history for 85701 Middleton Rd?

85701 Middleton Rd in Thermal, CA last sold for $550,000 in December 2002.

Is Thermal a buyer's or seller's market?

Thermal is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Thermal?

Residents describe Thermal, CA as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Thermal, CA .

What are the closest schools to 85701 Middleton Rd?

The closest schools to 85701 Middleton Rd in Thermal, CA are Desert Mirage High School (rated 3/10), Las Palmitas Elementary School (rated 4/10), Toro Canyon Middle School (rated 1/10).

Does 85701 Middleton Rd have air conditioning?

Yes, 85701 Middleton Rd in Thermal, CA has air conditioning.

OFF MARKET

$550,000

Last sold price

1 Bed
2 Baths
768 sqft (on 5.31 acres)

85701 Middleton Rd, Thermal, CA 92274

Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 30, 2002 for $550,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
62101 Tyler St, Thermal, CA	2.04	Single-Family Home	$415,000	02/06/26	3	1	1,200
62101 Tyler St, Thermal, CA	2.04	Single-Family Home	$415,000	02/06/26	4	2	2,000
84160 Lovely Sage Ct, Thermal, CA	3.04	Single-Family Home	$1,800,000	10/20/25	1	3.5	1,216
88751 64th Ave, Thermal, CA	3.25	Single-Family Home	$545,000	04/17/26	2	1	1,463
86874 Newton Way, Thermal, CA	2.75	Single-Family Home	$6,375,000	05/20/26	1	1.5	8,050
86756 Rogers Way, Thermal, CA	2.53	Single-Family Home	$1,300,000	01/15/26	4	6	6,246
85501 61st Ave, Thermal, CA	2.68	Single-Family Home	$3,000,000	05/06/26	7	4.5	3,000
86804 Rogers Way, Thermal, CA	2.56	Single-Family Home	$5,947,500	08/03/26	4	5.5	9,203
86873 Newton Way, Thermal, CA	2.72	Single-Family Home	$4,550,000	02/27/26	3	4.5	7,192
86861 Newton Way, Thermal, CA	2.71	Single-Family Home	$5,300,000	01/15/26	4	6	5,715

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
Harrison St, Thermal, CA 92274	0.32	-	-	-	-	Off Market
66820 Harrison St, Thermal, CA 92274	0.35	$600,000	5	3	2,940	Foreclosure
65940 State Highway 86 St, Thermal, CA 92274	0.70	$2,500,000	-	-	-	For Sale
66038 Harrison St #14, Thermal, CA 92274	0.75	$239,900	-	-	-	For Sale
13 Martinez Rd, Thermal, CA 92274	0.79	-	-	-	-	Off Market
66350 Martinez Rd #1, Thermal, CA 92274	0.88	$1,250,000	-	-	-	Foreclosure
66350 Martinez Rd, Thermal, CA 92274	0.88	$1,250,000	-	-	-	For Sale
2983 New Bedford Ave, Thermal, CA 92274	0.88	$12,000	-	-	-	For Sale
Salton Sea Ave, Thermal, CA 92274	0.88	$106,900	-	-	-	For Sale

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Built in 1940

5.31 acre lot

768 sqft

About this House

This property features 5.31 acres, and a total of 3 homes on the property separated by fences, and has 2 meters . The first home features 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom in the master bedroom, 1 half bathroom, and is approximately 900 square feet. The home features tile floor, a chimney, Air conditioning and heating,& washer dryer hookups. Home 2 is a manufactured home on a permanent foundation and features 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The home is approximately 1,500 square feet, has tile floors, and 2 car garage. Home 3 is a studio and is approximately 600 square feet. In a addition, there is a storage garage for machinery equipment or enough space to fit four cars. The acreage contains approximately 350 palm trees with an income between $1800-$24,000 per year.

85701 Middleton Rd, Thermal, CA 92274 is a 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 768 sqft unknown built in 1940. It last sold for $550,000 on Dec 30, 2002. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.

Home Details for 85701 Middleton Rd

Interior Features
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Heating & Cooling Air ConditioningCooling System: Central
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Composition

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style Property Type: Unknown

Community
Units in Building: 2

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5.31 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Dec 30, 2002 Source: N/A	Sold	$550,000
Jul 31, 2001 Source: N/A	Sold	$475,000
Feb 27, 2001 Source: N/A	Sold	$175,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2026	Unavailable	$325,219

Additional Cost

Market trends in Thermal

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Around this home

Las Palmitas Elementary School
K-6
Public
570 Students
Coachella Valley Unified School District
4/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
I went to the school for their meeting about the ASES program, and this Program assistant was talking in English and Spanish, then half way through the meeting she just stop talking in English, I had to ask some lady who knew both languages what she was saying,
Parent Review
13y ago
5 Reviews

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What Locals Say about Thermal

At least 36 Trulia users voted on each feature.

79 % Say car is needed
74 % Say parking is easy
69 % Say there's holiday spirit
63 % Say yards are well-kept
61 % Say it's dog friendly
59 % Say it's quiet
57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
56 % Say there's wildlife
47 % Say people would walk alone at night
43 % Say kids play outside
40 % Say neighbors are friendly
33 % Say there are sidewalks
24 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
20 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
20 % Say there are community events
18 % Say streets are well-lit

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Clumzy Smalls
Resident
1y ago
"People drive fast as it’s known for its race track are so not too safe for children walking alone….."
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Mrsnjg3
Resident
5y ago
"Beware of coyotes, snakes, and gophers. No public park or recreation area. Majority of your neighbors speak Spanish. "
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Toribio.avalos@hotmail.com
Resident
6y ago
"It’s a quiet neighborhood not much traffic and you could go on walks I. The morning or afternoons. There the desert to go off roading. Or you can go to the shore and watch the birds and the water if you don’t mind a little stink. "
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Ashley D. R.
Resident
6y ago
"It’s a good neighborhood. but i wouldn’t recommend people to move out here . it’s very lonely , everything is very far ."
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SteveS
Resident
7y ago
"We've lived here 10+ years. Spanish as a second language is highly recommended. Even with a language barrier we've got the best neighbors. "
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John R
Resident
7y ago
"Salton Sea area you need to have your own or reliable transition. There is no major shopping place for groceries and the closest to here is about 30 plus miles away."
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Linda K.
Resident
7y ago
"this is a very remote area nothing to Walk to no grocery stores and you have to be careful of snakes and air quality"
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Mrsnjg
Resident
8y ago
"There are stray dogs roaming around, once in a while. It would be a great idea to bring some type of protection for you and your dog. Sometimes the neighbors will let their dogs roam around too but they are friendly."
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ROMERO C.
11y ago
"I like the desert climate and the diverse individual families here making it home. Great neighbours of all ages and walks of life."
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Michaelspinnerhead
12y ago
"Salton city is an excellent place for families and retirees alike. Low crime and very friendly people provide the ingredients for a small town feel. It's totally different from the big city where everyone is to concerned about making the buck then actually enjoying life. "
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savesaltonsea
12y ago
"Difficult austere environment, wide open spaces. Night sky is beautiful and the Salton Sea is also quite lovely at dawn. Lots of birds. If you want solitude and don't mind driving to Indio for shopping this is an all right place to be. It's common to have 120 degree summer days and there's no rainfall. A hermits dream, in a nutshell. "
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Michaelspinnerhead
14y ago
"I think its an excellent area. Close proximity to state owned land makes this home heaven for off road enthusiasts. Kids love it here!"
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Frequently asked questions about 85701 Middleton Rd

What is the price history for 85701 Middleton Rd?
85701 Middleton Rd in Thermal, CA last sold for $550,000 in December 2002.
Is Thermal a buyer's or seller's market?
Thermal is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Thermal?
Residents describe Thermal, CA as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Thermal, CA.
What are the closest schools to 85701 Middleton Rd?
The closest schools to 85701 Middleton Rd in Thermal, CA are Desert Mirage High School (rated 3/10), Las Palmitas Elementary School (rated 4/10), Toro Canyon Middle School (rated 1/10).
Does 85701 Middleton Rd have air conditioning?
Yes, 85701 Middleton Rd in Thermal, CA has air conditioning.