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  • Desert Gardens Apartments - Unclaimed

    1543-1643 S 5th St, El Centro, CA 92243

    Located in El Centro zip code 92243
    Apartment building

    Neighborhood: 92243

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    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Very Walkable
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Bikeable

    Nearby schools in El Centro

    Lincoln Elementary School
    Grades K-6 • 0.8 miles
    8/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    6/10
    Student Progress Rating
    10/10
    Kennedy Middle School
    Grades 7, 8 • 0.9 miles
    6/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    5/10
    Student Progress Rating
    7/10
    Central Union High School
    Grades 9-12 • 0.8 miles
    6/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    6/10
    College Readiness Rating
    6/10

    ZIP code 92243 covers El Centro and Seeley in the Imperial Valley, a flat, inland desert setting with very hot, dry summers and mild winters. El Centro Naval Air Facility is a prominent local landmark, while nearby open agricultural land gives the area a broad, low-rise feel. Parks and recreation areas provide outdoor space; check local facilities for playgrounds and walking paths. Dining and coffee options are concentrated in El Centro, alongside everyday shopping and services, with a quieter, more rural setting in Seeley. The region’s history is closely tied to farming and irrigation, and local cultural events add seasonal interest. Driving is the most practical way to get around, with regional roads connecting the communities. For ZIP code 92243, the median rent is $1,500 per month, with a typical range of $800 to $3,480.

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    Where is Desert Gardens Apartments located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    Desert Gardens Apartments is located at 1543-1643 S 5th St, El Centro, CA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Lucky Chinese Restaurant, Las Conchitas Bakery, and State Street Coffee House.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near Desert Gardens Apartments?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Desert Gardens Apartments include ecrmc clinic (0.3 miles away), Imperial Valley Sleep Center (0.4 miles away), and Athar M Amsari, MD Cardiology (0.4 miles away).

    What schools are assigned to Desert Gardens Apartments?

    The schools assigned to Desert Gardens Apartments include Lincoln Elementary School, Kennedy Middle School, and Central Union High School.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Desert Gardens Apartments?

    Desert Gardens Apartments is located near 6 grocery stores, including El Sol Market (0.7 miles) and Grocery Outlet (0.9 miles). Additional shopping options, including O'Reilly Auto Parts, are approximately 0.5 miles away.

    What is the walk score of Desert Gardens Apartments?

    Desert Gardens Apartments has a walk score of 77, it's very walkable.

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