This Couple Chose Nova at University Park For Their New Home in Palm Desert

July 11, 2025 at 03:00 AM EDT

Woodbridge Pacific Group's Design, Financing & Service Made The Decision Easy

PALM DESERT, CA, July 11, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- "Do yourself a big favor," said new Nova homeowner Harry G. "Come to WPG projects at University Park. See for yourself. You'll be on the cutting edge of a new community that is developing beautifully."

For Harry and wife Theresa, the decision to buy their new home at Nova was an easy one. They knew they wanted a home in the desert, and they knew they preferred a new home.

"Buying a brand-new home saves you money," said Harry. "Everything is new, so you aren't buying a home and then spending thousands of dollars to make fixes and updates."

They had looked for two months, scouting the area and even making a deposit on a lot in another community. "It became unaffordable with the upgrades we wanted, so we looked around at University Park, and initially were drawn to the Nova model," said Harry. "But we wanted a casita, which was not available with the model.

"So, I looked online again and found an available Nova plan with both casita and ADU," said Harry. "I called Chad Ross on Monday morning, and we bought that same day."

Nova sales representative Chad Ross connected Harry and Theresa with WPG preferred lender U.S. Bank and Jeff Weirsma, "Jeff can help you sort out the choices, including interest rate buy-downs, and determine the optimal scenario for you," said WPG President Todd Cunningham. "He and his staff will help identify best opportunities and whether a purchase is right for you." Call Jeff at 949-515-1205 or 714-403-0329, or email Jeff.wiersma@USBank.com.

"Jeff Weirsma helped me secure a great home loan," said Harry. "He is tremendous, and his assistant Banker Hedyeh Nader was off the chart great. Ditto with our processor Jaime Boyan—the whole experience was incredibly good.

"We have purchased several homes over the past 7 years and have never encountered anyone as pleasant and easy to deal with as the people at U.S. Bank," added Harry. "WPG and U.S. Bank made our experience easy."

Chad Ross also earned high praise. "It's simple—Chad is a respectful, classy guy whose desire is to help you, not 'sell' you," said Harry. "And he has helped with many things after our move, like referrals for the people you need to get settled, such as house cleaners and gardeners."

The desire to secure a home with auxiliary space was strong, and Nova filled the bill. "The ADU gives homeowners a chance to help with the housing shortage that is acute in so many Southern California areas," said Harry. "We can provide a low-cost rental, while offsetting costs—definitely a win/win.

"The casita is terrific for long-term visitors, or an aging parent," Harry added. "They have an independent, easy to care for dwelling unit and you are right there for them, adding security to their living."

As for their new home living space, Harry and Theresa find much to praise. Said Harry, "WPG built this home to be so quiet, and we hear nothing from the outside world. Everything is at our fingertips here, and living is clean, simple and pleasing.

"We are dog people, with a Great Dane and an English Mastiff," added Harry. "We all lounge together in the great room, and it's a quick step to the rear door to let our pals get to the outside space."

Location also suits this couple. "The desert is beautiful, and the cost of living is lower than in many areas," said Harry. "The walking is easy in our neighborhood, and the people here are phenomenally great. We have had many wonderful experiences in just a short time with our neighbors at Nova and in University Park."

Prices at Nova are from the low $700,000s, and several selections are move-in ready. Plan sizes range from 2,086 to 2,751 square feet and provide 4 to 5 bedrooms and 2.5 to 4.5 bathrooms. All homes include a 2-car garage. Great room layouts, through-plan views, and private side courts deliver indoor/outdoor connectivity, and sleek kitchens are ideal for entertaining and everyday pleasure. Secluded primary suites with spa baths and walk-in wardrobes strengthen luxurious design quality.

Empty nesters, first-time buyers, seniors and multi-gen households appreciate Nova designs. Ideal as a permanent residence, these homes also offer the lock-and-leave ease of a winter home.

Casita and ADU Designs—Nova's casita and ADU layouts offer sleeping and living space, a bathroom and wardrobe, washer/dryer space and a compact kitchenette. A separate entry further privatizes these layouts, optimizing their income potential or as independent space for parents, live-in help or long-term guests. "Our buyers have varied reasons to consider casita and ADU layouts, and the potential for higher resale value is attractive to all," said Cunningham.

Esprit Homes—Also available at University Park are new homes at Esprit, an elegant line with varied choices. Priced from the $800,000s, Esprit's move-in ready homes provide 1,992 to 2,925 square feet, with 3 to 5 bedrooms and 2 to 3.5 baths. Spacious great rooms and island kitchens connect easily with outdoor lounges and courtyards, and luxurious owners' suites feature large, walk-in wardrobes and compartmented spa baths. Esprit shoppers will also discover such additional per plan delights as portico entry, alcove dining and overlook views from stairs.

Well-Located—University Park is near the 10 Freeway, with the intersection of Gerald Ford Drive and Portola Road offering easy access to WPG's neighborhoods. Eisenhower Health draws buyers who are employed here, and residents seeking ready access to renowned medical services. See www.eisenhowerhealth.org for more on the out-patient and hospital services in Palm Desert, Palm Springs, North Palm Springs, Indio and other locales.

Strong schools—For family buyers, area schools are a welcome plus. The Desert Sands Unified School District and Palm Springs Unified serve University Park with quality schools for K-12.

Shopping and Leisure—Abundant retail and dining choices are convenient, and so are hiking trails and other recreational options. Signature destinations include El Paseo Shopping District and the new Acrisure Arena, which hosts sports and entertainment events.

Close To Home—Leisure fun is close at hand at The Grove, the master plan's amenity center. The Grove features a resort pool, a lap pool and a kiddie pool, plus gathering rooms, kitchen and an indoor fitness center. A shaded playground, pickleball court, a stage area, lawn areas for events and games, a firepit and a BBQ area add more enticing venues.

University Park residents find more leisure time choices at nearby parks, including a dog park and a park with covered play area, basketball court and lawn. See more of the University Park setting. Fly over at: https://woodbridgepacific.com/locations/palm-springs/university-park#gallery

University Park's model homes are open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. The address is 35779 Lasuen Street in Palm Desert, 92211. Visit wpguniversitypark.com. or call 760-280-6883 to talk with Monica, WPG's New Home Specialist.

Woodbridge Pacific Group is a privately held, selective developer/homebuilder with an excellent track record in all markets. Established in 2011, WPG is widely recognized for architecturally distinctive homes in premier locations. www.woodbridgepacific.com.

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