From
$1,395
Peaceful Passage
Funeral home · Cathedral City, CA
Smart Cremation
4.8(766) Verified on Google
Smart Cremation is a direct cremation provider serving Cathedral City and the broader Coachella Valley region in California. The company offers immediate cremation, preneed planning, and veteran cremation services, claiming to save families up to 44% compared to traditional funeral services.
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Photo: Nancy Walters- Starting price
- $1,295
About Smart Cremation
Smart Cremation operates as a direct cremation provider serving Cathedral City, Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and surrounding Coachella Valley communities, as well as additional California cities and nationwide locations. The company emphasizes affordable cremation services with transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and personalized options including preneed planning, immediate cremation, and veteran cremation services with military honors coordination. They offer flexible arrangements including memorial services, keepsakes, and artistic urns, and promote the benefit of locking in prepaid cremation costs through state-approved trust accounts.
Smart Cremation prices
Price list published · source
| Direct Cremation | $1,295 |
|---|---|
| Veteran Cremation | $1,995 |
At $1,295, this sits within the typical national range of $1,000–$3,000 for direct cremation.
Prices are estimates and change. Providers must give you an itemized price list under the FTC Funeral Rule — always confirm directly.
Services offered
- Cremation
- Funeral homes
Payment & financing
- Payment plans
- Pre-need trust
- VA benefits accepted
Recognition & specialties
Specialties
- Direct cremation
- Preneed cremation planning
- Veteran cremation with military honors
- Memorial keepsakes and urns
Where is Smart Cremation?
68703 Perez Rd Building A Units 18 & 19, Cathedral City, CA
Get directionsHours
- Monday
- Open 24 hours
- Tuesday
- Open 24 hours
- Wednesday
- Open 24 hours
- Thursday
- Open 24 hours
- Friday
- Open 24 hours
- Saturday
- Open 24 hours
- Sunday
- Open 24 hours
Smart Cremation reviews
Updated July 20264.8
4.8
766 reviews
Rating from Google · updated July 2026
4.8 from 766 reviews on google
What cremation prices usually include
General context, not specific to Smart Cremation: a typical cremation price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.
Included
- Transfer of the deceased into the provider's care
- The cremation itself and crematory fee
- A basic cremation container
- Return of the ashes to the family
- Filing of required permits and paperwork
Usually extra
- A viewing, visitation, or memorial ceremony (that's a full-service cremation)
- An urn beyond the basic container
- Certified copies of the death certificate
- Flowers, obituary notices, or catering
Frequently asked questions
How much does direct cremation cost at Smart Cremation?
Smart Cremation lists direct cremation at $1,295. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.
How much does veteran cremation cost at Smart Cremation?
Smart Cremation lists veteran cremation at $1,995. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.
What services does Smart Cremation offer?
Smart Cremation offers cremation and funeral homes, and is a funeral home. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.
Where is Smart Cremation located?
Smart Cremation is located at 68703 Perez Rd Building A Units 18 & 19, Cathedral City, CA 68703. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.
Can I reach Smart Cremation after hours?
Yes — Smart Cremation in Cathedral City, CA answers its phones 24 hours a day, so you can reach someone the moment you need to, including nights and weekends.
Will Smart Cremation give me an itemized price list?
Yes. The federal FTC Funeral Rule requires every funeral home to give you a written, itemized General Price List on request — in person or over the phone — and to let you choose only the goods and services you want. Always compare a couple of providers before deciding.
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