$706,569Average Value$349Average Price per Sq Ft28Homes For Sale
Country-club living in the Coachella Valley
Stunning views and world-class amenities make The Lakes one of the treasures of the Coachella Valley’s collection of resort communities. Founded in the early 1980s and named for the 23 freshwater lakes dotted throughout this gates community, The Lakes is much more than a golfing community; its offering of both cozy ranch-style homes and vast Spanish-style residences within a verdant community surrounded by nature brings out Palm Desert's greatest features.
An aerial view of The Lakes shows how much of a paradise the community really is.
Rows of homes at The Lakes are similar throughout the community.
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A built-in vacation
The Lakes is located within the resort town of Palm Desert, renowned for its thirty golf courses and hundreds of tennis courts. The Lakes is more than just a golf club, however. Homes in The Lakes tend to be expansive condominiums around the golf courses or skirting the club’s perimeter. Residents may choose to live in Spanish-inspired ranch homes with views of the course and the distant Santa Rosa Mountains. Units range from 1,300 to 2,800 square feet and are predominantly one story in height, many with modern amenities and interiors. Tall palm and shade trees populate the neighborhood and provide shelter to residents playing on the fairways. Homes vary in price from $400,000 for two-bedroom, two-bathroom ranches to over $1 million for sprawling, 4,600+ square-foot models.
Homes in The Lakes are connected to each other but maintain their privacy.
Most homes in The Lakes have views of the many lakes in the community.
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Club life and outdoor exploration
Membership to The Lakes Country Club is complimentary for residents. Realtor Angela Caliger of Surterre Properties, who has sold several properties in this subdivision, says, “Living in The Lakes is like a built-in vacation. This very active community offers a newly renovated clubhouse and fitness center, 27 holes of golf, 44 pools, tennis, pickleball, pop tennis, bocce ball, two dog parks, and many more amenities. There are clubs and get-togethers to satisfy all different interests.” Locals can play through one of the club’s three golf courses with panoramic views of the Santa Rosa Mountains and any one of the freshwater lakes on the property. Afterwards, they can head over to one of the club’s quality athletic facilities and later to its top-notch dining halls. Residents will also have plenty of opportunities outside The Lakes to connect with nature. The Civic Center Park is the largest in Palm Desert, with several public art installations and space to host musicians and public speakers.
The Lakes golf course is well-maintained
The Lakes residents enjoy the grassy fields at the Civic Center Park.
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Cultivating careers at Palm Desert High
This community is served by the Desert Sands Unified School District, which Niche considers to be among the top 50 California school districts for teaching quality, as well as among the top 75 for athletics. Students attend the A-rated James Earl Carter Elementary School, the A-minus-rated Palm Desert Charter Middle School, and the A-rated Palm Desert High School, all of which are located within a 2.5-mile drive. Palm Desert High not only features highly rated teachers, but also a variety of career programs in fields from music and theatre to engineering and biomedical sciences.
James Earl Carter Elementary School is a highly rated public School.
Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School in La Quinta offers a great education experience.
Palm Desert High School has a learning environment that prepares students for the future.
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Leaving for Los Angeles
Access to major highways such as Interstate 10 puts residents of The Lakes within a 120-mile and approximately 2-hour drive from Los Angeles, while the picturesque desert of the Coachella Valley Preserve is a mere 8 miles to the north. Residents can therefore both enjoy proximity to “the Entertainment Capital of the World” and the attractive quiet of the Coachella Valley.
Every journey in The Lakes feels like a scenic tour
Residents of The Lakes enjoy the many beautiful lakes in their backyards.
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Wining and dining near Desert Willow
The area has no local grocers or retailers, but nearby neighborhoods have those bases covered. Franchises like Ralph’s Fresh Fare are in the Desert Springs Marketplace near Desert Willow. While there, locals can grab a hot cup or a tasty treat at the IW Coffee & Chai Bar. Cork Tree offers refined California fare in a cozy and romantic setting for quality dining.
The Lakes locals enjoy the nearby IW Coffee & Chai Bar.
Residents of The Lakes enjoy dinner at Cork Tree Restaurant.
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Parks in this Area
Freedom Park
Palm Desert Soccer Park
University Dog Park
Civic Center Park
Magnesia Falls City Park
Palm Desert Aquatic Center
Joe Mann Park
Transit
Airport
Palm Springs International
22 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
The Lakes
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
The Lakes Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in The Lakes, Palm Desert sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in The Lakes, Palm Desert over the last 12 months is $679,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
You won't want to miss this impeccably maintained, highly upgraded two-bedroom, three-bathroom Dallas model. High vaulted ceilings with transom windows creates an open and airy atmosphere, with golf course views easily enjoyed from the main living areas. The open floorplan of almost 2,300 SqFt features two primary bedrooms, with a den that could be easily converted to a third bedroom. Floor to
Welcome to The Lakes Country Club. This inviting two-bedroom, three-bathroom South-facing TURNKEY FURNISHED Austin residence offers a haven of relaxation and comfort. As you enter the private gate, a serene courtyard envelops you: lush greenery, the murmur of a calming fountain and the twinkle of dazzling cafe lights. Inside, the soaring ceilings and luminous skylights create an airy ambience,
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Available May 2025 to October 2025 at $3,250/month. Also available high season 2025-2026 at $9,000/month. Welcome to your own slice heaven in Palm Desert! Enjoy magnificent sunsets and stunning lake views in this beautiful Laramie floor plan. From the moment you enter the zen courtyard, through the beveled glass doors and passed the rainfall water feature, you know you are walking into a special
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,525
Median Age
75
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
4.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
73.7%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$145,025
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$166,787
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.1%
College Graduates
54.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.5%
% Population in Labor Force
29.2%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
2''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
106°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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