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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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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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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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The Lakes Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in The Lakes, Palm Desert sell after 95 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in The Lakes, Palm Desert over the last 12 months is $662,500, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Among the opportunities currently available at The Lakes Country Club, few combine this caliber of views, updates, and finishes at such an attractive price. If you are seeking a home that has already been beautifully reimagined, this is a residence worthy of special consideration.Set against a backdrop of a panoramic double fairway, lake, waterfall, and mountain views, this thoughtfully
This 2 bed 3 bath home in the heart of the The Lakes Country Club community could be your forever home! Backing to the beautiful golf course where you're guaranteed a great view when entertaining guests. With the kitchen open to the dining area, living room and wet bar, its's a hosts dream set up! The community offers golf course access, clubhouse with dining, fitness center and spa, multiple
Discover the perfect blend of space, style, and spectacular golf course views in this beautifully appointed Tucson floor plan, offering approximately 2,754 square feet in the private and exclusive Lakes Country Club.This spacious home features three bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, plus a beautifully converted atrium that now serves as a private home office. The upgraded kitchen is designed
This prized, expanded Abilene End-Unit has amazing panoramic views: Majestic Mountains, Double Fairways, Lakes, Fountains, and Waterfalls. Two new AC Units in 2022. This light & bright remodeled open-concept living area now includes incredible entertaining space with custom recessed lighting throughout, 4 Ceiling Fans, and 5 Skylights. The Abilene floor plan is one of only two floorplans in The
Views. Luxury. Lifestyle. Welcome to one of the most desirable locations in The Lakes Country Club! Situated on coveted Bouquet Canyon, this beautifully updated Laramie model captures spectacular double fairway, tranquil lake, and panoramic mountain views, all framed by soaring vaulted ceilings that fill the home with natural light.With over $70,000 in recent renovations and improvements, this
Contemporary luxury reimagined at The Lakes Country Club. Extensively rebuilt, redesigned, and upgraded by Andelin Design House, this exceptional end-unit residence blends contemporary elegance, superior craftsmanship, and effortless desert living. Every detail has been thoughtfully curated, from custom stone finishes and hand-painted marble accents to designer lighting, bespoke fixtures, and
Stunning fully remodeled home with breathtaking triple fairway and mountain views in The Lakes Country Club. This move-in-ready residence features an open floor plan designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, highlighted by stack-back accordion doors in the living room. Elegant Versailles-pattern travertine flooring, 6-inch baseboards, designer lighting, and custom sunshades add sophistication
Experience luxury desert living in one of the most sought-after floor plans at The Lakes Country Club. This highly desirable Laramie model enjoys a premium south-facing location with breathtaking views of the lake, cascading waterfalls, and surrounding mountains--all while offering exceptional privacy.Spanning 2,184 square feet, this beautifully appointed home features 2 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms,
One of the very best locations in The Lakes! This Laramie model sits on the prime 9th Hole of the Palm Course with no facing backyard neighbors offering an open golf course setting and exceptional privacy. A year-round therapeutically heated pool and spa are directly across the street while the clubhouse, fitness center, driving range and pickleball/tennis courts are all just a short distance.
****INCREDIBLE SOUTH-FACING LAKE & MOUNTAIN VIEWS!*A wonderful opportunity to create your dream desert retreat in The Lakes Country Club. This desirable Abilene model (End Unit) enjoys an exceptional south-facing LOCATION with beautiful LAKE and MOUNTAIN VIEWSSS--the perfect backdrop for RELAXED desert living.Offering 2 spacious bedrooms, 2 baths, PLUS a large OFFICE/DEN, the home features a
Rare South-Facing End Unit Condo with Breathtaking Water & Mountain Views!DEN CAN BE USED AS 3RD BEDROOM!Nestled at the end of a tranquil cul-de-sac, this beautifully maintained condo offers unparalleled privacy and serenity. With sweeping water views and a lovely mountain backdrop, it's the perfect setting to unwind. Just steps from the community pool and surrounded by newly landscaped grounds,
Welcome to 286 Green Mountain Drive, located within the prestigious gated golf community of The Lakes Country Club. This exceptional property offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and resort-style living--ideal as a full-time residence or a desert retreat.This home showcases a comprehensive, high-quality, designer remodel with a clean, contemporary aesthetic. The kitchen and bathrooms
This is an ANNUAL LEASE. This prized, expanded Abilene End-Unit has amazing panoramic views: Majestic Mountains, Double Fairways, Lakes, Fountains, and Waterfalls. Two new AC Units in 2022. This light & bright remodeled open-concept living area now includes incredible entertaining space with custom recessed lighting throughout, 4 Ceiling Fans, and 5 Skylights. The Abilene floor plan is one of
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