Planted 10 miles from the glitz and glamor of Palm Springs, the resort city of Rancho Mirage is a land of country clubs and condos, where the dusty Sonoran Desert gives way to a golfer’s paradise of green. Winter is peak season in California’s Coachella Valley, as the blistering desert sun takes its own vacation. In these slightly cooler months, two nearby airports make Rancho Mirage an easy flyway for snowbirds flocking to their second—or third—home.
Tee off and catch up with friends on the greens of Rancho Mirage.
Experience unparalleled luxury in this exquisite Rancho Mirage manor.
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Decadence in the Coachella Valley
In the shadow of the Santa Rosa Mountains, magnificent midcentury mansions go for upwards of $6 million, while more modest Spanish Revivals start at $600,000. Privacy is prized, and the numerous gated communities include all sorts of clubbing—golf clubs, racquet clubs, tennis clubs, even a yacht club. Many homes sit right on the fairway, making tee time an easy appointment to keep. Away from the greens, several mobile-home communities offer colorful, cost-friendlier options, starting at $60,000. “But they’re not like Tornado Alley mobile homes,” says Marc Lange, a broker associate at Equity Union who has sold homes in the valley for nearly 20 years. “There’s no good side of the tracks or bad side of the tracks. Everyone lives in harmony; it’s just different ways of living.”
Discover the pinnacle of opulence in this majestic Rancho Mirage mansion.
The homes in the Thunderbird neighborhood of Rancho Mirage are similar to other desert homes.
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How Green Is This Valley
A few small parks, such as Rancho Mirage Community Park and Bloch Cancer Survivors Park, dot the desert landscape, and the vastness of Joshua Tree National Park is only 40 miles away. But Rancho Mirage’s greatest greens can be found on its world-class golf courses. Legendary courses include Tamarisk, the “potentially diabolical, yet indescribably playable” Pete Dye Resort Course at the Westin, and Thunderbird, the first golf course in the Coachella Valley. Many courses are connected to private clubs; increasingly, however, the private clubs also offer less-expensive social memberships that don’t include golf. Those who can’t win on the green might try to win some green at the Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa. And the world-renowned Betty Ford Center, founded in Rancho Mirage, offers a round of recovery for those who need a breather.
Expansive grass fields at Rancho Mirage Community Park are perfect for a soccer match.
Sunny skies, lush greens, and your dream home in Mission Hills!
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Fun in the Sun and Shade
To escape the heat, Rancho Mirage residents often venture to the River, a confluence of shopping and dining options as well as local events and expos. Increasingly, the Coachella Valley and its nine cities are known for mega music festivals, including Stagecoach, Power Trip and the eponymous Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. Rancho Mirage is close—but not too close—to the party. “Living here,” Lange says, “it feels like every weekend there’s something going on for young, old and everyone in between.”
Welcome to the poolside of pleasure, where food and fun coexist at Water's Edge Bar & Grill.
Unwind with riverside views and shopping delights at The River mall.
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School’s Out
The days of homework and homeroom are but a distant memory for most Rancho Mirage residents. Still, the city boasts both a public elementary school and a public high school, rated B and B-plus by Niche, as well as Palm Valley School, a private school sporting a rare A-plus rating.
Rancho Mirage Elementary School is a highly rated school in Rancho Mirage.
Rancho Mirage High School looks out to the beautiful desert horizon.
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Rat Pack, Meet Mouse House
In years past, Rancho Mirage was known as the “playground of presidents,” and it wasn’t uncommon to see Frank Sinatra and Bob Hope sipping martinis and chipping birdies. Today, with the glitzy days mostly behind it, Rancho Mirage is making plans to replace the Rat Pack with the Mouse House: The city will soon host the world’s first Storyliving by Disney community, a master-planned development devised by Disney Imagineers. The mixture of single-family homes and condos will include 55+ communities for the young at heart.
Walk in the footsteps of legends along Frank Sinatra Road in Rancho Mirage.
Explore affordable living in Rancho Mirage Mobile Home Community.
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On average, homes in Rancho Mirage, CA sell after 73 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Rancho Mirage, CA over the last 12 months is $870,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Location, lifestyle, and effortless desert living welcome to Wilshire Palms in the heart of Rancho Mirage. Perfectly positioned in one of the desert's most desirable fee-simple gated communities, this beautifully upgraded single-story residence offers the privacy of a standalone home with the ease of condominium living. Surrounded by expansive greenbelts and mature landscaping, the setting feels
Nestled within the well-maintained grounds of Rancho Mirage Country Club, this four-bedroom residence offers a thoughtful blend of space, comfort, and setting. Surrounded by manicured fairways and mountain views, the home enjoys a quiet position within the community, where mature landscaping and maintained grounds create a sense of privacy and order. Inside, vaulted ceilings and clean lines
Stunning ridge line home with fabulous valley views in one of the Deserts hidden gems, Villas of Mirada, in Rancho Mirage. You are in the heart of the desert with easy access to all of the amazing venues here.Features an open floor plan and outdoor living space that flows seamlessly together, creating the perfect desert lifestyle.A kitchen for the serious cook features Wolf, SubZero and Thermador
*Buyers may qualify for up to $10,000 in closing cost assistance based on the property’s location—ask for details.* Experience peaceful lakefront living in the gated community of Mission Shores at Lake Mirage. This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers an open-concept design featuring a spacious great room with fireplace and expansive windows that showcase serene lake and mountain
Location, lifestyle, and effortless desert living welcome to Wilshire Palms in the heart of Rancho Mirage. Perfectly positioned in one of the desert's most desirable fee-simple gated communities, this beautifully upgraded single-story residence offers the privacy of a standalone home with the ease of condominium living. Surrounded by expansive greenbelts and mature landscaping, the setting feels
Nestled within the well-maintained grounds of Rancho Mirage Country Club, this four-bedroom residence offers a thoughtful blend of space, comfort, and setting. Surrounded by manicured fairways and mountain views, the home enjoys a quiet position within the community, where mature landscaping and maintained grounds create a sense of privacy and order. Inside, vaulted ceilings and clean lines
Motivated Seller...This magnificent and expansive residence presents an exquisite lifestyle, boasting four opulent bedrooms and five luxurious baths. Beyond the grand entrance, you'll discover a family room and an elegant formal living room, an inviting eat-in kitchen alongside a stately formal dining room. The kitchen, sprawling in its size, is a culinary masterpiece. The colossal main suite and
Tucked behind the gates of Key Largo in Rancho Mirage, this south-facing single-family residence captures everything buyers come to the desert for: privacy, sunlight, and effortless indoor-outdoor living. With low HOA dues and a central location near dining, golf, and resort amenities, the home offers the kind of everyday ease that defines the Rancho Mirage lifestyle.From the moment you step
Stunning ridge line home with fabulous valley views in one of the Deserts hidden gems, Villas of Mirada, in Rancho Mirage. You are in the heart of the desert with easy access to all of the amazing venues here.Features an open floor plan and outdoor living space that flows seamlessly together, creating the perfect desert lifestyle.A kitchen for the serious cook features Wolf, SubZero and Thermador
Welcome to Country Club Estates, a gated enclave of only 100 homes located in central Rancho Mirage. This expansive remodeled single family home with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms plus a den/office and a 3 car garage blends seamlessly indoor/outdoor living with an elegant, spacious feel. Upon entering the gated courtyard, you are drawn into the foyer and beyond into the large living, dining, and
Welcome to La Toscana -- where luxury, privacy, and timeless desert architecture unite in one of Rancho Mirage's most exclusive gated enclaves. Desert luxury dialed to a 10 in La Toscana. Recently refreshed with NEW exterior paint, this beautifully upgraded home offers soaring 12-foot ceilings, abundant natural light, and a seamless indoor-outdoor layout ideal for entertaining. The open-concept
A Legendary Palm Springs Estate Where Hollywood Glamour Meets Desert Luxury. Step into a world of unparalleled elegance and history with this breathtaking estate, originally built by Marion Davies, the famed actress and longtime companion of media magnate William Randolph Hearst. Spanning 2.77 acres in one of the most prestigious locations in the Palm Springs area directly across from the
Gorgeous redone home in the quiet location at the back of a lush, gated Spanish complex filled with greenbelts. All 3 bedrooms are en-suite with entries separated from each other for privacy and each open to their own outdoor space. Large Formal entry. Livingroom with high Vaulted ceilings, elegant dramatic tiled Fireplace, tiled Bar, and glass doors leading out to multiple Patios with views of
Some homes are just places to live. Others invite you into a new way of life.From the moment you step inside, you feel the transformation--fresh paint, new tile floors, and sunlight streaming through brand-new windows and sliders. This isn't just a home; it's a fresh start. The heart of the house, an open-concept kitchen, flows effortlessly into the dining and living areas, making every meal and
Step into this exquisite estate home with dramatic double-door entry & etched custom glass windows. With approximately 5,682 sq ft on an approximately 26,136 sq ft lot, this stunning home offers 5 bedrooms, each with an en-suite bath. There's also a 1⁄2 powder room for guests, and two fireplaces. At the heart of the home, an outstanding kitchen with a center island invites conversation for
( * Booked JAN FEB MARCH 2026 * APRIL 2026 *) Seasonal vacation rental. This home has an exceptional waterfront view on the lake in the highly desirable gated community of Santo Tomas community in Rancho Mirage California. 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Attached casita. Infiniti pool with grotto, waterfall & spa. BBQ. Fire pit. Owners include social membership to Mission Hills Country Club which
Available for annual lease. Furnished 4,000sft home is located in the highly desirable Clancy Lane area. Chef inspired kitchen. Open floor plan. Palm Desert Charter school district. Main house has 2 bedroom suites and 3 bathrooms. The separate guest house offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Just over an acre lot fully walled with remote controlled entry gate. Three car garage. Ample parking.
Modern luxury home in prestigious Morningside. Three bedroom suites and four bathrooms. Island kitchen with gas cooktop is open to great room. Living spaces showcase the exceptional back patio views. Island kitchen with stainless appliances. Natural organic light flows throughout. Two master suites plus guest accommodations. Personal pool & spa with south facing mountain views. Circular driveway
Welcome to La Belle Dame, a breathtaking one-acre Mediterranean-inspired estate by renowned architect Juan Carlos Ochoa, located in Rancho Mirage's most prestigious gated enclave, Clancy Lane Estates. This 6,424 sq. ft. single-level villa blends old-world artistry with modern resort living, offering ultimate privacy and elegance.Inside, you'll find hand-hewn oak floors, vaulted wood-beamed
The Ford Estate, former residence of President Gerry and Betty Ford, is one of the most important pieces of architecture in Rancho Mirage. The 7000 sq ft house sits on Hole 13 of prestigious Thunderbird Colf Course. Designed by famed architect, Welton Becket, this estate has an 1100 sq ft primary bedroom/bathroom and 4 luxurious en suite guestrooms. There is a fully private pool & cabala
Get ready to be wowed! The owners of this home have spared no expense in creating a vacation paradise with richly-appointed designer furniture and stunning artwork. Amazing location only 15 minutes from Palm Springs and 15 minutes from Palm Desert! Upgraded, ultra-fast 1 gigabyte WIFI. Huge open concept kitchen, dining and living areas backed by incredible views through the floor to ceiling
New Listing! Executive Mira Vista Golf Course RetreatLocated on the 16th fairway of the Gary Player Signature Course in Mission Hills, this stunning executive retreat offers sweeping golf course and mountain views along with a private sparkling pool and spa designed for luxury and comfort.Recently remodeled, the home features three en-suite bedrooms, including a detached casita complete with
This magnificent and expansive residence presents an exquisite lifestyle, boasting four opulent bedrooms and five luxurious baths. Beyond the grand entrance, you'll discover a family room and an elegant formal living room, an inviting eat-in kitchen alongside a stately formal dining room. The kitchen, sprawling in its size, is a culinary masterpiece. The colossal main suite and bath provide a
Annual lease. A luxury home on a cul-de-sac in the gated Versailles community - near Eisenhower Medical Center. This 3789 Sq Ft home has 4 bedrooms 3.5 baths and sits on a huge elevated lot with mountain views. Located in the IID lower utility cost district. Beautiful double door glass entry. Spacious open floor plan. The island kitchen has a gas cook top, granite countertops, double ovens,
(*Booked JAN FEB MARCH APRIL 2026*) Rare opportunity to book a lavish seasonal vacation rental in the Mirada Estates in Rancho Mirage, California. Owners prefer an October November December booking but might consider booking other months. Panoramic mountain, valley and evening-lit views adjacent the Ritz-Carlton resort. Located on a cul-de-sac in the exclusive guard-gated community of Mirada
Fabulous one level 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom located in the highly desirable Tamarisk area in Rancho Mirage, California. This is like having your own private pool & spa on a mini estate because there are only 7 homes in this luxury home enclave. 2 beautiful blue tennis courts. Great room has soaring 16ft ceilings and a wall of glass which boasts breathtaking panoramic views. This celebrity chef's
Ranch Mirage Resort is a small gated community of condos and homes, locate about ten minutes from Palm Springs. Walking distance to Date Palm Drive and local grocery stores, shops and restaurants.
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