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.
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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.”
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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 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Rancho Mirage, CA over the last 12 months is $888,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
MOTIVATED SELLER! Final Price Reduction.Don't miss the opportunity to own in one of the most coveted communities! Perfectly positioned within the prestigious Springs, this home offers the ideal combination of privacy and access to world-class amenities. Recently redone, the community boasts a best golf course -- ideal for beginners & seasoned players alike. With $16M in upgrades, it's the biggest
Located in a Rancho Mirage neighborhood, you will find this re-imagined and re-designed, stylish, contemporary home in Montage at Mission Hills. Located on a large interior lot, this stunning home has an open concept that has been completely, and recently updated. You will find 4 bedrooms including a detached casita, 4 renovated bathrooms (including a powder room), a formal dining area, living
A rare opportunity to own your dream retreat in one of the most prestigious gated communities in Rancho Mirage at REVELLE AT CLANCY LANE. Originally the Phase 1 show model, this contemporary masterpiece spans 4,088 sq. ft. and offers an unparalleled blend of modern elegance and desert luxury. Step through a private courtyard with a decorative fountain into an open-concept living space with
Located in a Rancho Mirage neighborhood, you will find this re-imagined and re-designed, stylish, contemporary home in Montage at Mission Hills. Located on a large interior lot, this stunning home has an open concept that has been completely, and recently updated. You will find 4 bedrooms including a detached casita, 4 renovated bathrooms (including a powder room), a formal dining area, living
Welcome to 39700 Keenan, an exceptional modern sanctuary nestled in one of the most coveted non-gated enclaves, where tranquility meets timeless sophistication. Perfectly positioned in the southern part of Rancho Mirage, away from the wind zone and on a very quiet street w/ no HOA fees, this exclusive residence offers close access to the area's premier destinations, including Eisenhower Medical
Experience luxury living in this beautifully updated home, perfectly positioned in the prestigious Stoneridge Estates on the Pete Dye golf course. From the moment you step through the private courtyard, you'll be welcomed by mature, lush landscaping and a tranquil, resort-like ambiance.Inside, the open-concept Great Room, Dining Area, and Gourmet Kitchen are thoughtfully designed for effortless
Energy efficient luxury home available for annual lease. This 3-bedroom, 4-bath mid-century home is one of the original Thunderbird Country Club homes. This home has wonderful views of the southern mountains from the living areas of the home, and the back patio & pool area. Open concept living with architectural beamed ceilings, a huge double wide stone fireplace, a large island for cooking with
Built in 1963 this gorgeous William Cody house has been completely restored to it's original glory. Located in prestigious Thunderbird Country Club, it boasts full mountain views across Hole 13. 3 bedroom + convertible TV room, 4 bathroom, pool and luxurious sunken seating area with firepit. 3300 sq ft of the best materials and interiors designed by Darren Brown, landscape by Studio John Sharp.
(*Booked NOV 2025- APRIL 2026*) 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.
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