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.”
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 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Rancho Mirage, CA over the last 12 months is $885,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Situated in the exclusive gated enclave of Country Club Estates in Rancho Mirage, with a low-density setting boasting just 100 homes, this elegant 3-bedroom, 3-bath residence spans 2,638 sq. ft. on an expansive 10,019 sq. ft. lot. Designed for refined desert living, the home offers a semi-open floor plan that balances flow and privacy with soaring ceilings, a dedicated office or den, and
Welcome to Bravo 7, located in the heart of Tamarisk, in Rancho Mirage. This private enclave of seven curated luxury homes by architect James M. McEachern and Developer Bravo Development is now hitting the market for the first time. This luxury estate at Bravo 2 boasts an oversized pool with two tiled Baja shelves and a step-down bar area with a fire pit. Upon entering through the pivoting glass
Only minutes away from El Paseo, The River and the new Disney Cotino development, hidden behind the gates of Bella Clancy this home is on a prime cul-de-sa lot with stunning views of the southern mountains, the Best in Bella Clancy. Old world charm of a Tuscan Villa! the owner spared no expense with the custom designer upgrades. From start to finish every detail of each room was being transformed
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
Enjoy peaceful lakefront living in the gated community of Mission Shores at Lake Mirage. This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bath home features an open layout with a spacious great room, fireplace, and large windows capturing lake and mountain views. The kitchen offers granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and generous cabinet space. One of the bedrooms includes a private entrance, ideal for
Modernism Defined. Rarely available unit in Da Vaal Estates. This piece of architectural history was designed by Val Powelson, AIA and built by Robert Marx; son of Gunmo Marx. This exceptional residence, on the Rancho Mirage Register of Historic Resources features dual primary suites situated on opposite sides of the spacious common areas. Bathed in natural light, vaulted ceilings and clerestory
(*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
(*Booked JAN FEB MARCH 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 allows access to
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.
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