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Desert Princess Country Club

Desert Princess Country Club

Neighborhood in Cathedral City, California

Riverside County 92234

$422,057 Average Value
$304 Average Price per Sq Ft
67 Homes For Sale

Lush desert oasis for golf lovers

Amid mountains, lakes and palm trees, the Desert Princess Country Club community offers a casual resort lifestyle in Riverside County’s Coachella Valley. Desert Princess has a legacy of “well over 40 years,” says Maggie Jackson, Receptionist and Administrative Assistant for the on-site HOA. “Once you come in here, it’s a different world. It’s like a little oasis – a lush landscape with 7,000-plus trees. Even folks who come here temporarily want to buy.” "There are 1,200-some-odd families here, but they all have some commonalities," says Holly Tait Markas of Holly's Homes, a Broker specializing in Desert Princess since 1999. “They find they love the sense of openness and safety, with caring people and a down to Earth, laid-back feel. Here you feel like you're on vacation all the time,” Markas says. "But while people often come here thinking they're going to retire, they soon find they can fill their days with all sorts of stuff.” The Desert Princess Country Club lifestyle centers golf, gorgeous scenery and a casual community close to dining, shopping and culture.

Desert Princess Country Club has a Clubhouse with a pool and tennis courts.
Desert Princess Country Club has a Clubhouse with a pool and tennis courts.
Desert Princess Country Club is one of the most gratifying resort courses in Coachella Valley.
Desert Princess Country Club is one of the most gratifying resort courses in Coachella Valley.
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Golfing with friends year-round

"Folks come here from colder places like Colorado and the Bay Area to seek the sun, hike the trails and play golf all year round,” Markas says. The 27-hole public golf course features wide fairways, several lakes and mountain views. “Some people move here with their friends, but folks here like to gather, so it's easy to just join a golf game or meet up at the fitness center, or for a walk, or at one of the 34 swimming pools." Desert Princess Country Club also makes it easy to join a pickup basketball game or to try out pickleball before cooling down at the on-site spa.

The prospect of playing golf year-round under the California sun is possible in Desert Princess Country Club.
The prospect of playing golf year-round under the California sun is possible in Desert Princess Country Club.
Practice your short game at Desert Princess Country Club.
Practice your short game at Desert Princess Country Club.
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Dining at the Clubhouse and heading into Palm Springs

Desert Princess Clubhouse's casual Mountain View Grille includes a full bar, weekly game nights and occasional live music. For cooking at home, residents find a Stater Bros. Market and a CVS just north, plus nearby options like Walmart, Grocery Outlet and Costco. More dining, entertainment and shopping can be found five miles west in Downtown Palm Springs. For a relaxing day out, locals can enjoy a hearty brunch at Wilma & Frieda’s followed by a visit to Palm Springs Art Museum and retail therapy at La Plaza shopping arcade, before ending the day with classic cocktails at Oscar’s.

Desert Princess Country Club residents can enjoy mouth watering tacos at Mountain View Grill.
Desert Princess Country Club residents can enjoy mouth watering tacos at Mountain View Grill.
A Walmart is just south of Desert Princess Country Club, around 2.6 miles away.
A Walmart is just south of Desert Princess Country Club, around 2.6 miles away.
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Homes and condos by the golf course

Framed by the San Jacinto Mountains and centered around the Desert Princess Country Club, this guard-gated community includes hundreds of condos, villas and a homeowners association. Elegant fountains and desert landscaping line the neighborhood’s sidewalks and wide streets. The one- to three-bedroom adobe-and Hacienda-style homes designed by iconic Southern California architect Gin Wong (whose work includes the spaceship-like LAX Theme Building) date from the mid-1980s to the mid-2000s. Some homes, like those in the Arroyos cluster, are situated off-fairway from the club’s 27-hole, PGA Championship golf course. Home prices range from about $280,000 to $890,000. Condos range from about $218,000 to $425,000.

Condos make up the majority of homes in Desert Princess Country Club.
Condos make up the majority of homes in Desert Princess Country Club.
Hacienda style homes are also common in Desert Princess Country Club.
Hacienda style homes are also common in Desert Princess Country Club.
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Proximity to Interstate 10

Beyond the golf carts, Desert Princess is a car-dependent community. It benefits from proximity to Interstate 10, which stretches from L.A. to Phoenix and beyond. Desert Regional Medical Center and Palm Springs International Airport are about 5 miles west. There are also bus stops along Vista Chino, the road that borders the neighborhood’s northern edge.

Area schools with accolades

The Desert Princess Country Club community lies within the Palm Springs Unified School District, whose 28 schools are generally rated average by GreatSchools for students’ test scores and academic progress. Rio Vista Elementary, rated B-plus on Niche, emphasizes social-emotional learning, while James Workman Middle School, rated B, was named a 2023 California School to Watch. Cathedral City High School, rated B-plus, is a California Gold Ribbon School with HEAL (healthcare and environmental health) and International Baccalaureate programs.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Palm Springs International

7 min drive

Bus

Vista Chino & Landau

Bus

Vista Chino & Desert Princess

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Desert Princess Country Club US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$370,000
Median Single Family Price
$669,500
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$320,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$269,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$304
Number of Homes for Sale
67
Last 12 months Home Sales
182
Months of Supply
4.40
Median List Price
$390,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,138
Median Year Built
1986
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,725
Below the national average
1,935
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,225
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    11am - 2pm

    29741 W Laguna Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234

    $680,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,500 Sq Ft
    • 29741 W Laguna Dr
    • New 21 hours ago

    This beautiful pool home in Desert Princess Country Club is on land you own (no lease) and captures the essence of resort-style living with breathtaking panoramic views of the mountains, shimmering lake, and the Vista #4 fairway. Positioned perfectly with southwest exposure, the view from your private pool is nothing short of spectacular. High ceilings and picture windows flood the open-concept

    Phyllis Verdugo Phyllis Verdugo, Broker

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    11am - 2pm

    67331 Zuni Ct, Cathedral City, CA 92234

    $749,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,101 Sq Ft
    • 67331 Zuni Ct
    • New 7 days ago

    Live in the Desert Princess Gated Community, and you own the land! This large Villa has SPECTACULAR MOUNTAIN VIEWS. YOU OWN THE LAND!Great Room with open floor plan. Mountain views from living room and dining room. Kitchen features Island Bar, Walk-in-pantry, stainless steel appliances(refrigerator included). Large principal bedroom with walk-in closet, attached bath with double sinks,

    Jan Thornton Berkshire Hathaway Home Serv.

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    1:30 - 4pm

    67847 N Portales Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234

    $320,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,212 Sq Ft
    • 67847 N Portales Dr
    • New 8 days ago

    Welcome to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo nestled in Desert Princess Country Club. This property offers the perfect balance of comfort, convenience, and style. The spacious living area, which opens to a large patio and expansive green space, is filled with natural light, creating an inviting atmosphere throughout. The well-appointed kitchen features modern appliances, ample

    Joel Vendette Bennion Deville Homes

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
1,991
Median Age
67
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
5.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
55.9%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$75,101
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$104,878

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.1%
College Graduates
46%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.1%
% Population in Labor Force
43.1%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
4''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
108°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

6 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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