Rancho Mirage Real Estate & City Guide

Rancho Mirage Communities: Golf Course Communities Non-Golf Course Communities

Top Community Guides: Mission Hills Country Club Del Webb Rancho Mirage Santo Tomas Clancy Lane

Rancho Mirage Quick Facts: Number of Homes (est.): 18,200+/- Average Temperature: 75°F or 23.9°C Number of Parks: 7 Number of Golf Courses: 9+ Medium Age (est.): 66 Avg. Income (est.): $79,000+/-

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Rancho Mirage is widely know as the “Presidents Playground” due to a rich history of presidents visiting the historic Annenberg Estate at Sunnylands and, more recently, presidential visits to the privately owned Porcupine Creek Golf Estate. Aside from presidents visiting the area, Rancho Mirage is recognized for it’s unique luxury lifestyle of gated communities, majestic golf course estates, fine dining and prolific tennis facilities.

Rancho Mirage is also the home to some of the best health, wellness and cultural institutions found anywhere.  These facilities include; the Eisenhower Medical Center, Betty Ford Center, a 1000 seat outdoor amphitheater, library, Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center, The Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert and the Sunnylands Gardens. These fantastic facilities make the community of Rancho Mirage a perfect to visit or call home.

Rancho Mirage Real Estate

Rancho Mirage promises homebuyers some of the best selection of gated communities in the US. With over 80 gated communities to choose from. Surpassing the average median home price Rancho Mirage homes list and sell higher than most cities in the Coachella Valley, but still offers condos and homes at prices that are certainly more affordable than most of Southern California costal cities.  If you are searching for the perfect home on the golf course or a home with maximum privacy and security surely Rancho Mirage is a great place to start your home search.

In 1966 the opening of the Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage marked a massive increase in the popularity of the gorgeous city. Mission Hills CC now host major golf and tennis tournaments and has over 2,500 homes and condos making the development of the club and community one of the most successful in the Desert.

Best Neighborhoods in Rancho Mirage

Mission Hills Country Club

One of the most iconic golf communities in Rancho Mirage, Mission Hills Country Club offers a blend of luxury homes, condos, and custom estates centered around world-class golf and resort-style amenities. With multiple private courses, country club access, and stunning mountain views, this community appeals to both full-time residents and seasonal buyers seeking a true desert lifestyle.

Best for: Golf enthusiasts, second-home buyers, luxury lifestyle seekers

Del Webb Rancho Mirage 55+

Del Webb Rancho Mirage is one of the premier 55+ communities in the Coachella Valley, offering modern homes, resort-style amenities, and a vibrant social lifestyle. Residents enjoy a clubhouse, fitness center, pools, and organized activities designed for active adult living.

Best for: Retirees, active adults, low-maintenance living

Santo Tomas

Santo Tomas is a gated community known for its spacious homes, larger lots, and quiet residential feel. With fewer homes and a more private atmosphere, it offers a balance between luxury and everyday livability—ideal for buyers looking for space without the country club setting.

Best for: Families, full-time residents, privacy seekers

Clancy Lane

Clancy Lane represents some of the most exclusive real estate in Rancho Mirage, featuring luxury estates, equestrian properties, and expansive lots. Known for privacy, prestige, and custom architecture, this area attracts high-end buyers seeking space and sophistication.

Best for: Luxury buyers, equestrian properties, estate living

Which Rancho Mirage Neighborhood Is Right for You?

• For golf lifestyle: Mission Hills Country Club
• For active 55+ living: Del Webb Rancho Mirage
• For privacy & space: Santo Tomas
• For ultra-luxury estates: Clancy Lane