Palm Desert Resort Country Club
Palm Desert Resort Country Club is a gated, low-density community of approximately 960 homes nestled within a lush, 18-hole championship golf course. Residents enjoy exceptional amenities including a 42,000 sq ft clubhouse with restaurant, bar, fitness center, and active social calendar. Outdoor recreation abounds with 20 heated swimming pools/spas, 28 pickleball courts, seven tennis courts, plus bocce and a driving range. The secure, manicured grounds span about 350 acres with over 50 % dedicated to green space and 14 miles of private roads. Mountain views and beautifully maintained landscapes frame many homes, offering serene vistas and a resort-style living atmosphere.
Set in eastern Palm Desert near the renowned El Paseo shopping and dining district, the community boasts convenient desert-luxury living. The area features a warm, sunny climate with scenic Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountain backdrops. Residents have quick access to Coachella Valley cultural attractions, including art festivals, gardens, and regional events. With close proximity to Palm Springs International Airport, travel is seamless for both residents and visitors. Palm Desert serves as a vibrant yet laid-back desert oasis, rich in recreation, shopping, and natural beauty.
Description of Palm Desert Golf Course
Palm Desert Resort Country Club features an 18-hole, par 72 championship golf course designed by Joe Mulleneaux. Back tees stretch roughly 6,585 yards with a slope around 117 and course rating near 70.8. The fairways use Bermuda/rye blend grass; greens are Tif-Dwarf, offering a smooth putting surface. The layout includes approximately 65 sand bunkers and nine water hazards, enhancing strategic play. Conditions are lush and well-maintained, with ample palm trees, lakes, and wide, forgiving fairways.
Signature challenging holes include the par-3 6th with a well-bunkered island green, demanding precise carry. The risk-reward par-4 9th requires threading a drive through eucalyptus trees to reach a kidney-shaped green by water. The finishing par-3 18th forces a long carry over horseshoe-shaped water to an undulating green flanked by bunkers. Seven water features influence eight holes, while bunkering is strategically placed to penalize wayward shots. The course balances fun and challenge, playable for all levels yet still demanding thoughtful strategy.
Palm Desert Greens Fees and Membership Costs
Public green fees vary seasonally, with weekday rates around $80 and weekend peaks up to $95. Morning rounds before 11:59 AM can cost up to $115 during busy periods. Twilight rates after noon drop to as low as $45–$60 depending on day. Golf carts are included in all green fees. Summer rates tend to be lower, often below $100 on weekends.
Initiation fees range from $700 for single to $900 for family membership. Monthly dues run approximately $375 for singles and $450 for families. Annual full golf membership begins at around $5,740 for homeowner singles. Couple non-homeowner full golf membership may reach about $7,800. Monthly membership plans offer flexibility with shorter commitment options.
Palm Desert Resort Real Estate
Homes are primarily single-story condos from the 1980s, sized roughly 820 to 1,420 square feet, with one to four bedrooms. The average community price hovers around $330,000, with values ranging from $180,000 to $490,000. Median listing homes go for approximately $399,450, while median sold price is near $430,000. A recent two-bedroom home listing was about $399,999, showcasing current pricing trends. Demand is brisk: properties receive acceptable offers in about 25 days on average.
Monthly HOA dues vary; one listing noted around $686 per month covering cable, trash, security, clubhouse. Another source cited monthly HOA covers water, insurance, roof, landscaping, pool and tennis maintenance, plus a yearly $389 social fee. HOA fees support both property upkeep and vibrant community amenities. Real estate taxes follow standard Riverside County rates, typically around 1.1–1.25% of assessed value. Combined, HOA plus taxes represent a manageable bundled cost for residents.