Palm Desert Homes with Hiking Community Features

Palm Desert Homes with Hiking Community Features

Welcome to Palm Desert, California – a stunning oasis nestled in the heart of Riverside County, where the sun shines nearly 350 days a year and the breathtaking desert landscape invites adventure and tranquility. Known for its luxurious lifestyle and vibrant arts scene, Palm Desert is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a serene yet active lifestyle.

One of the standout features of this remarkable city is its access to a variety of hiking trails that wind through the picturesque Coachella Valley. Imagine waking up in your beautiful Palm Desert home and stepping out your door to explore the stunning natural beauty that surrounds you. From the rugged trails of the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument to the serene paths of the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, there’s a perfect trail for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned hiker or just starting out.

The homes in Palm Desert are designed to complement this outdoor lifestyle, with many featuring community amenities that promote health and wellness. Enjoy easy access to hiking trails, community parks, and fitness centers that encourage an active lifestyle right at your doorstep.

In addition to its outdoor allure, Palm Desert boasts a rich cultural tapestry, with art galleries, world-class dining, and shopping experiences that cater to every taste. Whether you’re looking for a permanent residence or a seasonal retreat, Palm Desert offers the perfect blend of luxury living and outdoor adventure. Discover your dream home in this enchanting desert paradise today!

Newest Palm Desert Homes with Hiking Community Features

$597,500
4 Beds 3 Baths OC-26174276 MLS
RARE PREMIUM END-LOT LOCATION + OWNED SOLAR! Built in 2024 by Lennar, this upgraded 4-bedroom, 3-bath, approximately 1,945 sq. ft. home is located in The Village at University Park in the heart of Palm Desert. One of the standout features is its premium end-lot position, offering added privacy and a setting shared by only a limited number of homes with this floor plan in the neighborhood. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features a downstairs guest bedroom with adjacent 3/4 bath—ideal for guests, extended family, or a private home office. The upgraded main level offers a modern, open living space designed for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs you'll find three additional bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with an oversized walk-in closet, along with the convenience of an upstairs laundry room. The refrigerator, washer, and dryer are all included. Additional highlights include OWNED SOLAR and an attached 2-car garage. The finished backyard is ready to enjoy and features a private putting green, artificial turf, and tile hardscape—creating a low-maintenance outdoor space perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or practicing your short game. The Village at University Park offers an impressive collection of resort-style amenities, including a community pool and spa, poolside fireplace, indoor and outdoor cooking areas, community trails, dog park, park and playground, and community garden. University Park Village Center is within walking distance, providing convenient access to nearby dining, businesses, and everyday services. Centrally located in the Coachella Valley, you're just minutes from Acrisure Arena—home of the Coachella Valley Firebirds and major concerts—along with numerous golf courses, the new surf park at Desert Willow, and Disney's Cotino community. With 2024 construction, owned solar, a finished backyard, included appliances, extensive upgrades, and a rare premium end-lot location, this home offers the benefits of newer construction with many of the extras already completed and ready to enjoy.

41114 Northwestern, Palm Desert

$515,000
3 Beds 3 Baths SB-26143808 MLS
Experience refined desert living in this exceptional, fully reimagined 3-bedroom, 2 1/2 bath residence, where sophisticated design and impeccable craftsmanship create a truly turnkey retreat. Every detail has been thoughtfully curated with premium finishes and timeless style throughout. The designer kitchen is both elegant and functional, featuring granite countertops, custom cabinetry, a charming breakfast nook, and beautiful wood-look porcelain plank flooring. The spacious great room flows seamlessly into an expansive private-view terrace, where sweeping vistas of the lush greenbelt and the majestic Chocolate Mountains provide a spectacular backdrop for morning coffee, sunset cocktails, or effortless outdoor entertaining. A highly desirable floor plan offers two luxurious primary-style bedroom suites, each with a beautifully remodeled, spa-inspired bath, while the third bedroom can serve as a guest retreat, executive home office, or den. Virtually every element of the home has been upgraded, including new doors, windows, bathrooms, carpet, paint, fans/lights, closet organizers, moldings, appliances, HVAC, and electrical systems, as well as molding and casings throughout. Offering the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and resort-style ambiance, this extraordinary residence is a rare opportunity to enjoy carefree desert living at its finest in a golf community that offers an HOA that includes a state-of-the-art fitness center, tennis, pickleball, cable TV, Internet, 24-hour gated security, and resort-style pools and spas. Along with the Championship par 72 Golf Course, you may also use it as a short-term rental.

197 Desert Falls East, Palm Desert

$391,500
2 Beds 3 Baths OC-26094248 MLS
WELCOME to Palm Valley Country Club, your potential soon-to-be week-end retreat! This two-story home is on an elevated lot overlooking the golf course, surrounded with numerous lakes/water features and literally steps away from one of the many pools and spas in the community. The patio is extended with pavers to enhance your enjoyment when dining or just relaxing outside. This desirable Vista plan has all hard surface flooring for easier maintenance with an upgraded, beautiful kitchen with white soft-close cabinetry, quartz countertops and newer stainless appliances...Plantation shutters thru-out and included are two flat screen T.V's. Both upstairs bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms for privacy and convenience and both have direct access to a balcony. This is truly an all encompassing resort with 27 pools and spas, a Clubhouse with dining and lounge options, a fitness center, a luxurious spa and salon and a Jr. Olympic sized pool. Golfers will LOVE the two Ted Robinson championship courses and the "Tennis people" will appreciate the 13 tennis courts and 12 pickleball courts! And to top it all off, you are minutes away from hiking trails, fine dining, El Paseo's AMAZING shopping options and the Acrisure Arena and Indian Wells Tennis Garden. And last but definitely not least, do yourself a favor and google Cotino Bay, the new Disney inspired community that is going to be truly FANTASTIC!! Look for Open House viewings which I will be having periodically. I look forward to seeing you!

38359 Nasturtium, Palm Desert

$999,999
3 Beds 3 Baths OC-26034265 MLS
Welcome home to this beautifully updated end unit, south-facing villa in the guard-gated community of Ironwood Country Club. This corner lot property has exceptional mountain views and features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with an extended 600 square feet of living space in the family room. Designed for effortless desert living, this exceptional residence offers multiple private patios overlooking a lush greenbelt—perfect for enjoying your morning coffee, relaxing with a favorite beverage, entertaining friends, or dining al fresco beneath the desert sky. Custom desert landscaping and thoughtfully curated lighting create a dramatic ambiance, showcasing stunning views both day and night. The community’s largest pool and spa are conveniently located just across the street. Inside, the expansive gourmet kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring sleek granite counter tops and premium appliances, including a Dacor range. The kitchen flows seamlessly into generous dining and gathering spaces ideal for entertaining. Two inviting living areas add warmth and character—one anchored by a striking stacked-stone fireplace, the other by an elegant granite fireplace—while walls of glass frame picturesque vistas and bathe the interiors in natural light. The elegant primary suite captures those same beautiful views and offers private patio access with distant mountain scenery. The spa-inspired primary bath includes dual vanities, a spacious walk-in shower, and separate water closet. Two well-appointed guest suites, each with its own bath, provide comfort and privacy for family and visitors alike. Additional highlights include custom built in closet organizers, a finished garage with epoxy flooring and extensive floor-to-ceiling storage cabinetry. Ironwood Country Club offers a variety of membership opportunities. Members have access to an array of amenities, including two championship golf courses, practice facilities, tennis courts, pickleball, bocce ball, a state-of-the-art fitness center, spa services, fine dining, and a vibrant calendar of social events. Ironwood offers a truly elevated desert lifestyle. Make your appointment today to see this special home.

73131 Ajo Lane, Palm Desert

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