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Local real estate market experts Market Watch LLC have just released their February 2023 Desert Housing Report. Some highlights:

COACHELLA VALLEY DETACHED HOME MEDIAN PRICE: In February, the detached home median price in the Coachella Valley increased to $681,790 (up $31,790 or 4.9% from January and up 8.2% from $630,000 in February 2022). Market Watch’s analysis noted that this is the second monthly increase in detached home median price and was somewhat expected since home prices typically begin a seasonal rise this month. Further, they noted that the February detached home median price is now only 4% below the peak detached home median price of $710,000  reached in July 2022.

COACHELLA VALLEY ATTACHED HOME MEDIAN PRICE: In February, the attached home median price in the Coachella Valley was $434,000 (down 1.2% from $439,250 in February 2022 and down 11.6% from the peak attached home median price of $491,056 reached in May 2022). Market Watch’s analysis noted that seasonally driven attached home price increases normally begin in January or February. Market Watch further noted that so far, this year has been an exception (perhaps because 75% of the buyers and sellers of attached homes are remote owners from outside the region).

12 MONTH CHANGE IN THE PRICE OF THE AVERAGE SIZE HOME BY CITY: The price of the average size detached home increased year-over-year by double digits in Rancho Mirage (13.2%), Cathedral City (12.5%) and Desert Hot Springs (11.9%). The price of the average size detached home decreased year-over-year in Bermuda Dunes (-11.1%), Coachella (-0.9%) and Palm Desert (-0.5%).  For attached homes, the price of the average size attached home increased year-over-year by double digits in Desert Hot Springs (26.6%), Indian Wells (12.8%) and Rancho Mirage (10.5%). The price of the average size attached home only decreased year-over-year in Indio (-0.9%).

COACHELLA VALLEY MONTHLY HOME SALES -  3 MONTH TRAILING AVERAGE: In February, the three-month average of total home sales was 449 home sales per month (up from 413 home sales in January but down 37.4% from the pre-pandemic February average of roughly 717 homes sales per month). Market Watch’s analysis stated that at this time of year, desert home sales have traditionally increased moving into spring and they are watching to see if this pattern continues this year.

COACHELLA VALLEY MONTHLY HOME SALES – 12 MONTH TAILING AVERAGE: The 12-month trailing average of sales (which takes out seasonality from our Coachella Valley home sales data), shows total monthly home sales averaged 658 homes in February (down 33.2% from 985 homes in February 2022). Market Watch’s analysis noted that the decrease in monthly home sales in February was the 19th consecutive monthly decrease. Long term home sales in February were about 17% below pre-pandemic February averages. Market Watch expects this metric to continue to decline for a while even if monthly sales begin their historically traditional seasonal increase.

COACHELLA VALLEY HOME SALES BY CITY: Year-over-year home sales continued to decline in every Coachella Valley city. The largest percentage home sales declines were in Indio (down 58.3% year-over-year), followed by Cathedral City (down 57.4% year-over-year). Market Watch pointed out that the smallest percentage declines in total home sales occurred in Coachella and Indian Wells.

COACHELLA VALLEY HOME SALES BY PRICE RANGE: Home sales declined year-over-year in every price range. The largest home sales decline year-over-year was in homes priced between $400,000 and $700,000. Market Watch pointed out that the percentage decline in home sales was consistently high even in the highest price ranges, with sales of homes priced over $1,000,000 down 41.3% year-over-year and sales of homes priced between $900,000 and $1,000,000 down 53% year-over-year.

COACHELLA VALLEY HOME INVENTORY: On March 1^st, the Coachella Valley’s inventory of homes for sale was 1,956 homes (down from 2025 homes on March 1^st and up from 607 homes on March 1^st, 2022). Market Watch commented that while some of this home sale inventory gain was seasonal it was less than in previous years. Market Watch attributes this to the number of new listings in February remaining near historic lows.

COACHELLA VALLEY MONTHS OF SALES RATIO: On March 1^st, the Coachella Valley’s months of sales ratio was 3.0 months (down from 3.1 months in January but up from 0.6 months on March 1^st, 2022). Market Watch stated that this fundamental ratio, which measures supply versus demand, is below its historic average for this time of year. They felt that this means that while home sales are down, there is still an acceptable balance between buyers and sellers which in turn should help keep price fluctuations within acceptable bounds.

COACHELLA VALLEY MONTHS OF SUPPLY BY PRICE RANGE: The months of supply ratios continued to far exceed year ago levels in every price range. Market Watch noted the normal pattern of higher months of sales ratios for higher priced homes, but also noted that the difference is less than the difference in past year. They felt that this meant that there should be price stability throughout the entire range of home prices.

COACHELLA VALLEY MONTHS OF SALES RATIOS BY CITY: Market Watch noted that the months of sales ratio was under 3 months in all of the Coachella Valley cities except La Quinta (3.2 months), Palm Springs (3.3 months) and Rancho Mirage (3.5 months). They also commented on how close the month of sales ratios were in every city.

COACHELLA VALLEY DAYS IN THE MARKET: At the end of February, the median number of days in the market for the entire Coachella Valley was 49 (up 8 days from 41 days in January and up 21 days from 28 days at the end of February 2022). Market Watch noted that as expected, the days in the market is almost back to the pre-pandemic average of 65 days.

COACHELLA VALLEY DAYS IN THE MARKET BY CITY: At the end of February, Palm Springs had the lowest median selling time for detached homes at 35 days (up from 21 days year-over-year), followed by Cathedral City at 38 days (up from 28 days year-over-year). The longest median selling time for detached homes was in Indio at 61 days (up from 29 days year-over-year). For attached homes, at the end of February, Desert Hot Springs had the lowest median selling time at 24 days (down from 36 days year-over-year) followed by Palm Springs at 34 days (up from 15 days year-over-year). The longest median selling time for attached homes was in Indio at 68 days (up from 28 days year-over-year).

PERCENTAGE OF HOMES SELLING OVER LIST PRICE IN THE COACHELLA VALLEY: In February, only 12.8% of home sales were over list price (down from 44.4% in February 2022). Market Watch noted that this percentage was almost back to the historic norm of around 10%.

COACHELLA VALLEY AVERAGE PRICE DISCOUNTS BY CITY: In February, in Coachella detached homes sold on average for 0.1% over list price (down from 1.3% in February 2022). In every other Coachella Valley city, in February homes sold at a discount from list price, ranging from -2.2% in Cathedral City to -4.3% in Indian Wells. In February attached homes sold at a discount from list price in every Coachella Valley city, ranging from -2.0% in Bermuda Dunes to -5.3% in Indio.

The Briggs Group / Coldwell Banker Realty | Laurie Briggs DRE# 01896117 | Tim Briggs DRE# 01898254 | Coldwell Banker Realty DRE# 00616212

Our Open House, scheduled for Sunday March 5th, has been canceled since this fine home is now under contract.

New price for this remodeled Mediterranean-style Indian Wells home, designed by renowned Architect Barry Berkus and located in the desirable gated Indian Wells Los Lagos community. Some of the features are:

·       End of cul-de-sac location and large side yard patio offers excellent privacy.

·       Excellent indoor/outdoor flow.

·       Vaulted wood beamed ceilings.

·       Chef's kitchen with newer Thermador appliances, cabinets and granite countertops.

·       Bonus home office/hobby/craft area (formerly a golf cart garage).

·       Detached Casita with an en-suite bathroom.

·       Outdoor kitchen complete with built-in grill, fridge and sink.

·       Upgrades such as a premium epoxied garage floor, extensive interlocking brick paver driveway and patios, and Alumawood-like patio covers.

·       Community tennis/pickleball courts, 4 pools and spas, and meandering walkways, streams and ponds.

·       Indian Wells Resident Benefits

MLS# 219086732 | Now Listed at $649,000 | Details, photos, video & virtual tours & floor plan at: http://www.44017eriect.com

Canceled: Open House Sunday, March 5th from 1:30 to 4:00 pm

The Briggs Group | Coldwell Banker Realty / Laurie Briggs – DRE# 01896117 / Tim Briggs – DRE# 01898254 / Coldwell Banker Realty – DRE# 00616212

OPEN HOUSE: Private Desert Retreat In Guard-Gated Sun City Shadow Hills Phase 3 | Saturday March 4^th from 10 AM to Noon | 39145 Camino Novena, Indio

Enjoy Desert living in this private retreat located in the guard-gated Sun City Shadow Hills Phase 3 community. This Embark Model features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and an open floor plan that combines the large kitchen, dining area and living area. There are tile floors in the main living areas, high ceilings with ceiling fans throughout, upgraded kitchen cabinetry, granite kitchen countertops, kitchen breakfast bar and stainless-steel kitchen appliances. The large primary bedroom suite offers sliding glass patio doors that access the backyard and an en-suite bathroom with dual sink vanity, walk-in shower and walk-in closet. The oversize garage is both drywalled and insulated, with an epoxy floor. Both the front and back yards feature low maintenance desert-scape landscaping, with all-seasons alumawood type patio cover. Sun City Shadow Hills offers two 18-hole golf courses, 2 clubhouses, 3 community pools, 2 fitness centers, pickleball, tennis and bocce ball courts, 2 dog parks and 40+ clubs to enjoy year-round. This community is regarded as one of the very best in the Desert! 

MLS# 219089923 | Listed at $399,000 | Details, photos, floor plan & video & virtual tours at: http://www.39145caminonovena.com

The Briggs Group | Coldwell Banker Realty / Laurie Briggs – DRE# 01896117 / Tim Briggs – DRE# 01898254 / Coldwell Banker – DRE# 00616212

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OPEN HOUSE: Remodeled Indian Wells Los Lagos Desert Retreat | Sunday February 26th from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM | 44017 Erie Court, Indian Wells 

Come out this Sunday afternoon to see this remodeled Mediterranean-style Indian Wells home, designed by renowned Architect Barry Berkus and located in the desirable gated Indian Wells Los Lagos community. The end of cul-de-sac location and large side yard patio offers excellent privacy. This ''Villa'' is a true and traditional Desert Retreat, with an excellent indoor/outdoor flow, numerous niches perfect for relaxing and entertaining, light filled rooms w/ wood beamed ceilings, wood laminate flooring (in dining/living areas) and focal point lodge style fireplace in Living Room. Spacious Chef's kitchen with newer premium appliances, cabinets and granite countertops, with views overlooking the charming side yard patio. The Primary Suite features walk-in closet and spa-like bath with adjoining atrium. Off the laundry room is a home office & hobby/craft area (formerly a golf cart garage) with direct access to the Courtyard. Directly across from the home office is a detached Casita with an en-suite bathroom. The home is surrounded with lush mature landscaping, including herb & rose gardens on the north side. Enjoy entertaining in the outdoor kitchen complete with built-in grill. This home has been meticulously maintained; with upgrades such as a premium epoxied garage floor & extensive interlocking brick driveway & patios, with Alumawood covered courtyard patio area. Los Lagos offers tennis/pickleball, pools/spas and beautifully maintained common areas and lush landscaping. Truly a gem that's close to shopping and dining. Indian Wells Residents also enjoy steeply discounted Resident Golf, Fitness & Dining Rates. 

MLS# 219086732 | Listed at $679,000 | Details, photos, video & virtual tours & floor plan at: http://www.44017eriect.com

The Briggs Group | Coldwell Banker Realty / Laurie Briggs – DRE# 01896117 / Tim Briggs – DRE# 01898254 / Coldwell Banker Realty – DRE# 00616212

This remodeled Palm Valley Country Club Golf Course Sycamore condo (2,198 Sq Ft, 3 Beds, 3 Baths) with west-facing mountain and double fairway golf course views offers a luxurious and modern living experience with high-end features and amenities. It is located on one of the best streets in the community and is close to Palm Valley Country Club’s fitness club, many pools/spas, 2 golf courses, tennis and pickleball courts, dining and social activities. Inside you will find tastefully remodeled spaces with an open floor plan, modern kitchen with stylishly refinished cabinetry, Caesarstone countertops and stainless-steel appliances, Living Room fireplace, vaulted ceilings, skylights, neutral tile floors and walls. Additional upgrades include energy efficient windows with automated Hunter Douglas blinds in the kitchen, living room and office skylight and an extended and tiled west facing back patio.  The double car garage extension provides Golf Cart parking w/extra storage.

MLS# 219087060 | Now listed at $769,000 | Details, photos, virtual & video tours & floor plan at: http://www.76222sweetpea.com

The Briggs Group | Coldwell Banker Realty / Laurie Briggs – DRE# 01896117 / Tim Briggs – DRE# 01898254 / Coldwell Banker – DRE# 00616212

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Love this time of year…we’re in season so there’s lots going on in March, including the BNP Paribas Open Tennis Tournament, the PGA Champions Tour inaugural Galleri Classic, Fashion Week El Paseo, Palm Desert Food & Wine, Desert X, The Living Desert’s Glow In The Park and the Amdocs Documentary & Animation Film Festival. To help us keep track of all that’s going on, our fun-loving colleagues, Catherine, Dawn and Valori, at First American Title are back with their list of some of the many fun things to see and do here in the Coachella Valley this March. Here’s some highlights: 

First Wednesday Art Walk | Mar. 1 from 5 to 8pm | 2652 Cherokee Way, Palm Springs

Backstreet is a unique community of artists’ working studios & galleries, and businesses that provides artistic services (reprographic, restorative and framing) in Palm Springs. The community also has an amazing assortment of original art for all tastes and budgets such as paintings, ceramics, photography, mixed media, jewelry, lithography and more by locally, regionally and nationally recognized artists. For more information: www.backstreetartdistrict.com

Rock the Park | Mar. 1 from 7 to 8:30pm | Downtown Palm Springs Park

Featuring "Wanted" the music of Bon Jovi. The Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce's free outdoor concert series is coming back for a sophomore stint. For more information: https://pschamber.org/event/rock-the-park-featuring-wanted-the-music-of-bon-jovi/

Desert Circuit | Mar. 1-5, 8-12, 15-19 | Desert International Horse Park, Thermal

The Desert Circuit is eight weeks of USEF Premier-rated Hunters and 5*/6* Jumpers running from mid-January through mid-March with one week off in mid-February. The circuit draws thousands of equestrians to the premier Southern California show grounds. For more information: www.deserthorsepark.com

La Quinta Art Celebration | Mar. 2-5 from 10am to 5pm | La Quinta Civic Center

Stunning La Quinta Civic Center venue, enthusiastic art patrons, best in class artists, unsurpassed community support and event staff who are committed to providing a VIP artist experience, these are just a few of the exceptional allures of the La Quinta Art Celebration. For more information: 760-567-7555 | www.laquintaartcelebration.org

First Friday Art Walk | Mar. 3 from 5 to 8pm / Perez Art District, Cathedral City

Visitors can meander down the street, visiting artists in their studios to not only see where the art is created but to also buy art directly from the artists. Visitors will see a wide range of artistic practices including paintings, sculptures, mixed media, photography, printmaking, and ceramics. For moe information: www.facebook.com/ThePerezArtDistrict

Cathedral City LGBT Days | Mar. 3-5 | Downtown Cathedral City

As California’s first Pride event of the year, the 7th annual Cathedral City LGBT Days brings together numerous LGBT celebrities, artists, media, community leaders, Coachella Valley residents, and visitors for an unforgettable weekend of live entertainment, community engagement, and fun activities. For more information: 760-770-0396 | www.cathedralcitylgbtdays.com

El Paseo Cruise Nights | Mar. 3 & 17 from 2 to 5pm | The Gardens on El Paseo, Palm Desert

If cars are your thing, get the car out of the garage, load up the family & join in the fun. For more information: 760-346-8965 | www.elpaseocruisenight.com

Coachella Valley Wildflower Festival | Mar. 4 from 9am to 4pm | Palm Desert Civic Center Park

There will be a gathering together in Palm Desert on March 4th. There are fun virtual options as well, The organizers  have once again planned the festival to be even more accessible to everyone wanting to Connect to the Land. This FREE event celebrates wellness, recreation, safety and the outdoors. Featuring local artists and exhibitors, a kids’ zone, beer & wine garden with live music, food & beverages for purchase, raffles and much, much more! For more information: www.desertmountains.org

Desert X | Mar. 4 to May 7 | Palm Desert and Surrounding Cities

Desert X is an exhibition conceptualized as a self-guided outdoor experience where you determine the start and end point of your journey. You can make a day of it to visit each site or visit as many sites as you choose – it’s all up to you. For more information: www.desertx.org

Sunnylands Series: Music in the Gardens | Mar. 5, 12, 19 & 26 from 11am to 1pm | Sunnylands, Rancho Mirage

The public is invited to stroll in the gardens or bring a lawn chair and have a picnic on the Great Lawn while enjoying a live musical performance. A different musical act each week according to the current schedule: March 5: The Louie Bluies | March 12: Dave Blackburn & Robin Adler-Sunday | March 19: The Lentones | March 26: Greg Jones Presents "A Tribute to Genius": The Music of Ray Charles. For more information: 760-202-2222 | https://sunnylands.org/event/music-in-the-gardens-the-louie-bluies-2/

Desert Town Hall: Mike Pompeo | Mar. 6 at 6pm | Renaissance Esmeralda Resort and Spa, Indian Wells

The Coachella Valley’s premier lecture series, Desert Town Hall, presented by the H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation, is proud to present Mike Pompeo, the first person to have held both positions as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and as Secretary of State. For more information: 760-610-2852 | www.deserttownhall.org

BNP Paribas Open | Mar. 6-19 | Indian Wells Tennis Garden

Welcome to Rafael Nadal, Daniil Medvedev, reigning BNP Paribas Open champions Taylor Fritz and Iga Swiatek and more. Each year, the Coachella Valley becomes the epicenter of the tennis universe as the world’s top ATP Tour and WTA Tour players descend on Tennis Paradise in hopes of capturing the prestigious BNP Paribas Open title. For more information: 760-200-8400 | www.bnpparibasopen.com

Mission LQ: Rocket Launch | Mar. 11 from 8 to 10am | Monticello Park, La Quinta

Mission LQ is a launchpad for beginners to seasoned rocketeers to learn, model, and launch small power rockets. There will be instruction from La Quinta Rocketry Club leaders to provide a safe and controlled environment. Get ready to launch your rocket into the La Quinta skies! For more information: 760-777-7093 | https://www.laquintaca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/15291/

Water Lantern Festival | Mar. 11 from 3 to 7pm | Civic Center Park, Palm Desert

Magical nights in cities across the U.S. include food, games, activities, vendors, music and the beauty of thousands of lanterns adorned with letters of love, hope and dreams reflected upon the water. For more information: 435-535-1195 | www.WaterLanternFestival.com

The Desert Underground | Mar. 11 from 5:30 to 9:30pm | Imago Galleries, Palm Desert

Join Make-A-Wish at The Desert Underground, a speakeasy featuring exotic cocktails, secret passwords, and entertaining music at the beautiful Imago Galleries in Palm Desert. In addition to experiencing multiple secret bars, guests will also be treated to heartwarming wish stories and an exclusive auction to help create-life changing wishes. For more information: https://aesbid.co/ELP/DESERT23

Palm Springs Chalk Art Festival | Mar. 18 from 7am to 5pm | Downtown Palm Springs

Professional artists from across Southern California and students from the Palm Springs Unified School District, Desert Sands Unified School District and the Coachella Valley School District, compete for cash prizes and student honor awards. For more information: www.palmspringschalkartfestival.com

Art on Main Street | Mar. 22 & 25 from 10am to 4pm | Main Street, Old Town La Quinta

Features over 100 artists each season showing and selling their paintings, jewelry, mixed media, photography, ceramics, glass, woodwork, textiles, sculptures and more. The shows are a local favorite and an Old Town tradition. They are set amidst Main Street’s charming cafes and boutiques. For more information: 760-600-0758 | www.oldtownlaquinta.com

Fashion Week: El Paseo | Mar. 17-23 | The Gardens on El Paseo, Palm Desert

This world-class event provides an inspiring, immersive fashion experience and features cocktail receptions, trunk shows, celebrity meet-and-greets, and much more. Highlighting fashion trends and showcasing a who’s-who of the country’s top design talents (including some stars of tomorrow), Fashion Week El Paseo takes one of the world’s most relatable art forms and brings it to you in style. For more information: 760-862-1990 | www.fashionweekelpaseo.com

Glow in the Park | Mar. 17-Apr. 30 from 6:30 to 10pm | The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens, Palm Desert

Presented by Acrisure Arena, this extraordinary nighttime event is fun for all ages and features intricate, immersive, and truly awe-inspiring animal and nature-scape lantern creations representing wild places from around the globe. Come explore the lighted pathways, immersive photo-opportunities, and see The Living Desert in a whole new light. For more information: 760-346-5694 | www.livingdesert.org

Star Party in the Mountains | Mar. 18 from 7 to 10pm | Sawmill Trailhead Parking Lot, Pinon Flats

Join members of the Astronomical Society of the Desert for fun “sky tours” and direct observations of the night sky through telescopes and binoculars. This is a family event. Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian. For more information: 760-568-9918 | www.desertmountains.org

Desert Mountains Art Faire | Mar. 18 from 9am to 3:30pm | Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center, Palm Desert

Mediums may include photography, paintings, ceramics, hand painted silks, and more. Support local artists and find beautiful and unique gifts and desert mementos, all while enjoying the natural beauty of our desert mountains! For more information: 760-862-9984 | www.desertmountains.org

Concerts in the Park | Mar. 18 from 6:30 to 8:30pm | SilverRock Park, La Quinta

The musical guest this month is The BEATUNES, a Beatles tribute band! There will be food truck vendors on site, however attendees are welcome to bring low back chairs, food, and non-alcoholic beverages. For more information: 760-777-7093 | www.laquintaca.gov

The Galleri Classic | Mar. 20-26 | Mission Hills Country Club, Rancho Mirage

The Galleri Classic will feature 78 PGA TOUR Champions professionals, including World Golf Hall of Fame members, who will play 54 holes of stroke play for a purse of $2.2 million. The Galleri Classic will be the latest addition to the PGA TOUR Champions schedule and will benefit cancer-related causes. For more information: 760-324-9400 | https://www.pgatour.com/pgatour-champions/tournaments/2023/the-galleri-classic/S2023056

Palm Desert Food & Wine | Mar. 24-26 | The Gardens on El Paseo, Palm Desert

A 3-day experience that will feature a diverse selection of mouth-watering eats, premium wines, hands-on cooking demonstrations by celebrity chefs, and much more. For more information: 760-862-1990 | www.palmdesertfoodandwine.com

AmDocs Film Festival | Mar. 30-Apr. 3 from 10am to 10pm | Various Locations in Palm Springs

Founder Teddy Grouya sought to create a forum to celebrate and promote documentary film, and the independent filmmakers around the world who bring knowledge and awareness through their stories about real people and issues. For more information: www.amdocfilmfest.com

VillageFest | Every Thursday from 6 to 10pm | Palm Canyon Drive

Downtown Palm Springs transforms into a diverse array of artists, artisans, entertainers, and purveyors of fresh fruits and veggies, flowers, jewelry, snacks and sweets. Add all that to the great shops, restaurants, clubs, and entertainment venues located along World Famous Palm Canyon Drive – and the result is one of Southern California’s most popular weekly events: VillageFest! For more information: 760-320-3781 | www.villagefest.org

The In-Flight Experience | Every Saturday from 5 to 7:30pm | PS Air Bar, Palm Springs

Great Music, Fine Food, Classy Cocktails, and First Class Service. Live music by Nouveau with Desera & Eddie. For more information: 760-327-7701 | www.psairbar.com/events

College of the Desert Street Fair | Every Saturday & Sunday from 8am to 2pm | 43500 Monterey Ave., Palm Desert

With merchandise and services for all ages and any budget, the Street Fair offers more than 300 merchants, artists, a farmer’s market, live entertainment, gourmet food and more. For more information: 760-636-7957 | http://codaastreetfair.com

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OPEN HOUSE: Remodeled Indian Wells Los Lagos Desert Retreat | WHEN: Sunday February 19th from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM | WHERE: 44017 Erie Court, Indian Wells

Come see this remodeled Mediterranean-style Indian Wells home, designed by renowned Architect Barry Berkus and located in the desirable gated Indian Wells Los Lagos community. The end of cul-de-sac location and large side yard patio offers excellent privacy. This ''Villa'' is a true and traditional Desert Retreat, with an excellent indoor/outdoor flow, numerous niches perfect for relaxing and entertaining, light filled rooms w/ wood beamed ceilings, wood laminate flooring (in dining/living areas) and focal point lodge style fireplace in Living Room. Spacious Chef's kitchen with newer premium appliances, cabinets and granite countertops, with views overlooking the charming side yard patio. The Primary Suite features walk-in closet and spa-like bath with adjoining atrium. Off the laundry room is a home office & hobby/craft area (formerly a golf cart garage) with direct access to the Courtyard. Directly across from the home office is a detached Casita with an en-suite bathroom. The home is surrounded with lush mature landscaping, including herb & rose gardens on the north side. Enjoy entertaining in the outdoor kitchen complete with built-in grill. This home has been meticulously maintained; with upgrades such as a premium epoxied garage floor & extensive interlocking brick driveway & patios, with Alumawood covered courtyard patio area. Los Lagos offers tennis/pickleball, pools/spas and beautifully maintained common areas and lush landscaping. Truly a gem that's close to shopping and dining. Indian Wells Residents also enjoy steeply discounted Resident Golf, Fitness & Dining Rates. 

MLS# 219086732 | Listed at $679,000 | Details, photos, video & virtual tours & floor plan at: http://www.44017eriect.com

The Briggs Group | Coldwell Banker Realty / Laurie Briggs – DRE# 01896117 / Tim Briggs – DRE# 01898254 / Coldwell Banker Realty – DRE# 00616212

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This striking home is located inside Rancho Mirage’s guard-gated Mira Vista community. Built by Toll Brothers, this spectacular 4,057 square feet, 3 bedroom + office, 4 bathroom home overlooks the first fairway of the Mission Hills North Gary Player Course. Inside, a large round foyer leads to an expansive great room, combining living room, circular conversation area, dining room, kitchen and  breakfast nook. The living room features a wet bar with designer tile front and stone faced gas fireplace. The kitchen has newer stylish cabinetry, stone counter tops and backsplash, a built-in stainless-steel refrigerator and a center island with eating bar. The primary bedroom suite offers a large bedroom and sitting area with golf course views, a large dressing area, double walk-in closets, a spa tub and roman shower. The home also provides an oversized home office (that could easily be converted to a fourth bedroom) and media room. The front exterior of the home has great curb appeal with the stacked stone façade, a long driveway and both double and single car garages with newer wood-look garage doors. The rear yard is perfect for relaxed outdoor desert living with an expansive covered patio with built-in gas heaters, a misting system, a pebble-finish pool & spa backed by a stacked stone privacy wall, and stunning golf course and mountain views. This home also comes with a money saving pre-paid solar system. Mira Vista's low HOA dues include a heated community pool & spa, tennis and pickle ball courts, cable tv and internet and guard gated security. In addition, residents are eligible for a Rancho Mirage Resident Card, offering discounted greens fees at the Mission Hills North Gary Player Course, Rancho Las Palmas Country Club and Desert Island Golf & Country Club.

MLS# 219082704 | Now listed at $1,675,000 | Details, photos, video & virtual tours & floor plan at: http://www.45vistaencantada.com 

The Briggs Group | Coldwell Banker Realty / Laurie Briggs - DRE# 01896117 / Tim Briggs – DRE# 01898254 / Coldwell Banker Realty – DRE# 00616212

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Here’s your chance to experience Mid-Century Design, updated for Modern Living in South Palm Desert! Inviting curb appeal for one of the finest meticulous homes you'll find in this price range! Major remodel with huge enhancements including polished concrete flooring, contemporary kitchen with granite counters, high-end stainless appliances and custom cabinets. Bathrooms are upgraded with custom cabinets, concrete flooring and tub surround, tiled showers. Stainless steel fireplace highlights the main living area with sliders that lead out the to the outdoor oasis living area! Enter into Aluma Wood covered entertainment patio area, with misting system, leading to the private backyard with open lawn and desert-scape. Newer sparkling Pebble-tech pool/salt water system with entertainment bar, misting system, outdoor speakers & gorgeous up-lighting to enhance your beautiful desert evenings! So many upgrades...located just moments from El Paseo with all of the finest shopping and dining that the valley has to offer

MLS# 219087779 | Now offered for long term lease at $3,200 per month | Details & Photos at: https://www.coldwellbankerhomes.com/ca/palm-desert/74534-peppertree-dr/pid_50858369/

THE BRIGGS GROUP | COLDWELL BANKER REALTY / Laurie Briggs DRE# 01896117 / Tim Briggs DRE# 01898254 / Coldwell Banker Realty DRE# 00616212

OPEN HOUSE: Remodeled Indian Wells Los Lagos Desert Retreat | WHEN: Friday February 10th from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM | WHERE: 44017 Erie Court, Indian Wells 

Come see this remodeled Mediterranean-style Indian Wells home, designed by renowned Architect Barry Berkus and located in the gated Indian Wells Los Lagos community. The end of cul-de-sac location and large side yard patio offers excellent privacy. This ''Villa'' is a true and traditional Desert Retreat, with an excellent indoor/outdoor flow, numerous niches perfect for relaxing and entertaining, light filled rooms w/ wood beamed ceilings, wood laminate flooring (in dining/living areas) and focal point lodge style fireplace in Living Room. Spacious Chef's kitchen with newer premium appliances, cabinets and granite countertops, with views overlooking the charming side yard patio. The Primary Suite features walk-in closet and spa-like bath with adjoining atrium. Off the laundry room is a home office & hobby/craft area (formerly a golf cart garage) with direct access to the Courtyard. Directly across from the home office is a detached Casita with an en-suite bathroom. The home is surrounded with lush mature landscaping, including herb & rose gardens on the north side. Enjoy entertaining in the outdoor kitchen complete with built-in grill. This home has been meticulously maintained; with upgrades such as a premium epoxied garage floor & extensive interlocking brick driveway & patios, with Alumawood covered courtyard patio area. Los Lagos offers tennis/pickleball, pools/spas and beautifully maintained common areas and lush landscaping. Truly a gem that's close to shopping and dining. Indian Wells Residents also enjoy steeply discounted Resident Golf, Fitness & Dining Rates. 

MLS# 219086732 | Listed at $679,000 | Details, photos, video & virtual tours & floor plan at: http://www.44017eriect.com

The Briggs Group | Coldwell Banker Realty || Laurie Briggs – DRE# 01896117 || Tim Briggs – DRE# 01898254 || Coldwell Banker Realty – DRE# 00616212