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$925,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 219152136DA MLS Active Status
Enjoy this spectacular mountain estate comprised of five parcels for a total of 8.57-acre equestrian-friendly land in the heart of Mountain Center, just 20 minutes from South Palm Desert. Why board your horses when you can wake up with them? With no HOA, your own private well, and 5 stall horse stables, this remarkable estate offers true independence, unmatched serenity, cooler desert air, and valley-wide views. The multi-level main residence captures the essence of mountain living, featuring expansive glass windows that frame endless vistas. A chef's kitchen appointed with granite countertops, double ovens, and dual sinks is ideal for gathering and entertaining. The home offers four bedrooms, including two ensuite retreats and a guest bedroom. The fourth bedroom/apartment is located on the lower level with its own private entrance and features to a fully equipped apartment, complete with a living room, kitchenette, one bedroom, one bathroom, a mini-split system, and washer and dryer. This flexible space is ideal for multigenerational living, caretaker's quarters, or potential rental income. An expansive outdoor deck off the dining area provides the perfect setting for stargazing evenings, peaceful mornings with coffee, or lively weekends hosting family and friends. Equestrian enthusiasts will appreciate the five-stall stable with paddock, tack room, feed room, lighting, and running water, ready to welcome your horses. Additional highlights include a large detached three-car garage/workshop, a 420-foot privately owned well, and a daylight basement flex space currently used as a gym. The upper lot features a flat, graded area with electrical and water hookups supporting 4-RV parking spaces. The southern boundary is owned by Friends of the Desert Mountains, a nonprofit dedicated to conservation, education, and research, helping preserve the property's privacy and natural beauty. Adding to its uniqueness, the property was once the mountain retreat of Hollywood entertainer Red Skelton, who enlisted renowned architect Albert Frey to remodel the home. Original plans remain on file at the Palm Springs Art Museum, underscoring the home's architectural legacy. Whether you envision a self-sustaining homestead, an equestrian lifestyle, or a peaceful private escape, this is a rare opportunity with historic significance, and endless possibilities.

67079 Ribbonwood Drive, Mountain Center

$139,000
219151651DA MLS Active Status
Discover a rare opportunity to own a homesite in Royal Carrizo, an exclusive double-gated mountain community tucked just off Highway 74, approximately 10 miles from El Paseo in Palm Desert. Surrounded by dramatic desert mountains and sweeping natural vistas, this peaceful setting feels worlds away while keeping the shopping, dining and amenities of the Coachella Valley within easy reach. The seller has already invested in preliminary planning for the property, including a topographic survey, perc test, and preliminary site plans and design concepts exploring potential placement of a custom residence, garage, driveway, decking and outdoor living areas. These materials are included with the sale, giving the next owner a valuable head start in visualizing the possibilities for this unique homesite. Preliminary plans have not been submitted for approval and are provided for conceptual purposes. Royal Carrizo is known for its privacy, serenity and striking natural beauty, offering an exceptional setting to create a custom desert retreat designed around the site's unique topography and views. A dramatic natural rock outcropping and ravine add to the property's one-of-a-kind character, creating a striking connection to the rugged desert landscape and a setting that simply can't be recreated. Enjoy cooler mountain air, star-filled nights and a sense of space that is increasingly difficult to find this close to Palm Desert.

0 Lot 12 Flat Branch Road, Mountain Center

$49,500
219151527DA MLS Active Status
Opportunity to own approximately 1.81 acres of land zoned R-1-21/2 in the highly desirable Pinyon Crest community of Mountain Center. Nestled at approximately 4,000 feet in elevation, Pinyon Crest offers a peaceful mountain lifestyle with cooler temperatures, expansive natural surroundings, and beautiful mountain and Coachella Valley views.Located approximately 12 miles from Palm Desert, Pinyon Crest remains within convenient reach of the restaurants, shopping, golf, and entertainment of the Coachella Valley.This parcel is located within the Pinyon Crest Community Association (PCCA), a private mountain community known for its spacious lots, private roads, and secluded setting. The HOA provides valuable community infrastructure, including maintenance of the private roads and the community's private water system/wells, and oversees the community's Architectural Design Review standards to help preserve the character and beauty of Pinyon Crest.

Scenic Drive, Mountain Center

$599,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 219149996PS MLS Active Status
Perched high above the Coachella Valley in the historic mountain community of Pinyon Crest, this authentic 1959 mid-century residence offers a rare opportunity to own one of the area's earliest architectural homes. Built years before Frank Sinatra chose these mountains for his famed Villa Maggio retreat, the home represents the beginning of Pinyon Crest's legacy as a secluded escape for those seeking privacy, cooler temperatures, and extraordinary natural beauty.Set on approximately 2.5 private acres, the property captures sweeping, nearly 360-degree views spanning the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains, the Coachella Valley, and the surrounding high desert landscape. Just twenty minutes from El Paseo in Palm Desert, it feels remarkably removed from the pace of everyday life.Designed around the principles that define timeless mid-century architecture, the home embraces its surroundings through expansive walls of glass, oversized sliding doors, and thoughtfully positioned living spaces that invite the outdoors in. Exposed wood beam ceilings, warm natural materials, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling masonry fireplace create an atmosphere that is both striking and welcoming.Thoughtfully updated while respecting its architectural character, the interiors remain intentionally understated, allowing the home's greatest feature--the ever-changing landscape beyond every window-- to take center stage. Spacious bedrooms, open living areas, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow make the home equally suited as a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or seasonal escape.Outside, the private pool and spa overlook one of Southern California's most captivating mountain settings, where brilliant sunsets give way to star-filled skies and the silence is interrupted only by the sounds of nature.Rich in history, grounded in architecture, and surrounded by remarkable beauty, 61579 Sun Terrace is more than a home-- it's a place to slow down, reconnect, and experience a side of the desert that few ever discover.

61579 Sun Terrace, Mountain Center

$150,000
219146681DA MLS Active Status
2.85 Acre Homesite | Pinyon Crest | Valley Views | Paved Access | Utilities at LotRare opportunity to build on a 2.85-acre homesite in Pinyon Crest, featuring natural boulder outcroppings, mature pinyon trees, and a unique private canyon setting within the property. This scenic parcel offers expansive valley and night light views from the proposed building site, along with panoramic mountain views in a peaceful, elevated environment.The lot is easily accessible via paved roads leading directly to the property, providing convenience and year-round access. Utilities, including water and electricity, are available at the lot, offering a strong foundation for future development.With approximate dimensions of 165 feet wide by 727 feet deep, the parcel provides flexibility for a custom home design while maintaining privacy and maximizing view corridors. Located near the Pinyon Bowl common area and community mailbox, the homesite balances accessibility with a natural, serene setting.Positioned just off Highway 74, the property offers convenient access to El Paseo in approximately 13 minutes, along one of the most scenic drives in the Coachella Valley. Known for its sweeping mountain curves and elevated desert vistas, this route is often appreciated for its engaging driving experience and connection between the desert floor and mountain communities.Enjoy cooler summer temperatures, seasonal winter weather, and a distinct mountain-desert lifestyle, all within close proximity to Palm Desert, dining, shopping, and everyday amenities.This property presents a rare opportunity to create a custom residence in a distinctive natural setting with paved access, utilities at the lot, and panoramic views in Pinyon Crest.

Lot 16 Carrizo Road, Mountain Center

$135,000
219140798DA MLS Active Status
Exclusive 2.5 ACRE LOT located in the private Community of Pinyon Crest. This property lot is surrounded by amazing Santa Rosa National Monument & San Jacinto Mountains which overlook the Coachella valley.This particular lot sits higher up on hilltop with spectacular 360 Views from every location.*****This Beautiful land awaits a custom Home or private getaway retreat from busy city life.The Seller Has included Custom home plans with sale. (Need to be approved by HOA & also included is an Alta Land Survey with Sale). It's the perfect place to relax & be in touch with Mother Nature. So much to enjoy with 10-20 degrees cooler temperatures & sits on 4000-4300 elevation.The location offers wonderful areas for all outdoor activities including: Mtn Biking & Hiking trails that are just a few steps away.The roads are well kept during all seasons & maintained by HOA . The water is tested on a regular basis along with water access is in the street. So connection would require water meter within HOA. the HOA fees are $544.50 semi annually. Electric power & Fiber optic internet access is nearby. This 2.5 Acre property is ready for you to bring creativity & enjoy all life's best four seasons. Come & take a drive to see all the incredible views along the way! Only a 20 minute drive-up the lovely scenic Hwy 74 route from Palm Desert's finest el Paseo, & about a 35 minute drive to Idyllwild & a 1 hr drive to Temecula's best wine country! So much to enjoy, come see today!

Juniper Road Unit 27, Mountain Center

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