Riverside Homes with Desert View

Welcome to Riverside County, California—a stunning region that beautifully marries urban convenience with the breathtaking allure of nature. Nestled in the heart of Southern California, Riverside County is renowned for its diverse landscapes, vibrant communities, and rich cultural heritage. Whether you’re drawn to the bustling city life of Riverside, the serene beauty of the surrounding deserts, or the picturesque mountains, this county offers something for everyone.

One of the most enchanting features of Riverside County is its homes with spectacular desert views. Imagine waking up each morning to the sun rising over the expansive desert landscape, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink. These homes are designed to maximize the stunning vistas, often featuring large windows and outdoor spaces that allow residents to fully embrace their natural surroundings. The tranquil atmosphere of the desert provides a perfect backdrop for relaxation and outdoor activities, making it an ideal setting for families, retirees, and everyone in between.

In addition to the stunning views, Riverside County boasts a variety of amenities, including top-rated schools, vibrant shopping districts, and a rich array of recreational opportunities. From hiking the scenic trails of the San Jacinto Mountains to exploring the cultural treasures of downtown Riverside, there’s never a dull moment.

Whether you're searching for a cozy retreat or a spacious family home, Riverside County's desert view properties offer a unique blend of beauty, comfort, and lifestyle. Come discover your dream home in this breathtaking region where the desert meets the vibrant heart of California.

Newest Riverside Homes with Desert View

$839,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 219152600DA MLS ⋅ Active Status

Contemporary 2 bed + den / 3 bath (1,775 sq. ft) home located in ''The District''. This upscale gated community is perfectly situated on the border of Palm Springs & Cathedral City. Popular Soho floor plan with spacious primary suite. Spectacular and unobstructed West/Southwest Mountain Views. Corner lot location, without a doubt the best in the community. Built in 2017 by local award-winning builder GHA. These 47 contemporary homes offer an unparalleled blend of privacy and luxury. Exceptional double mountain views with private pool and spa. Open concept design with high ceilings and abundance of windows flood the space with natural light, creating an airy and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy a spa-like shower and an oversized wardrobe closet. Mature planting and gardens provide a wonderful area to entertain family and friends or spend quiet alone time. Expansive 2-car garage with plenty of storage space. Large kitchen island, custom window treatments, tankless water-heater, recessed lighting and new carpet. Community offers additional luxury with a spa, pool, outdoor showers, BBQ area, and two lovely parks one of which is a designated dog park. Close to Trader Joes and Starbucks. Low monthly HOA fees on fee simple land (you own). The District offers the best of desert living with easy access to top dining, shopping, entertainment and 10-min drive to Downtown Palm Springs. Call listing agent (760) 413-6595 for viewing appointment at 67575 Portland Rd or additional questions.

67575 Portland Road, Cathedral City

$599,000

219152591PS MLS ⋅ Active Status

Perched high within Desert Palisades, one of Palm Springs' most architecturally significant hillside communities, Lot 67 presents a rare opportunity to create an exceptional modern desert residence - with much of the critical groundwork already completed. Now offered at $599,000, this 0.52-acre homesite includes an extensive architectural package with Palm Springs Architectural Review Committee (ARC) and HOA approvals, providing a substantial head start toward construction. The approved plans envision a striking approximately 3,280-square-foot modern residence with three bedrooms, a four-car garage, resort-style pool, and an additional 332-square-foot ADU. Preliminary grading and landscape plans, a formal HOA approval letter, and completed hydrology study further enhance the property's development readiness. Gently sloping with a desirable northeast-facing orientation, the homesite captures expansive, unobstructed views across the Coachella Valley toward the distant mountain ranges surrounding Joshua Tree National Park. The elevated setting offers exceptional privacy while maintaining the dramatic desert and mountain vistas that define Desert Palisades. Celebrated for its bold architectural vision, Desert Palisades brings together Mid-Century Modern influence and contemporary design against the striking backdrop of the San Jacinto Mountains. Generously spaced parcels preserve privacy, view corridors, and a sense of openness rarely found in newer luxury communities. City sewer, water, and power are already stubbed to the site, further distinguishing Lot 67 as one of the most compelling luxury building opportunities currently available in Desert Palisades. With newly completed residences in the community reaching multi-million-dollar values, this is an opportunity to secure a premier Palm Springs homesite and move significantly closer to realizing an architecturally distinctive desert retreat.

1961 Vista Palizada Drive, Palm Springs

$235,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 219152588DA MLS ⋅ Active Status

Introducing a delightful 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo nestled inBermuda Dunes. This charming SECOND-STORY unit offers aperfect blend of modern comfort and tranquil living. Thisbeautifully designed space features CENTRAL HEATING ANDAIR, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, and QUARTZCOUNTERTOPS.Unwind on your PRIVATE COVERED BALCONY. Thecommunity amenities are unbeatable, with TENNIS COURTS,POOLS, and SPAS at your fingertips--ideal for both recreationand relaxation.Inside, NEWER LAMINATE WOOD FLOORING adds a stylishtouch while ensuring easy maintenance. Plus, Don't miss out on this centrally located gem! Experience thelifestyle you've always dreamed of in Bermuda Dunes. Scheduleyour viewing today!For a complete listing of our available properties, Restrictions Apply.AMENITIES Stainless Appliances Quartz Counter Tops Community Tennis Courts Two Assigned ParkingSpaces Central Heat & Air Centrally Located Community Pools & Spas Private Covered Balcony Second Story Unit LVP Flooring

78650 Avenue 42 Unit 1606, Indio

$514,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 219152575DA MLS ⋅ Active Status

Come see what makes Upper La Quinta Cove so special! This beautifully updated home offers unobstructed west-facing mountain views, standout curb appeal, and a warm, welcoming feel from the moment you arrive. The 2024 remodel includes quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, new cabinetry, flooring, and baseboards, new windows, fresh interior paint, and beautifully refreshed bathrooms.The spacious primary suite offers a private retreat. The bright living room feels open and inviting, with recessed lighting and a white brick fireplace that adds warmth and character. A large sliding glass door brings in plenty of natural light, frames the mountain views, and opens directly to the backyard for easy indoor-outdoor living.Outside, nearly $6,000 was invested in beautifully designed desert landscaping. Bright decorative rock, natural boulders, agaves, barrel cacti, desert trees, and landscape lighting create an eye-catching look that was thoughtfully designed to be low-maintenance. The private walled courtyard adds privacy, while the backyard is ready for relaxing or entertaining under the desert sky.You are just blocks from Bear Creek Trail, Boo Hoff Trail, Cove to Lake Trail, and the reopened Fritz Burns Park. Old Town La Quinta, dining, boutiques, the farmers market, the award-winning La Quinta Art Celebration, world-famous music festivals, and The American Express golf tournament are all just minutes away. No monthly HOA, and located in the lower-cost IID electric district. Great updates, gorgeous surroundings, and a price that makes this home worth seeing!Some listing images include AI-generated furnishings or digital enhancements and are provided to help buyers imagine the possibilities.

77777 Calle Arroba, La Quinta

$855,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26986937 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Beyond the gates of prestigious Monterey Country Club, this gorgeously renovated 300-plan residence delivers sophisticated desert living with sweeping fairway and mountain views. One of the community's most desirable and spacious floor plans, this home features a grand primary suite, a stylish guest bedroom, and a generously sized office, den, or studio, creating the versatility of a three-bedroom retreat. The residence has been meticulously reconstructed with exceptional craftsmanship, including gallery-smooth Level 5 drywall, professionally sprayed Dunn-Edwards paint, DecoGlo enamel trim, wide-plank white oak luxury vinyl flooring, and dimmable recessed LED lighting. The open-concept interior showcases a stunning Nicholas Lawson design blending architectural minimalism with contemporary warmth. A gas fireplace with a fluted-tile surround anchors the great room, while a custom double-niche white oak wet bar makes entertaining effortless. The beautifully designed kitchen features white oak cabinetry with birch boxes, soft-close hardware, quartz countertops with a dramatic waterfall edge, a marble backsplash, and a premium Bosch appliance suite. The primary suite channels boutique-hotel comfort with acoustic wood wall paneling, alabaster pendants, and a spectacular 104-inch curbless walk-in shower with dual faucets and a floating bench. The guest bathroom is equally impressive, featuring limestone-wrapped walls and an oversized curbless rain shower. Outside, the resurfaced patio offers a polished porcelain cocktail bar and a contemporary privacy wall, all overlooking the club's iconic fairways and mountain backdrop. It is an ideal setting for morning coffee, sunset cocktails, and effortless indoor-outdoor entertaining. Additional upgrades include whole-home wired surround sound, a smart thermostat, a freshly serviced HVAC system, a new Bradford White water heater, and an epoxy-coated garage with a secondary French-door refrigerator. Monterey Country Club offers 27 holes of championship golf, premier tennis and pickleball facilities, and 37 community pools. This is also one of the few remaining residences offered with the coveted Lifestyle Membership. With short-term rentals permitted, the property offers an exceptional opportunity as a full-time residence, desert getaway, or income-producing retreat, all just minutes from El Paseo's celebrated shopping and dining. The seller has rolled out the red carpet with a 2-year Fidelity Home Warranty and a seller-paid buyer escrow fee. Schedule your private showing and experience this remarkable reinvention of Monterey Country Club living.

320 S Sierra Madre, Palm Desert

$477,880

219152554DA MLS ⋅ Active Status

Positioned at the first main offramp entering California from the westbound I-10 Freeway, this unique commercial opportunity offers unmatched visibility and access. Near an established hotel, this spacious lot-- approximately 1.10 acres -- is ready to host your next business venture. With utilities available and General Commercial zoning in place, this parcel is primed for development.Capture the constant flow of traffic from one of the busiest interstate routes in the country. This is the last major stop before crossing into Arizona, making it a strategic location for retail, dining, or service-based businesses. Drivers can spot your signage directly from the freeway, and convenient access ensures you're not just seen--you're reached.

1.10 Acres E Donlon Street, Blythe

$391,344

219152553DA MLS ⋅ Active Status

Positioned at the first main offramp entering California from the westbound I-10 Freeway, this unique commercial opportunity offers unmatched visibility and access. Near an established hotel, this spacious lot-- approximately 1.12 acres -- is ready to host your next business venture. With utilities available and General Commercial zoning in place, this parcel is primed for development.Capture the constant flow of traffic from one of the busiest interstate routes in the country. This is the last major stop before crossing into Arizona, making it a strategic location for retail, dining, or service-based businesses. Drivers can spot your signage directly from the freeway, and convenient access ensures you're not just seen--you're reached.

1.12 Acres E Donlon Street, Blythe

$39,900

26986847PS MLS ⋅ Active Status

Discover an exceptional opportunity to custom-build your vision of Home in one of Desert Hot Springs' quietly emerging residential pockets. This 6970 Square Feet Vacant Land Lot offers a generous canvas for a future Single Family Residence, investment build, or longterm hold investment in a location surrounded by natural beauty, open skies, and steady community growth. This Vacant Land Lot offers an excellent opportunity for a future residential build in an open neighborhood of Desert Hot Springs. The Lot's dimensions and location make it suitable for a variety of residential design concepts. Located on Avenida Mirola (next door to 16700 Aveninda MIrola), the parcel features a 61 Foot frontage along a publicly maintained asphalt road, providing straightforward access for construction, utilities, and everyday use. The Lot is unimproved and ready to build, with all major utilities located nearby in the street or at the rear Lot line. The area is serviced by propane rather than natural gas, making it ideal for buyers seeking flexible energy options, and homes in the vicinity have taken advantage of improvement PACE Loans to maximize efficiency and utility usage. The surrounding neighborhood includes a mix of established homes and open land, offering both privacy and long term development potential. The level terrain is typical of the area, and this parcel provides a straightforward path for a buyer or builder ready to create a custom home in one of the Coachella Valley's steadily expanding communities. Positioned near Bubbling Wells Road and Dillon Road, the property benefits from convenient access to main Desert Hot Springs corridors while maintaining a peaceful residential setting. A built Single Family Residence sits directly to the south of the Lot, while other nearby parcels remain undeveloped, creating a sense of openness and future growth opportunity. Whether for personal use, investment, or future development, this Lot offers a practical and accessible foundation for a new build in Desert Hot Springs. The Lot is unimproved and ready to build, offering a clean slate for modern desert architecture, a cozy retreat, or a fulltime residence that places you minutes from key Desert Hot Springs corridors, local services, and access routes to Palm Springs, Joshua Tree, and the wider Coachella Valley. Whether you're a homeowner ready to design a custom desert escape or an investor seeking a well-located Lot in a growing community, this property delivers accessibility, potential, and long term value. Create your future in Desert Hot Springs where open land meets opportunity today!

Avenida Mirola, Desert Hot Springs

$396,954

219152552DA MLS ⋅ Active Status

Positioned at the first main offramp entering California from the westbound I-10 Freeway, this unique commercial opportunity offers unmatched visibility and access. Near an established hotel, this spacious lot-- approximately 1.01 acres -- is ready to host your next business venture. With utilities available and General Commercial zoning in place, this parcel is primed for development.Capture the constant flow of traffic from one of the busiest interstate routes in the country. This is the last major stop before crossing into Arizona, making it a strategic location for retail, dining, or service-based businesses. Drivers can spot your signage directly from the freeway, and convenient access ensures you're not just seen--you're reached.

1.01 Acres E Donlon Street, Blythe

$460,485

219152550DA MLS ⋅ Active Status

Positioned at the first main offramp entering California from the westbound I-10 Freeway, this unique commercial opportunity offers unmatched visibility and access. Near an established hotel, this spacious lot-- approximately 1.17 acres -- is ready to host your next business venture. With utilities available and General Commercial zoning in place, this parcel is primed for development.Capture the constant flow of traffic from one of the busiest interstate routes in the country. This is the last major stop before crossing into Arizona, making it a strategic location for retail, dining, or service-based businesses. Drivers can spot your signage directly from the freeway, and convenient access ensures you're not just seen--you're reached.

1.17 Acres E Donlon Street, Blythe

$377,824

219152549DA MLS ⋅ Active Status

Positioned at the first main offramp entering California from the westbound I-10 Freeway, this unique commercial opportunity offers unmatched visibility and access. Near an established hotel, this spacious lot-- approximately 1.08 acres -- is ready to host your next business venture. With utilities available and General Commercial zoning in place, this parcel is primed for development.Capture the constant flow of traffic from one of the busiest interstate routes in the country. This is the last major stop before crossing into Arizona, making it a strategic location for retail, dining, or service-based businesses. Drivers can spot your signage directly from the freeway, and convenient access ensures you're not just seen--you're reached.

1.08 Acres E Donlon Street, Blythe

$325,232

219152548DA MLS ⋅ Active Status

Positioned at the first main offramp entering California from the westbound I-10 Freeway, this unique commercial opportunity offers unmatched visibility and access. Near an established hotel, this spacious lot-- approximately 0.93 acres -- is ready to host your next business venture. With utilities available and General Commercial zoning in place, this parcel is primed for development.Capture the constant flow of traffic from one of the busiest interstate routes in the country. This is the last major stop before crossing into Arizona, making it a strategic location for retail, dining, or service-based businesses. Drivers can spot your signage directly from the freeway, and convenient access ensures you're not just seen--you're reached.

0.93 Acres E Donlon Street, Blythe

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