Sun City Palm Desert - Palm Desert, CA

Del Webb's Sun City Palm Desert is a resort-style 55+ community in Palm Desert, California. This nearly 5,000-home community is the ideal retreat for active adults who want a community in Coachella Valley that offers a world-class lineup of amenities that include three clubhouses and two 18-hole championship golf courses.

Sun City Palm Desert is a masterfully crafted community that was the result of many years of careful planning. The knowledge and experience Del Webb acquired while building their popular Sun City brands across Arizona in the 1970s and 80s led to a home-run with the opening of Sun City Palm Desert.

Homebuyers often choose Sun City Palm Desert for its variety of floor plans, well-manicured landscaping, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, craft studios, stimulating intellectual activities and a multitude of recreational opportunities.

Active adults looking for homes for sale in Palm Desert, CA will enjoy what Sun City Palm Desert has to offer. 

Sun City Palm Desert Amenities

Spanning 1,600 meticulously planned acres, Sun City Palm Desert features three clubhouses that offer thoughtfully designed appointed amenities that have set the standard for active adult living in the region.

The Mountain View Clubhouse 

The Mountain View Clubhouse is spread across two buildings for a combined size of 77,828 square feet. Indoor amenities in this clubhouse include a fitness center, an indoor lap pool, a full-service post office, a computer lab, arts and crafts rooms, a  ballroom, and several meeting rooms. The clubhouse is also home to two dining different options, Papa Dan's and The Daily Grind. 

Residents can also enjoy an outdoor pool and spa or break a sweat on one of nine tennis or eight pickleball courts, all of which are lit for early morning or evening play. The Mountain View Clubhouse also houses one of our two golf pro shops where equipment and accessories can be purchased, and where a pro can be hired to hone your golfing skills. 

The Sunset View Clubhouse 

The 25,000-square-foot Sunset View Clubhouse features a library, speaker's hall, movie theater, aerobics and dance studio, card and meeting rooms, and a billiards hall. The Sunset View Clubhouse is also host to The Boulevards Restaurant, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains while serving lunch and dinner seven days a week.

Outdoors, the Sunset View clubhouse offers an additional pool, spa, and eight lighted bocce ball courts.

The Lakeview Clubhouse

The 16,000 square-foot Lakeview Clubhouse includes a fitness center, indoor walking track, and four meeting rooms. This clubhouse also features an outdoor pool and spa, as well as being surrounded by scenic ponds and waterfalls.

The two 18-hole championship golf courses at Mountain Vista Golf Club produce an exciting and memorable experience for golfers of all skill levels. Hall of Famer Billy Casper and Greg Nash designed the Santa Rosa and El Gorgonio golf courses. Both courses boast exciting layouts with cascading waterfalls and emerald green fairways adorned with flowers and towering palm trees. The grounds of Sun City Palm Desert are also home to an 18-hole putting course, two fenced dog parks, miles of walking and jogging paths, and a baseball field.

Sun City Palm Desert Homes & Real Estate

There are a wide variety of housing styles and sizes in this community to match the preferences and budgets of almost any buyer. Homebuyers can select from single-family homes, homes with casitas, and attached homes. The homes of Sun City Palm Desert range from 1,000 to 3,200 square feet. Most of the homes within the community offer one to three bedrooms, one-and-a-half to three-and-a-half bathrooms, and two-car garages.

Many homes have golf cart storage as well as magnificent golf course or greenbelt and mountain views. Some of the homes have been completely remodeled and highly upgraded with granite countertops, gourmet kitchens, and spa-like bathrooms.

Sun City Palm Desert Lifestyle

The community offers a lifestyle with a rich lineup of clubs, activities, and classes to match the interests of any physically or socially active adult.

Since opening in 1992, Sun City Palm Desert has grown into an active adult community filled with activities, culture, and clubs. There are over 80 different clubs and community interest groups that residents can join. A community activities director, monthly calendar, and monthly magazine keep the residents up to date with all of the latest news and events offered in the community.

This community features a club, activity or group for virtually every interest. Residents who want to explore other fitness regimens can try aqua Zumba, raja yoga, Tai Chi, or join the desert cyclist group. Homeowners can also meet new neighbors over a game of mahjong, poker, or billiards. It is also easy to discover a new favorite wine with wine tastings, a terrific read with the book club, or create a gift for loved ones with the quilters club. Those who enjoy creative outlets will find like-minded residents in the art club or the writers circle. From baseball to the rainbow circle, you are sure to find an activity to suit your lifestyle.

Surrounding Area

Sun City Palm Desert is nestled in the beautiful Coachella Valley, which has been a popular haven for retirees seeking warm weather and 350 days of sunshine a year. The area is home to the renowned tourist haven of Palm Springs. The Coachella Valley also offers a variety of festivals and great shopping, restaurants, and casinos.

The area also hosts a vast array of outdoor recreational opportunities. The nearby mountains are ideal for hiking, camping and horseback riding. Plus, there are over 200 golf courses in the surrounding area, making it one of the premier golf destinations in the world.

Sun City Palm Desert is centrally located next to San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles and provides endless entertainment. Residents can enjoy day trips at Lake Arrowhead, Big Bear Mountain and local beaches. The community is also conveniently located near world-class shopping, tasteful dining, and great medical facilities.