5 California Homes, from Desert Golf Views to West Adams

Within a gated Palm Desert setting, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence opens directly to sweeping views across Avondale Golf Course, taking in the 16th, 17th, and 18th holes and the remodeled clubhouse beyond. An open living area is wrapped in wall-to-wall glass, drawing the landscape into daily life and reinforcing the home’s seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Entertaining feels effortless here, with a chef’s kitchen, dining area, and wet bar arranged for easy gathering. Thoughtful, meticulous landscaping adds to the sense of privacy throughout.

Within the gated community of Mirage Cove in Rancho Mirage, this beautifully updated Spanish Modern residence is one of the original model homes, affectionately known as the Safari House. Multiple skylights wash the open living spaces in natural light, highlighting soaring wood ceilings, built-in bookshelves, and a welcoming fireplace. The generously sized chef’s kitchen pairs KitchenAid appliances with freshly painted cabinetry, elegant quartz countertops, abundant workspace, and views to the landscaped western garden. Recent improvements continue through renovated bathrooms with new tile flooring and tiled showers, along with rich DuChteau wood flooring. The spacious primary suite includes a large walk-in closet plus an additional dressing or storage area. Outside, sustainable desert gardens with native cacti, mature trees, and desert plantings frame sweeping views of the Coachella Valley and surrounding mountains—an atmosphere long celebrated as “The Muse at Mirage Cove.”

Set on the golf course in Palm Springs’ iconic Canyon Estates, this Charles E. Du Bois–designed, single-level residence channels classic mid-century character with a considered set of modern updates. Fairway, greenbelt, and mountain views frame daily life, while expansive indoor-outdoor living invites easy transitions from morning coffee to evening gatherings. Inside, large-format porcelain flooring runs underfoot, complemented by updated lighting and electrical and custom window treatments that refine the home’s clean lines. The 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath layout is thoughtfully resolved, with the practicality of an attached two-car garage and the ease of fee-simple ownership. Outdoors, a breeze-block BBQ area adds a period-authentic touch. Beyond the front door, Canyon Estates offers 15 pools, 12 spas, tennis, pickleball, a private 9-hole par-3 golf course, clubhouse, fitness center, and beautifully maintained greenbelts.

Beyond gates at the street, this classic Spanish-style triplex sits in Los Angeles’s historic West Adams neighborhood near Jefferson Park. Up front, a side-by-side duplex offers two separate residences, each arranged with two bedrooms and one bath. Tucked behind, a detached rear home adds flexibility with two bedrooms and two baths. A grassy front yard and exotic fruit trees bring a touch of calm to the daily rhythm, while a garage adds practical convenience. The units have been beautifully maintained and upgraded, and all are currently occupied on a month-to-month basis with solid rental amounts—an appealing setup for those seeking an income-producing property in an established community. Life here feels quietly residential, with a sense of privacy from the gated frontage and a verdant welcome just beyond the sidewalk.

Set on a large, flat lot in North Glendora, this mid-century, single-level residence comes to market for the first time in nearly 50 years. A wide, expansive frontage introduces a generous entry foyer, flowing into a living room with dining area, a galley kitchen with eating area, and a family room centered around a fireplace. The primary bedroom suite includes a private bathroom and dedicated dressing areas, while three bedrooms and three bathrooms provide comfortable flexibility. Across the home, living spaces open to a large covered patio and a pool and Jacuzzi area designed for easy outdoor gatherings. Two substantial private yards offer distinct ways to live—one oriented to entertaining, the other with room for a kids’ play yard, a sports court, and potential for a future ADU. Central air and heat, a storage room, and a carport round out a property built for breathing room and possibility.