Mountain Center (MNTC) Homes with Desert View

Mountain Center (MNTC) Homes with Desert View

Welcome to Mountain Center, California – a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Riverside County, where the serene beauty of nature meets the charm of community living. This picturesque region offers a unique blend of mountain landscapes and desert vistas, making it a perfect retreat for those seeking tranquility away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Mountain Center is strategically located just a short drive from the breathtaking San Jacinto Mountains, providing residents with easy access to a variety of outdoor activities. Whether you enjoy hiking, biking, or simply soaking in the stunning views, this area has it all. The crisp mountain air and the breathtaking desert views create a serene backdrop for your dream home.

One of the standout features of homes in Mountain Center is their remarkable desert views. Imagine waking up each morning to the golden hues of the desert sun rising over the horizon, casting a warm glow on your surroundings. Many properties in this region boast expansive windows and outdoor spaces designed to maximize these stunning vistas, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the natural beauty that surrounds you.

In addition to the breathtaking scenery, Mountain Center is known for its close-knit community and friendly atmosphere. Residents cherish the peaceful lifestyle, enjoying the perfect balance of privacy and connection with neighbors. With a variety of homes available, from cozy cabins to spacious estates, there’s something for everyone in this enchanting region.

Discover the magic of Mountain Center – where your dream home and spectacular desert views await!

Newest Mountain Center (MNTC) Homes with Desert View

60425 Santa Rosa, Mountain Center
$785,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ OC26226823 MLS ⋅ Coming Soon Status
Some homes are simply places to live. Others are an experience unlike anything else. Surrounded by breathtaking mountain views, cooler temperatures, and the peaceful beauty of Mountain Center, this custom-built residence offers architectural character, modern comforts, and distinctive indoor and outdoor living spaces. Built by its original owner, this unique home combines thoughtful design with extensive upgrades. The updated kitchen features Cambria quartz countertops with a waterfall island, cabinetry with soft-close drawers, a high-end Wolf five-burner downdraft range, double ovens, and coordinating Samsung Bespoke smart appliances, including a handleless refrigerator and matching dishwasher. Additional improvements include luxury vinyl flooring, fresh paint, updated lighting and ceiling fans, automated Hunter Douglas shades, and Ferguson fixtures. Newer mechanical improvements include a Lennox propane furnace, central evaporative cooler, and water heater. Each bedroom offers direct deck access to enjoy the mountain scenery and fresh air. One of the home's most remarkable features is its indoor koi pond with Japanese koi fish, creating a tranquil focal point. The space could potentially be transformed into an indoor garden or the pond removed for other uses, subject to feasibility and necessary approvals. Expansive outdoor koi ponds enhance the natural setting. Low-maintenance Trex decking and a quiet seating area beside the ponds provide an inviting place to relax and enjoy the surroundings. An attached suite with a separate entrance and kitchen area adds flexibility, while a detached art studio across the deck offers space for creative pursuits or hobbies. Enjoy sweeping mountain views, changing seasons, and occasional winter snowfall, all approximately 20 minutes from Palm Desert's El Paseo shopping district, restaurants, and amenities. With its custom architecture, extensive improvements, and unique water features, this property offers a distinctive mountain lifestyle just minutes from the desert below.

60425 Santa Rosa, Mountain Center
68597 Zurich Avenue, Mountain Center
$869,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ OC26221508 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Discover modern mountain living in this beautifully designed 2023-built home, situated on approximately one acre in the scenic community of Mountain Center. Conveniently located approximately 20 minutes from Palm Desert, this contemporary residence offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the tranquility of mountain living while remaining close to the shopping, dining, and amenities of the Coachella Valley. Surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery and natural beauty, the property combines newer construction, modern finishes, and a peaceful rural setting. Featuring five bedrooms, four bathrooms, an open-concept floor plan, and expansive windows that capture the surrounding landscape, the home offers a thoughtfully designed layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Clean architectural lines, oversized porcelain tile flooring, quartz countertops throughout, and contemporary finishes create a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere. A propane fireplace adds warmth and character to the living space, while dual-pane Low-E windows, two heat pump heating and cooling systems, and a concrete tile roof complement the home's modern design. Additional features include 11 seller-reported paid-off solar panels, a propane tankless water heater with a recirculation pump, and a detached three-car garage. The property also features a private well, water storage, a septic system, and residential fire sprinklers, providing infrastructure relevant to rural mountain living. A solar-powered gate opener adds convenience. Outside, the approximately one-acre parcel offers space to enjoy the surrounding mountain views, fresh air, and peaceful natural setting. With newer construction often difficult to find in Mountain Center, this property presents an exceptional opportunity to enjoy contemporary design, acreage, and modern amenities just a short drive from Palm Desert. Experience the beauty of mountain living with the conveniences of the desert nearby.

68597 Zurich Avenue, Mountain Center
7 Carrizo Road, Mountain Center
$150,000
SW26226968 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Chapman Ranchos 2.25 Acre Desert and Mountain View Parcel ~ Private Water Well! ~ Power Onsite ~ Professional Survey's completed, including 3-D topography map and Corners Clearly Marked ~ No HOA Community ~ Located directly off a Paved Road, close to HWY 74 ~ Awesome Location with milder 4 seasons climate ~ 15 minutes to El Paseo Drive in Palm Desert ~ Near world class Dining, Shopping , Entertainment and Health Care ~ Minutes to the Stagecoach, Coachella famous music venues, the BNP Paribas Tennis Open and some of the Best Golf Courses on the Planet ~ International Film Festivals and great Plays performed in the newly refurbished Plaza Theatre built in 1936 where Frank Sinatra and Bob Hope performed ~ The specific area surrounding this wonderful parcel is home to some of the Best Hiking, Mountain Biking and Rock Climbing ~ You can have it all, gorgeous view build site with most of the preliminary pre-build work completed, close proximity to city conveniences, cooler temperatures and myriads of outdoor adventures awaiting those with an adventuresome spirit ~ Parcel is located directly off the pavement and is mostly Flat and Usable, with huge potential ~ More photo's to come, including drone shots ~ Native Flora and Fauna abound, please wear appropriate hiking attire ~

7 Carrizo Road, Mountain Center
Hwy 74, Mountain Center
$325,000
SW26198022 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Totally Private 144.45 Acre Private Retreat set amongst stunning natural beauty, outstanding mountain and desert floor views, conveniently accessed directly off the Palms to Pines Scenic Highway 74, only 15 minutes up from Palm Desert ~ Perfect private area's to set up base camps for all the Coachella Events, with outstanding Hiking and Mountain Biking ~ Enjoy year round milder temperatures at an average 4,000' elevation ~ The acreage consists of 2 separate APN's allowing endless opportunities ~ There are many choice building sites, dotted with gorgeous "nature scape" including native Pinyon Pine Trees, awe inspiring rock formations and beautiful natural desert vegetation ~ The 2 conjoining parcels are almost entirely surrounded by USA Forest Service Land, just south of the Pinyon Crest Community, on the north side of the Highway ~ These parcel's of varied elevation's and terrain are know by many for being one of the best Mountain Biking, Hiking and general Outdoor Adventure and Exploration areas, perfect to set up your own base camp for family and friends ~ Dark night sky's, unpolluted by city lights, allow for unsurpassed viewing of the myriads of stars, constellations, planet's and far off galaxies ~ Close to the Coachella and Stagecoach music festival's and the many first class events hosted in the Desert Communities ~A wonderful spot on earth to secure as a Multi Family Legacy Property ~ APN # 636-100-002 & APN # 636-100-009 are to be sold together and close concurrently ~ Property is in a "good water" area, will need a well, and septic, power runs across property ~Buyer, buyer's agent to conduct their own due diligence in regard to county permits and requirements in developing said parcels ~

Hwy 74, Mountain Center
368 Palm Canyon Drive, Mountain Center
$28,000
SW26173908 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Exceptional 1 Acre View Parcel ~ Flat and usable, with lot's of "personality" ~ Easy Access ~ Gorgeous native vegetation, including Pinyon Pines ~ Views are amazing: Santa Rosa National Monument to the South, the grand San Jacinto's to the NW ~ A wonderful location: Convenient to the Desert Cities, Idyllwild, Temecula, under two hours to the coastal communities, San Diego and LA ~ Great outdoor adventure playground, plenty of room for horses and other animals, hiking and mountain biking ~ This is a "dark" community where planet, star, constellation, comet's and far off galaxies can be viewed ~ Great time to design and build your dream home just the way you want it ~ Property will need a well, power and septic before you are able to build and reside on this Super Spot ~ Fencing along back side of parcel ~ Buyer, Buyer's Agent to conduct your own "due diligence" in regards to county requirements ~

368 Palm Canyon Drive, Mountain Center
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