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$889,737$368 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $360,000 on May 29, 2012

188 DESERT LAKES DR

RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,417 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$890K
$808K low$971K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$360,000 · May 29, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,106 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$461,209 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$115,296
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$345,913
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$452,167
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$666,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.75 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyRIVERSIDE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1986
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Tile
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
James Earl Carter Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.7 mi
M
Palm Desert Charter Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
H
Palm Desert High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Desert Sands Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92270These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.186
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.380

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.66%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,957
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.685 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,326
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$154,489
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.70°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.7 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.68%

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How this home compares

188 Desert Lakes Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 86% of homes in Riverside County
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Riverside County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Riverside County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Rancho Mirage 92270

What homes are worth in Rancho Mirage 92270

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$264K$4.2M

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Rancho Mirage 92270.

How it measures up in Rancho Mirage 92270

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rancho Mirage 92270.

Estimated value$889,737
CheaperTypical $884,483Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$368
CheaperTypical $383Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area2,417 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,329 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 188 Desert Lakes Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRancho Mirage 92270Riverside County
Estimated valuepricier than$889,73750% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36845% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than2,417 ft²54% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac17% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than198552% of homes36% of homes

About 188 Desert Lakes Dr

How much is 188 Desert Lakes Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 188 Desert Lakes Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA is $889,737 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $808,439 to $971,034. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 188 Desert Lakes Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA last sell?

188 Desert Lakes Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA last sold on May 29, 2012 for $360,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 188 Desert Lakes Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA?

188 Desert Lakes Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,417 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 188 Desert Lakes Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA built?

188 Desert Lakes Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 188 Desert Lakes Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA?

188 Desert Lakes Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA is assigned to James Earl Carter Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Palm Desert Charter Middle School (middle), rated B+; Palm Desert High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Desert Sands Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 188 Desert Lakes Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA compare to other homes in Rancho Mirage 92270?

Among the 14,411 homes in Rancho Mirage 92270, it is worth more than 50% of them ($889,737 against a typical $884,483), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($368 against a typical $383), it is bigger than 54% of them (2,417 ft² against a typical 2,329 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1985 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Riverside County, it is worth more than 86% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 188 Desert Lakes Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 188 Desert Lakes Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA was $6,106. The county assessed it at $461,209.

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