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Desert Highlands

Guard-gated community built entirely around Desert Highlands Golf Club, where club membership is mandatory and bundled into every home purchase. Opened 1984 as Jack Nicklaus's first Arizona design.

Golf Access

Buying a home here does not automatically guarantee golf membership unless stated below — confirm directly with each club.

Housing & Costs

Home price range
$1,500,000 – $8,000,000
HOA fee
$16,740 (monthly)
Housing types
single-family homes, custom estates

Reported figures; verify current pricing and fees directly with the community or a local agent.

What to Independently Verify

Combined club dues + HOA reported at $1,395/month is not broken into separate HOA-only and club-only figures by available sources — confirm the split directly with the club/HOA before budgeting.

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