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Mirabel vs. Desert Mountain

Single-course private (Mirabel) vs. seven-course private (Desert Mountain) — different price points, different community sizes.

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Mirabel
Desert Mountain
Tagline
Nicklaus Signature golf and old-Scottsdale charm on 700 desert acres
Seven Jack Nicklaus signature courses inside one private community
Location
North Scottsdale, AZ 85266
North Scottsdale, AZ 85262
Price range
$1.9M – $15M
$1.6M – $18M
Lot count
Golf
Club access
HOA
Our take

Mirabel fits buyers who want a tight-knit single-course club with lower initiation (~$150K) and shorter waitlists. Desert Mountain fits buyers who want maximum golf variety and the largest member roster.

Mirabel

Nicklaus Signature golf and old-Scottsdale charm on 700 desert acres

Mirabel is a refined private golf community designed around Jack Nicklaus’ Signature course and a turn-of-the-century western-ranch aesthetic. The community is known for its tight-knit member culture and walking-friendly course routing.

Location: North Scottsdale, AZ 85266
Price: $1.9M – $15M
Read the full Mirabel guide
Desert Mountain

Seven Jack Nicklaus signature courses inside one private community

Desert Mountain spans 8,000 acres in the high Sonoran Desert and is home to seven Jack Nicklaus signature courses — more than any other community in the world. Members enjoy nine restaurants, a 60,000 sq ft sports club, and 20+ miles of private hiking trails.

Location: North Scottsdale, AZ 85262
Price: $1.6M – $18M
Read the full Desert Mountain guide

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