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Amie Arbid

Realtor · Coldwell Banker Realty

DRE #01280377

A California real estate broker whose salesperson license was first issued May 11, 2000 and broker license was first issued November 1, 2005. Known for warm, approachable service and an insider’s eye for lifestyle fit.

(760) 880-2028 [email protected]

Amie’s partner

Payal Patel

Realtor · Coldwell Banker Realty

DRE #02191380

A data-driven specialist in luxury desert living, golf-cart communities, and relocation. Known for calm, strategic negotiation and deep neighborhood knowledge.

(224) 717-9423 [email protected]

Ready when you are

Book a call with Amie

A 30-minute intro call — both of us typically join, and you can share a preference when you book.

Your Complete Desert Guide

Explore the Desert

Communities, lifestyle, tools, market data, and everything you need to know about the Coachella Valley.

I’m here for…

Elegant Palm Springs mid-century home and pool

Mid-century modern, vibrant culture, walkable downtown

Indian Wells

Exclusive resort living, BNP Paribas, maximum privacy

La Quinta

Golf capital, PGA West, mountain views, Old Town village

Palm Desert Rancho Mirage Cathedral City Indio Desert Hot Springs Coachella Bermuda Dunes Neighborhoods Guide Golf Cart Map

Golf in the Desert

Golf in the Desert

120+ courses, club comparisons, PGA West insider guide

Fine Dining

El Paseo, farm-to-table, celebrity chef spots

Hiking & Adventure

Hiking & Adventure

Indian Canyons, Joshua Tree, Bump and Grind, aerial tramway

Spa & Wellness Pickleball & Tennis Tennis Golf Cart Routes Map Snowbird Guide

◇ Interactive Tools Answer a few questions, get personalized results

Desert Lifestyle Quiz

5 questions — get matched to your perfect community

Neighborhood Matchmaker

Lifestyle preferences matched to your ideal community

Golf Community Comparison

PGA West vs Bighorn vs The Citrus and more

Mortgage Calculator

Monthly payments, property taxes, HOA — the full desert picture

Investment Calculator

Cap rate, cash flow, STR vs long-term returns

What’s your desert home worth today?

✎ Reference Guides Deep-dive reading for specific needs

Medical Proximity Guide

Eisenhower, Desert Regional, urgent care by community

Golf Cart Homes in Palm Desert

Homes near golf cart legal routes — lifestyle meets convenience

Seasonal Resident Guide

Desert calendar, snowbird tips, financial planning

Neighborhoods Guide

Deep-dive into every pocket of the valley

Snowbird Buyer’s Guide

Rental strategy, seasonal costs, insider calendar

Golf Cart Routes Map

Every legal route across Palm Desert, La Quinta, and beyond

Market Report

April 2026 Data

Price trends across all communities

Snowbird Buyer's Guide

Snowbird Buyer's Guide

Communities, costs, rental strategy, insider calendar

Open Houses This Week

Open Houses This Week

Schedule, photos, and directions

Recently Sold

Our record across the valley

Desert Real Estate Blog

Desert Real Estate Blog

84 articles — neighborhoods, golf, buying guides

CB · Coldwell Banker Realty

Exclusive Report

2026 Luxury Market Map

Amie Arbid & Payal Patel

PDF Guide · 18 pages

2026 Luxury Market Map

Price bands, days-on-market, buyer leverage across all 11 communities

CB · Coldwell Banker Realty

Insider Handbook

Desert Snowbird Buyer's Guide

Amie Arbid & Payal Patel

PDF Guide · 24 pages

Desert Snowbird Buyer's Guide

Communities, seasonal costs, rental strategy, insider calendar

CB · Coldwell Banker Realty

First-Time Buyer Guide

Amie Arbid & Payal Patel

PDF Guide · 16 pages

First-Time Buyer Guide

HOAs, inspections, desert essentials for new buyers