Craig Chorpenning, Clancy Lane Real Estate Agent and Rancho Mirage Estate Specialist
Craig Chorpenning of Desert Sotheby's International Realty lists and sells large-lot estates in the gated enclaves of Clancy Lane, including The Renaissance.
If you are looking for a Clancy Lane real estate agent in Rancho Mirage, Craig Chorpenning of Desert Sotheby's International Realty works in the gated estate enclaves along Clancy Lane. In April 2026 he listed and sold 6 Strauss Terrace, a Santa Barbara-inspired estate of more than 7,000 square feet on about 1.5 acres in The Renaissance at Clancy Lane, for $4,130,000 (Redfin, MLS record). Craig has been licensed in California since 2010 (DRE 01887862).
This page covers what makes Clancy Lane's estate neighborhoods different, a closer look at The Renaissance at Clancy Lane, Craig's featured sales, recent prices and the rules worth knowing before you buy or sell.
Why Craig Chorpenning Is a Strong Choice on Clancy Lane
Clancy Lane homes sell on land, privacy and scale as much as on finishes, and pricing them takes estate-level comparables. Craig's recent listings here include a 1.5-acre Renaissance estate, a Clancy Lane South home on 0.72 acres and a one-acre Clancy Lane South estate now on the market, and nearby he represented both the seller and the buyer on a half-acre contemporary estate. He pairs that local experience with Sotheby's International Realty's global marketing. For an owner selling a large-lot estate, or a buyer comparing enclaves, he is a strong choice.
What Makes Clancy Lane Real Estate Different
Clancy Lane is not a single club or HOA. It is a cluster of small gated enclaves and custom estate streets in central Rancho Mirage. MLS records group homes here under names such as Clancy Lane South, Clancy Estates, Rancho Clancy Estate, Revelle at Clancy Lane and The Renaissance (Redfin MLS records). Bella Clancy, a gated enclave whose entrance is off Rancho Palmeras just north of Clancy Lane, borrows the name but sits outside it. That shapes buying and selling in a few ways.
Land is part of the value. Homes that sold here in the last 12 months sat on lots with a median of about a third of an acre, and one ran past 2.5 acres (Redfin MLS records, October 2026). Two homes with similar square footage can be priced far apart because of lot size, privacy and mountain views.
Each enclave has its own rules and dues. Dues vary widely from one gate to the next. The Renaissance, with its guarded entry, lists $1,007 a month on Craig's 2026 listing (6 Strauss Terrace), while other enclaves list from about $50 to $600 a month in recent MLS records (Redfin). Buyers comparing enclaves should compare dues, gates and services side by side.
Not a golf club community. Unlike Rancho Mirage's country clubs, these enclaves are not built around a golf course. Buyers get estate living close to The River, El Paseo and Eisenhower Medical Center instead.
Small enclaves, few sales. Revelle at Clancy Lane was planned as 32 gated homes (Palm Springs Life, 2013). With so few homes, a single sale can reset values for a whole street, so recent comparables need careful reading.
Craig's featured sales here reflect these points, including a 1.5-acre Renaissance estate and a one-acre Clancy Lane South estate.
The Renaissance at Clancy Lane
The Renaissance at Clancy Lane is a guard-gated enclave of custom homes off Clancy Lane, with oversized lots and a mix of ranch, contemporary and Mediterranean architecture, and the Clancy Lane area sits close to Eisenhower Medical Center and the Rancho Mirage Public Library (Palm Springs Life, November 2013).
Estate-scale lots. Recent Renaissance sales on Strauss Terrace sat on lots of about 1.3 to 1.5 acres, with homes of roughly 5,500 to 8,000 square feet built in 2002 and 2003 (Redfin MLS records, October 2026).
Higher HOA dues for a guarded gate. MLS records list Renaissance HOA dues of $959 to $1,007 a month, and the community's MLS records note a security gate and 24-hour security.
Rare resales. Renaissance homes come to the open market only occasionally. Recent MLS sales on Strauss Terrace were $3.05 million in 2023, $3.65 million in 2025 and $4.13 million in 2026 (Redfin MLS records).
Craig's Renaissance experience. Craig listed and sold 6 Strauss Terrace in April 2026 for $4,130,000. The estate offers about 1.5 acres behind a private gated drive, more than 7,000 square feet, 15-foot beamed ceilings, a dual-island kitchen, owned solar and an attached casita in a separate wing (Redfin, MLS record). His portfolio also includes an earlier $3.42 million sale of the same estate. Craig has handled multiple sales in The Renaissance, and large-lot estates of 1 to 2 acres are a core part of his practice.
Craig Chorpenning's Sales on Clancy Lane
Craig Chorpenning lists estates and land on Clancy Lane and represents sellers and buyers across Rancho Mirage. Featured sales are below.
Featured Craig Chorpenning Sales on Clancy Lane
- 13 Clancy Lane S, Clancy Lane South, Rancho Mirage. Listed at $3,000,000. Active, listing side (represents the seller). A 4,379-square-foot estate on about one acre along the barranca, with south-facing grounds, a mountain backdrop and a gated courtyard (Redfin, MLS record).
- 6 Strauss Terrace, The Renaissance at Clancy Lane, Rancho Mirage. $4,130,000. Sold April 2026, listing side (represented the seller). A Santa Barbara-inspired estate of more than 7,000 square feet on about 1.5 acres, with an attached casita and a private gated drive (Redfin, MLS record).
- 3 Clancy Lane S, Clancy Lane South, Rancho Mirage. $2,000,000. Sold January 2025, listing side (represented the seller). A single-level home of about 4,021 square feet on a 0.72-acre lot (Redfin, MLS sale history).
More Clancy Lane Sales From Craig Chorpenning's Portfolio
- 6 Strauss Terrace, The Renaissance at Clancy Lane, Rancho Mirage. $3,420,000. An earlier sale of the same Renaissance estate.
Sales Across Rancho Mirage
- 3 Makena Lane, Rancho Mirage. $4,500,000. Sold January 2026, represented both the seller and the buyer. A 2017 contemporary estate of about 5,081 square feet on half an acre, in a gated enclave of ten custom residences, with an 80-foot great room, a 30-foot pocket door and a detached guest house (Redfin, MLS record).
- 2 Via Perugia, Bella Clancy (just north of Clancy Lane), Rancho Mirage. $540,000. Sold March 2025, listing side (represented the seller). An oversized 0.45-acre cul-de-sac homesite in a gated enclave of 20 homes, with south and west mountain views and finished lot improvements in place (Redfin, MLS record).
See more of Craig's closed sales on his past transactions page.
Meet Your Clancy Lane Estate Specialist, Craig Chorpenning
Craig's practice centers on $2 million-plus country club homes and estates in the Coachella Valley. He brings more than 10 years in real estate, has been licensed in California since September 2010 (DRE) and has more than a decade of experience with the Sotheby's International Realty brand (Craig Chorpenning, about).
His recent Rancho Mirage work shows the estate focus clearly. He listed a 1.5-acre Renaissance estate, and he represented both the seller and the buyer on a $4.5 million contemporary estate a short drive away. Clancy Lane suits that kind of practice, where each home is one of a kind and the right buyer often needs to be found rather than waited for.
Craig Chorpenning's Sales Record on Clancy Lane and Across the Valley
- 96 total sales, 25 in the last 12 months, average sale price of $1.9 million and a price range up to $6.7 million (per Zillow, as of October 14, 2026).
- $29.96 million in sales volume on 20.7 sides (per RealTrends Verified, 2025 sales data).
Awards and Recognition
- Palm Springs Life, Coachella Valley's Top Realtors of 2026: individual agents by dollar volume, 2025 sales (Palm Springs Life, April 28, 2026).
- Palm Springs Life, Coachella Valley's Top Realtors of 2025: individual agents by dollar volume, 2024 sales (Palm Springs Life, April 26, 2025).
- Palm Springs Life, The Coachella Valley's Top Realtors of 2023: independent agents by dollar volume, 2022 sales (Palm Springs Life, April 29, 2023).
- RealTrends Verified, 2025 sales data: City Ranked Agent in Indian Wells, #3 by volume and #10 by sides (RealTrends Verified). This ranking applies to Indian Wells, not Rancho Mirage.
Press Coverage
- Palm Springs Life, "Most Expensive Real Estate Sales of 2024 in Greater Palm Springs," May 14, 2025. The roundup's Palm Springs entry, an $8.15 million sale, names Craig of Desert Sotheby's International Realty as a co-listing agent (Palm Springs Life).
Clancy Lane and Rancho Mirage Client Reviews
Craig holds a 5.0 star rating across 7 reviews on Zillow. The visible reviews date from 2018 to 2021.
"Fast, accurate and very effective in negotiating all parties On the same page to get the deal done."
TopangaPark, sold a single-family home in Rancho Mirage, Zillow, March 2020. Keeping every party on track matters even more when one agent represents both sides, as Craig did on the $4.5 million Makena Lane sale.
Read more on Craig's testimonials page.
What Sets Craig Chorpenning Apart on Clancy Lane
- Renaissance estate experience. Craig listed and sold 6 Strauss Terrace in The Renaissance at Clancy Lane for $4,130,000 in April 2026 (Redfin).
- Both sides of a major sale. On 3 Makena Lane, a $4.5 million Rancho Mirage estate, he represented both the seller and the buyer in January 2026 (Redfin).
- Land and homesites. Just north of Clancy Lane, he sold a 0.45-acre Bella Clancy homesite with finished lot improvements in March 2025 (Redfin).
- Large-lot pricing. Clancy Lane lots run from about a third of an acre to more than 2.5 acres (Redfin MLS records, last 12 months), and Craig prices estates on land and privacy as well as square footage.
- Enclave-by-enclave knowledge. He can compare dues, gates and lot sizes across The Renaissance, Clancy Lane South, Clancy Estates, Revelle and the other enclaves.
- Sotheby's global marketing. Estate listings reach buyers through Sotheby's International Realty's global network of brokerages.
- Valley-wide recognition. Palm Springs Life named him to its Coachella Valley Top Realtors list in 2023, 2025 and 2026, based on individual dollar volume.
- Video tours. Craig films property tour videos for his listings, useful for out-of-area estate buyers.
About Clancy Lane and Rancho Mirage
Clancy Lane runs through central Rancho Mirage, a city of 16,999 residents at the 2020 Census and an estimated 17,876 in July 2025 (U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts). The neighborhood is close to Eisenhower Medical Center, the Rancho Mirage Public Library, The River and El Paseo. Homes in the area fall within the Desert Sands Unified School District, and Redfin lists James Earl Carter Elementary as the assigned elementary school for homes on Strauss Terrace and Clancy Lane South (Redfin). Families should confirm assignments with the district.
For more on the city, see Craig's Rancho Mirage neighborhood page.
Clancy Lane Home Prices in 2026
These figures come from Redfin's MLS sold records for single-family homes in the Clancy Lane enclaves (Clancy Lane South, Clancy Estates, Clancy Lane, Rancho Clancy Estate, Revelle at Clancy Lane and The Renaissance). Each home counts once, at its most recent sale, and some MLS listings and off-MLS sales are not included, so treat these as a guide.
- Last 12 months (October 15, 2025 to October 14, 2026): 7 home sales at a median of $2.9 million, or about $780 per square foot. Prices ranged from $2.275 million to $5.05 million, and the median lot was about a third of an acre.
- 2025: 10 home sales at a median of about $2.47 million, or about $668 per square foot.
- 2023: 11 home sales at a median of $2.6 million, or about $622 per square foot.
Prices per square foot have risen since 2023. For sellers, that supports confident pricing, but with only about 10 recorded sales a year, each comparable needs to match on lot size and enclave. For buyers, limited supply means the right estate may not come up often, so it pays to be ready. For context, the citywide median value of an owner-occupied home in Rancho Mirage was $807,200 for 2020 to 2024 (U.S. Census Bureau).
For a current value on your Clancy Lane home, request a home valuation from Craig.
Local Rules for Buying and Selling on Clancy Lane
- No short-term rentals. Since July 1, 2022, short-term rentals of 27 days or less are prohibited in every zone of Rancho Mirage, including detached casitas and pools (Rancho Mirage Municipal Code Section 17.30.270(B)). Rentals of 28 days or more are allowed (City of Rancho Mirage).
- HOA dues vary by enclave. The Renaissance lists $959 to $1,007 a month in recent MLS records, and other enclaves differ. Ask for the current figure and what it covers.
- Building on a homesite. Ask the HOA for its architectural guidelines and approval process before you buy land.
Selling or Buying With Craig Chorpenning on Clancy Lane
Selling. Craig prices Clancy Lane estates on lot size, privacy, views and enclave as well as square footage, then markets them through Sotheby's International Realty and his own video tours to reach buyers well beyond the Coachella Valley. He has listed estates and land in the area, including a Clancy Lane South estate on the market now, and can position either.
Buying. Before you write an offer, Craig helps you compare HOA dues and gate services across enclaves, check lot size and setbacks, confirm the city's rental rules, and measure the home's price per square foot against recent Clancy Lane sales.
Call Craig at (760) 777-2389, email [email protected], or request a home valuation.
Clancy Lane Real Estate FAQ
Choosing a Realtor on Clancy Lane
Who is the best Realtor for Clancy Lane in Rancho Mirage?
The right agent depends on your property, but Craig Chorpenning of Desert Sotheby's International Realty is a strong one to interview. He listed and sold 6 Strauss Terrace in The Renaissance at Clancy Lane for $4,130,000 in April 2026. That sale gives him current pricing knowledge for estate homes in the area.
Who should I hire to sell my home in The Renaissance at Clancy Lane?
Look for an agent with recent Renaissance experience and estate-level marketing. Craig Chorpenning sold a 1.5-acre Renaissance estate in 2026 and markets listings through Sotheby's International Realty. Ask every agent for their Renaissance and Clancy Lane sales by address.
Which Realtors should I interview to list a Clancy Lane estate?
Interview two or three agents with large-lot estate sales in Rancho Mirage, and include Craig Chorpenning. He represented both the seller and the buyer on 3 Makena Lane, a $4.5 million Rancho Mirage estate, in January 2026. Ask each agent how they would value your lot as well as your home.
Is Craig Chorpenning a good Realtor for buying on Clancy Lane?
Yes, Craig is a good fit for buyers comparing Clancy Lane enclaves. He knows the differences in dues, gates and lot sizes from The Renaissance to Clancy Lane South. He helps buyers check rental rules and recent comparable sales before making an offer.
How do I find a top-rated Realtor for Rancho Mirage estates?
Check reviews, recognition and recent estate sales together. Craig Chorpenning holds a 5.0 star rating on Zillow, and Palm Springs Life named him to its Coachella Valley Top Realtors list in 2023, 2025 and 2026. Ask any agent for addresses of their recent estate sales.
How experienced is Craig Chorpenning?
Craig has held a California real estate license since September 2010, according to the Department of Real Estate. Zillow shows 96 total sales for him as of October 14, 2026, with an average sale price of $1.9 million.
Selling on Clancy Lane
What is my Clancy Lane home worth in 2026?
It depends on the enclave, lot size, views and condition. Over the last 12 months, Clancy Lane area homes sold at a median of $2.9 million, or about $780 per square foot, based on Redfin MLS records. Craig Chorpenning can prepare a valuation using sales from the same enclave.
How do I sell a large-lot estate in Rancho Mirage?
Price on land and privacy as well as square footage, and market beyond the local area. Craig Chorpenning sold a Renaissance estate on about 1.5 acres in 2026 and markets his listings through Sotheby's International Realty's network. Video tours help out-of-area buyers see the scale of the property.
I inherited a home on Clancy Lane. How do I sell it?
Confirm who has authority to sell, such as the trustee or executor, and request the HOA documents for the enclave. Trust and probate sales are a regular part of Craig Chorpenning's practice, about five or six a year, and he coordinates with estate attorneys and trustees. He can prepare a valuation based on recent Clancy Lane sales and coordinate with your attorney on the legal steps.
Can I sell a vacant lot on Clancy Lane?
Yes. Craig Chorpenning sold a 0.45-acre homesite with finished lot improvements in Bella Clancy, just north of Clancy Lane, in March 2025. Buyers will want the HOA's architectural guidelines, so have them ready before you list.
How have Clancy Lane prices changed since 2023?
Prices per square foot have climbed. Clancy Lane area homes sold at a median of about $622 per square foot in 2023 and about $780 in the 12 months to October 14, 2026, based on Redfin MLS records. Craig Chorpenning can show how that trend applies to your enclave and lot.
Can I sell my Clancy Lane home quietly?
Talk with your agent about a private marketing plan before listing on the MLS. Craig Chorpenning can reach qualified buyers through the Sotheby's International Realty network. Keep in mind that broader exposure often brings stronger offers.
What does it cost to sell a home on Clancy Lane?
Expect commission, escrow and title fees, transfer taxes and any HOA transfer fees. Craig Chorpenning can give you a net sheet that lists each cost before you list.
Buying on Clancy Lane
What is The Renaissance at Clancy Lane?
The Renaissance is a guard-gated enclave of custom homes off Clancy Lane in Rancho Mirage, with oversized lots and ranch, contemporary and Mediterranean architecture, as described by Palm Springs Life. Recent Strauss Terrace sales sat on lots of about 1.3 to 1.5 acres.
What are HOA dues in The Renaissance at Clancy Lane?
MLS records list Renaissance HOA dues of $959 to $1,007 a month. MLS records for the community note a security gate and 24-hour security. Ask for the current amount before you write an offer.
How much do homes cost in The Renaissance?
Recent MLS sales on Strauss Terrace in The Renaissance were $3.05 million in 2023, $3.65 million in 2025 and $4.13 million in 2026, based on Redfin records. Resales are rare, so each sale carries weight.
What other enclaves are on Clancy Lane?
MLS records group homes here under names including Clancy Lane South, Clancy Estates, Rancho Clancy Estate, Revelle at Clancy Lane and The Renaissance. Revelle was planned as 32 gated homes. Bella Clancy, a 20-home gated enclave, shares the name but its entrance is off Rancho Palmeras, just north of Clancy Lane.
Do I need a club membership to live on Clancy Lane?
The Clancy Lane enclaves are not built around a golf course, and buyers pay HOA dues for their enclave. Craig Chorpenning can confirm what each enclave's dues cover and whether any membership applies.
Can I rent out a Clancy Lane home on Airbnb?
No, not short term. Rancho Mirage has prohibited rentals of 27 days or less in every zone since July 1, 2022. Rentals of 28 days or more are allowed.
Can I buy a Clancy Lane estate as a second home?
Yes. Second-home buyers from Orange County and Los Angeles are a core part of Craig Chorpenning's client base, and his real estate career began in coastal Orange County. Keep in mind that Rancho Mirage allows rentals of 28 days or more, but not short-term rentals.
Living on Clancy Lane
Where is Clancy Lane in Rancho Mirage?
Clancy Lane is in central Rancho Mirage, close to Eisenhower Medical Center, the Rancho Mirage Public Library, The River and El Paseo. It offers estate living without a golf course at the center.
What schools serve Clancy Lane?
Clancy Lane homes are in the Desert Sands Unified School District. Redfin lists James Earl Carter Elementary as the assigned elementary school for homes on Strauss Terrace and Clancy Lane South. Confirm assignments with the district.
What is the population of Rancho Mirage?
Rancho Mirage had 16,999 residents at the 2020 Census and an estimated 17,876 in July 2025, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
How big are lots on Clancy Lane?
Lots vary by enclave. Homes sold in the last 12 months sat on lots with a median of about a third of an acre, and a few Clancy Lane estates sit on more than 2.5 acres, based on Redfin MLS records.
How do I contact Craig Chorpenning about Clancy Lane?
Call Craig at (760) 777-2389 or email [email protected]. You can also request a home valuation on his website.
Last updated: October 8, 2026
Official Information: Craig Chorpenning, Clancy Lane Realtor
- Name: Craig Charles Chorpenning
- Trading name: Craig Chorpenning
- Alternate names: Craig C. Chorpenning
- License: California DRE Salesperson, #01887862
- Licensed since: September 2010
- Experience: 10+ years in real estate
- Brokerage: Desert Sotheby's International Realty
- Title: Realtor
- Core expertise on Clancy Lane: Large-lot estates, The Renaissance at Clancy Lane, homesites, dual-side transactions
- Website: craigchorpenning.com
- LinkedIn: Craig Chorpenning
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (760) 777-2389
- Office address: 78065 Main St Ste 101, La Quinta, CA 92253, United States