40780 Thunderbird Road, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
$3,800,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
3
Baths:
3
Square Footage:
3,472
Status:
Closed
Current Price:
$3,800,000
List Date:
1/30/2025
Last Modified:
3/28/2025
Overview
Description
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The very pinnacle of midcentury style, a desert retreat created by a renowned architect for a movie star and his cover-girl wife in 1964, there is simply no other home like The Dillman House. Situated on a coveted lot high up in sought-after, privacy-gated Thunderbird Heights, no other midcentury house of this integrity exists today, one that reflects such a golden moment in Hollywood history.
The minimalist, L shaped design perfectly maintains its architecturally significant origins, has qualified for Mills Act designation and preserves its legacy for generations to come. Seemingly endless walls of glass flawlessly integrate outdoor living areas into the indoors, deep overhangs and use of natural materials; Italian marble pavers outdoors blend seamlessly into the polished indoor marble. Uninterrupted desert and mountain views from almost every room are the icing on the cake.
The current owners have preserved and enhanced every aspect of Bradford Dillman and Suzy Parker's desert escape, maintaining architect Christer Barlund's vision while accommodating today's desire for energy efficiency (34 owned solar panels). Complete privacy is ensured by unique design, and effortless entertaining is assured via the sunken conversation pit, expansive bar and terrarium garden.
Commanding a prime, hillside lot in one of the desert's pre-eminent neighborhoods, the residences of Thunderbird Heights have been frequented by every president from Eisenhower to Obama.
Supplements:
Listing Details MLS# 219123787
General Property Information
- Baths Full
- Yes
- Baths 3/4
- 2
- Living Area
- 3472
- BuildingAreaSource
- Appraiser
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Total Fireplaces
- 2
- Pool
- Yes
- Garage
- Yes
- Garage Description
- Attached
- Sprinklers
- Yes
- Building # of Stories
- Yes
- Lot Size Area
- 20909
- Lot Size Source
- Assessor
- Year Built
- 1967
- Furnished
- Unfurnished
- CrossStreet
- Pecos
Property Features
Sale Type:
Standard
Listing Terms:
Cash; Cash to New Loan
Possession:
Close Of Escrow
View Type:
Mountain(s); Panoramic; Pool
Other Structures:
Outside Shower
Other Structural Features:
Barbeque Private; Energy Efficient; Solar System Owned
Irrigation:
Sprinkler System
Disclosures:
Historical Design; Homeowners Association; Planned Development
Building Style:
Mid Century; Modern
Levels:
One
Appliances:
Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Oven; Exhaust Fan; Freezer; Gas Cooktop; Refrigerator; Washer
Built-In BBQ:
Gas
Kitchen Features:
Granite Counters; Island
Eating Areas:
Breakfast Counter/Bar; Formal Dining Room; Kitchen Island
Bedroom Features:
Walk In Closet
Bathroom Features:
Double Vanity(s); Shower Over Tub; Tile Shower
Doors:
Double Door Entry; Sliding Doors
Flooring:
Carpet; Marble
Cooling Type:
Air Conditioning; Central Air
Pool Location:
Private
Pool Construction:
In Ground
Pool Description:
Heated; Salt Water
Heating:
Central
Fireplace Location:
Dining Room; Living Room; Patio
Fireplace Features:
See Through
Rooms:
Atrium; Bonus Room; Dining Room; Formal Entry
Interior Features:
Built-In Features; Dry Bar
TV Services:
Cable TV
Laundry:
Gas Dryer Hookup; Laundry Area
Security Safety:
24 Hour Security
Window Treatments:
Blinds
Roofing:
Flat; Foam
Patio Features:
Awning(s)
Sewer:
Septic Tank
Water:
Water District
Parking:
Circular Driveway; Driveway; Garage Door Opener; On Street
Association 1 Frequency:
Annually
Association Amenities:
Controlled Access; Management
Association Fees Include:
Security
Contingent Upon:
Inspection
Land Lease Type:
Fee Simple
Listing Location and Property Info
- Parcel Number
- 690190005
- Listing Contract Date
- 2025-01-23
- Original List Price
- 3800000
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Street #
- 40780
- Street Name
- Thunderbird
- Street Suffix
- Road
- County
- Riverside
- State
- CA
- Postal Code
- 92270
- MLS Area
- 321 - Rancho Mirage
- Country
- US
Listing Info
- Short Term Rentals
- No
- Will Consider Lease
- No
Tax Info
- Tax Mello Roos
- No
Property Info
- Golf Course Within Development
- No
- Senior Community
- No
- Gated Community
- Yes
- Total Monthly Association Fees
- 672
- PUD Y/N
- Yes
More Information
Status Change Info
- StatusChangeDate
- 2025-03-28
- Purchase Contract Date
- 2025-02-21
- Close Date
- 2025-03-27
- Close Price
- 3800000
Builders Information
- Builder Name
- Patten-Wild
Appliances
- Other
- Two dishwashers, bar refrigerator
Water
- Water District Name
- CVWD
Parking SpacesInformation
- Total Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Total
- 4
HOA Information
- HOA Fee 1
- 8063
- HOA
- Yes
Association Information
- Association Name
- Thunderbird Heights HOA
DPR
- DPR Eligible
- No
Disclosures
- CC & R
- Yes
Interior Features
- High Ceilings (9 Ft+)
- Yes
Listing Office:
Equity Union
Listing Agent:
Corinne Zajac
Last Updated: March - 28 - 2025
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.


