550 Palisades Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262

$8,150,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 2,932 Status: Closed
Current Price: $8,150,000 List Date: 1/18/2024 Last Modified: 5/12/2026

Overview

Description

A vision of creativity of a bygone era, the true architectural embodiment of Desert Modern. One of a small collection of properties considered Organic Modern, to grace the captivating landscape of the Coachella Valley, the home and its grounds were designed by foresighted Hugh Kaptur, 1958. Heralded as one of the most prolific architects of his time, Kaptur considered the entire parcel when creating an unmatched environment to enjoy the spectacular setting. Illuminated meandering paths formed from the native mineral terrain& cascading rock waterfalls envelop the home, its myriad terraces& verdant gardens. The distinct facade, surrounding walls of glass& graphic roof-line canopy brilliantly mirror clad, reflecting the everchanging tableau of light, horizon& scenic wonder afforded by the property's ideal elevation& location. Panoramic vistas from nearly every vantage are complemented by delightful details; thoughtfully curated viewing and entertaining areas; a luminous pool; and a graphi ...

Listing Details MLS# 219105492

General Property Information

Baths Full
3
Baths 1/2
Yes
Living Area
2932
BuildingAreaSource
Assessor
Fireplace
Yes
Total Fireplaces
Yes
Pool
Yes
Garage
Yes
Garage Description
Detached
Sprinklers
Yes
Building # of Stories
Yes
Lot Size Area
58806
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Year Built
1959
Furnished
Unfurnished
CrossStreet
W Tahquitz Canyon

Property Features

Sale Type: Standard Listing Terms: Cash; Cash to New Loan Possession: Close Of Escrow Lot Description: Irregular Lot; Private View Type: Mountain(s); Panoramic; Pool Property Orientation Faces: Leisure Faces South Other Structural Features: Barbeque Private; Custom Built; Koi Pond; Misting System; Premium Lot Irrigation: Sprinkler System Disclosures: Property As Is; None Building Style: Mid Century Levels: One Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Refrigerator; Washer Built-In BBQ: Gas Doors: Sliding Doors Exterior Construction: Stucco Cooling Type: Air Conditioning Pool Location: Private Pool Accessories: Unknown Pool Construction: In Ground Pool Description: Private Fireplace Features: Gas Rooms: Family Room; Wine Cellar Interior Features: Bar Laundry: Laundry Area Security Safety: Automatic Gate; Closed Circuit Camera(s); Security System Owned Window Treatments: Custom Window Covering Roofing: Foam Patio Features: Covered; Misters Water: In Street Water Heater Feature: Water Heater Unit Parking: Covered; Driveway; Garage Door Opener Contingent Upon: Inspection Land Lease Type: Fee Simple

Listing Location and Property Info

Parcel Number
513110043
Listing Contract Date
2024-01-17
Original List Price
8750000
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Street #
550
Street Name
Palisades
Street Suffix
Drive
County
Riverside
State
CA
Postal Code
92262
MLS Area
332 - Palm Springs Central
Country
US

Listing Info

Exclusions
Furnishings
Short Term Rentals
Unknown
Will Consider Lease
No

Tax Info

Tax Mello Roos
No

Property Info

Golf Course Within Development
No
Senior Community
No
Gated Community
Yes
PUD Y/N
No

More Information

Status Change Info

StatusChangeDate
2024-03-28
Purchase Contract Date
2024-03-08
Close Date
2024-03-28
Close Price
8150000

Parking SpacesInformation

Carport Spaces
3
Total Garage Spaces
Yes
Parking Total
8

DPR

DPR Eligible
No

Parking Spaces/Information

RV
None

View Type

City
Yes

Other Structures

Guest House/Casita
Yes

Bedroom Features

2 Primary Bedrooms
Yes

Sewer

In, Connected and Paid
Yes

HOA Information

HOA
No
Listing Office: Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Listing Agent: Sean Stanfield
Last Updated: May - 12 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.