1225 E Buena Vista Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262
Movie Colony East Neighborhood
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,750
Sq Ft
6,970
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Guest House
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Updated Kitchen
- Palm Springs High School Rated A-
- Solar Power System
- Open Floorplan
About This Home
As of May 20251225 E Buena Vista - is in Movie Colony East in Central Palm Springs, near Ruth Hardy Park, the trendy Uptown Design and Restaurant District, and Desert Regional Hospital and many health care providers.This classic 1952 Movie Colony home has a charming private front courtyard and archway entry, the main has 2 seperate Bed and Bath ensuites, spanish tiled flooring, and a detached 1 bd/ba casita and private pool. It has been well lived in and well loved and is now an opportunity for you bring your design touches and to 'craft your home, your way'! It includes a leased SunNova solar system thru 2043, transferable to buyer, currently $186 /mo. Lennox AC new in July 2024, new dishwasher and garbage disposal; Ikea Kitchen, and baths updated approx 2016 by prior owner. There are some original systems too. The home is priced to sell! Is this opportunity the right one for You?
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #02030835 Listed on: 11/27/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
Non-Member (Merced)
Merced Non-Member
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,670
Year Built
- Built in 1952
Lot Details
- 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
- East Facing Home
- Masonry wall
- Block Wall Fence
- Landscaped
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Private Yard
- Back Yard
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Foam Roof
- Stucco Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 1,750 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Recessed Lighting
- Shutters
- Custom Window Coverings
- Blinds
- Double Door Entry
- Sliding Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Tile Flooring
- Security System Leased
Kitchen
- Kitchenette
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- Recirculated Exhaust Fan
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Marble Bathroom Countertops
- Secondary bathroom tub or shower combo
- Shower Only
Laundry
- Laundry Located Outside
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Attached Carport Space
- 3 Car Parking Spaces
- 1 Parking Garage Space
- Tandem Parking
- On-Street Parking
Eco-Friendly Details
- Green Features
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by a third party
Pool
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Outdoor Pool
Location
- Ground Level
- Property is near a park
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Overhead Utilities
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Grab Bar In Bathroom
- Guest House
Community Details
- Ruth Hardy Park/Movie Colony East Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 507243002
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 27, 2024
Closed on
May 6, 2025
Sold by
Zorn Jeffrey
Bought by
Adams Susanne Estell
Seller's Agent
Melissa Lundgren
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Non-Member (Merced)
Merced Non-Member
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$695,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$104,000
-13.02%
Views
127
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
86.59%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 22, 2017
Closed on
Feb 2, 2018
Sold by
Scalzo Gary
Bought by
Zorn Jeffrey
Seller's Agent
Marcus Miceli
Initiate Realty Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Chris Thomas
Bennion Deville Homes
List Price
$649,000
Sold Price
$552,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$97,000
-14.95%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.26%
Original Mortgage
$276,000
Interest Rate
4.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 25, 2017
Sold by
Scalzo Gary
Bought by
Scalzo Gary and The Gary Thomas Scalzo Revocable Living
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 9, 2015
Closed on
Jul 24, 2015
Sold by
Carnevale William
Bought by
Seiple Bradley D
Seller's Agent
Bill Carnevale
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$559,800
Sold Price
$535,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,800
-4.43%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.31%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 9, 2015
Closed on
Jul 23, 2015
Sold by
Seiple Dorothy A and Seiple Bradley D
Bought by
Scalzo Gary
Seller's Agent
Bill Carnevale
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$559,800
Sold Price
$535,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,800
-4.43%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 10, 2008
Sold by
Johnson John R
Bought by
Seiple Dorothy A and Seiple Bradley D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$373,500
Interest Rate
6.04%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 20, 1996
Sold by
Lee Regina and Lee Hughina W
Bought by
Johnson John R and Longoria Jerome A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$119,541
Interest Rate
8.1%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $695,000 | Orange Coast Title | |
| Grant Deed | $552,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Landwood Title | |
| Grant Deed | $535,000 | Landwood Title | |
| Grant Deed | $450,000 | Equity Title Orange County-I | |
| Grant Deed | $120,000 | First American Title Ins Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $276,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $373,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $373,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $154,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $116,400 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $118,300 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $119,541 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/28/2025 05/28/25 | Sold | $695,000 | 0.0% | $397 / Sq Ft |
| 05/24/2025 05/24/25 | For Rent | $2,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/22/2025 05/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/26/2025 03/26/25 | Price Changed | $749,900 | -6.1% | $429 / Sq Ft |
| 11/27/2024 11/27/24 | For Sale | $799,000 | +44.7% | $457 / Sq Ft |
| 03/20/2018 03/20/18 | Sold | $552,000 | -1.3% | $315 / Sq Ft |
| 01/31/2018 01/31/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/09/2017 11/09/17 | Price Changed | $559,000 | -6.7% | $319 / Sq Ft |
| 10/05/2017 10/05/17 | Price Changed | $599,000 | -3.2% | $342 / Sq Ft |
| 09/10/2017 09/10/17 | Price Changed | $619,000 | -4.6% | $354 / Sq Ft |
| 08/22/2017 08/22/17 | For Sale | $649,000 | +21.3% | $371 / Sq Ft |
| 07/28/2015 07/28/15 | Sold | $535,000 | -2.6% | $306 / Sq Ft |
| 06/10/2015 06/10/15 | Price Changed | $549,000 | -1.9% | $314 / Sq Ft |
| 06/10/2015 06/10/15 | For Sale | $559,800 | +4.6% | $320 / Sq Ft |
| 06/07/2015 06/07/15 | Off Market | $535,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/07/2015 05/07/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/03/2015 04/03/15 | Price Changed | $559,800 | -1.8% | $320 / Sq Ft |
| 02/09/2015 02/09/15 | For Sale | $569,800 | -- | $326 / Sq Ft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Multiple Listing Service
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,670 | $1,067,728 | $188,422 | $879,306 |
| 2023 | $7,670 | $603,688 | $181,106 | $422,582 |
| 2022 | $7,820 | $591,852 | $177,555 | $414,297 |
| 2021 | $7,661 | $580,248 | $174,074 | $406,174 |
| 2020 | $7,318 | $574,300 | $172,290 | $402,010 |
| 2019 | $7,191 | $563,040 | $168,912 | $394,128 |
| 2018 | $7,200 | $556,613 | $166,984 | $389,629 |
| 2017 | $7,094 | $545,700 | $163,710 | $381,990 |
| 2016 | $6,888 | $535,000 | $160,500 | $374,500 |
| 2015 | $6,072 | $482,160 | $144,646 | $337,514 |
| 2014 | -- | $458,000 | $137,000 | $321,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Susie Adams
Seller's Agent in 2025
Susie Adams
Trinity Real Estate Services
(619) 730-8982
3 Total Sales
-
Melissa Lundgren
Seller's Agent in 2025
Melissa Lundgren
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(760) 668-2544
1 in this area
27 Total Sales
-
N
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Non-Member (Merced)
Merced Non-Member
-
Marcus Miceli
M
Seller's Agent in 2018
Marcus Miceli
Initiate Realty Inc.
(310) 741-8342
32 Total Sales
-
C
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Chris Thomas
Bennion Deville Homes
-
Bill Carnevale
B
Seller's Agent in 2015
Bill Carnevale
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(760) 333-5119
2 Total Sales
Map
Source: Greater Palm Springs Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 219124023
APN: 507-243-002
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