1557 S Riverside Dr Palm Springs, CA 92264
Tahquitz River Estates Neighborhood
4
Beds
4
Baths
2,265
Sq Ft
10,454
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Attached Guest House
- In Ground Pool
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Palm Springs High School Rated A-
- Panoramic View
- Cathedral Ceiling
About This Home
As of July 2018Emmy award-winning Hollywood set designer Ken Johnson's former Palm Springs home is on the market for the first time in almost 20 years. The one-of-a-kind Trousdale, built in 1948, sits behind a custom, tribal-inspired privacy gate which opens to a magnificent tropical estate with one of the largest saltwater pools in Tahquitz River Estates. This unique, hidden gem is priced just right for you to come and make it your own million-dollar showplace.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Kimberly Kubas
Douglas Elliman of California, Inc. License #01956083 Listed on: 12/06/2017
Co-Listed By
Mike Patakas
Douglas Elliman of California, Inc. License #01264926
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,564
Year Built
- Built in 1948
Lot Details
- 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
- South Facing Home
- Wood Fence
- Block Wall Fence
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
Property Views
- Panoramic
- Mountain
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Foam Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,265 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Skylights
- Recessed Lighting
- Brick Fireplace
- Awning
- Drapes & Rods
- Blinds
- Double Door Entry
- French Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Gas Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Corian Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Shower Only
- Shower Only in Secondary Bathroom
Parking
- 1 Carport Space
- 4 Car Parking Spaces
- Side by Side Parking
- Driveway
- Automatic Gate
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Fiberglass Pool
- Outdoor Pool
- Saltwater Pool
- Ceramic Spa Tile
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Property is located within a water district
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Covered patio or porch
- Attached Guest House
- Ground Level
Community Details
- Tahquitz River Estates Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 508281008
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 1, 2018
Closed on
Jun 11, 2018
Sold by
Steer Sean G and Jewell James A
Bought by
Ingram Richard L
Seller's Agent
Linda Rease
Bennion Deville Homes
Buyer's Agent
Brian Wilson
Bennion Deville Homes
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,075,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-2.27%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$578,456
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.46%
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 6, 2017
Closed on
Dec 5, 2017
Sold by
Himmel Mark
Bought by
Steer Sean G and Jewell James A
Seller's Agent
Kimberly Kubas
Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Linda Rease
Bennion Deville Homes
List Price
$792,000
Sold Price
$777,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-1.89%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
73.37%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 26, 2013
Sold by
Himmel Mark
Bought by
Himmel Mark and The Mark Himmel Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 5, 2013
Sold by
Himmel Mark
Bought by
Himmel Mark
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 28, 2004
Sold by
Johnson Kenneth A
Bought by
Johnson Kenneth A and The Kenneth A Johnson Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 27, 1997
Sold by
Geraghty Kerry James
Bought by
Johnson Kenneth A
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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 | $1,075,000 | Orange Coast Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $777,000 | Orange Coast Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Deed Of Distribution | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $112,500 | First American Title Ins Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $785,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $800,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $600,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/17/2018 07/17/18 | Sold | $1,075,000 | -2.3% | $475 / Sq Ft |
| 06/01/2018 06/01/18 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | +41.6% | $486 / Sq Ft |
| 12/14/2017 12/14/17 | Sold | $777,000 | -1.9% | $343 / Sq Ft |
| 12/06/2017 12/06/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/06/2017 12/06/17 | For Sale | $792,000 | -- | $350 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®
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 | $14,564 | $2,035,815 | $362,541 | $1,673,274 |
| 2023 | $14,564 | $1,152,614 | $348,464 | $804,150 |
| 2022 | $14,860 | $1,130,015 | $341,632 | $788,383 |
| 2021 | $14,557 | $1,107,859 | $334,934 | $772,925 |
| 2020 | $13,895 | $1,096,500 | $331,500 | $765,000 |
| 2019 | $13,653 | $1,075,000 | $325,000 | $750,000 |
| 2018 | $9,946 | $777,000 | $194,250 | $582,750 |
| 2017 | $6,411 | $491,150 | $126,747 | $364,403 |
| 2016 | $6,225 | $481,520 | $124,262 | $357,258 |
| 2015 | $5,977 | $474,290 | $122,397 | $351,893 |
| 2014 | $5,907 | $465,000 | $120,000 | $345,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
L
Seller's Agent in 2018
Linda Rease
Bennion Deville Homes
(760) 898-6673
26 Total Sales
-
D
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Doug McCourt
Bennion Deville Homes
-
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Brian Wilson
Bennion Deville Homes
(949) 500-6109
26 Total Sales
-
K
Seller's Agent in 2017
Kimberly Kubas
Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
-
M
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017
Mike Patakas
Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
Map
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 217032114
APN: 508-281-008
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