NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1970 S Joshua Tree Place Palm Springs, CA 92264

Estimated Value: $1,388,679 - $1,583,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,957 Sq Ft
$766/Sq Ft Est. Value

About This Home

Season | October - April: $$ - 10,900.00 per month Summer | May - September: $$ - 4,220.00 per month Available for Seasonal Rental Only 1 to 6 Months. This property is offered exclusively for short-term seasonal stays. Long-term leases beyond 6 months are not available. Available October 2025, November 15-December 31, 2025, and April 1, 2026 and after. Property not available January 1-March 31, 2026. Dates go fast! For the most up-to-date availability and to explore all of our properties, please visit APEK Rentals online. You'll find the live calendar and easy booking options there. Welcome to the Luxury Mid-Century Retreat in the Heart of the Historic Movie Colony in Palm Springs, CA. This stunning 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house is the perfect blend of modern amenities and classic charm. Enjoy the comfort of air conditioning, heating, and Wireless Internet throughout the home. Relax in the private swimming pool or hot tub, or gather around the BBQ grill for a delicious meal. With essentials like a high chair, pack 'n play/travel crib, and free parking on premises/street, this retreat has everything you need for a memorable stay. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to experience the best of Palm Springs living in this beautiful vacation rental.

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 18, 2021
Sold by
Bratt Andrew and Bratt Yvette
Bought by
Bratt Andrew
Current Estimated Value
$1,498,670

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2021
Sold by
Vantage Homes Llc
Bought by
Bratt Andrew and Bratt Yvette

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$974,950
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 2021
Sold by
Stockpile Property Ventures Llc
Bought by
Vantage Homcs Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$974,950
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2021
Sold by
Biata Richard A
Bought by
Stockpile Property Ventures Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$974,950
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 20, 2017
Sold by
Fernandez Bernabe
Bought by
Price Stephen

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 17, 2017
Sold by
Price Stephen
Bought by
Biama Richard A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 2017
Sold by
Mink Bruce
Bought by
Price Stephen

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 2013
Sold by
Chester Gordon Ardell and Chester Dorothy Etta
Bought by
Mink Bruce and The Bruce Mink Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 5, 1998
Sold by
Ratner Max and Ratner Blanche
Bought by
Chester Gordon Ardell and Chester Dorothy Etta

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$35,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bratt Andrew -- Accommodation
Bratt Andrew -- Accommodation
Vantage Homcs Llc $1,082,000 Lawyers Title Company
Stockpile Property Ventures Llc $810,000 Lawyers Title Company
Biama Richard A -- Lawyers Title Company
Price Stephen -- Chicago Title Company
Biama Richard A $673,000 Multiple
Price Stephen $65,000 Chicago Title Company
Mink Bruce $495,000 First American Title
Chester Gordon Ardell $165,000 First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Vantage Homcs Llc $974,950
Previous Owner Chester Gordon Ardell $35,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/23/2025 09/23/25 Price Changed $10,900 +33.3% $6 / Sq Ft
08/15/2025 08/15/25 For Rent $8,175 -- --

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $13,956 $1,148,226 $291,832 $856,394
2023 $13,956 $1,103,640 $280,500 $823,140
2022 $14,240 $1,082,000 $275,000 $807,000
2021 $9,392 $707,441 $212,232 $495,209
2020 $8,970 $700,188 $210,056 $490,132
2019 $8,815 $686,460 $205,938 $480,522
2018 $8,650 $673,000 $201,900 $471,100
2017 $6,808 $522,838 $158,435 $364,403
2016 $6,610 $512,587 $155,329 $357,258
2015 $6,348 $504,890 $152,997 $351,893
2014 $6,274 $495,000 $150,000 $345,000
Source: Public Records

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