$535,000
SOLD MAR 11, 2025

257 E Twin Palms Dr Palm Springs, CA 92264

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,289 Sq Ft
$750/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$415 Per Sq Ft

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Outdoor Cooking Area
  • Palm Springs High School Rated A-
  • Mountain View
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

About This Home

As of March 2025

Attention Tikiphiles! Here's your opportunity to own one of the forty coveted condos in Royal Hawaiian Estates (Donald Wexler, FAIA & Richard Harrison, AlA, 1961-1962) that feature Polynesian-inspired details. America's fascination with Polynesian culture was fueled in the 50's and 60's by novels and movies like "South Pacific" in 1958, by veterans returning from war, and the granting of statehood to Hawaii in 1959. Angled ridge beams with "Tiki-apexes", and beam extensions at patios (dubbed "Flying Sevens") form stylized stabilizers reminiscent of those found on outrigger canoes used throughout the islands of Southeast Asia. Designated Historic District No. 2 by the City of Palm Springs, February, 2010. This historic district designation means the property may qualify for property tax relief under the Mills Act. The unit sits on Fee Land that you own (no land lease). Original features include kitchen cabinets, formica countertops, jalousie windows, metal sliding glass doors and terrazzo floors in the kitchen and dining area. The unit features a spacious, private patio on the back side of the community. Newer HVAC, Water Heater and Carpet.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Deck

Town Real Estate License #02045820 Listed on: 02/19/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Kristina Burke

eXp Realty of California Inc License #01838777

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,579

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • Block Wall Fence
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $750 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Cosmetic Repairs Needed
  • Foam Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,289 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Terrazzo

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Carport
  • Guest Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 511-070-036

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include cable TV, trash, sewer, water, earthquake insurance
  • 40 Units
  • Desert Resort Management Association
  • Maintained Community

Amenities

  • Outdoor Cooking Area

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,579

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$750 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Style: Mid-Century
  • Levels: One
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Builders Tract Code: 6790
  • Complex Name: Royal Hawaiian Estates Homeowners Association
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Entry Location: Ground Level - no steps
  • Living Area: 1289
  • Planned Urban Dev: 0
  • Property Condition: Repair Cosmetic
  • Stories: 1
  • Unit Floor In Building: 1
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Builders Tract Name: Royal Hawaiian
  • Number Of Photos: 40
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Terrazzo, Tile
  • Appliances: Cooktop - Electric
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathroom: 1
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Common Walls: Attached
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 0
  • Laundry: In Kitchen
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Fan, Microwave, Stackable W/D Hookup, Refrigerator
  • Inclusions: Some furnishings may be available outside of escrow.
  • Price Per S Q F T: 415.05

Exterior Features

  • Fence: Block
  • Patio: Enclosed
  • Pool Description: Community
  • Pool: Yes
  • Roof: Foam
  • Spa: Community
  • Spa Yn: Yes
  • View: Mountains
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking: 1
  • Parking Garage: Carport, Assigned
  • Total Parking: 1

Utilities

  • TV Svcs: Cable TV
  • Cooling: Air Conditioning
  • Earth Quake Ins: 1
  • Heating: Central

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Assoc Pet Rules, Pool, Spa, Outdoor Cooking Area, Guest Parking, Assoc Maintains Landscape
  • Pet Rules: Assoc Pet Rules, Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Cable TV, Trash, Sewer, Water, Earthquake Insurance
  • HOA Fees: 750.00
  • Management Company: Desert Resort Management
  • Mgmt Co Phone: 7603461161|
  • HOA: Yes

Lot Info

  • Sprinklers: Sprinkler System
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 511-070-036
  • Lot Size Area: 1742

Rental Info

  • Land Lease Type: Fee

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units: 40

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 19, 2025
Closed on
Mar 3, 2025
Sold by
Winship Arlene W
Bought by
Christiansen Neal R and Christiansen Anne S
Seller's Agent
Robert Deck
Town Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kristina Burke
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$535,000
Sold Price
$535,000
Views
29
Current Estimated Value
$532,675

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,325
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.01%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 2015
Sold by
Winship Arlene W
Bought by
Winship Arlene W and Smith Leotta Joan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2005
Sold by
Royal Hawaiian Estates Homeowners Assn
Bought by
Winship Arlene W

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2001
Sold by
Forty Shares Inc
Bought by
Royal Hawaiian Estates Homeowners Assn
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $535,000 Wfg National Title Company Of
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Corporate Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/11/2025 03/11/25 Sold $535,000 0.0% $415 / Sq Ft
02/23/2025 02/23/25 Pending -- -- --
02/19/2025 02/19/25 For Sale $535,000 -- $415 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

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 $1,579 $117,839 $31,177 $86,662
2023 $1,579 $113,265 $29,967 $83,298
2022 $1,603 $111,045 $29,380 $81,665
2021 $1,574 $108,868 $28,804 $80,064
2020 $1,512 $107,753 $28,509 $79,244
2019 $1,488 $105,641 $27,950 $77,691
2018 $1,462 $103,570 $27,404 $76,166
2017 $1,441 $101,540 $26,867 $74,673
2016 $1,403 $99,550 $26,341 $73,209
2015 $1,334 $98,057 $25,947 $72,110
2014 -- $96,139 $25,440 $70,699
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 25500255PS

The MLS

APN: 511-070-036