48485 Prairie Dr Palm Desert, CA 92260
Estimated payment $6,177/month
Total Views
1,210
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,378
Sq Ft
$428
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Guest House
- Cabana
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Palm Desert High School Rated A
- Casita
- Mountain View
About This Home
Escape to authentic mid-century style in this rare 1964 Bob White-designed treasure, nestled on a spacious corner lot in the coveted Highland Palms Estates of South Palm Desert. Framed by unobstructed mountain vistas and thoughtfully sited away from unsightly power lines, this architecturally significant residence is a true Palm Desert gem for lovers of classic modern design. Inside, a luminous wall of glass captures the iconic desert landscape, seamlessly connecting soaring open-plan living and dining spaces to the outdoors. This home is a perfect backdrop for curated vintage furnishings and stylish entertaining. Original features like the elegant fireplace and rear cabana speak to the era's legendary indoor-outdoor lifestyle, while the sweeping backyard is anchored by a generous private pool making this an entertainer's paradise for afternoon lounging or sunset martinis. With four bedrooms and three baths, including a flexible attached casita with its own private entrance, kitchen, living room, bedroom and bath. The layout offers ultimate versatility. Live in the main quarters and host guests, or generate extra income with seasonal rentals, a valuable opportunity in Palm Desert. A paid solar panel system ensures energy efficiency, cost savings, and modern comfort, blending sustainable living with mid-century authenticity. Ample parking is available with a classic circle drive. Discover your architectural oasis, designed to delight those who cherish clean lines, sunlit spaces, and the enduring glamour of the mid-century desert lifestyle. Paid SOLAR!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,049
Year Built
- Built in 1964
Lot Details
- 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
- Home has North and South Exposure
- Wood Fence
- Block Wall Fence
- Drip System Landscaping
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Private Yard
- Lawn
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- Circular Driveway
Property Views
- Mountain
- Desert
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Stucco Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 2,378 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Entryway
- Great Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Bonus Room
- Tile Flooring
- Security System Owned
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Recirculated Exhaust Fan
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
- 3 Bathrooms
- Shower Only
- Shower Only in Secondary Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Located Outside
- Dryer
- Washer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Pool
- Cabana
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Outdoor Pool
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Casita
- Rain Gutters
Additional Homes
- Guest House
- Guest House Includes Kitchen
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Underground Utilities
- Sewer in Street
Additional Features
- Solar owned by seller
- Ground Level
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 652053022
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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 | $8,049 | $616,984 | $113,654 | $503,330 |
| 2023 | $8,049 | $593,028 | $109,242 | $483,786 |
| 2022 | $7,618 | $581,400 | $107,100 | $474,300 |
| 2021 | $7,468 | $570,000 | $105,000 | $465,000 |
| 2020 | $3,686 | $264,920 | $88,304 | $176,616 |
| 2019 | $3,619 | $259,726 | $86,573 | $173,153 |
| 2018 | $3,553 | $254,634 | $84,876 | $169,758 |
| 2017 | $3,480 | $249,642 | $83,212 | $166,430 |
| 2016 | $3,395 | $244,748 | $81,581 | $163,167 |
| 2015 | $3,393 | $241,073 | $80,356 | $160,717 |
| 2014 | $3,198 | $236,353 | $78,783 | $157,570 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/29/2025 08/29/25 | For Sale | $1,018,500 | +78.7% | $428 / Sq Ft |
| 07/28/2020 07/28/20 | Sold | $570,000 | 0.0% | $240 / Sq Ft |
| 06/17/2020 06/17/20 | For Sale | $569,900 | -- | $240 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $570,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Grant Deed | $225,000 | Lsi Title Company | |
| Trustee Deed | $165,000 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Security Union Title Ins | |
| Grant Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $484,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $254,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $236,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $211,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $60,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $159,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $115,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $410,000 | Negative Amortization | |
| Previous Owner | $348,896 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $287,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $263,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $18,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $236,250 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $208,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $147,399 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Similar Homes in the area
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 219134634
APN: 652-053-022
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