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Seller's Agent in 2023
Curtis Anderson
Harcourts Desert Homes
(760) 668-5550
3 in this area
71 Total Sales
557 S Calle Encilia Palm Springs, CA 92264
Warm Sands NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $838,000 - $1,373,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,670
Sq Ft
$684/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Detached Guest House
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Palm Springs High School Rated A-
- Peek-A-Boo Views
- Spanish Architecture
About This Home
As of May 2023Stunning Warm Sands Spanish style home modernized for today's living but loaded with architectural details and charm! From the attractive front curbside appeal to the backyard Pool Oasis this successful vacation rental home will grab your heart! The main home itself has been highly renovated with 2 Kitchens, 2 baths, an open Living/Dining area with 2 Fireplaces, Saltillo tile floors and the most amazing architectural details that sets this 1930's home apart from others. The sunlit Casita adds another living/sleeping area with a Kitchen, Bath and W/D. Then there is the incredible outdoor spaces! Morning coffee and lounging can be had on one of two front patios with one covered and ideal for that afternoon nap. A secret garden patio is perfect for a private Al Fresco meal and then there is the quintessential Palm Springs Pool Oasis! A sexy heated swimming pool surrounded by all new pool decking with several lounging areas and total privacy makes this the perfect spot for sun worshipping and swim time! If that's not enough the location is just blocks from Downtown Palm Springs with world class restaurants, shopping and special events year round! The seller has put in much love and $$ to make this home "La Escapada" perfect for an investment property or your own vacation home or year round home. Don't let this Warm Sands stunner get away from you!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Harcourts Desert Homes License #01926078 Listed on: 04/11/2023
Last Buyer's Agent
Stephen Burchard
License #01320538
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,387
Year Built
- Built in 1937 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
- Drip System Landscaping
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Historic Home
- Property is zoned R2
Property Views
- Peek-A-Boo
- Mountain
- Pool
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 1,670 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Beamed Ceilings
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Entryway
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Stone Flooring
Kitchen
- Galley Kitchen
- Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Shower Only
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- 1 Parking Space
- Auto Driveway Gate
- Driveway
- Guest Parking
- On-Street Parking
Pool
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Pool Tile
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Sewer in Street
Additional Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Detached Guest House
- Ground Level Unit
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 508-122-015
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 22, 2022
Sold by
Curtis Robin L
Bought by
Robin L Curtis Revocable Living Trust and Curtis
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 2, 2019
Closed on
May 16, 2019
Sold by
Durkan Mary
Bought by
Curtis Robin L
Seller's Agent
Nicholas Hale
HomeSmart Professionals
Buyer's Agent
Curtis Anderson
List Price
$785,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-4.46%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.83%
Original Mortgage
$524,250
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 14, 2018
Closed on
Sep 24, 2018
Sold by
Hitsman Douglas A and Vanhornc Kenneth Van
Bought by
Durkan Mary
Seller's Agent
Laurie Ridgeway
HomeSmart Professionals
Buyer's Agent
Nicholas Hale
HomeSmart Professionals
List Price
$698,000
Sold Price
$698,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.08%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 27, 2014
Sold by
Hitsman Douglas A
Bought by
Hitsman Douglas A and Van Home Kenneth
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 6, 2014
Sold by
Desaint Tony and Desaint Paige
Bought by
Hitsman Douglas A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 10, 2013
Sold by
Mcdonald John F
Bought by
Desaint Tony and Desaint Paige
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 13, 2008
Sold by
Cecil Bret A and Boe Gary A
Bought by
Mcdonald John F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$352,800
Interest Rate
5.72%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 12, 2006
Sold by
Cecil Bret A and Cecil Bret
Bought by
Cecil Bret A and Boe Gary A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$325,000
Interest Rate
6.55%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 20, 2000
Sold by
Boe Gary and Zanchi Romayne
Bought by
Coulter Kelley and Cecil Bret
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,800
Interest Rate
7.38%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 14, 2000
Sold by
Mccurdy Gloria and Mccurdy Shirlee A
Bought by
Boe Gary A and Zanchi Ramayne
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,800
Interest Rate
7.38%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 19, 1999
Sold by
Pedersen Shirlee A
Bought by
Pedersen Shirlee A and Mccurdy Gloria L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 31, 1997
Sold by
Pedersen John D
Bought by
Pedersen Shirlee A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 17, 1997
Sold by
Pedersen John D
Bought by
Mccurdy Gloria
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 6, 1997
Sold by
Pedersen Shirlee A and Pedersen Gloria L
Bought by
Pedersen Shirlee A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robin L Curtis Revocable Living Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Curtis Robin L | $750,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Durkan Mary | $698,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Hitsman Douglas A | -- | None Available | |
| Hitsman Douglas A | $515,500 | Equity Title Orange County-I | |
| Desaint Tony | $300,000 | Equity Title Company | |
| Mcdonald John F | $392,000 | Equity Title Orange County-I | |
| Cecil Bret A | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Coulter Kelley | -- | -- | |
| Boe Gary A | $185,000 | Orange Coast Title | |
| Pedersen Shirlee A | -- | Orange Coast Title | |
| Pedersen Shirlee A | -- | -- | |
| Mccurdy Gloria | -- | -- | |
| Pedersen Shirlee A | -- | -- | |
| Pedersen Shirlee A | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Curtis Robin L | $524,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Mcdonald John F | $352,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Cecil Bret A | $325,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Boe Gary A | $116,800 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/19/2023 05/19/23 | Sold | $1,200,000 | +1.3% | $719 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/16/2023 04/16/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/11/2023 04/11/23 | For Sale | $1,185,000 | +58.0% | $710 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/18/2019 06/18/19 | Sold | $750,000 | -4.5% | $449 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/12/2019 05/12/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/02/2019 05/02/19 | For Sale | $785,000 | +12.5% | $470 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/31/2018 10/31/18 | Sold | $698,000 | 0.0% | $505 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/19/2018 09/19/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/14/2018 09/14/18 | For Sale | $698,000 | -- | $505 / Sq Ft |
Source: The MLS
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 | $15,387 | $1,248,480 | $312,120 | $936,360 |
| 2023 | $15,387 | $804,149 | $203,717 | $600,432 |
| 2022 | $10,684 | $788,382 | $199,723 | $588,659 |
| 2021 | $10,472 | $772,924 | $195,807 | $577,117 |
| 2020 | $10,011 | $765,000 | $193,800 | $571,200 |
| 2019 | $9,194 | $698,000 | $175,000 | $523,000 |
| 2018 | $7,333 | $555,380 | $140,056 | $415,324 |
| 2017 | $7,228 | $544,491 | $137,310 | $407,181 |
| 2016 | $7,110 | $533,816 | $134,618 | $399,198 |
| 2015 | $6,815 | $525,799 | $132,597 | $393,202 |
| 2014 | $4,063 | $306,000 | $76,500 | $229,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Curtis Anderson
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Buyer's Agent in 2023
Stephen Burchard
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Nicholas Hale
Seller's Agent in 2019
Nicholas Hale
HomeSmart Professionals
(760) 459-5151
5 Total Sales
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Laurie Ridgeway
Seller's Agent in 2018
Laurie Ridgeway
HomeSmart Professionals
(760) 272-6142
34 Total Sales
Map
Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 23-249439
APN: 508-122-015
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