$364,000

61740 Rancho Rd Unit 235 Mountain Center, CA 92561

Estimated payment $2,445/month

Total Views 267
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,420 Sq Ft
$150 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Panoramic View
  • Balcony
  • Tile Countertops
  • Deck
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

Own an iconic geodesic dome home in Pinyon Crest, just 20 minutes from El Paseo in Palm Desert. Set on 1.03 acres with stunning mountain views, this classic R. Buckminster Fuller design features a natural rock fireplace, custom stained glass, and abundant natural light. Enjoy a fenced yard, deck, spa, and ample space for outdoor living and development potential. The HOA maintains community-owned wells, providing fresh, clean water to all residents, graded roads, mailboxes and locking back gates for security and privacy. Pinyon Crest is a national monument and wildlife habitat, 10-20 cooler than the desert cities below. Home is being sold ''as-is, where-is'' and priced to sell--an outstanding opportunity to purchase in this unique mountain community.

Listing Agent

Jennifer Beron

Compass License #01379368 Listed on: 08/28/2025

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,410

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,420 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Tile Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Shower Only in Secondary Bathroom

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • Shared Water Source
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • 1.03 Acre Lot
  • Ground Level

Community Details

  • Pinyon Crest Subdivision
  • On-Site Maintenance

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 635392003

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,410

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$182 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Attached/Detached: No
  • Levels: Two
  • Building Number Of Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: Ground Level w/Steps, Main Level
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 150.41
  • View Type: Mountain(s), Panoramic
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Listing I D: 219134594
  • Listing Member Address: 74199 El Paseo Dr., #200, Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Listing Office Address: 74199 El Paseo Dr., #200, Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Land Type: Fee
  • Subdivision: Pinyon Crest
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave Oven
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom Features: Shower Stall, Tile Counters
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Kitchen Features: Tile Counters
  • Laundry: Laundry Area
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2420.00

Exterior Features

  • Roofing: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Patio: Deck, Balcony
  • Planned Unit Development: No
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description: Detached
  • Parking: Driveway
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Total Uncovered Assigned Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Mutual Water Source
  • Water Heater Feature: Electric

Association/Amenities

  • Association #1 Frequency: Monthly
  • Association #2 Frequency: Semi-Annually

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Maintenance Grounds
  • HOA Information: Yes
  • HOA Fee 1: 91.00
  • HOA Fee 2: 545.00
  • Total Monthly Association Fees: 182.00

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 635392003
  • Lot Size: 44867.00

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Land Lease Type: Fee Simple
  • Rental Restrictions: Yes
  • Short Term Rentals: Yes

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

MLS Schools

  • School District: Palm Springs Unified

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $3,410 $259,352 $44,617 $214,735
2023 $3,410 $249,284 $42,886 $206,398
2022 $3,397 $244,397 $42,046 $202,351
2021 $3,310 $239,606 $41,222 $198,384
2020 $3,124 $237,150 $40,800 $196,350
2019 $3,428 $262,701 $62,424 $200,277
2018 $1,652 $128,645 $20,564 $108,081
2017 $1,608 $126,123 $20,161 $105,962
2016 $1,561 $123,651 $19,766 $103,885
2015 $1,532 $121,796 $19,470 $102,326
2014 $1,519 $119,413 $19,090 $100,323
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/28/2025 08/28/25 For Sale $364,000 +44.2% $150 / Sq Ft
02/08/2019 02/08/19 Sold $252,500 -9.8% $104 / Sq Ft
12/19/2018 12/19/18 Pending -- -- --
12/02/2018 12/02/18 For Sale $280,000 0.0% $116 / Sq Ft
11/15/2018 11/15/18 Pending -- -- --
11/08/2018 11/08/18 For Sale $280,000 0.0% $116 / Sq Ft
10/17/2018 10/17/18 Pending -- -- --
08/23/2018 08/23/18 Price Changed $280,000 -20.0% $116 / Sq Ft
08/08/2018 08/08/18 Price Changed $350,000 -6.7% $145 / Sq Ft
06/18/2018 06/18/18 For Sale $375,000 -- $155 / Sq Ft
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $252,500 Equity Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $385,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $239,875 New Conventional
Previous Owner $117,600 Unknown
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $67,130 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 219134594

California Desert Association of REALTORS®

APN: 635-392-003