Kai Jimenez
SHELL PROPERTIES
(424) 501-2319
11 Total Sales
1 in El Mirador
$1,150,000 Price
688 E Mel Ave Palm Springs, CA 92262
El Mirador Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,583
Sq Ft
0.39
Acre Lot
Highlights
- Pool House
- Mountain View
- Furnished
- Updated Kitchen
- High Ceiling
- Quartz Countertops
About This Home
As of May 2026In 1935, a then-unknown architect, Albert Frey, dropped three boxes in the California desert as a study in simplicity and minimalism. Nearly a century later, The Guthrie House was reimagined with Frey's vision in mind. Set behind a gated entrance with an expansive driveway, this private Palm Springs oasis blends architectural distinction with modern comfort. In 2019, the home was fully renovated with entirely new systems. The extensive renovation included structural upgrades, plumbing, electrical, pool, stucco, drywall, roof, energy-efficient doors and windows, HVAC, and more. Additional enhancements include a detached pool house, outdoor bar and barbecue, four in-ground gas fire pits, and a custom indoor doggie shower. The result: 'a chic zen-like retreat wreathed by staggering mountain views,' says the Los Angeles Times. With a legacy spanning media publications, fashion campaigns, and architectural photo shoots, The Guthrie House is more than a residence, it is a rare chance to own a piece of desert modernism.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BBS Brokers Realty License #01873752 Listed on: 04/24/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1935
Lot Details
- 16,988 Sq Ft Lot
- South Facing Home
- Drip System Landscaping
Interior Spaces
- 3,583 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Furnished
- High Ceiling
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Concrete Flooring
- Mountain Views
- Closed Circuit Camera
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Automatic Gate
Pool
- Pool House
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Heated Spa
- In Ground Spa
- Outdoor Shower
Outdoor Features
- Built-In Barbecue
Utilities
- Central Air
- Tankless Water Heater
Community Details
- El Mirador Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 507081002
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 24, 2026
Closed on
May 7, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Bahareh Kamoei
BBS Brokers Realty
Buyer's Agent
Gorgonia Francisco
Coldwell Banker Exclusive
List Price
$2,399,000
Sold Price
$2,360,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-1.63%
Views
32
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.48%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 19, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 23, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,350,000
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 21, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$447,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 19, 2014
Closed on
May 1, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jacquelyn Storm
Argent Partners, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Jacquelyn Storm
Argent Partners, Inc.
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$745,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$250,000
-25.13%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.96%
Original Mortgage
$625,000
Interest Rate
3.81%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 2, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in El Mirador, CA
-
Kai Jimenez
-
Salomon Urquiza
Salomon Urquiza
Compass
(760) 904-3129
88 Total Sales
1 in El Mirador
$420,000 Price
-
Amir Khadir
Amir Khadir
KW Temecula
(951) 395-8442
44 Total Sales
1 in El Mirador
$387,400 Price
-
Bernie Erickson
Bernie Erickson
Bennion Deville Homes
(701) 929-5378
5 Total Sales
2 in El Mirador
$479,000 Price Range
-
Dan Mahoney
Dan Mahoney
Fathom Realty Group Inc.
(442) 256-9019
30 Total Sales
3 in El Mirador
$345,000 Price Range
-
Randy Wiemer
Randy Wiemer
Desert Lifestyle Properties
(442) 275-8565
50 Total Sales
1 in El Mirador
$256,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $2,360,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,900,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Fntg Builder Services | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Ortc | |
| Grant Deed | $745,000 | Fntg Builder Services | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $1,500,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,350,000 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $447,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $625,000 | Seller Take Back |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/29/2026 05/29/26 | Sold | $2,360,000 | -1.6% | $659 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/13/2026 05/13/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/24/2026 04/24/26 | For Sale | $2,399,000 | +222.0% | $670 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/30/2015 06/30/15 | Sold | $745,000 | -16.8% | $242 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/16/2015 03/16/15 | Price Changed | $895,000 | -10.1% | $290 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/19/2014 12/19/14 | For Sale | $995,000 | -- | $323 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $24,376 | $2,119,480 | $557,756 | $1,561,724 |
| 2025 | $24,376 | $2,077,922 | $546,820 | $1,531,102 |
| 2023 | $25,040 | $1,997,237 | $525,588 | $1,471,649 |
| 2022 | $25,554 | $1,958,077 | $515,283 | $1,442,794 |
| 2021 | $25,028 | $1,919,684 | $505,180 | $1,414,504 |
| 2020 | $10,679 | $837,704 | $270,171 | $567,533 |
| 2019 | $10,262 | $802,652 | $264,874 | $537,778 |
| 2018 | $10,069 | $786,915 | $259,681 | $527,234 |
| 2017 | $9,920 | $771,487 | $254,590 | $516,897 |
| 2016 | $9,629 | $756,361 | $249,599 | $506,762 |
| 2015 | $3,305 | $240,488 | $81,237 | $159,251 |
| 2014 | $3,013 | $235,780 | $79,647 | $156,133 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Bahareh Kamoei
Seller's Agent in 2026
Bahareh Kamoei
BBS Brokers Realty
(760) 702-3022
1 in this area
196 Total Sales
-
Gorgonia Francisco
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Gorgonia Francisco
Coldwell Banker Exclusive
(818) 360-3430
1 in this area
21 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2015
Jacquelyn Storm
Argent Partners, Inc.
Map
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 219146903
APN: 507-081-002
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