NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $729,000 - $1,075,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,128 Sq Ft
$431/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 14, 2024

Last sale price $785,000 $369 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,002/month

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Art Studio
  • Cabana
  • Panoramic View
  • Palm Desert High School Rated A
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture

About This Home

As of March 2024

This home is not your usual tract home. If your client is looking for something different and modern, show them this home Designed by local architect George Ritter, The Ritter House is featured in Palm Desert's Art & Architecture Official Guide ask for details. The exterior of the home exudes modernism which continues once inside. The coup de grace of the home is a circular lift that propels you and your dinner guests up into a glass turret that affords unbelievable views of the surrounding mountains and desert. A unique custom-made stainless steel fireplace in the great room will provide warmth on those chilly desert nights. The kitchen is a galley type with teak cabinetry and warm Italian tile. The master bedroom is off the rear pool and patio area and the master bath has a voluminous spa tub. Staying in the theme of the home, there's a spacious circular covered loggia. It's a perfect spot for alfresco dining or just relaxing This spectacular home is perfect for entertaining, the backyard is an entertainer's dream with beautiful views of majestic mountains and a sparkling pool/spa highlights a cool sit-up bar, Location, location, location. This home is a walking distinct located in the heart of Palm Desert the most desirable neighborhoods, right up the street from the luxurious shops and restaurants of El Paseo, several hiking trails Surrounded by breathtaking Mountain views. It is sold as is.

Last Listed By

Deborah McGhee

HomeSmart License #00828459 Listed on: 12/13/2023

HomeSmart

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,380

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 0.46 Acre Lot
  • Home has North and South Exposure
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Private Yard
  • Lawn
  • Back and Front Yard

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • City Lights
  • Woods
  • Mountain
  • Desert
  • Pool

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Art Deco Architecture
  • Modern Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Foam Roof
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,128 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Metal Fireplace
  • Blinds
  • Sliding Doors
  • Entryway
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Bonus Room
  • Art Studio
  • Carpet

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Secondary bathroom tub or shower combo

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Pool

  • Cabana
  • In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa
  • Outdoor Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Concrete Porch or Patio
  • Gazebo
  • Outdoor Grill

Location

  • Ground Level
  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Underground Utilities
  • Property is located within a water district
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Sewer in Street

Community Details

  • Built by George Ritter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 627321005

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,380

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Attached/Detached: No
  • Property Orientation Faces: Front Door Faces North, Leisure Faces South
  • Levels: One, Ground
  • Builder Name: George Ritter
  • Builders Tract Code: NA323
  • Building Number Of Stories: 1
  • Building Style: Art Deco, Modern, Mid Century
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Entry Location: Ground Level - No Steps
  • Included In Sale: Floating dinning table, Washer, Dryer, refrigerator & pool equipment. 31 Solar panels lease $179 a month.
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 563.91
  • Lp Sp Ratio: 0.6500
  • View Type: City Lights, Trees/Woods, Pool, Panoramic, Mountain(s), Desert
  • Water District Name: Coachella Valley Water District
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Listing I D: 219104083
  • Listing Member Address: 431 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262
  • Listing Office Address: 431 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262
  • Listing Office Fax: (760) 844-7550
  • Selling Office Address: 78411 HWY 111, La Quinta, CA 92253
  • Land Type: Fee
  • New Construction: No
  • Subdivision: Not Applicable
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Oven, Exhaust Fan, Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Dryer Hookup, Dishwasher
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Great Room
  • Fireplace Features: Metal
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom Features: Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom Features: Dual Entry-Jack & Jill, Tub With Jets, Tub Only, Tile Counters, Shower & Tub, Remodeled
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Formal Dining Room, Dining Area
  • Kitchen Features: Gourmet Kitchen, Tile Counters
  • Laundry: Laundry Area
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2128.00
  • Windows Treatments: Mini Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Block
  • Other Features: Barbeque Private
  • Other Structures: Cabana, Gazebo
  • Roofing: Foam
  • Fencing: Block
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Patio: Concrete Slab
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Construction: In Ground
  • Pool Description: In Ground
  • Pool Location: Private
  • Planned Unit Development: No
  • Spa Hot Tub: Yes
  • Spa Hot Tub Construction: In Ground
  • Spa Hot Tub Description: Private
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description: Detached
  • Parking: Garage Door Opener, Driveway
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Sewer: In, Connected and Paid, In Street Paid, In Street on Bond
  • Water: In Street, Water District
  • Water Heater Feature: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Unit Location: Ground Floor

Lot Info

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 627321005
  • Irrigation: Sprinkler System, Sprinkler Timer
  • Lot Acres: 0.4600
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Yard, Utilities Underground, Street Lighting, Storm Drains, Street Public, Street Paved, Landscaped, Lawn, Front Yard, Fenced
  • Lot Location: Near Public Transit, Park Nearby
  • Lot Size: 20038.00

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Land Lease Type: Fee Simple

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

MLS Schools

  • School District: Desert Sands Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 6, 2023
Sold by
Fairfax Donald J
Bought by
Donald J Fairfax Protector Trust and Renfrow
Total Days on Market
55
Current Estimated Value
$917,737

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 2023
Sold by
Fairfax Protector Trust and Fairfax Donald J Protector Trust
Bought by
Heimdal Sean and Stellnberger Ramona

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$588,750
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 2019
Sold by
Liv Fairfax Donald J
Bought by
Fairfax Donald J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$259,971
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2008
Sold by
Fairfax Donald J and Fairfax Cynthia C
Bought by
Fairfax Donald J and Fairfax Cynthia C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 2001
Sold by
Fairfax Donald J
Bought by
Fairfax Donald J and Fairfax Cynthia C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 17, 1995
Sold by
Ba Properties Inc
Bought by
Fairfax Donald J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 5, 1995
Sold by
Ritter George J and Ritter Carol Ann
Bought by
Ba Properties Inc

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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Donald J Fairfax Protector Trust -- None Listed On Document
Heimdal Sean $785,000 Fidelity National Title
Fairfax Donald J -- First American Title Company
Fairfax Donald J -- None Available
Fairfax Donald J -- Southland Title
Fairfax Donald J $160,000 Commonwealth Land Title Co
Ba Properties Inc $26,730 Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Heimdal Sean $588,750
Previous Owner Fairfax Donald J $259,585
Previous Owner Fairfax Donald J $261,476
Previous Owner Fairfax Donald J $259,971
Previous Owner Fairfax Donald J $354,000
Previous Owner Fairfax Donald J $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/14/2024 03/14/24 Sold $785,000 -34.6% $369 / Sq Ft
02/06/2024 02/06/24 Pending -- -- --
01/01/2024 01/01/24 For Sale $1,200,000 0.0% $564 / Sq Ft
12/27/2023 12/27/23 Pending -- -- --
12/13/2023 12/13/23 For Sale $1,200,000 -- $564 / Sq Ft
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

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
2023 $10,380 $293,777 $145,283 $148,494
2022 $5,694 $422,888 $171,615 $251,273
2021 $7,184 $546,820 $196,855 $349,965
2020 $7,056 $541,214 $194,837 $346,377
2019 $3,809 $273,997 $135,500 $138,497
2018 $3,740 $268,626 $132,846 $135,780
2017 $3,662 $263,360 $130,242 $133,118
2016 $3,572 $258,197 $127,689 $130,508
2015 $3,570 $254,321 $125,772 $128,549
2014 $3,358 $249,341 $123,309 $126,032
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 219104083

California Desert Association of REALTORS®

APN: 627-321-005