NOT LISTED FOR SALE

860 E Mel Ave Palm Springs, CA 92262

El Mirador Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,530,000 - $2,191,000

4 Beds
5 Baths
3,930 Sq Ft
$469/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 24, 2016

Last sale price $972,000 $247 Per Sq Ft

Est. 90% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,140 / mo

205 Days on Market

About This Home

As of May 2016

Spacious and bright El Mirador gated contemporary home. A natural vacation rental given its proximity to downtown and its inviting resort style backyard, complete w/mountain views, pool & spa, fire pit w/seating areas, full length patio and palm & citrus trees! The generous master offers two walk in closets, fireplace, separate bath vanities & dual everything! You'll find plantation shutters & loads of storage throughout the home, as well as 3 additional en suite guest bedrooms, and a powder room. A large formal dining room is open to the living room with its fireplace & bar. The open plan concept extends to the family room and the kitchen with island and breakfast nook. You'll hear rave reviews from your delighted guests! And no power lines to detract from the magic! All furnishings are available.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Louise Hampton

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00802409T Listed on: 09/21/2015

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

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Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1998

Lot Details

0.34 Acres

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: AVENIDA CABALLEROS
  • Entry Location: Main Level
  • Active Date: 2015-11-12
  • Full Bathroom: 4
  • Half Bathroom: 1
  • Building Size: 3930.0
  • Building Structure Style: Contemporary
  • Doors: Double Door Entry, Sliding Glass Door(s)
  • Driving Directions: Avenida Caballeros north, turn left onto Mel Ave
  • Full Street Address: 860 E MEL AVE
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.34
  • Lot Dimension Description: A0.34
  • Pool Construction: In Ground
  • Pool Descriptions: Private Pool
  • Primary Object Modification Timestamp: 2016-05-25
  • Spa Descriptions: Heated, Private Spa
  • View Type: Mountain View, Pool View
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1998

Interior Features

  • Bathroom Features: Powder Room, Double Shower, Double Vanity(s), Linen Closet, Shower and Tub, Shower Stall, Split Bath, Tile, Tub With Jets
  • Bedroom Features: All Bedrooms Down, Master Retreat, WalkInCloset
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Rm, In Kitchen
  • Appliances: Built-In BBQ, Range, Built-In Gas, Double Oven, Microwave
  • Advertising Remarks: Listing Agent - Louise Hampton, Louise Hampton Team, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Ca Properties. Contact info: PH: 760-320-4586, Email: louise@louisehampton.com, Website: www.louise@louisehampton.com. Director of Buyer Agent Division - Steve Hannegan
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Builders Tract Code: 5505
  • Builders Tract Name: EL MIRADOR
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Levels: One Level
  • Spa: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Intercom, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Storage Space, Trey Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Floor Material: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Kitchen Features: Pantry, Granite Counters, Island, Open to Family Room, Skylight(s)
  • Laundry: Individual Room
  • Pool: Yes

Exterior Features

  • View: Yes
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 14810
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Direction Faces: Faces South
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Construction: Stucco
  • Foundation: Foundation - Concrete Slab
  • Other Features: High Ceilings (9 Feet+)
  • Patio: Covered Porch, Concrete Slab, Covered
  • Fence: Block Wall
  • Windows: Plantation Shutters
  • Roofing: Clay Tile
  • Water: District/Public

Garage/Parking

  • Other Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • Parking Spaces Total: 3
  • Parking Type: Garage Is Attached, Garage - Three Door

Utilities

  • Sewer: In, Connected & Paid
  • Sprinklers: Drip System, Front, Rear, Sprinkler System
  • Volt 220: In Laundry
  • Water Heater: Water Heater Central
  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
  • Heating Type: Central Furnace
  • Security: Gated Community

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Fenced Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Lot-Level/Flat

Multi Family

  • Total Floors: 1

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$1,842,638

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$777,600
Interest Rate
2.62%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2005
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
$860,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 2004
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
$750,000
Interest Rate
5.74%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 21, 1999
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
$380,000
Interest Rate
7.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 18, 1999
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
$380,000
Interest Rate
7.75%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$972,000 First American Title Company
-- None Available
$1,075,000 First American Title Company
$940,000 First American Title Co
-- Commonwealth Land Title Co
$475,000 Commonwealth Land Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $777,600
Previous Owner $860,000
Previous Owner $750,000
Previous Owner $380,000
Closed $96,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/24/2016 05/24/16 Sold $972,000 -2.8% $247 / Sq Ft
11/30/2015 11/30/15 Price Changed $999,999 -9.0% $254 / Sq Ft
09/21/2015 09/21/15 For Sale $1,099,000 -- $280 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

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
2025 $13,900 $1,150,643 $379,709 $770,934
2023 $13,900 $1,105,964 $364,965 $740,999
2022 $14,179 $1,084,279 $357,809 $726,470
2021 $13,906 $1,063,020 $350,794 $712,226
2020 $13,343 $1,052,121 $347,198 $704,923
2019 $13,111 $1,031,492 $340,391 $691,101
2018 $12,864 $1,011,267 $333,718 $677,549
2017 $12,674 $991,439 $327,175 $664,264
2016 $12,646 $1,000,000 $300,000 $700,000
2015 $13,371 $1,085,000 $325,000 $760,000
2014 $12,754 $1,024,000 $307,000 $717,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Louise Hampton

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Louise Hampton

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (760) 320-4586

    2 in this area

    105 Total Sales

    Louise Hampton
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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 15-941905PS

The MLS

APN: 507-081-007

California Riverside County Palm Springs 92262 El Mirador

860 E Mel Ave, Palm Springs, CA

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