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RUSSELL HILL, Realtor, HomeSmart, 760.898.8399; russell@poolsidewithrussell.com,DRE 1427657

Friday, June 22, 2012

Palm Springs Condos for Sale - Park Imperial South, 1838 S Araby Dr., $259,000.

I saw this Park Imperial South Barry Berkus, AIA designed condo before the carpet, bad tile and other past decorative upgrades were stripped away to show the good mid-century design.  This condo is now ready for a new owner to come in and renovate to their tastes.

In 2011 Park Imperial South won the PCBC Gold Nuggest Award for Best Renovated or Restored Project and was the recipient of the Palm Springs Preservation Foundation (PSPF) Grant.

If you've been looking for a classic, but unique mid-century condo, you should see this one.  I have sold three units in Park Imperial South and know the units and Homeowner's Association well. 760.902.3121



  • 2 bedrooms + den
  • 2 baths
  • 1426 sq ft. all on one level
  • large enclosed patio
  • Unique "folded plate" roofline
  • built in 1961


Russell Hill
760.902.3121


"Folded plate roofline"

Open floorplan. Living room opens to den.

Fantastic mid-century design. 
Dining are with open kitchen.  Bright and light.
Large enclosed patio.
South Imperial South located in South Palm Springs.



Listed with Gary Johns
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Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Ruth Hardy Park Neighborhood Gets a New Name.

The Desert Sun reports that the Ruth Hardy Park Neighborhood has a new name.  Our local MLS had already made the change to the new official Movie Colony East name quite some time ago. The new signs will be unveiled Saturday.

Sometimes, it's all in the name.......!


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Monday, June 18, 2012

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - Deepwell neighborhood - 1061 S Sagebrush Rd, $925,000.

This new listing in South Palm Springs' Deepwell neighborhood is a fantastic house.  It is classic mid century in almost every detail, but finished with today's standards and conveniences.

The living room has a large cantilevered fireplace, curved wall, and an expanse of glass glass looking out to the garden and pool and direct mountain views.

Finishes accentuate the modern design: terrazzo, cork, wood and glass are all incorporated to create a true masterpiece.

If you're looking for a quality mid century home with enough room to entertain family and friends in a great south-end location, contact me to see inside. 760.902.3121


Russell Hill
760.902.3121


Terrazo tile flooring, slump stone, walls of glass to the pool/spa.
Curved wall is stunning!
Kitchen with inverse of living room curved wall. 
Fantastic mountain views!



Listing with Marc Lange
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Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Palm Springs International Short Film Festival

Photo source: The Desert Sun



June is shaping up to be a busy tourist month in Palm Springs.  The giant Marilyn statue downtown isn't the only draw, though.  The annual Palm Springs International Shortfest kicks off June 19th and runs through the 25th.

This year, celebrated filmmaker Gus Van Sant will be in town to receive the ShortFest's Spirit of Short Film Award.  

Photo source: The Desert Sun
Van Sant, a two-time best director nominee for “Good Will Hunting” and “Milk,” will give a Directing Master Class at 2:30 p.m. June 23. A selection of his short films will be presented and he'll participate in a Q&A with festival Programming and Executive Director Darryl Macdonald. He'll also receive the ShortFest Spirit of Short Film Award. - The Desert Sun



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Monday, June 11, 2012

Low Inventory of Homes For Sale across Southern California

The LA Times ran a good front page story on Southern California's real estate market in Sunday's paper.  Read the story HERE.


While our market in Palm Springs isn't quite as competitive as LA's, we are certainly experiencing a low inventory of homes for sale and we do see well-priced (seen as good value) selling briskly and sometimes over asking price.

If you're a seller and you've been on the fence whether to sell, now might be a good time to put your home on the market.  Price it well and it will sell!

If you're a buyer, make sure you have an agent working for you and choose one who knows the market!


Russell Hill
760.902.3121

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Thursday, June 07, 2012

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - Tahquitz River Estates - 1020 S Hermosa Dr. - $679,000.

I saw this nicely renovated 1948 Trousdale-built Ranch home in South Palm Springs' Tahquitz River Estates neighborhood on last week's caravan.  As you may know, Trousdale used a lot of slump block in the construction of the homes he built in Palm Springs.  In this home, the block has been sandblasted, giving this ranch a "loft-like" aesthetic.  The concrete tile floors reinforce the loft-like feel.   Walls of glass, another Trousdale signature, open to the back garden and pool.

The landscaping is "lush desert".  Berms and plantings successfully shield the home visually from the street.

This is a sexy and sophisticated desert home.  If you want to see inside, or receive more information, call or text me at 760.902.3121.


  • 5 bedrooms, 4 baths
  • 2700 sq ft conditioned space
  • 10,890 sq ft lot
  • pool
  • Trousdale construction
  • built in 1948    


Russell Hill
760.902.3121









Listed with Tyler, Todd, and Keith

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Thursday, April 19, 2012

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - Chino Canyon - 2494 N Via Monte Vis, $675,000.

I saw this unique home located in Palm Springs' Chino Canyon neighborhood a few weeks ago on broker caravan.  Designed by architect and owner, Reuel A Young, AIA and constructed in 2004, the home is situated on the street-to-street lot to  take advantage of the mountain views.

The home is bright and light with high ceilings and lots of glass.  The use of metal, wood, glass and concrete are used in perfect balance, creating a warm, yet modern environment. There are also playful elements, such as the mosaic tiled posts and 'expandable" fabric around the exposed HVAC duct work in the guest bedrooms.


Contact me for a private showing, or to learn more. 760.902.3121


  • 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths
  • 2713 sq ft conditioned space
  • 13,939 sq ft lot w/ mountain views
  • casita or pool house
  • designed by Reuel A. Young, AIA
  • built in 2004


Russell Hill
760.902.3121



Modern, contemporary architecture. 


Concrete, stone and bamboo flooring. "Barrel" ceiling.
Large kitchen with volume ceilings. Bright and light!
Master bedroom with direct access to pool/spa.
Walled garden with casita/pool house. Mountain views.



Listed with Paul Kaplan/Kris Rain
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Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - Indian Canyons - 2369 S Caliente Dr, $1,295,000.

I saw this fantastic home located in the Indian Canyons neighborhood on last week's broker caravan.  If you're looking for modern architecture and want to be on the golf course IN Palm Springs, you should schedule an appointment with me to see this home.  Designed by Stan Sackley and built in 1971, modern elements such as walls of glass, terrazzo flooring, and high ceilings abound in this open floor plan remodeled home.

Though on the golf course, the backyard is secluded by a heavily planted berm separating the garden and pool/spa from the public golf course space.  Looking from the home all you see is the garden, pool & spa and mountains beyond.  It's a stunning affect.

Contact me for a private showing.  760.902.3121


  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2.5 baths
  • 3208 sq ft of conditioned space
  • terrazzo flooring
  • walls of glass
  • designed by Stan Sackely
  • Built in 1971 

Russell Hill
760.902.3121


Beautiful landscaping in the back garden. The golf course is beyond the berm.
Terrazzo floors. Remodeled kitchen.
Walls of glass open to the back garden and to the mountains.
Ample seating area for entertaining poolside.
1971. Stan Sackley modern.



Listed with Tyler, Todd and Keith

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Thursday, March 01, 2012

Palm Springs Condos for Sale - Greenhouse East, $280K and $285K

Greenhouse East in Central Palm Springs is one of my favorite condo communities.  I like them so much because they have good floor plans, large private patios (room for spa), good natural light, garages, great central location, and a fantastic community lap pool surrounded by resort-like grounds.

I saw these two units on broker tour yesterday.  The first is a fixer 3 bdrm (or 2 bdrm + den), 3 bath with direct mountain views. The second is a 2 bedrm, 2 bath with nice "southwest" design elements and a pleasant patio.

Contact me to see either of these condos.  760.902.3121


Russell Hill
760.902.3121



467 N Calle Rolph, $280,000.

  • 3 bedrooms
  • 3 baths
  • 1650 sq ft conditioned space
  • large, private patio with mountain views
  • Fee (you own) land
  • HOA dues: $495. per month










Listed with Jim Schwietz



451 N. Calle Rolph, $285,000.

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 baths
  • 1362 sq ft conditioned space
  • Large, private patio
  •  Fee (you own) land
  • HOA dues: $495. per month






Listed with Scott Timberlake

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Palm Springs Homes for Sale - Open House - Tahquitz River Estates, 1571 San Lucas Rd., $479,000.

If you're in Palm Springs this weekend (March 3 and 4) and you're looking at real estate, come to my open house in the Tahquitz River Estates neighborhood.

Open Saturday, March 3, 1-3pm (or by appointment)

1571 San Lucas Rd


  • $479,000.
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 baths
  • saltwater pool/spa
  • slate flooring
  • Mountain views
  • Cash-generating vacation rental


Russell Hill
RussellHill@dc.rr.com
760.902.3121





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Monday, February 27, 2012

Palm Springs Gardens - My Newest Blog

I have a passion for selling real estate and it's what I do for a living. My other passion, though, is gardening and landscaping. If I were to choose another way to make money, it would, hopefully, involve plants.

I've thought for quite a while that I should have a gardening blog to somehow tie my passions for real estate and gardening together.  I've officially started the Palm Springs Garden Blog.  I hope my readers and followers will enjoy it as I build the site and continue to post plants and stories.  A link to the blog is on the right along with all the other links I have.  It's about half way down, or you can see the link HERE.


As always, I appreciate your comments and discussions.

 - Russell

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Saturday, February 25, 2012

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - 7 @ Twin Palms - 1822 Camino Real, $649,000.

If you're looking for a detached home without the maintenance that comes with a large garden,             7 @ Twin Palms might be a good solution for you.  Modern contemporary in design and located in a good south-end location just down the street from both The Ace Hotel and Koffi, this single level residence has many upgrades, including large baseboards and interior doors and hardware. The floors are polished concrete, which are a good match for our desert indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Direct mountain views from the pool and gardens.

To see inside, contact me at 760.902.3121


  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 baths
  • 1730 sq ft conditioned space
  • 5025 sf ft lot
  • two car garage
  • pool & spa
  • Built in 2001 


Russell Hill
760.902.3121



Living room and master bedroom open out to the garden and pool/spa.
Slab granite, canned lighting, stainless steel appliances.
3rd bedroom used as a den. Designer paint colors, "Hollywood Regency"
doors, wide baseboards.
7 modern contemporary residences in South Palm Springs.  Both
The Ace Hotel and Koffi are just down the street.



Listed with Benjamin Leaskou
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Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - Little Beverly Hills neighborhood - 510 S Beverly Dr., $495,000.

I saw this mid century Alexander located in South Palm Springs' Little Beverly Hills neighborhood a few weeks ago.  If you're looking for mid century design elements, such as walls of glass and tongue-and-groove ceilings, you should take a look at this home.

The kitchen and baths are tastefully remodeled and there's a fantastic private pool in the back garden.

For a showing, contact me.  760.902.3121


  • 4 bedrooms
  • 3 baths
  • 1677 sq ft conditioned space
  • 11,326 sq ft lot
  • Built in 1958


Russell Hill
760.902.3121


Walls of glass open to the back gardens with private pool
Tastefully remodeled kitchen; mid century integrity maintained.
Tongue-and-groove ceilings.
Large pool with water feature.


Listed with Jim Hladysh

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Friday, February 17, 2012

Palm Springs Homes and Condos For Sale - Palm Springs Open Houses


I have two open houses this weekend.

The first is a beautifully remodeled one bedroom condo in the popular Biltmore.

1552 Camino Real, #333, Saturday,2/19/12, 1-3pm, $109K (REDUCED)

The second is a great bungalow in Warm Sands. 1187 sf, 2/2, pool & spa

965 Vista Oro, 2/18/12, 11-2pm, $235K

Open Sunday, 2/19/12, 1-3pm.
1552 Camino Real, #333, Biltmore
Top Floor in building with elevator
Beautifully remodeled.
Come See! 





Open Saturday,2/18/12, 11-2pm
965 Vista Oro, Warm Sands
Fantastic views
Interior remodeled

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Thursday, February 16, 2012

Palm Springs Modernism Week

Palm Springs Modernism Week has officially started!  It's a great opportunity to see some wonderful architecture, design and culture.

I'll be a docent on Saturday afternoon at the tour of Park Imperial South in South Palm Springs. Over 300 tickets have been purchased for this tour.

See the links above to find out more about Modernism week and Park Imperial South.

Russell Hill
760.902.3121



 



Photo source: Parkimperialsouthps.com

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