Russell Hill, Palm Springs Area Real Estate

Listed with Kurtis Squyres

Friday, August 26, 2011

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - Twin Palms, $642,500.

I saw this 3 bedroom 2.5 bath remodeled Alexander at 1820 S Aquanetta Dr. in Palm Springs' Twin Palms neighborhood today and was impressed by much of the remodel. The flooring in the common areas of the home is white terrazzo tile with flecks of blue. They are quite nice, as is the sandblasted tongue and groove ceiling, which continues throughout to the eaves and is seen through the clearstory windows.

The architectural metal reveals, which separate the stucco on the exterior of the home, successfully give the home a more horizontal look. They are a very nice touch. The seamless metal roof ties in nicely.

The pool and spa are situated to take advantage of the mountain views, which are magical, in my opinion.

The remodeled kitchen is open and large and has lots of storage. There's plenty of room for an island, or a small kitchen table, if an owner wishes.

All bedrooms have a patio door to the pool/spa and gardens.

At 1600sf, this Alexander isn't huge, but it's open and bright and should offer just enough space for many people. Plus, the outdoor patio space adds a bunch of square footage!

For a private showing, contact me at 760.902.3121

Large remodeled kitchen with mountain views!

Modern fence is clean and creates an enclosed entry patio.

Pool and spa off the living room. A half bath is off the garage.

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

Listed with Brady Sandahl

Thursday, August 25, 2011

Summer Vacation in Idaho

I just recently returned from vacation in Idaho, including visits to The Grand Tetons National Park and Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming. We rented a great "cabin" in Driggs ID, on the west side of the Grand Tetons.

It was great to get out in nature and smell fresh mountain air!

Since this blog is about real estate, I thought I'd share some photos of houses near the cabin (which is really a house!) we stayed in.

View of the "Grand Teton" from the deck of the house.

One of the bigger homes in the area. Red metal roof.

Sprawling home with chimney out of river rock.

Our "cabin" Our two poodles loved it!

Another example of "mountain architecture"

A big log "cabin"

Russell Hill, deasy/penner&partners 760.902.3121 RussellHill@dc.rr.com HomeinPalmSprings.blogspot.com

Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Palm Springs Real Estate

55 homes and condos sold during the two weeks from 7/29 to 8/12/11.

Central Palm Springs:

Palm Springs Art Museum

Biarritz, 1/1, $51,000.
Pueblo Sands, 2/2, $69,000.
Casa Verde, 1/1, $73,000.
La Palme, 1/1, $105,000.
Rancho El Mirador, 2/2, $112,500.
La Palme, 2/2, $123,500.
Rose Garden, 2/2, $145,000.
Plaza Villas, 2/2, $145,000.
Desert Lanai, 3/2, $155,000.
Greenhouse East, 2/2, $175,000.
The Villas in Old PS, 2/2.5, $556,000.

Median Sales Price: $123,500.; $132.30SF

Sun Villas, 3/2, $160,000.
El Rancho Vista Estates, 3/2, $177,000.
Sunrise Park, 3/2, $315,000.
Sun Villas, 3/2, $405,000.
Ruth Hardy Park, 4/3, $447,000.
Sunrise Park, 4/3, $475,000.
Sunrise Park, 4/2.5, $485,000.
Sunrise Park, 4/3, $500,000.
Sunrise Park, 3/3.5, $590,000.
Sunrise Park, 5/3, $625,000.
Old Las Palmas, 4/5, $1,535,000.

Median Sales Price: $475,000.; $222.75SF

South Palm Springs:

Biltmore, 2/2, $54,000.
Canyon CC Estados, 2/2, $73,500.
Esprit, 2/2, $95,000.
Canyon CC Estados, 3/2, $100,000.
Canyon South 1, 2/2, $100,000.
Sandstone Villas, 2/2, $103,000.
Mountain Shadows, 3/2, $119,900.
Mountain Shadows, 2/2, $120,000.
Calypso Palms, 1/2, $125,000.
Versailles, 2/2, $147,000.
The Point, 2/2, $147,500.
Canyon View Condos, 2/2, $149,000.
Canyon CC Colony, 2/2, $173,000.
Mesquite Country Club, 2/2, $185,000.
Biltmore Colony, 2/2, $206,000.
Villa Roma, 2/2, $220,000.
Royal Hawaiian, 2/2, $225,000.

Median Sales Price: $125,000.; $112.94SF

Warm Sands, 2/2, $159,000.
Tahquitz River Estates, 3/1, $240,000.
Pintura, 3/2.5, $320,000.
Indian Canyons, 3/3, $360,500.
Tahquitz Creek Golf, 3/2, $369,000.
The Mesa, 3/3, $435,000.
Jasmine Homes, 3/2, $447,000.
Indian Canyons, 3/3.5, $480,000.
Warm Sands, 3/3, $499,000.
Biltmore Colony, 3/3.5, $560,000.
Luminaire, 2/2.5, $560,000.
Biltmore Colony, 4/3.5, $660,000.
Araby, 3/3, $660,000.
The Mesa, 3/3, $750,000.
Andreas Palms, 4/4.5, $1,000,000.
Andreas Hills, 4/4.5, $1,450,000.

Median Sales Price: $489,500.; $209.14SF

Source: Desert Area MLS

Russell Hill, deasy/penner&partners, 760.902.3121 RussellHill@dc.rr.com, HomeinPalmSprings.blogspot.com

Tuesday, August 02, 2011

William Holden Home in Deepwell Sold!

Palm Springs' Deepwell neighborhood was once home to William Holden. His former home at 1323 S Driftwood sold last week for $1,349,000. per the Desert Area MLS.

The home is a wonderful example of original mid century architecture with walls of glass, terrazzo flooring, post and beam construction and tongue and groove ceilings. The home sits on almost one acre of land.

It will be exciting to see what the new owner will do (if anything?) to this prize property.

Source: Desert Area MLS. Russell Hill, deasy/penner&partners 760.902.3121 RussellHill@dc.rr.com

Former home of William Holden, Deepwell neighborhood, Palm Springs, CA

Listed with Sean Casey and Lisa Casey

Monday, August 01, 2011

Palm Springs Real Estate

29 homes and condos exchanged hands for the week of 7/22 through 7/28/11 in Central and South Palm Springs. Not bad for being deep in the heat of summer!

Central Palm Springs:

Ramon Estados, 2/2, $65,100.
"Central Palm Springs", 1/1, $68,000.
Biarritz, 1/1, $76,500.
Village Racquet Club, 3/3, $160,000.
Sunrise Oasis, 2/2, $165,000.
Tierra Hermosa, 2/2, $220,000.
Palm Regency, 2/2.5, $225,000.

Median Sales Price, $160K, $116.55SF

Ruth Hardy Park, 3/1, $166,803.
Sun Villas, 3/2, $298,000.
Ruth Hardy Park, 3/3.5, $575,000.
Vista Las Palmas, 3/3, $700,000.
Las Palmas Heights, 4/4.5, $1,180,000.

Median Sales Price, $575K, $215.75SF

South Palm Springs:

Palm Canyon Villas, 1/2, $87,500.
Sandstone Villas, 2/2, $88,555.
Ocotillo Lodge, 1/1, $90,000.
Sunflower, 3/3, $137,500.
Ramona Villas, 2/2, $150,000.
Mountain Shadows, 3/2.5, $165,000.
Mesquite Country Club, 2/2, $209,000.
Canyon Estates, 3/3, $280,000.
Canyon Estates, 3/2.5, $305,000.
Canyon Estates, 3/2.5, $325,000.
Kings Point, 3/2.5, $355,000.

Median Sales Price, $165,000., $121.99SF

Demuth Park, 4/3, $115,000.
Tahquitz River Estates, 3/2, $465,000.
Los Compadres, 3/3, $470,000.
Twin Palms, 4/4.5, $855,000.
Indian Canyons, 3/3.5, $875,000.
Deepwell, 4/3.5, $1,349,000.

Median Sales Price, $662,500., $204.35SF

Source: Desert Area MLS. Russell Hill deasy/penner@parnters, 760.902.3121 RussellHill@dc.rr.com

Friday, July 29, 2011

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - The Mesa, $830,000.

I saw this spectacular post & beam constructed home in The Mesa neighborhood on this week's broker tour. It's modern and warm with lots of natural light and drop gorgeous mountain and valley views.

I have admired this home (from just seeing it from the street) for a long time, so I was excited to be able to see the inside.

This home sits at the top of the road; the mountain is RIGHT THERE!

The finishes are nicely done. Bamboo flooring, designer tile, Fleetwood sliders and more.

Two bedrooms and two baths in 1500 square feet. There are approved plans for a third bedroom/bath to be constructed over the garage. I can envision a fantastic master suite with unobstructed valley and mountain views!

Contact me for showings or more information - 760.902.3121

Fantastic location in The Mesa neighborhood

Modern and warm with use of "green" technologies for energy efficiency

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

Listed with Sean Casey and Lisa Casey

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Palm Springs Condos for Sale - Greenhouse East - $320,000.

Most of my condo buyers want a single level condo with no one above them. There are several developments in Central and South Palm Springs that are options, but Greenhouse East, in my opinion, is one of the best.

This unit at 486 Hermosa Dr is the larger floor plan with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths. Many buyers use the 3rd bedroom located adjacent to the living room as a den. It works well that way. The layout is great with essentially two master suites, each with a slider out to the patio. The patio for 486 faces west, and with a little effort, will have good mountain views. While this home does not have a spa ( or small pool), many in Greenhouse East do. I think that's one of the things I like best about these condos: a large private walled patio with space for a spa, or even a small pool!

The grounds are nicely maintained and there is a swimmer's pool. Probably one of the best in Palm Springs! You can relax in privacy in your own spa, but get exercise in the swimmer's pool.

Fantastic layout in Greenhouse East, Palm Springs

Probably one of the best pools in Palm Springs!

486 needs a little updating, but the space is terrific, the location ideal. Contact me if you want a showing. Greenhouse East is really great! 760.902.3121

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

Listed with Donna Larson and Neil Nussbaum

Monday, July 25, 2011

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - Deepwell, $779,000.

There's another high quality "fix and flip" in the Deepwell neighborhood. This one at 1012 S Paseo De Marcia has 4 bedrooms and 4 baths in just over three thousand square feet. I showed this house last year when it was for sale as a foreclosure and saw then the potential for this fantastic house! When I saw the home last weekend, I was impressed with the remodel. What a difference! It has a great floor plan, lots of natural light through many new dual-pane windows and a modern kitchen open to the family room and the back gardens with pool. If you want to see this classy remodel built in 1955, contact me for a showing. 760.902.3121

Family room with direct access to back gardens and pool

Sparkling pool in Deepwell, Palm Springs, CA

Mid-century home in Deepwell, Palm Springs. Corner lot

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

Listed with The Cyr Stray Team

Friday, July 22, 2011

Palm Springs REal Estate

21 properties sold in Central and South Palm Springs for the week 7/15/11 to 7/21/11.

Central Palm Springs:

Biarittz, 1/1, $54,300.
Catalina Grove, 1/1, $65,800.
Catalina Grove, 2/2, $85,200.
Deauville, 2/2, $215,900.
Tennis Club, 2/2.5, $260,000.
Villas in Old PS, 2/2.25, $530,000.

Median Sales Price: $150,550., $151.11SF

Sunrise Park, 3/3, $250,000.
Sun Villas, 3/2, $325,500.
Old Las Palmas, 3/3, $700,000.

Median Sales Price: $325,500., $186.82SF

South Palm Springs:

Fairways, 2/2, $52,500.
Casa Sonora, 2/2, $110,000.
Summerset Springs, 2/2, $125,000.
Palm Villas, 3/2, $152,000.
Firebird, 2/2, $157,500.
Casa Sonora, 3/2, $159,000.
Biltmore Colony, 2/2, $184,000.
Versailles, 2/2, $221,500.
Biltmore Colony, 3/2, $225,000.

Median Sales Price: $157,500., $113.95SF

Los Compadres, 4/3, $425,000.
Indian Canyons, 3/2, $435,000.
Alta, 4/4.5, $1,275,000.

Median Sales Price: $435,000., $246.36SF

Source: Desert Area MLS.

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Palm Springs Condos for Sale - Cocotero

Cocotero, located in the Warm Sands neighborhood in South Palm Springs, just off Sunny Dunes, is one of my very favorite condo communities! There are only 12 units in this beautifully designed and landscaped property. Each unit is appointed nicely with slab granite, travertine flooring and wonderful (and energy efficient) windows. The windows, in my opinion, really set this building apart from every other built recently in Palm Springs.

Amenities include pool and spa, covered and gated parking, close proximity to downtown, restaurants, shops and bars.

There are three units currently available. Prices range from $239K to $259K. Contact me to see any or all of them! 760.902.3121

Cocotero, a 12 unit condominium property in Warm Sands,
Palm Springs

Gated development near downtown Palm Springs. Stunning "retro"
style energy efficient windows

Russell Hill

deasy/penner&partners

760.902.3121

RussellHill@dc.rr.com

RussellHillintheDesert.com

HomeinPalmSprings.blogspot.com

Listed with Neil D Curry

Saturday, July 16, 2011

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - Deepwell, $829,000.

There's a fantastic new listing in the Deepwell neighborhood on Deepwell Rd. It's a glamorous re-do (last purchased in January, 2011) designed by H3K Design.

beautiful 24" floor tile. Fireplace, wet bar

Built in 1957, this mid century is sprawling and contemporary in feel. Indoor-outdoor living is a breeze and the south-facing backyard with pool and spa will get great winter light. Awe inspiring views year round!

There are beautiful 24" floor tiles throughout the common areas of the home, plus more beautiful wall tile used in the kitchen and baths. Lots of natural light fills the home from walls of glass along the back and from large windows facing the front (north).

The master shower is huge! No worries about bumping the walls in this shower! The two additional bedrooms each are en-suite.

If you're looking for a mid century home with lots of space, natural light and a certain wow factor, contact me to see this home! 760.902.3121

updated kitchen with "wall of tile"

South-facing pool and spa in the Deepwell Neighborhood!

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

Listed with Wendy Lapham

Palm Springs Real Estate

18 properties exchanged hands in Central and South Palm Springs for the week of July 7 through 14, 2011.

Those entered first are condos or town homes. Below are single family homes.

Central Palm Springs:

Catalina Grove, 1/1, $56,000.
Sagewood, 2/2, $165,000.
Sunrise Alejo, 3/2, $165,000.
Tierra Hermosa, 3/3, $357,000.

Median Sales Price: $165,000., $137.54SF

Ruth Hardy Park, 3/2, $390,000.
Ruth Hardy Park, 3/3, $625,000.
Tahquitz Canyon, 4/4, $650,000.

Median Sales Price: $625,000., $199.60SF

South Palm Springs:

Palm Springs Golf/Tennis, 1/1.25, $86,950.
Los Pueblos, 2/2, $145,000.
Canyon Estates, 2/2, $236,000.
Canyon Estates, 2/2, $397,500.
Seven Lakes Country Club, 3/3.5, $560,000.

Median Sales Price: $236,000., $165.44SF

Deepwell, 3/3, $265,000.
Tahquitz River Estates, 3/3, $499,000.
Tahquitz River Estates, 3/3, $499,900.
The Mesa, 3/3, $530,000.
Park Escoba, 4/3, $610,000.
Deepwell, 4/3, $742,000.

Median Sales Price: $514,950., $233.57SF

Source: Desert Area MLS

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Palm Springs Homes For Sale - Deepwell, Donald Wexler, AIA, $734,000.

This is a fantastic 1956 mid-century modern Donald Wexler, AIA designed home. Walls of glass open to the nicely landscaped backyard and patios and pool/spa. Clearstory windows bring in beautiful natural light and the tongue-groove ceilings give an open and airy feel. There are 3 bedrooms and 3 baths in over 1760SF. Use your imagination for the tent (cabana) in the side garden!

The Deepwell neighborhood is a terrific neighborhood located in close proximity to the mountains, the Village of Palm Springs, and to numerous restaurants, including my favorites El Mirasol and King's Highway located inside the Ace Hotel.

Contact me if you have questions about this home, or if you want a private showing - 760.902.3121

Private pool and spa in Deepwell

Walls of Glass - designed by Donald Wexler, AIA

Fantastic desert gardens surround this mid-century modern home

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

RussellHill@dc.rr.com

Listed with Langham & Weimer

Palm Springs Real Estate

There were 20 sales of condos and single family homes from July 1 through 7, 2011 in Central and South Palm Springs.

Central Palm Springs:

Casitas Arenas, 2/2, $$195,000.

Ruth Hardy Park, 3/2, $171,000.
Sunrise Park, 3/2, $270,150.
Sunrise Park, 3/2, $340,000.
Vista Las Palmas, 4/3, $710,000.
Vista Las Palmas, 4/3, $775,000.
Old Las Palmas, 4/4.5, $900,000.

South Palm Springs:

Seven Lakes Country Club, 1/2, $59,250.
Estados South, 2/2, $108,000.
Casa Canyon, 2/2, $129,000.
Villas De Las Flores, 2/2, $150,000.
Canyon South 2, 2/2, $175,000.
The Pointe, 2/2, $199,000.
Sandcastles, 2/2, $210,000.
Versailles, 2/2, $310,000.

Deepwell Ranch, 2/3, $299,000.
Los Compadres, 4/3, $425,000.
Los Compadres, 3/2, $525,000.
Monte Sereno, 4/4.5, $886,500.

Source: Desert Area MLS

Saturday, July 09, 2011

Palm Springs Real Estate

There were 52 sales in South and Central Palm Springs from June 22 to 30, 2011. These include both condos and single family homes.

The data is below:

Central Palm Springs:

Biarritz, 1/1, $56,256.
Catalina Grove, 1/1, $$65,000.
Villa Alejo, 2/2, $81,500.
Casa De Oro, 2/2, $$82,000.
Ramon Estados, 2/2, $$82,200.
Village Racquet Club, 2/2, $96,000.
Casa Verde, 2/2, $98,000.
Rancho El Mirador, 2/2, $120,000.
Sunrise Alejo, 2/2, $142,900.
St Tropez Villas, 2/2.25, $155,000.
48@Baristo, 2/2.5, $350,000.
The Villas in Old PS, 3/3.5, $630,000.

Median Sales Price: $97,000. $119.89SF

Sunrise Park, 3/2, $209,000.
Sun Villas, 3/2, $280,000.
Movie Colony, 3/3, $291,970.
Ruth Hardy Park, 3/2, $300,000.
Ruth Hardy Park, 3/2, $328,000.
Old Las Palmas, 5/5.5, $650,000.
Tennis Club, 3/2, $675,000.

Median Sales Price: $314,000. $196.03SF

South Palm Springs:

Smoketree Racquet Club, 1/1, $43,000.
Sandstone Villas, 1/1, $59,900.
Fairways, 2/1.5, $60,000.
Fairways, 2/2.5, $68,000.
Esprit, 1/1, $68,000.
Smoketree Racquet Club, 1/1, $85,000.
Estados South, 2/2, $102,000.
Biltmore, 2/1, $105,000.
Casa Sonora, 2/2, $117,500.
Canyon South 1, 2/2, $117,500.
Palm Springs Golf/Tennis, 2/2, $203,000.
Waverly Park, 2/2, $235,000.
Seven Lakes Country Club, 3/3, $250,000.
Deepwell Ranch, 3/3, $340,000.
Canyon View Estates, 3/2, $355,000.
Andreas Hills, 3/2.5, $357,000.
Canyon View Estates, 3/2, $365,000.
Canyon Heights, 3/7, $402,000.

Median Sales Price: $117,500., $119.26SF

Demuth Park, 3/1, $85,000.
Demuth Park, 3/2, $113,000.
Warm Sands, 2/2, $187,500.
Canyon Estates, 3/3, $198,000.
Ridgeview, 3/2, $260,000.
Tahquitz Creek Golf, 3/2, $262,000.
Warm Sands, 2/2, $287,500.
Tahquitz River Estates, 3/3, $350,000.
Tahquitz Creek Golf, 3/2, $390,000.
Tahquitz Creek Golf, 3/2, $405,000.
Twin Palms, 3/2, $410,000.
Tahquitz River Estates, 2/2.5, $420,000.
Tahquitz River Estates, 3/2, $470,000.
Los Compadres, 5/3.5, $525,000.
Indian Canyons, 3/2, $535,000.

Median Sales Price: $350,000., $176.76SF

Russell Hill

deasy/penner&partners

760.902.3121

RussellHill@dc.rr.com

RussellHillintheDesert.com

HomeinPalmSprings.blogspot.com

Source: Desert Area MLS.

Thursday, July 07, 2011

Palm Springs Homes For Sale - Sunrise Park - $499,000.

This mid-century home was built in 1963 and retains many of the original details, such as a natural white stone facade, raked stucco and curved walls. One of my favorite things about this home is the private courtyard entry. It's a perfect spot for lounging in privacy, or meals al fresco. The pool is private and has a unique spa that will hold 8+ people! 4 bedrooms, 3 baths.

With some cosmetic work this home could be fabulous!

For more details and/or a private showing, contact me at 760.902.3121

432 Burton Way, Sunrise Park Neighborhood, Palm Springs

Fantastic private courtyard

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

Listed by: Edward Marteka

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Palm Springs Condo For Sale - Sunrise East - $426,000.

For buyers looking for a condo that lives like a single family house in almost 2000SF, this unit in Sunrise East might be the one! Over the years many of the originally designed atriums have been converted to living space, but not in this home! Instead, there is a fantastic spa to enjoy year round! When you're not soaking, it serves as a beautiful water feature visible from the entry, living room and from the office/den. The layout of the home is open and airy with ample space for entertaining. 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths are down the hall, as well as a laundry room and two-car garage! A large patio looks out to the resort-like grounds. The community pool/spa are close by. Contact me if you want to see this exceptional condo located in the gated community of Sunrise East. 760.902.3121

Russell Hill

deasy/penner&partners

760.902.3121

RussellHill@dc.rr.com

RussellHillintheDesert.com

HomeinPalmSprings.blogspot.com

Listed by Gil Rose

Sunday, June 26, 2011

Los Compadres Neighborhood Formation Meeting

Residents of the Los Compadres neighborhood, under the leadership of Christine Hammond, are in the early stages of organizing the neighborhood to become members of the Office of Neighborhood Involvement with the City of Palm Springs.

Come hear the benefits of organizing a Los Compadres Neighborhood Group. First residents' meeting is Monday, 6/27/11, 6:30pm, corner of El Cielo and Escoba (inside the Palm Springs Baptist Church).

Los Compadres Neighborhood, Palm Springs, CA

Russell Hill

760.902.3121