Palm Springs & Desert area Real Estate

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

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - Los Compadres - 1486 S Cerritos Dr., $579,900.

This new listing in the Los Compadres neighborhood has 4 bedrooms and 3 baths in 2122 sq. ft.  The walled courtyard makes a nice entry and is a wonderful spot to enjoy breakfast.  French doors open to the pool surrounded by a lush garden. Vaulted ceilings with a wood treatment add warmth and "volume" to the open living space.

Contact me to see more of this great home located within close proximity to shopping, dining and other services.  760.902.3121


  • 4 bedrooms
  • 3 baths
  • 2122 square feet
  • 10,454. square foot lot
  • Spanish Ranch architecture
  • Built in 1974  
Open floor plan for easy entertaining.  
Nice curb appeal.
Private backyard with pool.  Easy indoor-outdoor living.


Russell Hill
HOM-Sotheby's International Realty
760.902.3121



Listed with Ralph Laramie, HK Lane Real Estate
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Friday, October 12, 2012

Palm Springs Homes For Sale - Tahquitz River Estates - 1571 San Lucas Rd, Price Reduction: $465,000.


New Price.  Inventory remains low, particularly at this price point. Contact me at 760.902.3121 for a showing, or with any questions about this warm ranch home in the Tahquitz River Estates neighborhood.



Located in the Tahquitz River Estates neighborhood, this updated cash-generating vacation home maintains many of the period architectural elements of the early 1950s. Beautiful casement windows bring natural light into the warm interior with open-beam natural wood tongue-and-groove ceilings and slate stone flooring. The kitchen, with slab granite counter tops and cherry wood cabinetry is open to the living room and dining area for easy entertaining. The master suite, with French doors to the private back garden and pool/spa, is separate from the three guest bedrooms. Another set of French doors open to the side garden, koi pond, pool/spa, and patio space which is perfect for alfresco dining, or simply relaxing pool-side. Entertainment, outdoor activities, restaurants, and shopping are in close proximity.






  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 baths
  • 1602 sq ft
  • saltwater pool/spa
  • Cash-generating Vacation rental property

Russell Hill
760.902.3121



Listed with Russell Hill, HOM-Sotheby's International Realty

                                              
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Thursday, October 04, 2012

Palm Springs Real Estate - Old Las Palmas & Vista Las Palmas Neighborhoods

There are four new listings and three recent sales in the Old Las Palmas and Vista Las Palmas neighborhoods.

Contact me at 760.902.3121 if you're interested in seeing property in Old Las Palmas or Vista Las Palmas, or if you are considering selling your home in the neighborhood.

New Listings:

Photo Source: Palm Springs Life.
Vista Las Palmas

1177 N Vista Vespero, 4/3.5, $1,249,000.

Old Las Palmas

555 W Via Lola, 5/4, $1,195,000.
535 W Via Lola, 4/5, $1,995,000.
1425 N Vine Ave., 3/3.5, $2,695,000.

Sold:

465 W Vereda Sur, 3/3, $750,000.
968 N Rose Ave., 3/3.25, $870,000.
494 W Hermosa Pl., 5/5, $1,150,000.


Russell Hill
760.902.3121

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Wednesday, October 03, 2012

Palm Springs Homes For Sale - Vista Las Palmas - 1177 N Vista Vespero, $1,249,000.

I saw this fantastic Alexander built home in Vista Las Palmas neighborhood today on broker caravan.  It is a stunning example of mid century modernism architecture and design.  Walls of glass, warm wood, cool concrete, high ceilings, and clean lines.

For a private showing, contact me at 760.902.3121

Walls of glass open to the back garden with pool.
Sleek, modern kitchen. Skylights flood the kitchen with natural light.
Sandblasted tongue-and-grove ceilings. Mountain views through the
walls of glass. Concrete floors.
Fourth bedroom is used as an office. Walls of
glass look out to the front garden.


  • 4 bedrooms
  • 3.5 baths
  • 2301 sq ft
  • 12,197 sf ft lot
  • Built in 1958

Russell Hill
760.902.3121

HomeinPalmSprings.blogspot.com



Listed with TKK, HK Lane-Christie's Great Estates
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Monday, October 01, 2012

Palm Springs Homes For Sale - Los Compadres - 1377 S San Joaquin Dr, $469,000.

This 1964 Ranch home in Los Compadres came on the market last week and went into escrow over the weekend!

Contact me to see more homes like this one, or if you are interested in listing your Palm Springs home for sale. 760.902.3121

1377 S San Joaquin Dr., Los Compadres neighborhood, Palm Springs.



  • 4 bedrooms
  • 3 baths
  • 2000 sq ft
  • pool
  • attached "casita"
Russell Hill
760.902.3121






Listed with Patrick/Stewart, Windermere Real Estate 

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Friday, September 28, 2012

Chairman Richard M Milanovich Memorial Bridge

The Chairman Richard Milanovich Memorial Bridge recently opened in South Palm Springs.  This new connection now allows motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians a new, easier way to get through Palm Springs. The route also offers stunning views.  One can now travel from the neighborhoods of Old Las Palmas, Vista Las Palmas, & Tennis Club to neighborhoods on the South end such as The Mesa, Warm Sands, Tahquitz River Estates, Deepwell, and Los Compadres without taking Palm Canyon Dr.  Those in Warm Sands can now bike easily from home to the Canyons on S Palm Canyon or to downtown PS without riding on busy roads.

When you're in town next, check out the new bridge and roadway (Belardo).

Chairman Richard M Milanovich Memorial Bridge.
Photo source: The Desert Sun.
Photo source: The Desert Sun.
 
Russell Hill
deasy/penner&partners
760.902.3121

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Thursday, September 27, 2012

Palm Springs Real Estate - Tahquitz River Estates Neighborhood

There are two new listings in the Tahquitz River Estates neighborhood.

The listing on Mesquite Ave. is a remodel, bought as fixer in late June for $357,000.

Contact me at 760.902.3121 to see either of these homes, or other listings in the Tahquitz River Estates neighborhood.

877 E Biltmore Pl., 4/3, $450,000. (short sale)
958 E Mesquite Ave., 3/3, $529,000.

"Swimmer's" pool in the Tahquitz River Estates Neighborhood, Palm Springs.
Russell Hill
760.902.3121

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Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Palm Springs Condos For Sale - Tennis Club Condos - 555 W Baristo Rd, #C38, $695,000.

Location, location, location.  This location can't be beat!  This Tennis Club detached condo is located at the base of the mountain (really!) and is within blocks of downtown restaurants, bars, and shops. For lunch out closer to home, pass through the gate to Spencer's!

In almost 3000 sq ft, this 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath condo needs to be finished (paint, appliances, and some fixtures) to shine.  All new beautiful flooring, cabinetry, tile and stone work, new energy-efficient windows and doors, etc, etc.

Contact me to get a peek inside.  760.902.3121

New cabinetry. Marble counter tops. Finish with appliances.
Limestone flooring. Energy-efficient patio doors open to large patio
tucked up against the mountain!
Spa-like baths. Ann Saks tile.
Beautiful grounds. Tennis is just beyond to the left.


  • 3 bedrooms
  • 3.5 baths
  • 2934 sf ft.
  • large patio and balcony.

Russell Hill
760.902.3121

HomeinPalmSprings.blogspot.com


Listed with Sandra Quinn, Prudential Real Estate
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Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Palm Springs Real Estate - Los Compadres Neighborhood

There has been a flurry of activity in the Los Compadres neighborhood located in South Palm Springs.
There is one new listing, a foreclosure on Renee Cir, and a "back on the market" on San Mateo Cir. Both of these are on fee (you own) land.

There have been five sales, a couple which are good sales that should help anyone in the neighborhood thinking about selling.

New Listings:

1966 E Renee Cir., 3/2, $369,900.
2543 E San Mateo Cir., 3/2, $429,000.

Sold:

3184 E Cajon Cir., 3/2, $279,000. (lease land)
3290 Cambridge Ct., S., 4/3, $389,000. (lease land)
3153 E Sonora Rd., 3/3, $424,000. (lease land)
1500 S Farrell Dr., 3/3, $435,000.
1585 Sonora Ct., 3/2.5, $567,000.

Contact me at 760.902.3121 if you have questions about the market in the neighborhood.  Click on the link at "Los Compadres" above to see current listings.

Early 70's Spanish Ranch architecture common in parts of the
Los Compadres neighborhood.  


Russell Hill
760.902.3121

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Friday, September 21, 2012

Stark+Kent Gallery

Palm Springs has a new art gallery located downtown at 192 S Palm Canyon Dr.  Stark+Kent Gallery  recently opened, representing several artists from across North America.  Their grand opening is Oct 27. Check out their website at the link above, or, better yet, stop in and see some art.

"Deep Dive" by Samantha French. Samantha's work is
represented at Stark+Kent Gallery.


Russell Hill
760.902.3121

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Thursday, September 20, 2012

Palm Springs Condos For Sale - Royal Hawaiian, $215,000.

This fixer condo in the Royal Hawaiian has lots of potential.  The extra large patio has gorgeous views of the mountains!  The Royal Hawaiian was designed in 1960 by the architecture firm of Wexler and Harrison.  Today, the development is a designated residential historic district by the City of Palm Springs. This designation allows condo's Homeowner's Association to apply for  Mills Act status for reduced property taxes for condo owners.

If you want more information about this condo, contact me at 760.902.3121

Mid Century Tiki Polynesian architecture.
Great bones. Walls of glass looking out to the large patio.
A million dollar view! 
One of two pools/spas both surrounded by lush landscaping.


  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 baths
  • 1289 sq ft
  • large patio
  • built in 1961

Russell Hill
760.902.3121





Listed with Michael Romberg, Coldwell Banker
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Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Palm Springs Real Estate - Deepwell

There are two new listings in the Deepwell neighborhood located in South Palm Springs.

If you would like more information on either of these, or other Deepwell listings, contact me at 760.902.3121

1224 Deepwell Rd., 3/2, $749,000.
1520 S Driftwood Dr., 5/5, $798,000.

Palm Springs is a community of neighborhoods. The Deepwell
neighborhood is marked by these attractive red signs on major
streets leading to the neighborhood.


Russell Hill
760.902.3121

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Friday, September 14, 2012

Palm Springs Real Estate - Old Las Palmas & Vista Las Palmas

There are four new listings in the neighborhoods of Vista Las Palmas and Old Las Palmas; three in Vista Las Palmas and one in Old Las Palmas.  There are also a few recently sold properties.

New Listings:

Vista Las Palmas

750 W Leisure Way, 3/2, $829,000.
855 N High Rd., 4/4, $949,000.
1155 Los Robles Dr., 3/3, $1,050,000.

Old Las Palmas

700 Prescott Dr., SE, 3/3.5, $1,099,000.

Sold:

795 N Dry Falls Rd., 3/2, $675K
1287 Los Robles Dr., 4/3, $810K
1277 N Rose Ave., 4/4, $1,010,000.
1101 N Via Monte Vista, 4/4, $1,198,500.
587 Camino Del Sur, 5/5, $1,850,000.
600 N Cahuilla Rd., 4/6, $2,700,000.

Source: Desert Area MLS



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

RussellHillintheDesert.com
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Thursday, September 13, 2012

Palm Springs Home Sales for August 2012/South Palm Springs

A couple days ago I posted the August sales data for Palm Springs.  Below is the data for South Palm Springs (area 334 in our Desert Area MLS).

Single Family:

22 sales
high sales price: $1,030,000.
low sales: $210K
median sales price: $540K                      Aug '11 median sales price: $487,500.  18 sales

Condos:

48 sales
high sales price: $650K
low sales price: $27,970.
median sales price: $157,349.50.          Aug '11 median sales price: $138K 39 sales.


Russell Hill
760.902.3121

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Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - Vista Las Palmas - 750 W. Leisure Way, $829,000.

This new listing in the Vista Las Palmas neighborhood was my favorite on today's broker caravan.

With three bedrooms & two baths, this mid century Alexander built home has postcard worthy mountain views, beautiful stonework, and walls of glass for a seamless indoor-outdoor lifestyle.

Contact me for more information, or for a private showing. 760.902.3121

Private pool and stunning mountain views.
Open beam ceilings, stone fireplace, lots of glass opening to backyard.
Open floor plan. Updated kitchen. Tasteful tile floor.
Master bath with views to the back garden.
Alexander built home on corner lot in Vista Las Palmas.

  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 baths
  • 1876 sq ft.
  • 10,019. sq ft lot.
  • Built in 1961

Russell Hill
760.902.3121





Listed with Tyler, Todd, & Keith, HK Lane-Christie's Great Estates
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Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Palm Springs Home Sales for August, 2012

Below are the sales numbers for single family homes and condo sales in Palm Springs.

There were 75 sales single family home sales in August '12:

Low sales price: $75K
High sales price: $1,850,000.

Median sales price: $380K              Aug '11 median sales price: $339,250

Avg price per sq ft: $207.18

There were 88 condo sales in August '12:

Low sales price: $27,970.
High sales price: $650K

Median sales price: $146K               Aug '11 median sales price: $120K

Avg. price per sq ft: $124.90.


Contact me for specific sales data for your neighborhood or condo development.

Russell Hill
760.902.3121

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Thursday, September 06, 2012

"Bumping along the Bottom" and A Good Time to Buy or Sell

Here's an interesting article from the Wall Street Journal.  Read it HERE for a good perspective on the current market.  We all know that real estate is local.  I think it's too soon to make a similar assessment about the Palm Springs real estate market, especially over the long term.  We are seeing price increases and a low inventory of homes for sale.  If our low inventory remains, I think it's safe to look for continued price increases.  Buyers who see value in a home are snapping them up fast.  Those listings that aren't perceived as good value stay on the market, even with the low inventory.  It can be challenging for buyers and sellers!

If you're looking to buy or sell, contact me at 760.902.3121 or at RussellHill@dc.rr.com and we can talk in more detail about our local market.

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Friday, August 31, 2012

Palm Springs Real Estate - Tahquitz River Estates

There's a new listing in the Tahquitz River Estates neighborhood.  Three bedrooms, three baths, 1627 sq ft. Pool & spa.  Fantastic mountain views.  Located on a great street.

Contact me to see inside, or for more information. 760.902.3121

147 E Morongo Rd., 3/3, $559,000.

Russell Hill
760.902.3121

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Thursday, August 30, 2012

Palm Springs Real Estate - Deepwell Neighborhood

There are two recent price reductions in the Deepwell neighborhood. They are also the first and second least expensive listings currently in the neighborhood.

1322 S Paseo De Marcia, 3/3, $619,000.
1349 S Sagebrush Rd., 3/3.25, $645,000.

Modern architecture in the Deepwell Neighborhood, Palm Springs.


Russell Hill
760.902.3121

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Burned Iconic Architecture Will Be Demolished In Rancho Mirage

The former Chart House Restaurant in Rancho Mirage that burned last January will be demolished, as the Desert Sun reports.

It's really too bad; it was a beautiful building, inside and out.  Read more about the building, designed reportedly by Ken Kellogg, at Curbed LA.

I admired that building every time I drove by it.  I'll miss it terribly.




Designed by Ken Kellogg. Organic Modernism.

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Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Palm Springs Condo for Sale - Canyon View Estates - 2380 S Skyview Dr., $249,000.

Designed by Palmer & Krisel and built in 1963,  aficionados of mid-century architecture love Canyon View Estates condos.   This condo, with walls of glass, clerestory windows, block screens, mountain views,  and a great location is ready to move into.  The baths and kitchen are tastefully remodeled.

Contact me for more details.  760.902.3121

Mid-century architecture, 1963
Bright and light!
High ceilings, clerestory windows.
Tastefully remodeled kitchen.
"spa-like" baths.
Great south-end location.  Mountain views.
 

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 baths
  • 1146 sq ft
  • built in 1963

Russell Hill
760.902.3121





Listed with Joe Simeone, Windermere Real Estate
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Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - Los Compadres - 1424 San Joaquin Dr., $699,000.

I listed this home on San Joaquin Dr. in Los Compadres in Palm Springs when the current owners bought it.  It's a terrific house!  I haven't been inside yet, but expect it to be a great house still.  The photos below are from when I listed the home in late 2005.  It sold in February '06 for $825K.

The home has an open floor plan, is bright and light with lots of windows and patio doors to the back garden and pool.

Contact me to see inside this fantastic house. 760.902.3121

High ceilings, bamboo flooring, lots of natural light. photo from 2005
Updated kitchen. photo from 2005
Natural stone coping around the pool.  Raised spa with waterfall into pool. Photo from 2005
1424 San Joaquin Dr, Los Compadres, Palm Springs.  Photo from 2005.


  • 4 bedrooms
  • 3.5 baths
  • 2668 sq ft
  • 12,197 sq ft lot
  • built in 1986

Russell Hill
760.902.3121





Listed with Pat Rosillo & Rick Rosillo, Windermere Real Estate
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Friday, August 24, 2012

Tennis Club Neighborhood, Palm Springs

There are currently four homes for sale in Palm Springs' Tennis Club neighborhood.  All four have been active for quite a while, but the one below just recently came back on the market.  To see all current listings in the neighborhood, click on the link above.

360 S Monte Vista Dr., 3/2.75, $685,000.

Russell Hill
760.902.3121

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Thursday, August 23, 2012

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - Movie Colony - 500 N Phillips Rd., $577,000.

This 1975 Ranch-style home has great bones. Wow!  Update the interior for a fantastic home with lots of glass, stone and other classic details of Ranch-style architecture. The home is located on a corner lot in Palm Springs' Movie Colony neighborhood, in close proximity to downtown Palm Springs.

If you're looking for an opportunity to make your mark in a house with good light and bones, contact me to see inside. 760.902.3121



Natural stone, large windows.
Volume ceilings, lots of natural light.
large lot with mountain views.
Great curb appeal in the Movie Colony neighborhood.

  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2.5 baths
  • 2225 sq ft
  • 10,890 sq ft lot
  • Ranch-style architecture
  • built in 1975

Russell Hill
760.902.3121



Listed with Scott Lyle, Scott Lyle Real Estate
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Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Los Compadres Neighborhood

Like Palm Springs as a whole, the inventory in the Los Compadres neighborhood is low.  There are currently just three listings in the neighborhood.  To see details of current listings in Los Compadres, click on the link HERE.

2996 E Sonora Rd, 2/2, $348,800.
2543 E San Mateo Cir, 3/2, $429,000. (New Listing!)
1465 Sonora Ct., 3/3.5, $799,000.



Homes in the Los Compadres neighborhood are attractive with large lots, no power
lines, and have fantastic mountain views.

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Thursday, August 16, 2012

Old Las Palmas & Vista Las Palmas Neighborhoods, Palm Springs

There are three new listings in the Vista Las Palmas and Old Las Palmas neighborhoods in Central Palm Springs.

If you're familiar with Palm Springs neighborhoods and real estate, you know these are two of Palm Springs' most sought-after neighborhoods.  Both neighborhoods are tucked up against the mountains and are in close proximity to downtown Palm Springs.

To see all the listings in each of these neighborhoods, click on the links above, or below.

Old Las Palmas

494 W Hermosa Pl., 5/5, $785,122.
465 W Verdea Sur, 3/3, $819,500.


Vista Las Palmas

1277 N Rose Ave., 4/4, $995,000.


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Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Palm Springs Condos For Sale - Sagewood - 1985 E Sandalwood Dr., $219,000.

I was fortunate to have sold this Sagewood condo the last time ownership changed. It's a great condo in a good location in Central Palm Springs on fee simple (you own) land. Lots of glass looks out to the large enclosed patio with a greenbelt and community pool beyond.  All windows are newer and dual-paned for energy savings.  Kitchen and baths are tastefully remodeled. Offered turnkey furnished.

If you're looking for a condo that you can "lock-and-go", but want a space that lives like a single family home, contact me to see this one. The photos don't do it justice. 760.902.3121


  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 baths
  • 1050 sq ft
  • large enclosed patio
  • single-car garage
  • single level, no one above
  • Donald Wexler, AIA, built in 1972

Russell Hill
760.902.3121


Slab granite in the kitchen with lots of glass looking out to the private
patio. 

Open floor plan and private to the "outside" world. Remodeled from floors
to windows to fixtures.
Bright and light. Smooth ceilings. Offered furnished!
Large master bedroom with "spa-like" bath.
Huge patio perfect for alfresco dining, cocktails, or lounging with a good
book! 


Listed with Bryan Burns & Mark Gutkowski, Windermere Real Estate

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