Palm Springs & Desert area Real Estate

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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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