Russell Hill, Palm Springs Area Real Estate

760.902.3121

Large casement windows, tongue-and-groove ceilings, slate stone floors.

Saltwater pool & spa, mountain views, grape arbor, mature landscaping.

Updated kitchen open to living room and dining area. Slab granite.
Cherry cabinets.

Dining area near French doors leading to side garden, koi pond,
and pool &spa.

1571 San Lucas Rd., Tahquitz River Estates neighborhood, close
to shopping, restaurants, entertainment and outdoor activities.

Listed with Russell Hill

Thursday, January 26, 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, 1/28/12, 1-3pm, $118K

The second is a fantastic modern contemporary located in Ruth Hardy Park. 3124 sf, casita + two master suites.

1025 E Granvia Valmonte, 1/29/12, 1-3pm, $899K

Open Saturday, 1/28/12, 1-3pm.
1552 Camino Real, #333, Biltmore
Top Floor in building with elevator
Beautifully remodeled.
Come See!

Open Sunday, 1/29/12, 1-3pm
1025 E Granvia Valmonte, Ruth Hardy Park
Fantastic views
Stacking patio doors allow easy indoor-outdoor living
Come See!

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - Ruth Hardy Park - 1025 E Granvia Valmonte, $899,000.

Coming Soon - A fantastic deasy/penner&partners listing in Central Palm Springs' Ruth Hardy Park neighborhood. Natural light floods this 3124 sq. ft home located on almost a half acre private lot. Stackable, disappearing sliders along the back of the home bring the outdoors in! Open the doors and jump right into the sparkling saltwater pool.

The open floor plan allows for easy entertaining. The large kitchen is open to the family room, dining area and living room, which all open to the gardens and pool/spa. Two bedrooms and two and a quarter baths are in the main house. A front-loaded casita has the third bedroom and bath.

Contact me now to see this modern contemporary architectural home before it hits the market. 760.902.3121

3 bedrooms w/ casita
3.25 baths
3124 sq ft conditioned space
17864 sf ft lot
Built in 1956
Reconstructed in the 21st century

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

Saltwater pool/spa, fire pits, private garden "rooms".

"Disappearing sliders" open the inside to the outside.

Tasteful kitchen is open to the common areas of the home & to
the pool/spa and gardens.

Lounge, dine, entertain around the pool; soak in soothing
mountain views. South-facing lot.

Natural light floods the entire home. Warm bamboo floors. Fire & Ice fire-
place.

Listed with Russell Hill & Marissa Faith

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Palm Springs Revival

Sunday's LA Times Travel Section had a wonderful story about Palm Springs' revival. I must say that I've noticed a considerable change in the "energy level", even over the holidays when in many previous years Palm Springs was pretty quiet. So, read the article and come visit! The complete article is HERE

Photo source: LA Times

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

Thursday, January 12, 2012

Palm Springs Condos for Sale - Merito Manor - 193 W Merito Pl., $329,000.

I saw this condo last weekend when I was showing property. It's located close in to downtown and is adjacent to the Las Palmas neighborhood.

If you're looking for an architecturally significant single-level condo within close proximity to downtown, you should contact me.

Designed by Barry Berkus, AIA and built in 1961, this stunning condo with a folded plate roofline is a fine example of mid-century modern architecture.

Lots of natural light fills the interior through several clerestory windows. Remodeled kitchen and baths, new flooring.

Contact me for a showing: 760.902.3121

2 bedrooms + den
2 bath
1860sf of conditioned space
private patio
Built in 1960

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

HomeinPalmSprings.blogsot.com

Private patio with access from Living room and master bedroom.

Fold plate roofline.

Bright, remodeled kitchen.

Listed with Tyler, Todd & Keith

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - The Mesa - 1907 S Mesa Dr., $1,200,000.

I saw this cool, gorgeous Mesa neighborhood home last week on broker caravan. Palm Springs doesn't have a lot of Spanish Revival architecture, but this home, built in 1940, is a nice one and has been fitted out to invite and encourage a casual lifestyle in our desert climate.

If you're looking for a Palm Springs home that really is unique, gorgeous, and simply "feels good", contact me to see this one.

You can almost touch the mountains from the back garden with pool, spa and wonderful mature trees and plantings. If you've been thinking about taking up tennis, or improving your game, your own private court means you have no excuses!

Contact me for a private showing. 760.902.3121

4 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
3600sf of conditioned space
18731sf lot with pool and tennis court
Built in 1940

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

Beautiful street presence in The Mesa neighborhood.

Oak flooring, french doors, vaulted ceilings.

Playful eating area with views of the gardens.

Pool and spa in the private back garden.

Published in Curbed LA. Story is HERE

Listed with Scott Histed

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Palm Springs Real Estate Sale Data - December, 2011

The December, 2011 numbers look pretty good for Central and South Palm Springs real estate sales. I'll post 4th qtr. '11 results in the next day or so. Keep posted.....!

Central Palm Springs:

Condos:

26 sales
Median Sales price, $142, 450
Avg. price per sf, $$133.76
Low sales price, $57K
High sales price, $515K

2010:

20 sales
Median sales price, $120K
Avg. price per sf, $119.91

2009

22 sales
Median sales price, $234,500.
Avg. price per sf, $174.81

Single Family Homes:

24 sales
Median sales price, $514,375.
Avg. price per sf, $242.21
Low sales price, $195K
High sales price, $1,200,000.

2010:

18 sales
Median sales price, $404,500.
Avg. price per sf, $234.56

2009:

17 sales
Median sales price, $385K
Avg. price per sf, $232.43

South Palm Springs:

Condos:

50 sales
Median sales price, $149K
Avg. price per sf, $112.31
Low sales price, $43K
High sales price, $460K

2010:

35 sales
Median sales price, $177K
Avg. price per sf, $137.56

2009:

30 sales
Median sales price, $212,191.50
Avg. price per sf, $154.91

Single Family Homes:

24 sales
Median sales price, $567K
Avg. price per sf, $232.36
Low sales price, $101K
High sales price, $1,265,000.

2010:

32 sales
Median sales price, $445K
Avg. price per sf, $187.85

2009:

32 sales
Median sales price, $429,900.
Avg. price per sf, $199.53

source: Desert Area MLS

Monday, January 09, 2012

Over the Rainbow Cupcakes opening soon in Smoketree Village Shopping Center

Over the Rainbow Cupcakes is opening 1/12/12 in Palm Springs in the Smoketree Village Shopping Center. They will be a great addition to the mix of restaurants in the area. OTR also offers gluten-free, sugar-free and dairy-free cupcakes!

Be sure to stop by and have a cupcake or two!

If you live in a nearby neighborhood, walk so that you can burn the calories from those delicious cupcakes!

Also coming soon right next door is Cactus Berry Yogurt!

Photo source: Over the Rainbow Cupcakes.

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

Thursday, January 05, 2012

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - Indian Canyons - 2744 S Camino Real, $819,950.

Of the eight homes I toured on Broker Tour yesterday, this is one of two that caught my attention. This crisp, modern home is located in the Indian Canyons neighborhood on the Indian Canyons Golf Course in South Palm Springs. With five bedrooms, three of which are en-suite, and four baths, this home would make a great high-end vacation rental, or perfect, of course, for someone looking for a large home in which to entertain friends and family.

The tile work is beautiful and laid nicely. The combination of cool and warmth is executed well; cool whites, blues and greens contrast with warm natural wood work throughout the home.

The views of the surrounding mountains are superb. The back garden with pool is on the golf course, but is enclosed by a hedge for privacy. Plenty of winter sunlight makes the pool area the perfect place to play, relax and enjoy meals al fresco.

Contact me to see this stunning mid century home. 760.902.3121

5 bedrooms
4 baths
3522 Sq Ft conditioned space
12,632 Sq Ft lot
Year built: 1962

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

Mid Century architecture built by Harry Kelso, 1962.

Modern architectural screen at foyer.

Cool white tile throughout the common areas.

Beautiful tile work in blues and browns in the updated modern kitchen.

Large, private backyard with newer pool. Mountain views.

Listed with Joe Simeone

Tuesday, January 03, 2012

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - Vista Las Palmas - 986 N Coronet Cir., $839,000.

If you're looking for a move-in ready home in Palm Springs' Vista Las Palmas neighborhood, you should see this one. Located at the end of the cul-de-sac, this expanded Alexander built home looks out to fantastic mountain views. The back yard pool area is intimate, providing an "outdoor room" feel and mountain views from the back pool deck area.

The kitchen is large and features lots of storage and slab granite counter tops. 24x24 marble tile floors throughout make it easy to dress this home up for sophisticated elegance, or to keep it sleek and modern.

Energy saving upgrades, per the listing, include: low E dual-paned windows, two tankless water heaters, and newer pool heater and pump. A flat roof makes it easier to add solar panels for long-term energy savings and "insurance" against future electric rate increases.

4 bedrooms
3 baths
2708 Sq Ft (appraiser)
13,939 Sq Ft lot
Built in 1959

Sold in December, 2010 for $915K. Now listed at $839K

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

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

Expanded and updated Alexander

"Outdoor room" - private pool and lush gardens.

Lots of natural light make the marble floors shine!

large kitchen with slab granite countertops, newer appliances.

Listed with Scott and Jim

Monday, January 02, 2012

Russell Hill's 2011 Palm Springs Real Estate Sales

I am happy to have sold these homes in 2011.

953 Village Sq N., Palm Springs
I represented buyers.

1550 Camino Real, #119, Palm Springs
I represented buyers.

880 E Palm Canyon Dr., #204, Palm Springs
I represented buyers.

448 Club Dr E., Palm Springs
I represented buyers.

850 E Palm Canyon Dr., #205, Palm Springs
I represented buyer.

4854 Coldwater Canyon, #103, Sherman Oaks, CA
I represented buyer.

37656 Bankside Dr, Cathedral City
I represented seller.

409 Village Sq W, Palm Springs
I represented seller.

Pending
I represented buyers.

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

Friday, December 30, 2011

Deasy/Penner&Partners, a boutique real estate firm

deasy/penner&partners was featured in yesterday's LA Times. The story is HERE.

What I find most interesting about the article is the fact that small real estate companies are finding success in our current market. It shows you that many sellers (and buyers) appreciate the high level of service and attention they get from agents who understand and appreciate the benefits of working at a "boutique" firm.

I've had conversations with sellers who think the only way to sell their home is by hiring an agent who works with a large company. They think the large company can market their home more successfully. In reality, that's not necessarily the case. Since most buyers begin their search on-line ( as you're doing now), it's important for a listing agent to have quality photos of the home. These photos aren't shown just on the local MLS, but get "shared" on blogs like mine, on Face Book, Twitter and other real estate sites, such as Realtor.com, Trulia, etc.etc. They're there for the world to see! It's important for those photos to be the best quality and to show your house in its best light.

An agent at a small firm has as much access to buyers for his/her listings as an agent at "X" big brokerage. It's simply true in our high-tech world.

A good quality agent with a small firm who invests the time, effort and money required to market your home for sale in a manner that will get it in front of more buyers in its best light is better, by leaps and bounds, than an agent at a big firm who doesn't.

When you want to sell your home, don't automatically contact agents at big firms only; meet with the agent at a boutique firm who understands the importance of quality marketing and who works for a firm that cultivates creativity and teamwork. It might be the difference between buyers looking at mediocre photos of your home plastered across the internet and reading boring descriptions of your home OR enticing buyers around the world with professionally done photos and with a well thought out and creative written description of your home.

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Palm Springs Condos for Sale - Riviera Gardens - 353 E Via Escuela, #217, $149,000.

My focus is selling real estate located in South and Central Palm Springs, but occasionally I'll showcase a property on the North end. I saw this terrific Riviera Gardens "bungalow" condo last week when I was showing condos.

Most units in Riviera Gardens are upper/lower. You're either climbing stairs, or you're under a neighbor. The "bungalow" units are 2 bedrooms, 2 baths on one level with no one above you. They also have a wonderful courtyard entry, plus a smallish "back" patio. There's 1183 square feet of conditioned space, but with our wonderful climate, don't forget the large courtyard for al fresco dining, or for enjoying evening cocktails.

This unit is tiled in a stylish, neutral color tile throughout. There are lots of windows for great natural light, plus direct mountain views and views of the green space. The setting really is fantastic.

The two bedrooms have great separation. Laundry is inside. See the mountains from the kitchen window!

You own the land. Reasonable Homeowner's dues. Contact me to see this one! 760.902.3121

Russell Hill

760.902.3121

Most recent bungalow unit sales in Riviera Gardens: $140K, $141,750, $153,500.

Ample dining area. Large Living room with lots of windows is to the right.

Bright kitchen with lots of storage.

Riviera Gardens Bungalow unit. Courtyard entry. Only one common wall.

Listed with Becky Bowles and Rhonda Mann

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Palm Springs Homes for Sale - The Morrison - Central Palm Springs, $550,000.

Are you looking for new construction and want to be close in to downtown Palm Springs? Do you want your own private pool, but don't want a big yard to worry about? Check out The Morrison, A Nexus Companies development located at Alejo and Avenida Caballeros in Central Palm Springs, just a short stroll to downtown Palm Springs.

The architecture is modern contemporary. This particular unit, offered at $550K, is three bedrooms, three baths in 2181 square feet. The lot is 5,713 square feet. Each of the four floor plans offered are two levels.

Land is fee simple (you own).

The developer encourages broker cooperation, so contact me to introduce you to this new development. 760.902.3121

Russell Hill

760.902.3121