40286 Tonopah Road, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

$3,000,000
5
BD
5
BA
4,200
SqFt

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Sold Price
$3,000,000
List Price
$3,895,000
Closing Date
Apr 09, 2026
Status
CLOSED
MLS#
219137855DA
Year Built
1958
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
5
Living Sq. Ft
4,200
Lot Size
45,738
Acres
1.05
Lot Location
Corner Lot, Landscaped, Yard
Days on Market
42
Property Type
Single Family Residential
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Stories
One Level
Neighborhood
Thunderbird Heights

Property Description

A rare mid-century architectural gem in the Prestigious Thunderbird Heights, attributed to renowned architect Howard Lapham built in 1958. This nearly 4,200 sq ft Pool Home Estate offers a total of 5 Bedrooms and 5 Bathrooms. Included in this count are multiple guest accommodations including a Detached Studio Home as well as an attached Guest Home Casita. Ideal for entertaining, the home features authentic flagstone floors, slump stone accents, a reimagined period-appropriate kitchen, and panoramic mountain views from both north and south-facing patios.The impressive yard is over an acre and offers room for expansion, a tennis court or the most spectacular yard in the Valley.Enjoy modern comforts with updated HVAC and a newer roof, plus dual gated driveways for privacy and a grand sense of arrival. A 3-car garage and 2-car carport provide ample parking for collector vehicles and golf carts. Direct golf cart tunnel access to Thunderbird Country Club adds convenience and prestige.This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of architectural history in one of Rancho Mirage's most exclusive enclaves. Perfect for collectors, entertainers, and those seeking timeless design in a legacy community.

Additional Information

HOA
Yes
HOA Fee
8266
Frequency
Annually
Association Amenities
Controlled Access, Maintenance Grounds, Security, Cable TV
Other Buildings
Guest House
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator
Pool
Yes
Pool Description
Gunite, In Ground
Heat
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
Central Air, Electric
View
Mountain(s), Panoramic, Pool
Exterior Construction
Stucco
Patio
Concrete, Covered
Roof
Elastomeric
Garage Spaces Total
3
Sewer
Septic Tank
School District
Palm Springs Unified
Elementary School
Rancho Mirage
Middle School
Nellie N. Coffman
High School
Cathedral City
Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Block Walls, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Recessed Lighting, Utility Room
Attached Structure
Detached
Garage Spaces
3
Levels
One
Parking Spaces
11
School District
Palm Springs Unified

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Geoff McIntosh (geoff@mcintosh.life) from Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty.

Listing sold by James Dienes from Redfin Corporation

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