
Palm Springs, California 92264
Analysis of 1272 N Riverside Drive, Palm Springs, California 92264 is currently available with a list price of $1,099,000. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Palm Springs Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
While originally built in 1954, the property has undergone a comprehensive high-end renovation within the last 5 years. The kitchen is updated with modern flat-panel cabinetry, a stainless steel range hood, and built-in wall ovens. The interior features contemporary flooring, recessed lighting, and updated bathrooms. The exterior systems, including the saltwater pool and artificial turf landscaping, are in mint condition, indicating a move-in ready home with no deferred maintenance.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 10454, living area = 990.
Built in 1954 by a designer for Paul Trousdale, the home features iconic architectural elements like exposed high-beamed ceilings and vaulted living spaces that epitomize the classic Palm Springs aesthetic.
The oversized 10,454-square-foot lot is fully hedged for total privacy and includes a saltwater pool, lush greenbelt, and significant potential for future structural expansion or an ADU.
With only one bedroom and one bathroom in a 990-square-foot footprint, the property’s current configuration appeals to a narrow segment of buyers compared to multi-bedroom homes.
Listed at over $1.1M for under 1,000 square feet, the property commands a significant price-per-foot premium that may present appraisal challenges for traditional financing.
This interior is decorated in an eclectic Mid-Century Modern style. Built in 1954 by one of architect Paul Trousdale's designers, the home features exposed high-beamed ceilings in the living room.The kitchen is fully equipped with a range, wall-mounted microwave/convection oven, and dishwasher. The spacious living room has sliding doors that open to the pool and garden area. There are vaulted ceilings in the living room and ceiling fans in every room. Additional features include air conditioning, heating, and a gas fireplace.The home offers an easy walk-in shower, and the extra-large bedroom includes a king-size bed and an en suite bathroom located at the opposite end of the room. Sliding glass doors open directly to the saltwater pool area, where an outdoor bathtub awaits on the patio.A greenbelt of grass surrounds the pool, while private hedges border the entire 10,454-square-foot property. The home has ample space for future expansion.Enjoy majestic views of the San Jacinto Mountains -- the best view in Palm Springs -- and immerse yourself in total privacy.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
Grades 6-8 • 2.3 mi
Grades K-12 • 0.7 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 1.0 | 3.0 | 3% |
| Baths | 1.0 | 3.0 | 2% |
| Square foot | 990 | 2,307 | 1% |
| Lot Size | 10,454 | 10,019 | 51% |
| Price | $1.10M | $1.45M | 31% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.1K | $632 | 97% |
| Built year | 1954 | 1976 | 14% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 48 | 144 | 3% |
Apr 28, 2026
$1,099,000
Initial Listing
Mar 31, 2016
$450,000
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Aug 17, 2009
$240,000
Public Record
Aug 10, 1998
$73,000
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