
Palm Springs, California 92262
This Historic Hillside Retreat in the prestigious Tennis Club neighborhood is listed at $1,699,000, representing a premium opportunity in an irreplaceable location. Maintaining a Good Condition Rating, the property features a signature grotto-style pool and owned solar, framed by panoramic San Jacinto Mountain views. While the list price exceeds the $1,449,924 Fair Market Value, the home’s high-end renovations and lack of HOA fees offer significant lifestyle value and autonomy. This turnkey sanctuary is perfectly suited for Luxury Home Seekers or Secondary Home Buyers.
Property is move-in ready.
Although built in 1985, the property has undergone extensive high-end renovations making it move-in ready. The kitchen is modernized with stainless steel appliances, stone countertops, and contemporary cabinetry. Bathrooms have been updated with modern tile work and fixtures. The interior features well-maintained hardwood flooring, vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams, and updated lighting. The addition of owned solar and the excellent condition of the unique grotto-style pool further justify a high maintenance standard consistent with the 'good' category.
Situated in the highly coveted Historic Tennis Club enclave, this hillside retreat offers an irreplaceable location just moments from the ultra-exclusive 29 Colony and downtown Palm Springs.
The private outdoor oasis features a rare grotto-style pool and spa carved directly into the natural rockscape, creating a dramatic and serene resort atmosphere with panoramic mountain views.
The property includes owned solar panels for significant energy savings and is free from HOA restrictions, providing the owner with greater financial flexibility and autonomy.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1883, other record living area = 1725. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 2.
The split-level configuration and hillside design may pose accessibility challenges for buyers specifically seeking the traditional single-story 'desert modern' flow common in Palm Springs.
With under 1,900 square feet of living space, the interior may feel compact for the premium price point compared to other luxury offerings in the immediate neighborhood.
Set within one of the most coveted enclaves of the Historic Tennis Club neighborhood, just moments from the ultra-exclusive The 29 Colony, this hillside retreat captures the essence of timeless Palm Springs living. Framed by the dramatic San Jacinto Mountains, the setting is both serene and iconic--an address that rarely becomes available.Carved into the natural rockscape, the grotto-style pool and spa create a private resort atmosphere unlike anything else in the area. Panoramic mountain views, sculpted outdoor living spaces, and lush landscaping enhance the Mediterranean-modern architecture, offering an extraordinary backdrop for both quiet escapes and unforgettable entertaining.Currently configured as 3 bedrooms and 3 baths, the flexible floor plan was originally designed as two bedrooms on the main level with additional rooms below, allowing for easy reconfiguration to suit your vision. The primary suite features a fireplace and ensuite bath, while soaring vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, clerestory windows, and French doors flood the open living spaces with natural light.Hardwood floors, multiple porches, and a discreet rooftop deck invite sunset lounging above the city lights. A two-car garage with generous bonus space offers potential expansion. No HOA. Owned solar. A rare opportunity in an irreplaceable location.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 1.3 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.4 mi
Grades 6-8 • 1.9 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,883 | 1,909.5 | 46% |
| Lot Size | 5,227 | 9,583 | 7% |
| Price | $1.70M | $875.0K | 86% |
| Price per sq ft | $902 | $483 | 93% |
| Built year | 1985 | 1986 | 50% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 61 | 185 | 5% |
Feb 21, 2026
$1,699,000
Initial Listing
Jun 29, 2021
$1,550,000
Public Record
Dec 24, 2012
$690,000
Public Record
Apr 27, 2005
$765,000
Public Record
May 28, 1999
$185,000
Public Record