
Cathedral City, California 92234
This Historical 1940s Bungalow is a unique architectural asset listed at $625,000, reflecting its status as a former "Property of the Year." While the $571,799 Fair Market Value indicates a price point aligned with its rare heritage and Ponderosa pine construction, the property maintains a Fair Condition Rating with significant value-add potential. Featuring a rock fireplace and Mountain Views on an expansive 10,454-square-foot lot near Cathedral City High, the home provides a rare canvas for restoration. This property is best suited for Restoration Specialists or Contractors looking to resolve compliance issues and capitalize on the high-demand Cathedral City Cove location.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 68574 F Street Subject | $599,000* List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,548 | $376 | - |
A 68620 Nightingale Road Sold | $440,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,392 | $316 | 0.3 mi |
B 68067 Vista Del Valle Court Sold | $655,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,557 | $421 | 0.8 mi |
C 37445 Bankside Drive Sold | $675,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,446 | $467 | 0.3 mi |
D 37827 Melrose Drive Sold | $456,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,471 | $310 | 0.3 mi |
E 69338 Las Gardenias Sold | $609,000 | 4 | 3 | 1,920 | $317 | 0.9 mi |
F 38365 Starlight Lane Active Under Contract | $542,000 List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,300 | $417 | 0.8 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1946, this historical bungalow is well-maintained but significantly dated. While the HVAC is noted as newer, the kitchen and bathrooms feature vintage tile, cabinetry, and appliances that appear to be over 30 years old. The home is functional and move-in ready, but the interior finishes and the unpermitted fence issue align with the 'Fair' criteria requiring updates and minor repairs.
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 = 1548.
Recognized as the 2012 Property of the Year by the Cathedral City Historical Society, this unique 1940s bungalow features high-quality Ponderosa pine and oak construction with a signature rock fireplace.
Situated in the desirable Cathedral City Cove on a generous 10,454-square-foot lot, the property offers impressive mountain views and a sense of privacy.
Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 2.
The property currently has an unpermitted block wall fence that exceeds height limits, requiring modifications and city approval which may complicate or delay the closing process.
The primary suite was originally a covered porch conversion, which may result in non-traditional floor plan transitions or variations in insulation compared to the main structure.
This unique home is located in the Cathedral City Cove. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath 1940s bungalow was designed and built by a lumberman from Oregon and constructed with ponderosa pine and oak from the Pacific Northwest. All of the building materials and lumber were transported by trucks to Cathedral City and were cut on site. Features include oak floors and a rock fireplace.The primary bedroom and bathroom were originally a covered porch. The HVAC is newer. The Cathedral City Historical Society chose this. home for their 2012 property of the year.The owner built a block wall fence too high and failed to obtain permits with the City Of Cathedral City.The fence in most areas needs to be lowered to 6 feet. He is working with the city to comply. The city may require the work to be completed before the close of escrow. He has submitted new plans for the block wall fence and is awaiting approval.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 3.5 mi
Grades K-5 • 4.8 mi
Grades 6-8 • 1.6 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,548 | 1,747.5 | 31% |
| Lot Size | 10,454 | 7,841 | 86% |
| Price | $599.0K | $555.0K | 61% |
| Price per sq ft | $387 | $316 | 85% |
| Built year | 1946 | 1990 | 1% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 48 | 169 | 4% |
May 28, 2026
$599,000
$625,000
-4% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Apr 20, 2026
$625,000
Initial Listing
Aug 10, 2023
$405,000
Public Record
Apr 4, 2013
$212,500
Public Record
May 13, 2003
$160,000
Public Record
Jun 27, 1997
$68,500
Public Record
May 25, 1995
$58,000
Public Record