650 West Linda Vista Drive

Palm Springs, CA 92262

$1,960,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
4
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
3,434 Sq. Ft.
$571 / Sq. Ft.
3,434
Sq. Ft.
$571
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Modernism Moment!!! This architectural home was most certainly the talk of the town when it was built in the late 1940's. Imagine old Palm Springs - lightly populated, beautifully rustic, and virtually entirely Spanish in architectural flavor. And then, on nearly an acre of land where the toe of the San Jacinto Mountain touches the valley floor, a visionary builds something completely new. Exhibiting the very beginnings of what would quickly become desert modern, this home features all the architectural...Modernism Moment!!! This architectural home was most certainly the talk of the town when it was built in the late 1940's. Imagine old Palm Springs - lightly populated, beautifully rustic, and virtually entirely Spanish in architectural flavor. And then, on nearly an acre of land where the toe of the San Jacinto Mountain touches the valley floor, a visionary builds something completely new. Exhibiting the very beginnings of what would quickly become desert modern, this home features all the architectural panache reminiscent of the early work of John Porter Clark and Herbert Burns who were just starting to introduce modernism to Palm Springs. Records indicate the home was built by "Waale-Camplan Co. and Smith Inc." who worked closely with Harry Williams (E. Stewart Williams's father). The strength of the architecture and connection to the outdoors display the work of an architect of note. Uniquely sited with an elevated facade to the north and a traditional ground-level experience to the south, the home enjoys surprising views across the Tennis Club neighborhood and beyond to the windmills north of Palm Springs. The mountain views from the spacious, sparkling pool are surreal. The prominence and provenance of this home are a delight to study. Earliest records show that it was built in 1946/1947 with additions very shortly thereafter. One of its first occupants was Barney Hinkle, a local bon vivant who was a real estate agent, investor and one of the developers of Thunderbird Country Club, and one of the most recent owners was Frederick Sleight, Executive Director of the Desert Museum. While living in the home, Mr. Sleight worked with E. Stewart Williams to design and build the new Palm Springs Art Museum. Laid out in a u-shaped pattern, the home's center core is the public space with glass walls front and back. Here one will find the open living/dining area anchored by a large stacked-stone fireplace wall at the eastern end, and the large kitchen at the western end. The home is currently configured with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, two of which open onto the pool deck and could be repurposed as cabanas or attached casitas. The landscaping is mature and lush, with ancient stone walls at both the Linda Vista and Santa Rosa borders. This residence is a piece of Palm Springs history, a treasure uncovered for architectural enthusiasts, and a preservationist's dream home.

Listing Agent

  1. Keith Markovitz

    Keith Markovitz

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01327863

Property Details for 650 West Linda Vista Drive

Zoning
R1A
Style
Architectural
Parcel Number
513193018
Living Area
3434
Source Living Area
Appraiser
Area
Palm Springs Central (332)
Subdivision Name
Tennis Club
Lot Size Area
19602
LISTING UPDATED: 11/15/2024 03:21 PM

Property Details for 650 West Linda Vista Drive

StatusSold
MLS #24-453831
Days on Market9
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1948
Lot Size0.45 AC / 19,602 SF
CountyRiverside County

Building Information for 650 West Linda Vista Drive

Stories1Year Built1948Building Size-Lot Size0.45 AC / 19,602 SF

Property Information for 650 West Linda Vista Drive

Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Tax Mello Roos: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Builders Tract Name: Tennis Club
  • Builders Tract Code: 5860
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built Source: Other
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: Mountains, City, City Lights, Canyon, Desert
  • View: Mountain(s), City Lights, Canyon, Desert
  • Planned Urban Dev: 0
  • Security Features: Automatic Gate
  • Water: District
  • Sewer: Cess Pool
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Probate: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Lease Option: false
  • Disclosures: None
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Purchase: No
  • Horse: No
  • Additional Parcel Number: No
  • Lot Acreage: 0.45
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 19602
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Lot Description: Landscaped, Exterior Security Lights, Fenced, Automatic Gate, Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Lot Location: City, Cul-De-Sac, Hillside
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Garage - 2 Car, Gated, Garage Is Attached, Driveway - Concrete
  • Total Parking: 2
  • Garage Spaces Total: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage - Two Door, Gated, Concrete
  • Attached Garage: Yes
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Jack & Jill, Dressing Area, Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Sun, Two Primaries
  • Rooms: Bar, Breakfast Area, Jack And Jill, Dressing Area, Enclosed Glass Porch, Family Room, Dining Area, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Pantry, Powder, Sun, Two Masters
  • Levels: One
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Den: No
  • Family Room: 1
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s), Electric, Heat Pump, Central Air
  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Multi/Zone, Wall/Window, Electric, Heat Pump(s), Central
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Forced Air, Combination
  • Heating Type: Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Forced Air, Combination
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood, Carpet
  • Equipment: Ceiling Fan, Cable, Washer, Dryer, Solar Panels, Refrigerator, Range/Oven
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Kitchen Features: Ceramic Counters
  • Room Bathroom Features: Shower, Hollywood Bathroom (Jack&Jill)
  • Bathroom Features: Shower Over Tub, Shower Stall, Tub Only, Dual Entry (Jack & Jill) Bath
  • Bedroom Features: Dressing Area, Master Suite
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Cooking Appliances: Range
  • Laundry: Room, Other
  • Eating Areas: Dining Area
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Heated, Gunite, Private
  • Pool Features: Heated, Gunite, Private
  • Spa: No
  • Spa: None
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Sprinklers: Sprinkler System
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Windows: Window Blinds
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Exterior Construction: Stucco
  • Other Structural Features: Barbecue Private, Custom Built, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Historical, Sliding Glass Doors
  • Other Structures: None
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 10-17-2024

Property History for 650 West Linda Vista Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 650 West Linda Vista Drive

Taxable ValueLand$775,200Additions$1,162,800Total$1,938,000
Tax Record2024$23,594 ($1,966 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4.8Total Finished SqFt2,708 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,708 SqFtStories1Lot Size19,602 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951ZoningR1ACountyRIVERSIDEAPN513-193-018Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 650 West Linda Vista Drive

This home is within Palm Springs Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cahuilla Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Raymond Cree Middle School
Public6 to 8

Palm Springs High School
Public9 to 12

Desert Learning Academy
PublicK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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