Five Of The Coachella Valley’s Most Unique Current Listings

This elegant 1940 bungalow (rumored to have been designed by Cliff May for the Marlboro family) has the distinction of being the very first home ever erected in the Mesa neighborhood. Expertly overhauled by its current owners, the place exudes old Hollywood glamour today, with rich colors, luxe finishes, and perfectly styled touches at every turn. Nestled on an exceptionally private and serene lot dotted with mature trees, graveled nooks, and a sparkling pool, the property is a genuine retreat befitting any matinee idol!

This historic 1936 estate is bursting with charm! Once owned by George Whitney (aka the “P.T. Barnum of the West”) and recently updated to the tune of $600,000, with a plethora of original detailing left intact, the place is a Spanish Colonial dreamland! From the loft with built-in sleeping bunks to the Batchelder tilework to the beamed ceilings to the casita awash in blush accents, crossing the threshold feels like stepping back in time to Palm Springs’ golden age. Bonus – the pad sits just steps from the Uptown Design District.

Originally designed by renowned architect William Krisel in 1961, this sophisticated dwelling has been beautifully updated, while retaining its classic mid-century bones. Warm and inviting, the interior is a seamless mix of modern and retro living, with peaked ceilings, plush fixtures, and a succession of clerestory windows showcasing pristine mountain views. But the primary suite (pictured) is the real masterstroke here, complete with an open layout, vast double-head shower, standalone soaking tub, and oversized custom walk-in closet.

In the market for an abode with an architectural pedigree, classical butterfly roofline and sleek interior? Look no further than this Vista Las Palmas treasure, originally crafted by MCM titan Charles Du Bois in 1958. Gorgeously revamped, the dwelling is bright, open, spacious (four bedrooms, four baths, plus a den!), and perfectly appointed. Tucked against the mountains, the sprawling yard, boasting a pool, spa and grassy expanse, is a true oasis seemingly ripped straight out of a design magazine!

This Mesa estate is a breathtaker, literally! My heart lept into my throat as soon I stepped from the grand entry hall into the majestic great room and caught sight of the towering roofline, walls of glass, and dramatic double-sided floor-to-ceiling rock fireplace. Originally built in 1982, but recently refreshed with a down-to-the-studs remodel, the property exists on a massive scale, but remains warm and intimate, with the aura of Palm Springs’ finest boutique hotels. Equally magical is the massive lot, featuring a pool, spa, tennis court, and multiple terraces.