Built in 1961 this gated, Mid-Century home is your new private oasis. Located only a few minutes to downtown Palm Springs, this fully remodeled three bedroom, two bathroom pool and spa home features an open concept kitchen, high ceilings, fireplace, renovated bathrooms, new floors, new roof, solar power and numerous technological assets. Once inside the gates, the home is surrounded by mature hedge, affording the new owner a very secluded escape with fantastic mountain views and an abundance of privacy from the pool and spa. The grounds of the home are meticulously manicured and it sits of fee simple land, or land you own with no HOA. This home offers all the peacefulness and charm of a Mid-Century home, with all the amenities of an upgraded and modernized residence.
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
8,276 sq ftLot Size
$417Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Marcus Miceli•DRE #01439068• Initiate Realty, Inc.
•310-741-8342 (agent)
•marcus.miceli@equityunion.com (agent)
Bought with Timothy Burks•DRE #01927139• eXp Realty Of Southern California Inc
Beautifully updated. Open kitchen with polished concrete countertops. Gas fireplace. Large backyard with sparkling pool. Spacious master suite. Updated bathrooms. Super clean. Tesla solar and two charging stations.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Totally redone Mid-Century modern home with a heated pool, is turn key and ready for it's next Owners. This move-in ready gorgeous stunner is all done. Sunny and bright all you need is to bring your toothbrush and enjoy this Palm Springs adjacent home, in this incredibly chic desert escape. We call it the Bluebird Retreat. Set up and arranged for the entertainer and creative person inside of you. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is a wonderful escape from city life. Newly added features include, new gas line, pool heater, new roof, Tesla solar (payments transfer over $287 month, owned system), fresh landscaping including a lime and plumeria tree and drip water system installed with complete hedges around the property and easy to use security cameras. This home is priced to sell and includes a lot. NO HOA, you own the land. Low maintenance home with environmentally conscious Seller. Furniture and art may be sold separately.
GPSMLS #17276852
Oct 16, 2017
Sold
$317,500
$235/sq ft
Oct 3, 2017
Listing Removed
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Oct 3, 2017
Listed
$349,999
$259/sq ft
+40
Recently updated with meticulous attention to detail and with the most sought-after design enhancements, this Mid-Century Modern home reflects pride of ownership outside as well as in the interior decor. You'll love the eco- friendly landscaping, the entertaining areas & the beautifully updated pool. The spacious interior features a wood-burning and gas fireplace in the Great Room, stylish Carrara marble floors, and elevated ceilings that capture the beauty and light that are so plentiful in homes designed in this era. In the kitchen you'll be impressed by the grand custom center island, the concrete countertops, the new LG stainless-steel appliances, and the glass-tile backsplash. Located in its own section of the house, facing the pool and outdoor entertaining spaces, the sizable master suite offers the utmost privacy. Two other large bedrooms with their own bath are at the opposite end of the hallway.
GPSMLS #217019726
Oct 2, 2017
Pending
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Oct 2, 2017
Listing Removed
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Sep 29, 2017
Relisted
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Aug 21, 2017
Pending
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Aug 1, 2017
Contingent
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Jul 28, 2017
Listed
$349,999
$259/sq ft
CRMLS #IV16047953
Mar 31, 2017
Listing Removed
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Mar 30, 2017
Relisted
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Mar 2, 2017
Delisted
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Mar 7, 2016
Listed
$211,750
$157/sq ft
GPSMLS #21459428
Mar 29, 2013
Sold
$179,900
$133/sq ft
Mar 22, 2013
Pending
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Mar 21, 2013
Pending
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Mar 15, 2013
Relisted
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Feb 8, 2013
Pending
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Dec 19, 2012
Price Changed
$179,900
$133/sq ft
Nov 12, 2012
Price Changed
$184,000
$136/sq ft
Oct 26, 2012
Price Changed
$184,900
$137/sq ft
Oct 13, 2012
Listed
$185,000
$137/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 31, 2005
Sold
$295,000
$218/sq ft
GPSMLS #21218147
Aug 2, 2005
Listing Removed
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Jul 25, 2005
Listed
$295,000
$218/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 4, 2000
Sold
$99,500
$74/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 1, 1978
Sold
$35,500
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,478 (+29.3%)
$158,101 + $474,298
$632,399
2024
$6,556 (−0.1%)
$158,101 + $474,298
$632,399
2023
$6,563 (+2.1%)
$101,858 + $358,114
$459,972
2022
$6,430 (+2.8%)
$99,861 + $351,093
$450,954
2021
$6,257 (+35.5%)
$97,903 + $344,209
$442,112
2020
$4,619 (+2.1%)
$95,984 + $337,460
$433,444
2019
$4,522 (+1.5%)
$82,711 + $247,615
$330,326
2018
$4,456 (+42.8%)
$81,090 + $242,760
$323,850
2017
$3,120 (−50.0%)
$51,000 + $153,000
$204,000
2016
$6,243 (+123.1%)
$51,000 + $153,000
$204,000
2015
$2,798 (+2.1%)
$46,809 + $139,910
$186,719
2014
$2,741 (+25.3%)
$45,204 + $135,110
$180,314
2013
$2,188 (+15.0%)
$45,204 + $135,110
$180,314
2012
$1,904 (+3.7%)
$32,640 + $99,960
$132,600
2011
$1,835 (−14.9%)
$28,000 + $85,000
$113,000
2010
$2,158 (−12.5%)
$27,000 + $80,000
$107,000
2009
$2,467 (−30.8%)
$24,000 + $73,000
$97,000
2008
$3,565
$31,000 + $95,000
$126,000
Tax history for 68030 Espada Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,478 (+29.3%)
$158,101 + $474,298
$632,399
2024
$6,556 (−0.1%)
$158,101 + $474,298
$632,399
2023
$6,563 (+2.1%)
$101,858 + $358,114
$459,972
2022
$6,430 (+2.8%)
$99,861 + $351,093
$450,954
2021
$6,257 (+35.5%)
$97,903 + $344,209
$442,112
2020
$4,619 (+2.1%)
$95,984 + $337,460
$433,444
2019
$4,522 (+1.5%)
$82,711 + $247,615
$330,326
2018
$4,456 (+42.8%)
$81,090 + $242,760
$323,850
2017
$3,120 (−50.0%)
$51,000 + $153,000
$204,000
2016
$6,243 (+123.1%)
$51,000 + $153,000
$204,000
2015
$2,798 (+2.1%)
$46,809 + $139,910
$186,719
2014
$2,741 (+25.3%)
$45,204 + $135,110
$180,314
2013
$2,188 (+15.0%)
$45,204 + $135,110
$180,314
2012
$1,904 (+3.7%)
$32,640 + $99,960
$132,600
2011
$1,835 (−14.9%)
$28,000 + $85,000
$113,000
2010
$2,158 (−12.5%)
$27,000 + $80,000
$107,000
2009
$2,467 (−30.8%)
$24,000 + $73,000
$97,000
2008
$3,565
$31,000 + $95,000
$126,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,276 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
1,352
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
675072024
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 8, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage
2 Car Garage, Driveway Gate
Parking
# of Parking Spaces (Total): 2
Interior
Bedroom Information
Master Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Ground Floor Master, Main Floor Bedroom
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Kitchen Information
Oven-Gas, Gas/Electric Range, Gas Grill
Laundry Information
Laundry in Garage
Additional Rooms
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Area, Kitchen Island
Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Patio Covered, Patio Open
Interior Features
Ground Level - no steps
Windows: Window Blinds
Fireplace Information
In Living Room
# of Fireplaces: 1
Flooring Information
Ceramic Tile Floors
Equipment
Alarm System, Barbeque, Built-Ins, Cable, Ceiling Fan, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Gas Dryer Hookup, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Washer
Heating & Cooling
Central Cooling
Central Heat
Water Heater Features: Gas
Exterior
Building Information
Total Floors: 1
One Level
Detached
Detached/No Common Walls
Faces South
Security Features: Automatic Gate, Exterior Security Lights, Gated, Smoke Detector, Prewired for alarm system, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire and Smoke Detection System