Opportunity knocks in Pinyon Crest! Situated on over 2 acres (2 parcels) with panoramic mountain views, this custom geodesic home is ready for a complete renovation and is being sold as-is. Featuring approximately 2,420 square feet with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, soaring ceilings, a dramatic natural rock fireplace, detached two car garage, and a spacious floor plan, the home offers incredible potential for the right buyer. Bring your contractor, vision, and creativity. The property presents a rare opportunity to restore a one of a kind mountain home in a desirable community with low HOA dues. Surrounded by beautiful natural scenery and just a short drive from Palm Desert, this property could become an exceptional full time residence, weekend retreat, or investment project. Located in the desirable Pinyon Crest community, residents enjoy the convenience of HOA maintained roads and community wells, making mountain living even more accessible. Just 20 minutes from Palm Desert, you'll experience cooler summer temperatures, peaceful surroundings, and breathtaking mountain scenery while remaining close to world class shopping, dining, and golf. Whether you're looking for your next renovation project, a mountain getaway, or a one of a kind full time residence, this is a rare opportunity to bring new life to an architectural gem.
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
2.06 acresLot Size
$107Price/Sq.Ft.
$108/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jessica McAnallen•DRE #02105852• Compass
Contact: 760-574-3915
Bought with Jessica McAnallen•DRE #02105852• Compass
Est. $3,153 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 61740 Rancho Rd #235
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #OC26139667
Sep 4, 2026
Sold
$260,000
$107/sq ft
Sep 3, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 20, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 30, 2026
Listed
$282,000
$117/sq ft
Jun 27, 2026
Coming Soon
$282,000
$117/sq ft
GPSMLS #219134594
Jun 1, 2026
Listing Removed
—
May 20, 2026
Contingent
—
Jan 19, 2026
Price Changed
$324,000
$134/sq ft
Dec 19, 2025
Price Changed
$329,000
$136/sq ft
Aug 28, 2025
Listed
$364,000
$150/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 10, 2025
Sold
$299,000
$124/sq ft
GPSMLS #218017714
Feb 8, 2019
Sold
$252,500
$104/sq ft
Feb 4, 2019
Pending
—
Dec 21, 2018
Contingent
—
Dec 2, 2018
Relisted
—
Nov 16, 2018
Contingent
—
Nov 8, 2018
Relisted
—
Oct 18, 2018
Contingent
—
Aug 23, 2018
Price Changed
$280,000
$116/sq ft
Aug 8, 2018
Price Changed
$350,000
$145/sq ft
Jun 18, 2018
Listed
$375,000
$155/sq ft
+25
BACK ON THE MARKET!! Buyer did not perform. Iconic Geodesic Mountain Home! - Custom Built - Majestic views of the Santa Rosa Mountains with hiking and biking trails out the door! Sale of home includes 1.03 acre with home and an adjoining lot of 1.03 acre. This home is in the community of Pinyon Crest 15 minutes from El Paseo in Palm Desert, where the summer temps are on average 20 degrees cooler than the desert floor. The home features a huge natural rock fireplace, custom stain glass window, fenced yard, deck, portable sauna and spa. Newly painted exterior with a two car garage. The interior needs some love and is priced to enable the buyer to make improvements. A great opportunity to put your stamp on this blast from the past!
Greater Lansing AoR #218017714DA
Feb 8, 2019
Sold
$252,500
$104/sq ft
Jun 18, 2018
Listed
$280,000
$116/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 29, 1986
Sold
$75,000
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,383 (−0.8%)
$44,617 + $214,735
$259,352
2024
$3,410 (−1.0%)
$44,617 + $214,735
$259,352
2023
$3,443 (+1.4%)
$43,743 + $210,525
$254,268
2022
$3,397 (+2.6%)
$42,886 + $206,398
$249,284
2021
$3,310 (+6.0%)
$42,046 + $202,351
$244,397
2020
$3,124 (−8.9%)
$41,222 + $198,384
$239,606
2019
$3,428 (+107.5%)
$40,800 + $196,350
$237,150
2018
$1,652 (+2.7%)
$62,424 + $200,277
$262,701
2017
$1,608 (+3.0%)
$20,161 + $105,962
$126,123
2016
$1,561 (+2.0%)
$20,161 + $105,962
$126,123
2015
$1,531 (+0.9%)
$19,766 + $103,885
$123,651
2014
$1,518 (−1.4%)
$19,090 + $100,323
$119,413
2013
$1,540 (+6.2%)
$19,090 + $100,323
$119,413
2012
$1,449 (+1.1%)
$19,004 + $99,870
$118,874
2011
$1,434 (−1.3%)
$18,632 + $97,912
$116,544
2010
$1,453 (+1.2%)
$18,267 + $95,993
$114,260
2009
$1,436 (+8.7%)
$18,132 + $95,277
$113,409
2008
$1,321
$18,176 + $95,504
$113,680
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.03 Acres
Year renovated
1981
Sq. Ft.
2,420
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
635392003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 19, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Outside
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down, Family Room
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Tile, Carpet
Heating Information
Electric
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: MAIN
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Wood, Shingle
Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Slab
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Slab
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Additional Parcels Description: 635392011
Additional Parcels
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: 2-5 Units/Acre
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls, End Unit
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 635392003
Property Condition: Fixer, Repairs Cosmetic
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View
Year Built Source: Public Records
Property ADU: No
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Special Assessments
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Pinyon Crest
Association Fee: $108.90
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Amenities: Other
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Rural, Biking, Hiking, Mountainous, Foothills, Sidewalks
School Information
High School District: Palm Springs Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 33.60028100
Longitude: -116.44140000
Directions: Carrizo rd, Pinyon crest dr turns into Scenic dr, Scenic turns into Rancho rd
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,420
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.03 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: 1981
County: Riverside County
APN: 635392003
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 19, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 760-574-3915
Days Active in MLS: 49
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 325
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Jessica
List Agent Last Name: McAnallen
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Compass
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Jessica
Buyer Agent Last Name: McAnallen
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Compass
Around this home
Schools
Rancho Mirage Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 9.8mi
4/10
Nellie N. Coffman Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 13.6mi
4/10
Cathedral City High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 14.0mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
10/10 Fire Factor
64% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 92° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Mountain Center, CA • 92561
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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36
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58
40
67
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77
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83
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84
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74
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51
58
41
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43
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Oct
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 5% for direct sun exposure in Mountain Center. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
6.9 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$318,000 – $385,000
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