Mid Century Modern 10-Unit Residential Income Property complete with tropical landscaping and pool. Ten units consist of four 2bd/1.75ba units, roughly 800 square feet in size and six 1bd/1ba units, approximately 600 square feet in size. The larger two-bedroom units have private poolside front patios, fireplaces and include upgraded kitchens with laminate counters and dishwashers. The smaller one-bedroom units have private rear patios with sliding glass doors. Property shows real pride of ownership with a local, hands on owner and landlord. Drive by this property now. You'll appreciate the curbside charm and appeal. Located just a few blocks from Palm Canyon Drive and downtown Palm Springs, this property would make an excellent investment property with a 6.0% CAP rate or a great owner occupy. Don't let this one slip away. * Available for Back-up Offers. *
Multi-familyProperty Type
0.48 acresLot Size
Listed by Doug Fischer•DRE #01299270• Coldwell Banker Realty
•760-641-8401 (agent)
•douglasfischer111@gmail.com (agent)
Listed by Richard Chamberlin•DRE #01232493• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Tom DeWitt•DRE #01467319• Coldwell Banker Realty
Well maintained and attractive mid-century design one level apartment complex consisting of 3 separate buildings. Four 2 bedroom/2 bath each with its own fireplace and outdoor front patio. Six 1 bedroom/1 bath all have private spacious back patios. Central pool area nicely landscaped as well as on site laundry room. All units individually metered and each with its own hot water heater as well as central HVAC systems.
Public Records
Jan 24, 2003
Sold
$790,000
GPSMLS #21141463
Sep 24, 2002
Listing Removed
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Sep 24, 2002
Listed
$790,000
Public Records
Jul 30, 1992
Sold
$375,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,327 (−2.2%)
$306,460 + $950,037
$1,256,497
2024
$17,724 (−1.7%)
$306,460 + $950,037
$1,256,497
2023
$18,026 (−0.5%)
$300,451 + $931,409
$1,231,860
2022
$18,109 (+1.8%)
$294,560 + $913,147
$1,207,707
2021
$17,791 (+4.1%)
$288,785 + $895,243
$1,184,028
2020
$17,094 (+1.6%)
$283,123 + $877,690
$1,160,813
2019
$16,831 (+1.6%)
$280,220 + $868,691
$1,148,911
2018
$16,573 (+1.2%)
$274,726 + $851,658
$1,126,384
2017
$16,378 (+2.8%)
$264,059 + $818,588
$1,082,647
2016
$15,928 (+5.3%)
$264,059 + $818,588
$1,082,647
2015
$15,122 (+2.5%)
$258,882 + $802,538
$1,061,420
2014
$14,751 (+9.3%)
$250,000 + $775,000
$1,025,000
2013
$13,492 (+4.8%)
$250,000 + $775,000
$1,025,000
2012
$12,880 (−25.9%)
$250,000 + $675,000
$925,000
2011
$17,373 (+53.5%)
$250,000 + $675,000
$925,000
2010
$11,320 (+0.3%)
$380,796 + $951,997
$1,332,793
2009
$11,290 (−31.3%)
$250,000 + $561,500
$811,500
2008
$16,423
$378,850 + $947,128
$1,325,978
Tax history for 1540 N Chaparral Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,327 (−2.2%)
$306,460 + $950,037
$1,256,497
2024
$17,724 (−1.7%)
$306,460 + $950,037
$1,256,497
2023
$18,026 (−0.5%)
$300,451 + $931,409
$1,231,860
2022
$18,109 (+1.8%)
$294,560 + $913,147
$1,207,707
2021
$17,791 (+4.1%)
$288,785 + $895,243
$1,184,028
2020
$17,094 (+1.6%)
$283,123 + $877,690
$1,160,813
2019
$16,831 (+1.6%)
$280,220 + $868,691
$1,148,911
2018
$16,573 (+1.2%)
$274,726 + $851,658
$1,126,384
2017
$16,378 (+2.8%)
$264,059 + $818,588
$1,082,647
2016
$15,928 (+5.3%)
$264,059 + $818,588
$1,082,647
2015
$15,122 (+2.5%)
$258,882 + $802,538
$1,061,420
2014
$14,751 (+9.3%)
$250,000 + $775,000
$1,025,000
2013
$13,492 (+4.8%)
$250,000 + $775,000
$1,025,000
2012
$12,880 (−25.9%)
$250,000 + $675,000
$925,000
2011
$17,373 (+53.5%)
$250,000 + $675,000
$925,000
2010
$11,320 (+0.3%)
$380,796 + $951,997
$1,332,793
2009
$11,290 (−31.3%)
$250,000 + $561,500
$811,500
2008
$16,423
$378,850 + $947,128
$1,325,978
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.48 Acres
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
1965
Style
Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
County
Riverside County
APN
507023015
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
R2
Limited Multiple-Family Residential Zone
The R-2 zone is intended to provide for the development of medium-density multiple-family residential uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Hotel / motel
Property details
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 10
3/4 Baths: 4
Interior Features
Window Treatments: Blinds, Vertical Blinds
Entry Location: Ground Level - No Steps
Fireplace Information
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Raised Hearth
Yes
Equipment
Water Heater Feature: Water Heater Unit
Laundry Equipment: Lease
Counts: # of Refrigerators: 10
Counts: # of Ranges: 10
Counts: # of Disposals: 10
Counts: # of Dishwashers: 4
Heating & Cooling
Heating Fuel: Electric
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Central Air
Multi-Unit General Information
Water Heater: Yes
Gardener, Water, Pool Service
No
Tenant Pays: Cable TV, Electricity, Gas
Multi-Unit Income Information
Income & Expenses: Net Operating Income $: 64988.00
Income & Expenses: Laundry Income $: 720.00
Income & Expenses: Gross Annual Income $: 100680.00
Income & Expenses: Annual Gross Rent $: 99960.00
Multi-Unit Expense Information
Income & Expenses: Cap Rate %: 6.00
Income & Expenses: Water Expense $: 3061.00
Income & Expenses: Trash $: 2994.00
Income & Expenses: Supplies $: 2200.00
Income & Expenses: Tax Rate %: 1.20
Income & Expenses: Total Annual Operating Expenses $: 35692.00
Income & Expenses: Professional Management $: 1200.00
Income & Expenses: Pest Control $: 540.00
Income & Expenses: Licenses $: 454.00
Income & Expenses: Insurance $: 2558.00
Income & Expenses: Gardener $: 4775.00
Multi-Unit Property Counts
Total Units: 10
# of Buildings: 1
Exterior
Building Information
Roofing: Tar/Gravel
Foundation: Slab
Exterior Construction: Stucco
Levels: Ground Level, No Unit Above, One
Building Style: Mid Century
Exterior Features
Security Safety: Exterior Security Lights, Other
Counts: # of Patios: 10
Pool Information
Pool Location: Community
Pool Construction: Gunite, In Ground
Pool Accessories: Safety Fence, Safety Gate
Yes
Land Information
Lot Acres: 0.4800
Land Type: Fee
Land Type: Fee Simple
Lot Information
Lot Description: Fenced, Rectangular Lot
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Property Features
View Type: Mountain(s)
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
View: Yes
Utilities
Utilities Information
Water: Water District Name: CVWD
TV Services: Cable TV
Sewer: In, Connected and Paid
Counts: # Water Meters: 1
Counts: # Gas Meter: 11
Counts: # Electric Meters: 11
Location
Location Information
Directions: From N. Indian Canyon Dr. & Vista Chino, go one block east on Vista Chino to Chaparral Rd; turn south, or right on Chaparral. The property is on the left, east side of the street near the end of Cottonwood Rd. Drive by only. Do not disturb tenants.
Cross Streets: South of Vista Chino.
Community Information
Unit Total in Complex: 10
Gated Community: Yes
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.48 acres
Style: Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: 1965
County: Riverside County
APN: 507023015
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Property As Is
Listing Information
Sale Type: Standard
Close Of Escrow
Cash, Conventional
Around this home
Schools
Katherine Finchy Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
Raymond Cree Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Palm Springs High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
7/10 Fire Factor
18% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 112° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 10.8 hours in
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