1958 ALEXANDER CLASSIC located in the popular MCM Palm Springs neighborhood of SUNRISE PARK! The Alexander Construction Company used this as a model home for their Enchanted Homes II subdivision. All builder additions + upgrades were incorporated including the breakfast room. Vaulted ceilings, post + beam construction & walls of glass! In addition to the 3BR, 2BA main house, there is a casita + full bath. Sharing the same bath is a home office / 5th bedroom. Steps away, enjoy the Tiki Bar + outdoor kitchen, pool + spa, ping-pong area, fire pit, outdoor shower & panoramic mountain views to the West! Neighbors say the Alexander family stayed here for a few years while building their Vista Las Palmas home. In 1960, the family purchased the town's famed Desert Inn. An original neon sign from the Inn has been hanging over the tiki bar since the 1960s. The house has been remodeled to maximize its modernist roots and has been used as a successful vacation rental in the past. Notable recent upgrades include double-pane windows, updated plumbing, energy efficient 5'' foam roof, quartz counters, tile floors, window treatments which remain consistent throughout, outdoor shower, new electrical meter. Hot tub installed in 2021. Experience the MAGIC of an Alexander unlike any other!
Single-familyProperty Type
1958Year Built
10,019 sq ftLot Size
$815Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Brady Sandahl•DRE #01416687• Keller Williams Luxury Homes
•760-656-6052 (agent)
•brady@bradysandahl.com (agent)
Bought with Kiersten Matteson•DRE #02026363• Keller Williams Realty
1958 ALEXANDER CLASSIC located in the very popular mid-century modern neighborhood of SUNRISE PARK! The Alexander Construction Company used this home as their model when sales began in this area which they named, Enchanted Homes II. All builder additions/upgrades that were offered at the time were taken advantage of in the construction of this model. Vaulted ceilings, vintage post + beam construction & walls of glass! In addition to the main house which consists of 3BR/2BA, there is an additional casita complete with full bath. Adjacent to the casita and sharing the same bath is the BUNK ROOM perfect for the kids! The outdoor area is entertainment oriented with Tiki Bar, outdoor shower, pool/spa, ping-pong area & western mountain views! Neighbors state the Alexander family stayed here for 4 yrs while their Vista Las Palmas home was being built. This property is a very successful vacation rental managed by Oranj Palm Springs. Rental for March 2020 must be honored by the buyer.
GPSMLS #41415556
Sep 18, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Dec 5, 2010
Listed
$539,000
$279/sq ft
GPSMLS #41423132
Apr 19, 2011
Sold
$499,000
$258/sq ft
Mar 8, 2011
Listed
$539,000
$279/sq ft
Public Records
May 18, 2007
Sold
$637,500
$330/sq ft
GPSMLS #21268258
Apr 25, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Mar 19, 2007
Price Changed
$659,000
$341/sq ft
Oct 23, 2006
Listed
$699,000
$362/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 23, 2004
Sold
$502,000
$260/sq ft
GPSMLS #21192894
Oct 29, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Sep 29, 2004
Listed
$499,000
$258/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 1, 1993
Sold
$125,000
$65/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1977
Sold
$13,500
$7/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,460 (−2.7%)
$546,522 + $1,538,751
$2,085,273
2024
$25,126 (−1.9%)
$546,522 + $1,538,751
$2,085,273
2023
$25,610 (+136.1%)
$535,806 + $1,508,580
$2,044,386
2022
$10,847 (+2.1%)
$525,300 + $1,479,000
$2,004,300
2021
$10,627 (+4.7%)
$92,750 + $726,549
$819,299
2020
$10,147 (+23.5%)
$90,932 + $712,303
$803,235
2019
$8,219 (+1.7%)
$90,000 + $705,000
$795,000
2018
$8,082 (+1.7%)
$143,269 + $429,824
$573,093
2017
$7,946 (+8.7%)
$137,707 + $413,134
$550,841
2016
$7,308 (+8.8%)
$137,707 + $413,134
$550,841
2015
$6,717 (+8.3%)
$127,000 + $380,000
$507,000
2014
$6,204 (+1.3%)
$115,000 + $347,000
$462,000
2013
$6,122 (−3.4%)
$115,000 + $347,000
$462,000
2012
$6,336 (+46.7%)
$110,000 + $331,000
$441,000
2011
$4,319 (−12.5%)
$127,245 + $381,735
$508,980
2010
$4,936 (−19.3%)
$104,000 + $243,000
$347,000
2009
$6,117 (−5.4%)
$117,000 + $272,000
$389,000
2008
$6,469
$146,000 + $341,000
$487,000
Tax history for 217 N Monterey Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,460 (−2.7%)
$546,522 + $1,538,751
$2,085,273
2024
$25,126 (−1.9%)
$546,522 + $1,538,751
$2,085,273
2023
$25,610 (+136.1%)
$535,806 + $1,508,580
$2,044,386
2022
$10,847 (+2.1%)
$525,300 + $1,479,000
$2,004,300
2021
$10,627 (+4.7%)
$92,750 + $726,549
$819,299
2020
$10,147 (+23.5%)
$90,932 + $712,303
$803,235
2019
$8,219 (+1.7%)
$90,000 + $705,000
$795,000
2018
$8,082 (+1.7%)
$143,269 + $429,824
$573,093
2017
$7,946 (+8.7%)
$137,707 + $413,134
$550,841
2016
$7,308 (+8.8%)
$137,707 + $413,134
$550,841
2015
$6,717 (+8.3%)
$127,000 + $380,000
$507,000
2014
$6,204 (+1.3%)
$115,000 + $347,000
$462,000
2013
$6,122 (−3.4%)
$115,000 + $347,000
$462,000
2012
$6,336 (+46.7%)
$110,000 + $331,000
$441,000
2011
$4,319 (−12.5%)
$127,245 + $381,735
$508,980
2010
$4,936 (−19.3%)
$104,000 + $243,000
$347,000
2009
$6,117 (−5.4%)
$117,000 + $272,000
$389,000
2008
$6,469
$146,000 + $341,000
$487,000
*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
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1986
Sq. Ft.
1,931
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
502091007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
R1C
Single-Family Residential Zone
Established to provide a variety of low-density housing types and neighborhoods. Development standards are designed to provide protection and enhancement of the natural and urban setting consistent with the goals of the general plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Dec 18, 2023 • Final
Building (residential) - electrical
Upgrade the main electrical panel to 225 amps.
Electrical
Apr 11, 2023 • Active
Legacy - legacy
Upgrade the main electrical panel to 225 amps.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking and Garage Information
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking: Attached Carport, Side By Side, Driveway
Has Garage
Garage Description: Attached
Total Covered Spaces: 2
Total Carport Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 3
Bathroom Features: Tile Shower
Room Information
Rooms: Breakfast, Dining Area, Living Room, Formal Entry
Eating Areas: Breakfast Room, Dining Area
Kitchen Features: Quartz Counters, Second Kitchen, Remodeled
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings (9 Ft+), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Recessed Lighting
Lot Description: Back Yard, Private, Rectangular Lot, Level, Front Yard
Property Features
Sq Ft Source: Assessor
View: Has View
View Type: Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Accessory Bldgs, Outside Shower, Guest House/Casita, Guest House Attached, Cabana
Property Attached/Detached: Detached
Property Orientation Faces: Front Door Faces East, Leisure Faces West
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Utilities
Utilities Information
PUD Y/N: No
Sewer: In, Connected and Paid
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Total Monthly Association Fees: 0.00
Location Information
Directions: FROM DOWNTOWN PALM SPRINGS: Take Tahquitz Canyon Way eastbound. Left on Farrell Drive. Left on Andreas Road. Right on Monterey Road. Home on your left.
Cross Streets: Andreas Road
Community Information
Gated Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,931
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 1986
County: Riverside County
APN: 502091007
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: Historical Design
Listing Information
Exclusions of Sale: All personal inventory excluded but available for purchase outside of escrow.
Included in Sale: All attached appliances
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, Cash to New Loan
Sale Type: Standard
Short Term Rentals: Yes
Will Consider Lease: No
Around this home
Schools
Katherine Finchy Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
4/10
Raymond Cree Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
5/10
Palm Springs High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 22-32% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 112° expected this year, 21 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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Historical weather
Palm Springs, CA • 92262
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 7.4 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
7.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.50M – $1.81M
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