Nestled deep within The Mesa, one of Palm Springs most historically rich neighborhoods, lies this utterly charming mid century craftsman home. If you are exhausted of the white and grey boxes that have overwhelmed the Palm Springs architectural scene, this home will surely be a breath of fresh air. Step through a stunningly carved pedestrian gate into grounds that rival the best of the Italian countryside. Literally no stone has been unturned as the current owners have rebuilt every rock wall and path, redesigned the once-overrun landscaping, re-laid all irrigation, and rewired/refurbished every exterior electrical element. Truly spectacular in their presence and feel, the grounds that make this estate what it is are now fine tuned to allow the new owner the ability to just enjoy the unrivaled tranquility offered here rather than worry about keeping them up. Not to be downplayed, the interior of this home is equally as alluring. With plenty of indirect natural light that plays beautifully against the darker woods and tiles, you'll enjoy spending time inside as much as out. Entertain out of your gourmet chefs kitchen with Thermador suite of appliances, host friends for movies in the oversized den/billiard room, or offer guests a private retreat in the private entrance attached casita. Whatever you may want in a Palm Springs retreat, this home has it.
The magic of Palm Springs at its best on this 0.45 acres lushly landscaped land, with mature fruit trees, date palms, fountain & numerous areas ideal for entertainment. Just a few minutes from Downtown Palm Springs, this unique, tranquil, hillside retreat if full of privacy & personality. Stunning gardens offer an escape & superb west mountain views from the front courtyard gas fire pit. Beautiful cedar, tongue-groove ceilings with exposed rafters & new Italian tiles. The expansive living room boasts a bar area & a beautiful tiled fireplace. The formal dining area overlooks the back yard featuring a large salt-water heated pool, spa, koi ponds with waterfall & majestic views as well. The new custom-made kitchen features stainless steel Thermador appliances, gas range, double ovens & Ceasar stone countertops & backsplash. This home further features a newly remodeled Casita equipped with kitchen & private bathroom. Other upgrades include new pool equipment, new pool (new plaster & concrete). Additionally, the home features new irrigation valves, two new bathrooms, new electrical, new 200 Amps electric panel, copper water lines re-piping throughout & 3 high efficiency HVAC units.
GPSMLS #41373848
Oct 30, 2009
Sold
$590,000
$207/sq ft
Aug 4, 2009
Listed
$599,000
$210/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 30, 2002
Sold
$400,000
$140/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 19, 1990
Sold
$175,000
$61/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 15, 1989
Sold
$218,000
$76/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 1, 1982
Sold
$126,000
$44/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,824 (+2.5%)
$148,569 + $2,054,210
$2,202,779
2024
$25,191 (−1.9%)
$148,569 + $2,054,210
$2,202,779
2023
$25,675 (−0.1%)
$145,656 + $1,903,932
$2,049,588
2022
$25,708 (+57.7%)
$142,800 + $1,866,600
$2,009,400
2021
$16,300 (+79.6%)
$140,000 + $1,830,000
$1,970,000
2020
$9,077 (+1.8%)
$140,000 + $1,110,000
$1,250,000
2019
$8,919 (+1.9%)
$278,544 + $437,292
$715,836
2018
$8,750 (+1.5%)
$273,083 + $428,718
$701,801
2017
$8,620 (+3.0%)
$262,480 + $412,071
$674,551
2016
$8,365 (+4.1%)
$262,480 + $412,071
$674,551
2015
$8,036 (+1.1%)
$257,334 + $403,992
$661,326
2014
$7,947 (−1.2%)
$248,504 + $390,131
$638,635
2013
$8,044 (+5.3%)
$248,504 + $390,131
$638,635
2012
$7,639 (+3.0%)
$247,382 + $388,369
$635,751
2011
$7,416 (+1.2%)
$242,532 + $380,754
$623,286
2010
$7,327 (+36.7%)
$237,777 + $373,289
$611,066
2009
$5,362 (+1.4%)
$236,000 + $354,000
$590,000
2008
$5,286
$162,000 + $269,000
$431,000
Tax history for 297 Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,824 (+2.5%)
$148,569 + $2,054,210
$2,202,779
2024
$25,191 (−1.9%)
$148,569 + $2,054,210
$2,202,779
2023
$25,675 (−0.1%)
$145,656 + $1,903,932
$2,049,588
2022
$25,708 (+57.7%)
$142,800 + $1,866,600
$2,009,400
2021
$16,300 (+79.6%)
$140,000 + $1,830,000
$1,970,000
2020
$9,077 (+1.8%)
$140,000 + $1,110,000
$1,250,000
2019
$8,919 (+1.9%)
$278,544 + $437,292
$715,836
2018
$8,750 (+1.5%)
$273,083 + $428,718
$701,801
2017
$8,620 (+3.0%)
$262,480 + $412,071
$674,551
2016
$8,365 (+4.1%)
$262,480 + $412,071
$674,551
2015
$8,036 (+1.1%)
$257,334 + $403,992
$661,326
2014
$7,947 (−1.2%)
$248,504 + $390,131
$638,635
2013
$8,044 (+5.3%)
$248,504 + $390,131
$638,635
2012
$7,639 (+3.0%)
$247,382 + $388,369
$635,751
2011
$7,416 (+1.2%)
$242,532 + $380,754
$623,286
2010
$7,327 (+36.7%)
$237,777 + $373,289
$611,066
2009
$5,362 (+1.4%)
$236,000 + $354,000
$590,000
2008
$5,286
$162,000 + $269,000
$431,000
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.45 Acres
Year renovated
1988
Sq. Ft.
3,050
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
513352018
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
Mar 14, 2024 • Final
Building (residential) - electrical
Upgrade the electrical service to 400 amps.
Electrical
Mar 11, 2024 • Final
Building (residential) - photovoltaic
Install a solar panel array and three battery storage systems in the garage.
Battery
Electrical
Solar
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