Mid-Century Modern Butterfly with 3 BR/2 BA, exceptional landscaping and owned SOLAR system that is located in the desirable Sunrise Park Neighborhood. This one-of-a-kind architect-designed beauty features floor-to-ceiling windows and/or sliders in all rooms; clerestory windows abound. When shown the house, Donald Wexler attributed the work to be of his business partner, Richard Harrison. Renovated kitchen with quartz counters, Hansgrohe fixtures and newer stainless appliances including large Bosch gas cooktop, double ovens, large side-by-side refrigerator and Fisher & Paykel 2-drawer dishwasher. The kitchen opens to the dining and living room with custom shelving and a gas fireplace. The master bedroom provides a large walk-in closet, a master bath with double raised sinks, under lit floating cabinetry and a frameless glass shower. Shimmering large, deep pool in an amazing backyard with 10 foot hedges all around for total privacy. Clearly a Mid Century Modern, Not to be missed!!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
10,454 sq ftLot Size
$612Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Bill Weaver•DRE #01894628• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Frank Arellano•DRE #01059282• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Steven Lautenbach•DRE #01866311• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
WOW! Price Improved! This Mid-Century butterfly with 3 BR and 2 BA, exceptional landscaping and solar system is located in Central Palm Springs. Newly renovated kitchen with clerestory windows includes terrazzo style counters, Hansgrohe fixtures and top line stainless appliances including a Bosch cooktop, zero radius sink, double oven, refrigerator and Fisher & Paykel 2-draw dishwasher. The kitchen opens to the dining and living rooms with custom shelving and gas fireplace. Master bedroom provides a large walk-in closet. Master bath has double raised sinks, floating cabinetry and a frameless glass shower with oversized matte subway tiles, rain showerhead and handheld fixture for an invigorating experience. The 2nd bath compliments with same eye-catching style. All 3 bedrooms uniquely offer floor to ceiling views out to the shimmering pool, spa and backyard. Clearly contemporary, the streamlined design and sun-soaked landscapes give this home an appeal of hip, lively dimension.
Public Records
May 8, 1998
Sold
$143,000
$91/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 21, 1995
Sold
$142,000
$90/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 27, 1988
Sold
$108,500
$69/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 13, 1985
Sold
$132,500
$84/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,623 (−2.6%)
$98,426 + $628,845
$727,271
2024
$8,852 (−1.8%)
$98,426 + $628,845
$727,271
2023
$9,017 (−0.1%)
$96,497 + $616,515
$713,012
2022
$9,026 (+2.1%)
$94,605 + $604,427
$699,032
2021
$8,842 (+4.5%)
$92,750 + $592,576
$685,326
2020
$8,462 (−4.3%)
$90,932 + $580,957
$671,889
2019
$8,843 (+1.9%)
$90,000 + $575,000
$665,000
2018
$8,678 (+1.5%)
$206,642 + $482,178
$688,820
2017
$8,550 (+7.7%)
$198,620 + $463,454
$662,074
2016
$7,939 (+5.9%)
$198,620 + $463,454
$662,074
2015
$7,498 (+35.7%)
$186,000 + $434,000
$620,000
2014
$5,526 (+30.5%)
$130,000 + $304,000
$434,000
2013
$4,235 (+10.4%)
$130,000 + $304,000
$434,000
2012
$3,836 (−5.4%)
$97,000 + $227,000
$324,000
2011
$4,054 (−12.6%)
$91,000 + $212,000
$303,000
2010
$4,640 (−13.6%)
$97,000 + $228,000
$325,000
2009
$5,369 (+148.2%)
$110,000 + $255,000
$365,000
2008
$2,164
$128,000 + $298,000
$426,000
Tax history for 480 N MONTEREY Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,623 (−2.6%)
$98,426 + $628,845
$727,271
2024
$8,852 (−1.8%)
$98,426 + $628,845
$727,271
2023
$9,017 (−0.1%)
$96,497 + $616,515
$713,012
2022
$9,026 (+2.1%)
$94,605 + $604,427
$699,032
2021
$8,842 (+4.5%)
$92,750 + $592,576
$685,326
2020
$8,462 (−4.3%)
$90,932 + $580,957
$671,889
2019
$8,843 (+1.9%)
$90,000 + $575,000
$665,000
2018
$8,678 (+1.5%)
$206,642 + $482,178
$688,820
2017
$8,550 (+7.7%)
$198,620 + $463,454
$662,074
2016
$7,939 (+5.9%)
$198,620 + $463,454
$662,074
2015
$7,498 (+35.7%)
$186,000 + $434,000
$620,000
2014
$5,526 (+30.5%)
$130,000 + $304,000
$434,000
2013
$4,235 (+10.4%)
$130,000 + $304,000
$434,000
2012
$3,836 (−5.4%)
$97,000 + $227,000
$324,000
2011
$4,054 (−12.6%)
$91,000 + $212,000
$303,000
2010
$4,640 (−13.6%)
$97,000 + $228,000
$325,000
2009
$5,369 (+148.2%)
$110,000 + $255,000
$365,000
2008
$2,164
$128,000 + $298,000
$426,000
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1988
Sq. Ft.
1,579
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
502112021
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 26, 2023 • Final
Building (residential) - plumbing
Perform a gas repiping for the entire house to serve the property.
Gas
Plumbing
Jul 14, 2022 • Final
Building (residential) - mechanical
Replace an existing split system heating and air conditioning unit with a similar model.
HVAC
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 Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 2
Bathroom Features: Double Vanity(s)
Room Information
Rooms: Den - Study, Dining Area, Living Room
Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Dining Area
Kitchen Features: Granite Counters
Laundry Location: In Closet, Laundry Area
Interior Features
Furnished: Unfurnished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace(s)
Total Fireplaces: 1
Flooring
Tile
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Washer
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Zoned
Exterior
Building Information
Building Style: Mid Century
Building # of Stories: 1
Levels: Ground, One
Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Location: Private
Pool Description: Gunite, In Ground, Private
Pool Construction: Gunite, In Ground
Land Information
Lot Acres: 0.2399
Land Type: Fee
Land Type: Fee Simple
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Other
Property Features
Sq Ft Source: Other
View: Has View
View Type: Mountain(s)
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached/Detached: Detached
Location
Location Information
Directions: From Sunrise, East on Alejo. Monterey is one block before Farrell, South on Monterey. Home is 2nd house on the east side from the corner.
Cross Streets: Alejo
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,579
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: 1988
County: Riverside County
APN: 502112021
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: Home Warranty Plan
Listing Information
Sale Type: Standard
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Around this home
Schools
Katherine Finchy Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
4/10
Raymond Cree Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
5/10
Palm Springs High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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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In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 7.4 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
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