Little Tuscany, btw Old Las Palmas and Desert Palisades, merges affluence, serene landscapes + architectural gems. Nestled at the end of a cul-de-sac, this estate blends splendor, warmth, & elegance. The oversize lot, the circular driveway, the wrought gates, the majestic entrance + the foyer set the tone for this striking elegant estate. This extensively renovated & environmentally efficient home features an open layout, perfect for entertainment & relaxation. The living room boasts a fireplace, vanishing sliding doors, blending indoor splendor w/ outdoor calm. A cozy fireplace frames the exquisite family room. A classic & modern updated chef's kitchen w/ high-end appliances & a large island foster an environment for gatherings. A breakfast nook + a lavish dining area provide ample space for entertainment. With 5BD/4.5BA, it provides ample guest space. The East wing contains a posh BD En-suite w/ a fireplace, large walk-in closet, a deluxe bath, plus an extra BD. The West wing has a casita, a junior suite, + another BD, offering privacy & comfort for all parties. It features a large pool w/ a beach-like ramp, spa, firepit, framed by stunning Mtn views & a premium south-facing orientation. Various entertainment spots, including an al fresco dining area, sit in a lush, green yard, beautifully contrasting w/ the pool's blue. At night, the sky becomes a vast canvas, adorned by shooting stars. The home epitomizes luxury, sophistication + tranquility in the desert's heart. Land owned.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
0.55 acresLot Size
$615Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Leonardo Montenegro•DRE #01413476• Keller Williams Luxury Homes
•760-464-5600 (agent)
•leonardo@theleonardogroup.com (agent)
Bought with La Var Deem•DRE #01445036• Marquez Deem Realty
Little Tuscany Estate. A 4,300 square foot estate resting on half acre lot with beautiful and unobstructed views of the San Jacinto mountains. Recently renovated to the bones, this gorgeous property has been redesigned to flow & function with a great entertaining layout. 60'resort like pool & spa will accentuate the outdoor lifestyle that has attracted people for generations to our beautiful city. Fire pit & additional outdoor square footage have been positioned to ensure the finest mountain views from all areas. Gracious indoor living area with 12' foot sliders opening to back yard. Upgraded kitchen has KitchenAid subzero refrigerator, dual ovens, microwave, stove, ice maker & designer cabinetry with exotic granite counter tops. Over 400 sq ft, the master suite has fireplace, walk in closets, tub & shower. 4 additional rooms including casita with separate patio & entrance. 3 car garage, circular driveway, end of street, fee land and some of the best views Palm Springs has to offer!
GPSMLS #215038330
Jan 31, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Jul 9, 2016
Price Changed
$1,360,000
$309/sq ft
Dec 29, 2015
Listed
$1,499,000
$341/sq ft
CRMLS #WS15249419
Dec 4, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Nov 19, 2015
Listed
$1,500,000
$341/sq ft
GPSMLS #215016976
Aug 16, 2015
Pending
—
Aug 7, 2015
Sold
$1,360,000
$309/sq ft
Jul 20, 2015
Contingent
—
Jun 1, 2015
Listed
$1,395,000
$317/sq ft
GPSMLS #215006918
May 30, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Feb 24, 2015
Listed
$1,395,000
$317/sq ft
GPSMLS #214003328
Apr 16, 2014
Price Changed
$1,375,000
$313/sq ft
Apr 16, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jan 24, 2014
Listed
$1,495,000
$340/sq ft
GPSMLS #21462634
Jun 3, 2013
Sold
$860,000
$196/sq ft
Apr 24, 2013
Pending
—
Jan 24, 2013
Price Changed
$999,000
$227/sq ft
Jan 11, 2013
Price Changed
$1,049,000
$239/sq ft
Oct 4, 2012
Listed
$1,199,000
$273/sq ft
CRMLS #C08144964
Jan 30, 2009
Sold
$780,000
$177/sq ft
Jan 23, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Nov 19, 2008
Price Changed
$849,000
$193/sq ft
Oct 9, 2008
Listed
$899,000
$205/sq ft
GPSMLS #41347411
Jan 30, 2009
Sold
$780,000
$177/sq ft
Oct 8, 2008
Listed
$849,000
$193/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 2007
Sold
$1,900,000
$432/sq ft
GPSMLS #21231893
Jun 27, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Dec 4, 2005
Listed
$1,299,000
$295/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$31,222 (+101.1%)
$802,502 + $1,872,498
$2,675,000
2024
$15,528 (−1.9%)
$802,502 + $1,872,498
$2,675,000
2023
$15,825 (−0.1%)
$414,134 + $840,820
$1,254,954
2022
$15,844 (+2.1%)
$406,014 + $824,334
$1,230,348
2021
$15,520 (+4.8%)
$398,053 + $808,171
$1,206,224
2020
$14,814 (+1.8%)
$390,249 + $792,325
$1,182,574
2019
$14,556 (+1.9%)
$386,248 + $784,201
$1,170,449
2018
$14,281 (+24.4%)
$378,675 + $768,825
$1,147,500
2017
$11,481 (+5.2%)
$289,476 + $587,724
$877,200
2016
$10,912 (−1.9%)
$289,476 + $587,724
$877,200
2015
$11,121 (+3.0%)
$283,800 + $576,200
$860,000
2014
$10,792 (+3.6%)
$285,088 + $578,815
$863,903
2013
$10,418 (+14.1%)
$285,088 + $578,815
$863,903
2012
$9,128 (−5.1%)
$247,732 + $578,044
$825,776
2011
$9,616 (−0.3%)
$224,000 + $522,000
$746,000
2010
$9,646 (−11.3%)
$238,113 + $555,599
$793,712
2009
$10,876 (−50.8%)
$233,445 + $544,705
$778,150
2008
$22,099
$325,000 + $550,000
$875,000
Tax history for 565 W Santa Elena Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$31,222 (+101.1%)
$802,502 + $1,872,498
$2,675,000
2024
$15,528 (−1.9%)
$802,502 + $1,872,498
$2,675,000
2023
$15,825 (−0.1%)
$414,134 + $840,820
$1,254,954
2022
$15,844 (+2.1%)
$406,014 + $824,334
$1,230,348
2021
$15,520 (+4.8%)
$398,053 + $808,171
$1,206,224
2020
$14,814 (+1.8%)
$390,249 + $792,325
$1,182,574
2019
$14,556 (+1.9%)
$386,248 + $784,201
$1,170,449
2018
$14,281 (+24.4%)
$378,675 + $768,825
$1,147,500
2017
$11,481 (+5.2%)
$289,476 + $587,724
$877,200
2016
$10,912 (−1.9%)
$289,476 + $587,724
$877,200
2015
$11,121 (+3.0%)
$283,800 + $576,200
$860,000
2014
$10,792 (+3.6%)
$285,088 + $578,815
$863,903
2013
$10,418 (+14.1%)
$285,088 + $578,815
$863,903
2012
$9,128 (−5.1%)
$247,732 + $578,044
$825,776
2011
$9,616 (−0.3%)
$224,000 + $522,000
$746,000
2010
$9,646 (−11.3%)
$238,113 + $555,599
$793,712
2009
$10,876 (−50.8%)
$233,445 + $544,705
$778,150
2008
$22,099
$325,000 + $550,000
$875,000
*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
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.55 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
4,396
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
504291001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
R1B
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
Oct 17, 2023 • Final
Building (residential) - single family dwelling - additions/alterations
Addition
Bathroom
Kitchen
Remodel
Oct 24, 2013 • Active
Legacy - legacy
Remodel
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: 6
Parking: Circular Driveway, Covered, Direct Entrance, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Guest, Oversized, Side By Side
Has Garage
Garage Description: Attached
Total Garage Spaces: 3
Total Uncovered/Assigned Spaces: 3
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: 2 Master Bedrooms, All Bedrooms Down, Dressing Area, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Retreat, Master Suite, Walk In Closet
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 2
3/4 Baths: 2
Half Baths: 1
Room Information
Rooms: Breakfast, Casita - Guest House, Dining Area, Entry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Great Room, Living Room
Eating Areas: Breakfast Nook, Dining Area, Kitchen Island
Kitchen Features: Island, Quartz Counters, Remodeled
Laundry Location: In Bathroom
Interior Features
Interior Features: Built-In Features, High Ceilings (9 Ft+), Laundry-Closet Stack, Open Floorplan
Entry Location: Ground Level - No Steps
Doors: Double Door Entry, French Doors, Sliding Doors
Fireplace Location: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Tile
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Line to Refrigerator
Water Heater Unit
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Fireplace(s), Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Electric, Zoned
Exterior
Building Information
Building Style: Contemporary
Building # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Levels: Ground, Ground Level, No Unit Above, One
Roofing: Tile
Exterior Features
Security Safety: Automatic Gate, Closed Circuit Camera(s), Security System Leased
Patio Features: Awning(s), Concrete Slab, Covered, Enclosed, Wrap Around
Other Exterior Features: Premium Lot
Fencing: Fenced, Wrought Iron
Has Sprinklers
Casita Features: Other: Bedroom with En-Suite Bath. Separate entrance.
Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Location: Private
Pool Description: Heated, In Ground, Private
Pool Construction: In Ground, Pebble
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Spa/Hot Tub Description: Heated, Heated - Gas, Private
Spa/Hot Tub Construction: Hot Tub
Land Information
Land Type: Fee
Land Type: Fee Simple
Irrigation: Sprinkler System
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Location: Cul-De-Sac, Near Public Transit, Park Nearby
Lot Description: Automatic Gate, Back Yard, Corners Marked, Fenced, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Private, Single Lot, Street Paved, Street Public, Yard
Property Features
Sq Ft Source: Assessor
View: Has View
View Type: Mountain(s), Pool, Trees/Woods
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
No
Other Structures: Guest House Attached, Guest House/Casita
Property Attached/Detached: Detached
Property Orientation Faces: Front Door Faces North, Leisure Faces South
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Utilities
Utilities Information
PUD Y/N: No
Water: Water District
Water District Name: Desert Water Agency
Sewer: In, Connected and Paid
TV Services: Cable TV
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Total Monthly Association Fees: 0.00
School Information
School District: Palm Springs Unified
Elementary School: Katherine Finchy
Junior Middle School: Raymond Cree
High School: Palm Springs
Location Information
Directions: South on Hwy 111 & N Palm Canyon Dr. Turn Right on W Via Escuela. Then Right on N Via Norte. And lastly, Right at the 2nd cross street onto W Santa Elena. Home is at the end of the street on the left side
Cross Streets: W Santa Elena Rd & N Via Norte
Community Information
Gated Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,396
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Riverside County
APN: 504291001
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: Property Report
Listing Information
Exclusions of Sale: ALL FURNITURE, FURNISHINGS AND ARTWORK (TURNKEY) ARE AVAILABLE OUTSIDE ESCROW.
Included in Sale: Range, Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, and all attached fixtures.
Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional
Sale Type: Standard
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Short Term Rentals: Yes
Will Consider Lease: No
Around this home
Schools
Katherine Finchy Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
4/10
Raymond Cree Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
5/10
Palm Springs High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
7/10 Fire Factor
20% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 112° expected this year, 25 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
10 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$2.57M – $3.11M
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