Priced to Sell! Here is your end of Season opportunity! Stunning Mid-Century architecture at its best! This private resort-style home in the heart of Warm Sands has been completely restored and updated. Enter front gate to a custom saline pool and spa with stunning panoramic, unobstructed west mountain views. This entertainer's dream home is complete with built in BBQ, gas fire feature, outdoor shower and covered patio. A flexible floor plan allows for easy entertaining. Stunning chef's kitchen. Huge greatroom with fireplace. Media room off kitchen. Two master suites on opposite sides of the home. This gem shines with energy efficient doors & windows, appliances, HVAC, insulation and tankless water heater. Porcelain flooring, spa like baths and private patios off every bedroom. Truly is a 10+ home for your most discerning buyers!
Single-familyProperty Type
1959Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$622Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Marnie Balog•DRE #01719746• Keller Williams Realty
Bought with Larry Griffith•DRE #01298083• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Panoramic Views from the front of the home. One of the best mountain views in Warm Sands. Enjoy entertaining your family and friends in this home. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, great dining area, fireplace, built-in entertainment bar in the living room. Large front yard . .. perfect to build a pool & spa in. Original owner!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,711 (−2.6%)
$232,913 + $685,266
$918,179
2024
$10,999 (−1.9%)
$228,347 + $671,830
$900,177
2023
$11,208 (−0.1%)
$223,870 + $658,657
$882,527
2022
$11,222 (+2.1%)
$219,481 + $645,743
$865,224
2021
$10,994 (+4.7%)
$215,178 + $633,082
$848,260
2020
$10,497 (+1.8%)
$210,959 + $620,669
$831,628
2019
$10,315 (+1.9%)
$208,796 + $614,305
$823,101
2018
$10,122 (+1.5%)
$204,702 + $602,260
$806,962
2017
$9,972 (+3.0%)
$196,754 + $578,874
$775,628
2016
$9,679 (+4.1%)
$196,754 + $578,874
$775,628
2015
$9,302 (+142.4%)
$192,897 + $567,524
$760,421
2014
$3,837 (−0.8%)
$63,177 + $239,870
$303,047
2013
$3,869 (+6.8%)
$63,177 + $239,870
$303,047
2012
$3,623 (+27.2%)
$62,893 + $238,787
$301,680
2011
$2,847 (+258.2%)
$61,660 + $230,705
$292,365
2010
$795 (+0.4%)
$60,451 + $171,280
$231,731
2009
$792 (+5.7%)
$19,416 + $40,438
$59,854
2008
$749
$19,463 + $40,535
$59,998
Tax history for 688 S Thornhill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,711 (−2.6%)
$232,913 + $685,266
$918,179
2024
$10,999 (−1.9%)
$228,347 + $671,830
$900,177
2023
$11,208 (−0.1%)
$223,870 + $658,657
$882,527
2022
$11,222 (+2.1%)
$219,481 + $645,743
$865,224
2021
$10,994 (+4.7%)
$215,178 + $633,082
$848,260
2020
$10,497 (+1.8%)
$210,959 + $620,669
$831,628
2019
$10,315 (+1.9%)
$208,796 + $614,305
$823,101
2018
$10,122 (+1.5%)
$204,702 + $602,260
$806,962
2017
$9,972 (+3.0%)
$196,754 + $578,874
$775,628
2016
$9,679 (+4.1%)
$196,754 + $578,874
$775,628
2015
$9,302 (+142.4%)
$192,897 + $567,524
$760,421
2014
$3,837 (−0.8%)
$63,177 + $239,870
$303,047
2013
$3,869 (+6.8%)
$63,177 + $239,870
$303,047
2012
$3,623 (+27.2%)
$62,893 + $238,787
$301,680
2011
$2,847 (+258.2%)
$61,660 + $230,705
$292,365
2010
$795 (+0.4%)
$60,451 + $171,280
$231,731
2009
$792 (+5.7%)
$19,416 + $40,438
$59,854
2008
$749
$19,463 + $40,535
$59,998
*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
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
1,980
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
508234011
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 4, 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
Feb 21, 2012 • Final
Building (residential) - single family dwelling - additions/alterations
Electrical
Plumbing
Roofing
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: 2
Has Garage
Total Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: 2 Master Bedrooms, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Walk In Closet
Bathroom Information
3/4 Baths: 3
Bathroom Features: 2 Master Baths, Remodeled
Room Information
Rooms: Great Room
Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Dining Area
Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Island, Remodeled
Interior Features
Interior Features: Open Floorplan
Entry Location: Living Room
Doors: Sliding Doors
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace(s)
Fireplace Features: Other
Fireplace Location: Great Room
Flooring
Other
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Dual
Exterior
Building Information
Building Style: Mid Century
Year Built Source: Assessor
Levels: One
Exterior Features
Patio Features: Covered
Other Exterior Features: Energy Efficient
Fencing: Block
Has Sprinklers
Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Location: Private
Pool Construction: In Ground
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Spa/Hot Tub Description: Private
Spa/Hot Tub Construction: In Ground
Land Information
Lot Acres: 0.3000
Land Type: Fee
Land Type: Fee Simple
Irrigation: Drip System
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Description: Front Yard
Property Features
Sq Ft Source: Appraiser
View: Has View
View Type: Mountain(s), Panoramic, Pool
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached/Detached: Detached
Property Orientation Faces: Front Door Faces West
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Green/Energy Efficiency Information
Green Features: Yes
Green Energy Efficient: Insulation, Windows
Green Location: Walkability
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Total Monthly Association Fees: 0.00
Location Information
Directions: From Sunrise Way turn west to E Sunny Dunes Road, right onto S. Thornhill Road, property is second home on your right.
Cross Streets: E Sunny Dunes Road
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,980
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Riverside County
APN: 508234011
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 4, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan
Sale Type: Standard
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Will Consider Lease: No
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Cahuilla Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
3/10
Raymond Cree Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
5/10
Palm Springs High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
2/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
7/10 Fire Factor
17% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 110° 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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Palm Springs, CA • 92264
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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.
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Estimated sale price
$1.34M – $1.62M
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