BEST DEAL in Vista Las Palmas! Mid-Century Modern Charles Dubois AIA-Alexander built-H3K-Remodeled home. Prime opportunity to own a fabulous property in VLP! Upgraded 2,901 square feet / 5 bedroom / 4 bathroom paradise in the desert. Former Mayor's residence turned restaurateurs' vacation home featuring a 4 bed / 3 bath main house and 5th bed 4th bath attached guest house and private entrance. Light, bright spacious entertainers kitchen and nook flows to a modern dining room / open layout living area opening to a outdoor living area / pool & spa for that true Palm Springs Lifestyle! Incredible breathtaking mountain views from the very private palm tree filled backyard! Clerestory windows provide light filled ambiance throughout the home. A desert dweller / A weekender dream home / or a successful vacation rental. The opportunity is here! Walking and biking distance to Coffee / Restaurants / Shopping / Hiking Entertainment and more! Experience Palm Springs perfection. Take advantage now
Former home of Palm Springs Mayor. This Charles DuBois AIA. H3K remodeled home located in Vista Las Palmas offers five bedrooms four bathrooms and an attached guest house. Clerestory windows have been added to enhance mountain views along with all new doors and windows. The open kitchen is filled with lots of natural light and features Fisher & Pikel, Bosche and Sile Stone counters tops. The well appointed master bath has a free standing tub, shower with multi head showering system, direct pool access and a walk in closet. All bathrooms include custom Italian tile, low flow toilets and modern fixtures. Dove grey high gloss tile floors complete the package. Out back you will find a newly tiled pool and raised spa, spectacular westerly facing mountain views and fresh landscaping. This home could be an ideal vacation rental property.
GPSMLS #41460830
Dec 21, 2012
Sold
$808,000
$279/sq ft
Sep 9, 2012
Listed
$895,000
$309/sq ft
GPSMLS #21345213
Mar 24, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Jan 9, 2009
Price Changed
$889,000
$306/sq ft
Oct 1, 2008
Listed
$989,000
$341/sq ft
GPSMLS #21328217
Jul 11, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jun 5, 2008
Price Changed
$1,199,000
$413/sq ft
Apr 16, 2008
Listed
$1,289,000
$444/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 23, 2004
Sold
$790,000
$272/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 26, 1996
Sold
$325,000
$112/sq ft
Public Records
May 4, 1984
Sold
$183,000
$63/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,683 (−2.6%)
$555,538 + $1,031,726
$1,587,264
2024
$19,190 (−1.9%)
$555,538 + $1,031,726
$1,587,264
2023
$19,558 (−0.1%)
$544,646 + $1,011,497
$1,556,143
2022
$19,583 (+2.1%)
$533,967 + $991,664
$1,525,631
2021
$19,181 (+4.8%)
$523,498 + $972,220
$1,495,718
2020
$18,305 (+1.8%)
$513,234 + $953,157
$1,466,391
2019
$17,985 (+1.9%)
$507,972 + $943,384
$1,451,356
2018
$17,647 (+1.5%)
$498,012 + $924,887
$1,422,899
2017
$17,385 (+3.1%)
$478,477 + $889,357
$1,367,834
2016
$16,869 (+4.0%)
$478,477 + $889,357
$1,367,834
2015
$16,226 (+1.0%)
$469,096 + $871,919
$1,341,015
2014
$16,072 (+56.3%)
$453,000 + $842,000
$1,295,000
2013
$10,284 (−2.5%)
$453,000 + $842,000
$1,295,000
2012
$10,547 (+12.0%)
$282,800 + $525,200
$808,000
2011
$9,415 (−6.7%)
$257,000 + $599,000
$856,000
2010
$10,087 (−7.0%)
$231,000 + $539,000
$770,000
2009
$10,842 (+7.7%)
$242,000 + $565,000
$807,000
2008
$10,068
$261,665 + $610,554
$872,219
Tax history for 855 N High Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,683 (−2.6%)
$555,538 + $1,031,726
$1,587,264
2024
$19,190 (−1.9%)
$555,538 + $1,031,726
$1,587,264
2023
$19,558 (−0.1%)
$544,646 + $1,011,497
$1,556,143
2022
$19,583 (+2.1%)
$533,967 + $991,664
$1,525,631
2021
$19,181 (+4.8%)
$523,498 + $972,220
$1,495,718
2020
$18,305 (+1.8%)
$513,234 + $953,157
$1,466,391
2019
$17,985 (+1.9%)
$507,972 + $943,384
$1,451,356
2018
$17,647 (+1.5%)
$498,012 + $924,887
$1,422,899
2017
$17,385 (+3.1%)
$478,477 + $889,357
$1,367,834
2016
$16,869 (+4.0%)
$478,477 + $889,357
$1,367,834
2015
$16,226 (+1.0%)
$469,096 + $871,919
$1,341,015
2014
$16,072 (+56.3%)
$453,000 + $842,000
$1,295,000
2013
$10,284 (−2.5%)
$453,000 + $842,000
$1,295,000
2012
$10,547 (+12.0%)
$282,800 + $525,200
$808,000
2011
$9,415 (−6.7%)
$257,000 + $599,000
$856,000
2010
$10,087 (−7.0%)
$231,000 + $539,000
$770,000
2009
$10,842 (+7.7%)
$242,000 + $565,000
$807,000
2008
$10,068
$261,665 + $610,554
$872,219
*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
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
2,901
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
505122007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
Property details
Parking
Parking and Garage Information
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Garage Description: Attached
Total Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 4
Room Information
Laundry Location: Individual Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace(s)
Total Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Raised Hearth
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Building Style: Mid Century, Modern
Year Built Source: Assessor
Levels: One
Roofing: Foam
Exterior Features
Patio Features: Concrete Slab, Covered
Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Location: Private
Pool Description: Heated
Pool Construction: Gunite, In Ground
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Spa/Hot Tub Description: Heated - Gas
Spa/Hot Tub Construction: Gunite, In Ground
Land Information
Lot Acres: 0.2800
Land Type: Fee
Land Type: Fee Simple
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Property Features
Sq Ft Source: Assessor
View: Has View
View Type: Mountain(s)
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Guest House Attached
Property Attached/Detached: Detached
Property Orientation Faces: Front Door Faces East, Leisure Faces West
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: In, Connected and Paid
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Total Monthly Association Fees: 0.00
Location Information
Directions: From Palm Canyon Drive take Alejo towards the mountains to the end, turn left, right, left, right, left, right on High Road.
Cross Streets: Leisure
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,901
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Riverside County
APN: 505122007
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan
Sale Type: Standard
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 • 1.4mi
5/10
Palm Springs High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
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
18% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
10 days above 112° expected this year, 30 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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Historical weather
Palm Springs, CA • 92262
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.8 hours in
June and 7.3 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.8 hrs
7.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$2.26M – $2.74M
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