Now is your chance to own this Classic BUTTERFLY designed by Palmer & Krisel and built by the Alexander Construction Company! This majestic midcentury home, located in beautiful Racquet Club Estates, is situated on an oversized lot (over 12,000 sq ft!) complete with low maintenance front landscaping, breeze block walls and a RARE side yard for RV parking. This Mid Century Estate is perfect for that quintessential Palm Springs Instagram post. Enjoy this mid century gem with gleaming porcelain tile flooring throughout, chefs kitchen with stainless steel appliances, clerestory windows, and sleek fireplace. Primary suite boasts an additional AC system for extra comfort, large closets, and a perfectly appointed en suite bath with outside access. Two large guest bedrooms are fully furnished and decorated exquisitely, just the right vibe for the sophisticated Palm Springs getaway. The expansive grounds create an incredible sense of privacy and space, centered around a beautiful kidney-shaped pool that captures the quintessential Palm Springs aesthetic. With generous outdoor areas and a wonderful sense of scale, the property is perfectly suited for entertaining, relaxing poolside, or enjoying long desert evenings under the stars. The extra large and extremely private resort-style backyard features an outdoor covered lanai, bocce ball court, classic kidney-shaped mid century deep LARGE pool with spa, dining area, fully plumbed firepit lounge area, and tons of hang out space for large gatherings! Lots of outdoor storage, perfect for storing pool toys and bikes. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath mid century masterpiece is OFFERED FULLY TURNKEY FURNISHED, a perfect opportunity for those seeking a ready-to-move-in home with minimal hassle. Thoughtfully furnished to complement its mid-century character, the home blends vintage Palm Springs style with the ease and comfort of a ready-to-enjoy retreat. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a weekend getaway, or a stylish desert escape, this property offers an exceptional combination of architectural pedigree, generous land, and turnkey convenience. Racquet Club Estates, located in Palm Springs, is an iconic neighborhood, near world class shopping, dining, golf, hiking and culture. No HOA and Fee land (you own the land).
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$774Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Stephanie Howard•DRE #01990216• BD Homes-The Paul Kaplan Group
Racquet Club Road Estates Historic District, located between N Indian Canyon Dr and N Palm Canyon Dr, is a historic and residential Palm Springs neighborhood with midcentury modern streetscapes and mountain-view backdrops. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the N Palm Canyon Dr and E Racquet Club Rd corridor, where low-slung signage, resort-era landscaping, and a steady flow of local errands set the tempo. Architectural lines lean toward postwar desert modernism—flat roofs, breeze-block details, and carports framed by palms. Ruth Hardy Park adds lawns and courts that shape daily routines. The Palm Springs Visitor Center (Tramway Gas Station) and the Palm Springs Air Museum anchor the area’s design-and-aviation lore. Desert drives and bikeable blocks connect quickly to Uptown’s galleries and cafes.
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Market insights
862 E Garden Rd · $948,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 52 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.1%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$948,000
Median sale price in this area is $619,025. (35% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
19% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Open floor plan
Detached with no common walls
Foyer entry
Double-pane windows
Custom window coverings
Furnished
Bedrooms
All bedrooms on the main floor
Main floor bedroom(s)
Bathrooms
Remodeled full bathrooms
Tile bathrooms
Kitchen
Gourmet kitchen with island
Remodeled kitchen
Microwave
Range
Range hood
Built-in appliances
Laundry & utility
Stacked laundry in closet
Washer
Dryer
Gas or electric dryer hookup
Gas water heater
Flooring
Ceramic tile floors
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central cooling
Fireplaces
Gas fireplace in living room
Exterior fire pit
Two fireplaces
Appliances & equipment
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Refrigerator
Freezer
Range/oven
Microwave
Washer
Dryer
Ceiling fan
Exterior features
Private in-ground heated and filtered pool (gas heated)
Private in-ground heated spa
Heated spa
Covered and open patio areas
Concrete slab patio
Fenced yard with block wall
Back yard
Landscaped grounds
Shed
Mountain views
Home design
Detached single-family home
One-level (single story)
Updated/remodeled condition
Stucco exterior
Foam roof
Concrete slab foundation
Fee simple ownership
Parking
Total of 4 parking spaces
2 covered parking spaces
2 open/uncovered spaces
RV gated access
RV parking possible
Driveway
Carport
Construction
Stucco construction
Foam roof
Concrete slab foundation
Built in tract: Racquet Club East
Utilities
Sewer: in street, paid
Other
Property type: Residential single-family
Zoning: R1C
Electricity and solar
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This Classic BUTTERFLY designed by Palmer & Krisel and built by the Alexander Construction C0. has been tastefully upgraded with great finishes to bring back it's vintage Vibe!!-- The kitchen has been extensively remodeled with a streamline design, featuring Caesar-stone waterfall island and designer tile. Upgrades include: pool replaster, equip, Spa, Master and guest Baths , electrical updates, double paned windows/sliders, kitchen cabinets/appliances and Newer Water heater. Located in the sought after architectural neighborhood of Racquet Club Estates just minutes from shopping, schools and tourist attractions. The Living Room with vaulted Vintage Tile ceiling and fireplace makes this the perfect place to relax. This Mid-Century house, with amazing views, can be a great for your main home or a cash generating Vacation Rental---added bonus is RV Parking!!!!! Redone by "Modern Retro Homes and Staged by I2I design.
Public Records
Jan 23, 2014
Sold
$350,000
$286/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 27, 1986
Sold
$74,500
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,815 (−2.6%)
$221,014 + $515,708
$736,722
2024
$9,050 (−1.9%)
$221,014 + $515,708
$736,722
2023
$9,221 (−0.1%)
$216,681 + $505,597
$722,278
2022
$9,233 (+2.1%)
$212,433 + $495,684
$708,117
2021
$9,046 (+4.7%)
$208,268 + $485,965
$694,233
2020
$8,640 (+1.8%)
$204,185 + $476,437
$680,622
2019
$8,491 (+1.9%)
$202,092 + $471,552
$673,644
2018
$8,332 (+1.5%)
$198,130 + $462,306
$660,436
2017
$8,209 (+3.0%)
$190,438 + $444,355
$634,793
2016
$7,969 (+4.1%)
$190,438 + $444,355
$634,793
2015
$7,656 (+360.1%)
$186,704 + $435,643
$622,347
2014
$1,664 (−16.9%)
$39,002 + $79,622
$118,624
2013
$2,003 (+9.1%)
$39,002 + $79,622
$118,624
2012
$1,837 (+21.8%)
$38,827 + $79,263
$118,090
2011
$1,508 (−18.6%)
$38,066 + $77,709
$115,775
2010
$1,853 (+21.0%)
$37,320 + $76,186
$113,506
2009
$1,531 (+6.9%)
$37,042 + $75,617
$112,659
2008
$1,432
$37,131 + $75,798
$112,929
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
1992
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,225
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,225
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
501071029
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
Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 19-29% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 112° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
8 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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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.
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Redfin Estimate for 862 E Garden Rd
$949,945
$1,945 over list price of $948K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $825K to $1.1M.