REDUCED! Classic Palm Springs Mid-Century Butterfly Roof Home designed by William Krisel FAIA, built in 1961 by the Alexander Construction Co. Huge southwest facing, elevated corner lot with wonderful mountain views. Picture of home's exterior have been published in Modernism Magazine in 2002; the writer stating: The whimsical butterfly roofs became a benchmark of contemporary design throughout Southern California, though they were rarely executed as gracefully as in the Alexanders' homes. Clerestory windows, carport/breezeway and fireplace add to the charm. Urethane roof, energy efficient HVAC system and most pool equipment have been replaced within the past four years. Racquet Club Road Estates is part of a wonderful neighborhood organization formed to appreciate and help preserve the mid-century architecture. YOU OWN THE LAND.
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$694Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Brad Rivers•DRE #01863021• Keller Williams Luxury Homes
Bought with Clay Baham•DRE #01055122• Greater Palm Springs Realty
This Alexander Has Been Brought Back Inside But, Could Use Your Tlc Outside Price Reflects Repairs Needed In Yard Seller To Select Services Sq. Ft. Is Estimated. Bring All Offers!see This Listing On The Web At Cscottps. Com Reduced 14k For Quick Sale As Is.
Public Records
Jan 10, 1997
Sold
$90,000
$73/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 13, 1987
Sold
$75,000
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,642 (−2.6%)
$128,751 + $334,511
$463,262
2024
$5,790 (−1.8%)
$128,751 + $334,511
$463,262
2023
$5,898 (−0.1%)
$126,227 + $327,952
$454,179
2022
$5,905 (+6.7%)
$123,752 + $321,522
$445,274
2020
$5,532 (+1.7%)
$118,948 + $309,038
$427,986
2019
$5,438 (+1.9%)
$117,729 + $305,870
$423,599
2018
$5,338 (+1.5%)
$115,421 + $299,873
$415,294
2017
$5,260 (+3.0%)
$110,940 + $288,230
$399,170
2016
$5,108 (+4.2%)
$110,940 + $288,230
$399,170
2015
$4,901 (+6.6%)
$108,765 + $282,579
$391,344
2014
$4,599 (+8.3%)
$105,034 + $253,277
$358,311
2013
$4,248 (−3.5%)
$105,034 + $253,277
$358,311
2012
$4,404 (+85.1%)
$95,000 + $230,000
$325,000
2011
$2,379 (−1.6%)
$102,510 + $247,190
$349,700
2010
$2,416 (+0.1%)
$47,040 + $138,781
$185,821
2009
$2,414 (+7.2%)
$46,690 + $137,745
$184,435
2008
$2,251
$46,801 + $138,073
$184,874
Tax history for 939 E Sunair
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,642 (−2.6%)
$128,751 + $334,511
$463,262
2024
$5,790 (−1.8%)
$128,751 + $334,511
$463,262
2023
$5,898 (−0.1%)
$126,227 + $327,952
$454,179
2022
$5,905 (+6.7%)
$123,752 + $321,522
$445,274
2020
$5,532 (+1.7%)
$118,948 + $309,038
$427,986
2019
$5,438 (+1.9%)
$117,729 + $305,870
$423,599
2018
$5,338 (+1.5%)
$115,421 + $299,873
$415,294
2017
$5,260 (+3.0%)
$110,940 + $288,230
$399,170
2016
$5,108 (+4.2%)
$110,940 + $288,230
$399,170
2015
$4,901 (+6.6%)
$108,765 + $282,579
$391,344
2014
$4,599 (+8.3%)
$105,034 + $253,277
$358,311
2013
$4,248 (−3.5%)
$105,034 + $253,277
$358,311
2012
$4,404 (+85.1%)
$95,000 + $230,000
$325,000
2011
$2,379 (−1.6%)
$102,510 + $247,190
$349,700
2010
$2,416 (+0.1%)
$47,040 + $138,781
$185,821
2009
$2,414 (+7.2%)
$46,690 + $137,745
$184,435
2008
$2,251
$46,801 + $138,073
$184,874
*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
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
1,666
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
501071010
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 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
Jul 8, 2025 • Final
Building (residential) - single family dwelling - additions/alterations
Add a kitchen to an existing guest suite to convert it into a junior accessory dwelling unit.
Addition
ADU
Kitchen
Nov 6, 2020 • Active
Legacy - legacy
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
Parking: Attached Carport
Garage Description: Attached
Total Covered Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 2
Bathroom Features: Shower Over Tub, Sunken Tub
Room Information
Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Dining Area
Kitchen Features: Island
Interior Features
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings
Furnished: Unfurnished
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Dryer Hookup
Volt 220 Locations: In Laundry
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Forced Air
Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Central Air, Evaporative Cooling
Exterior
Building Information
Building Style: Mid Century
Year Built Source: Assessor
Levels: One
Foundation: Slab
Exterior Features
Fencing: Block, Wood
Has Sprinklers
Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Description: Heated, In Ground
Pool Construction: In Ground
Land Information
Lot Acres: 0.3000
Land Type: Fee
Land Type: Fee Simple
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Description: Street Paved, Yard
Property Features
Sq Ft Source: Other
View Type: Mountain(s)
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Property Orientation Faces: Front Door Faces West
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: In Street Paid
TV Services: Cable TV
Location
School Information
School District: Coachella Valley Unified
Location Information
Directions: North of Racquet Club Drive, on the corner of Avenida Caballeros.
Cross Streets: Avenida Caballeros
Community Information
Community Features: RV Access/Parking
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,666
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Riverside County
APN: 501071010
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Will Consider Lease: No
Around this home
Schools
Vista Del Monte Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
3/10
Raymond Cree Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
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
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 19-29% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.46% 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
8 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 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
$808,000 – $978,000
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