A rare mid-century architectural gem in the Prestigious Thunderbird Heights, attributed to renowned architect Howard Lapham built in 1958. This nearly 4,200 sq ft Pool Home Estate offers a total of 5 Bedrooms and 5 Bathrooms. Included in this count are multiple guest accommodations including a Detached Studio Home as well as an attached Guest Home Casita. Ideal for entertaining, the home features authentic flagstone floors, slump stone accents, a reimagined period-appropriate kitchen, and panoramic mountain views from both north and south-facing patios. The impressive yard is over an acre and offers room for expansion, a tennis court or the most spectacular yard in the Valley. Enjoy modern comforts with updated HVAC and a newer roof, plus dual gated driveways for privacy and a grand sense of arrival. A 3-car garage and 2-car carport provide ample parking for collector vehicles and golf carts. Direct golf cart tunnel access to Thunderbird Country Club adds convenience and prestige. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of architectural history in one of Rancho Mirage's most exclusive enclaves. Perfect for collectors, entertainers, and those seeking timeless design in a legacy community.
This sprawling mid-century home is located in the historic community of Thunderbird Heights in Rancho Mirage, still coined "Playground of the Presidents. " This sleek, double-gated estate offers absolute privacy, with mature hedges surrounding the property. The lot features many palm trees, Sugaros, and other specimen plants indigenous to the Coachella Valley and the Chocolate Mountains. Dual access from Placerville and Tonopah Roads with a spacious motor court that leads to the five-bedroom, five-bathroom residence, blending traditional Palm Springs design with modern elements throughout. This home rests on approximately 1.1 acres of land and was built in 1958. There is a guest house with a separate entrance on the north side of the property. The main living room is ideal for entertaining with a malm fireplace, expansive sliding doors, and lots of natural light. The kitchen, which is adjacent to the main living room, offers stainless steel appliances and connects you to the formal dining room. In addition to the guest house, this house also has a maid's quarters with its own private entrance, a spectacular southern view from the backyard, air conditioning & heating, two car garage, two-plus golf cart bays, and much more. The large, private backyard is the perfect retreat fully equipped with an inground lap pool and spa to soak in the mountain views. Thunderbird Heights has high-level 24-hour staffed security for the most distinguished of residents with a location central to all of the finest dining and shopping Rancho Mirage has to offer. This home offers absolute privacy and serenity. Seller selects services.
Public Records
May 4, 2005
Sold
$925,000
$220/sq ft
GPSMLS #21205017
Mar 4, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jan 31, 2005
Listed
$925,000
$220/sq ft
GPSMLS #21126320
Jul 26, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Jan 25, 2002
Listed
$710,000
$169/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 25, 1992
Sold
$560,000
$133/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 9, 1987
Sold
$325,000
$77/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 20, 1985
Sold
$525,000
$125/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,611 (−1.7%)
$668,561 + $1,559,975
$2,228,536
2024
$27,072 (−1.0%)
$655,452 + $1,529,388
$2,184,840
2023
$27,350 (+71.2%)
$642,600 + $1,499,400
$2,142,000
2022
$15,975 (+2.1%)
$630,000 + $1,470,000
$2,100,000
2021
$15,645 (+5.6%)
$525,395 + $689,587
$1,214,982
2020
$14,814 (+2.6%)
$515,094 + $676,066
$1,191,160
2019
$14,444 (+3.9%)
$509,813 + $669,134
$1,178,947
2018
$13,899 (+5.0%)
$496,080 + $651,040
$1,147,120
2017
$13,236 (+2.6%)
$455,000 + $597,000
$1,052,000
2016
$12,896 (+2.3%)
$455,000 + $597,000
$1,052,000
2015
$12,607 (−1.1%)
$448,000 + $588,000
$1,036,000
2014
$12,753 (−2.0%)
$448,000 + $588,000
$1,036,000
2013
$13,007 (+10.8%)
$448,000 + $588,000
$1,036,000
2012
$11,740 (−3.6%)
$448,000 + $588,000
$1,036,000
2011
$12,177 (−1.5%)
$423,000 + $556,000
$979,000
2010
$12,365 (+1.9%)
$435,196 + $571,196
$1,006,392
2009
$12,138 (+9.0%)
$431,945 + $566,928
$998,873
2008
$11,141
$432,972 + $568,276
$1,001,248
Tax history for 40286 Tonopah Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,611 (−1.7%)
$668,561 + $1,559,975
$2,228,536
2024
$27,072 (−1.0%)
$655,452 + $1,529,388
$2,184,840
2023
$27,350 (+71.2%)
$642,600 + $1,499,400
$2,142,000
2022
$15,975 (+2.1%)
$630,000 + $1,470,000
$2,100,000
2021
$15,645 (+5.6%)
$525,395 + $689,587
$1,214,982
2020
$14,814 (+2.6%)
$515,094 + $676,066
$1,191,160
2019
$14,444 (+3.9%)
$509,813 + $669,134
$1,178,947
2018
$13,899 (+5.0%)
$496,080 + $651,040
$1,147,120
2017
$13,236 (+2.6%)
$455,000 + $597,000
$1,052,000
2016
$12,896 (+2.3%)
$455,000 + $597,000
$1,052,000
2015
$12,607 (−1.1%)
$448,000 + $588,000
$1,036,000
2014
$12,753 (−2.0%)
$448,000 + $588,000
$1,036,000
2013
$13,007 (+10.8%)
$448,000 + $588,000
$1,036,000
2012
$11,740 (−3.6%)
$448,000 + $588,000
$1,036,000
2011
$12,177 (−1.5%)
$423,000 + $556,000
$979,000
2010
$12,365 (+1.9%)
$435,196 + $571,196
$1,006,392
2009
$12,138 (+9.0%)
$431,945 + $566,928
$998,873
2008
$11,141
$432,972 + $568,276
$1,001,248
*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
1.05 Acres
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
3,118
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
690113006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 4, 2026.
R-L-2
Residential Very Low Density Zone
The R-L-2 zoning district identifies areas appropriate for large lot single-family uses. The allowable maximum density is 2 dwelling units per gross acre. The R-L-2 zoning district is intended to provide for single-family parcels ranging from fifteen thousand to twenty thousand sq ft or larger, or similar density country club type development. The R-L-2 zoning district is consistent with the low density residential land use designation of the general plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Recreation
Property details
Parking
Parking and Garage Information
Total Parking Spaces: 11
Parking: Attached Carport, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Direct Entrance, Side By Side
Has Garage
Garage Description: Attached
Total Garage Spaces: 3
Total Carport Spaces: 2
Total Uncovered/Assigned Spaces: 6
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 5
Room Information
Rooms: Dining Room, Breakfast, Dining Area, Utility, Studio, Living Room, Casita - Guest House, Great Room
Appliances: Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave Oven, Exhaust Fan, Water Line to Refrigerator, Washer, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dishwasher
Appliances: Other: Wine Cooler
Gas
Has Range Hood
Volt 220 Location: Other: HVAC
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Electric, Central Air
Exterior
Building Information
Building Style: Mid Century
Building # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Levels: One
Roofing: Elastomeric
Exterior Construction: Stucco
Foundation: Slab
Exterior Features
Security Safety: Automatic Gate, Security System Owned, Gated Community
Patio Features: Covered, Concrete Slab
Other Exterior Features: Custom Built, Slab
Fencing: Block, Wrought Iron
Casita Features: Other: N/A
Disability Access: No Interior Steps
Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Location: Private
Pool Description: In Ground
Pool Construction: Gunite, In Ground
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Spa/Hot Tub Description: Heated - Gas, Private, Hot Tub
Spa/Hot Tub Construction: In Ground
Land Information
Lot Acres: 1.0500
Land Type: Fee
Land Type: Fee Simple
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Location: Corner Lot
Lot Description: Automatic Gate, Yard, Utilities Underground, Private, Landscaped
Property Features
Sq Ft Source: Other
View: Has View
View Type: Mountain(s), Pool, Panoramic
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
No
Other Structures: Cabana, Guest House/Casita
Property Attached/Detached: Detached
Property Orientation Faces: Front Door Faces North, Leisure Faces South
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Financial
Rental Information
Rental Restrictions: Yes
Has Rental Restrictions
Utilities
Utilities Information
PUD Y/N: No
Water: Water District
Water District Name: Cvwd
Sewer: Septic Tank
TV Services: Cable TV
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Information: Association Fee 1: 8266.00
Yes
Association 1 Frequency: Annually
Total Monthly Association Fees: 689.00
Association Fees Include: Cable TV, Security
Association Amenities: Controlled Access, Maintenance Grounds
Association Pet Rules: Assoc Pet Rules
School Information
School District: Palm Springs Unified
Elementary School: Rancho Mirage
Junior Middle School: Nellie N. Coffman
High School: Cathedral City
Location Information
Directions: Take HWY 111 East passed Country Club and turn right on to Thunderbird rd. Talk to guard, enter and turn right on to Boothill Rd and then left on Tonopah. Property on your left.
Cross Streets: Placerville Rd / Tonopah Rd
Community Information
Gated Community: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,118
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.05 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Riverside County
APN: 690113006
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 4, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: CC & R, Owner Has Real Estate License, Homeowners Association
Listing Information
Exclusions of Sale: Outdoor sculptures excluded.
Listing Terms: Conventional, Cash to New Loan, Cash
Sale Type: Standard
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Short Term Rentals: No
Will Consider Lease: No
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Rancho Mirage Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
4/10
Nellie N. Coffman Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
4/10
Rancho Mirage High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.6mi
6/10
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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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 109° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Rancho Mirage, CA • 92270
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.8 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$3.70M – $4.48M
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