This 3 BD | 2 BA home is a dream! This very well-appointed and uniquely designed 2,112 sq ft home resides on a spacious 13,000 sq ft lot. To throw in extra charm - a vintage trailer playfully sits in the garden. Driving up to this home brings on a feeling of Hollywood allure and mid-century delight. The indoor-outdoor lifestyle is to the nines! Once owned by Oscar-nominated actor Jeff Chandler, this special home of notoriety was built in 1957. The home has been featured in the book Mod Mirage, Dwell magazine, and the LA Times. Ideally located in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Rancho Mirage, CA a gorgeous home, pool, spa, desert landscaping and incredible cross valley and mountain views await you. Within walking distance to The River, restaurants, theater and elegant stores! Just a skip away from the famous El Paseo shopping corridor. Amazing hiking, parks and racquet courts nearby. Recent upgrades include HVAC, energy efficient foam roof, and completely redesigned pool, classic landscaping and exterior. The garage was fitted with epoxy flooring, extra insulation, dry wall, cedar closets, cabinets, storage, and efficient mini-split air conditioning. The hot water heater and furnace were also upgraded. The smart home is automated with technology. Enjoy the ease of remotely operating the cameras, door locks, heating and air, pool and spa.
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$729Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Robert Cipolloni•DRE #01458843• Dwelling
This 1957 mid-century gem, as seen in the book Mod Mirage, was once owned by Oscar-nominated Jeff Chandler. It's ideally located in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Rancho Mirage, near the soon to be opened Larry Ellison Sensei Wellness Resort. Gorgeous desert landscaping, incredible cross valley and mountain views showcase this unique 1,789 sq ft home on a large 13,000 sq ft lot. An oversized pool, a charming fountain, outdoor firepit and a vintage trailer in the garden are just some of the outdoor features of this classic mid-century 3-bedroom home. Recent upgrades include installation of double pane safety glass in the huge floor to ceiling windows, HVAC, an energy efficient foam roof, and improved pool equipment. The garage was fitted with epoxy flooring, extra insulation, dry walls, cedar closets, storage cabinets and air-conditioning. A hot water heater and furnace were added during the same period. There are plenty of areas in which to spread out and relax, including in the iconic covered breezeway that allows year-round indoor-outdoor living. Kitchen and bathrooms have been thoroughly remodeled and updated with modern amenities yet have kept their historic and iconic mid-century design.
GPSMLS #219032140
Nov 27, 2019
Sold
$865,000
$410/sq ft
Nov 12, 2019
Pending
—
Nov 12, 2019
Relisted
—
Oct 28, 2019
Contingent
—
Oct 19, 2019
Listed
$899,000
$426/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #219032140PS
Nov 27, 2019
Sold
$865,000
$410/sq ft
Oct 19, 2019
Listed
$899,000
$426/sq ft
As seen in the book MOD MIRAGE, this spectacular 1957 post and beam home once owned by Oscar-nominated actor Jeff Chandler is not to be missed. Walls of glass frame dazzling cross valley and and north/south mountain views yet the peanut brittle rock wall fireplace captures your senses and invites you in for a closer look.. Many modern updates were recently completed including all new porcelain tile flooring throughout, modern kitchen with original smoker intact, spa like baths, designer lighting, new pool equipment and custom furniture you might see in a Steven Chase montage. Multiple seating areas outside by the oversized pool, vintage trailer with fire-pit or breezeway with stunning intricate screen will surely make your indoor/outdoor living a breeze! (no pun intended) Mountain views, lush landscape, fountains and immaculate outdoor lighting complete the scene of this slice hollywood mid century delight that is sure to be the trophy property for a lucky buyer. Furnishings available outside of escrow and recent paperwork has been filed to apply for the MILLS ACT which will designate this as a historic property and drastically reduce your tax bill! Sensational.
GPSMLS #17241086
Aug 23, 2017
Sold
$630,000
$298/sq ft
Aug 14, 2017
Pending
—
Jul 8, 2017
Pending
—
Jun 13, 2017
Listed
$659,000
$312/sq ft
GPSMLS #217000846
Feb 13, 2017
Sold
$520,000
$246/sq ft
Feb 9, 2017
Pending
—
Jan 25, 2017
Contingent
—
Jan 23, 2017
Price Changed
$539,000
$255/sq ft
Jan 8, 2017
Listed
$549,000
$260/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,180 (+1.9%)
$511,021 + $1,192,378
$1,703,399
2024
$20,787 (−0.9%)
$511,021 + $1,192,378
$1,703,399
2023
$20,967 (+73.7%)
$95,196 + $1,517,423
$1,612,619
2022
$12,073 (+2.3%)
$93,330 + $1,487,670
$1,581,000
2021
$11,807 (+5.4%)
$94,295 + $797,143
$891,438
2020
$11,197 (+32.6%)
$92,447 + $781,513
$873,960
2019
$8,447 (+1.9%)
$91,500 + $773,500
$865,000
2018
$8,292 (+495.1%)
$163,200 + $479,400
$642,600
2017
$1,393 (+2.4%)
$13,904 + $69,295
$83,199
2016
$1,360 (+3.0%)
$13,904 + $69,295
$83,199
2015
$1,321 (+0.7%)
$13,632 + $67,937
$81,569
2014
$1,312 (−1.0%)
$13,166 + $65,607
$78,773
2013
$1,325 (+5.4%)
$13,166 + $65,607
$78,773
2012
$1,258 (+0.8%)
$13,107 + $65,311
$78,418
2011
$1,247 (−1.3%)
$12,850 + $64,031
$76,881
2010
$1,264 (+2.8%)
$12,599 + $62,776
$75,375
2009
$1,230 (+6.4%)
$12,505 + $62,307
$74,812
2008
$1,156
$12,536 + $62,456
$74,992
Tax history for 71543 Tangier Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,180 (+1.9%)
$511,021 + $1,192,378
$1,703,399
2024
$20,787 (−0.9%)
$511,021 + $1,192,378
$1,703,399
2023
$20,967 (+73.7%)
$95,196 + $1,517,423
$1,612,619
2022
$12,073 (+2.3%)
$93,330 + $1,487,670
$1,581,000
2021
$11,807 (+5.4%)
$94,295 + $797,143
$891,438
2020
$11,197 (+32.6%)
$92,447 + $781,513
$873,960
2019
$8,447 (+1.9%)
$91,500 + $773,500
$865,000
2018
$8,292 (+495.1%)
$163,200 + $479,400
$642,600
2017
$1,393 (+2.4%)
$13,904 + $69,295
$83,199
2016
$1,360 (+3.0%)
$13,904 + $69,295
$83,199
2015
$1,321 (+0.7%)
$13,632 + $67,937
$81,569
2014
$1,312 (−1.0%)
$13,166 + $65,607
$78,773
2013
$1,325 (+5.4%)
$13,166 + $65,607
$78,773
2012
$1,258 (+0.8%)
$13,107 + $65,311
$78,418
2011
$1,247 (−1.3%)
$12,850 + $64,031
$76,881
2010
$1,264 (+2.8%)
$12,599 + $62,776
$75,375
2009
$1,230 (+6.4%)
$12,505 + $62,307
$74,812
2008
$1,156
$12,536 + $62,456
$74,992
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
1981
Sq. Ft.
1,789
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
684332009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 8, 2026.
R-M
Residential Medium Density Zone
The R-M zoning district identifies areas appropriate for a variety of housing types. The allowable maximum density is four units per gross acre. The R-M zoning district is intended to encourage the development of a variety of residential development, including garden apartments and affordable housing. The R-M zoning district is consistent with the medium 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
Garage
Garage Is Attached, Covered Parking, 2 Car Garage, Driveway, Door Opener, Side By Side, Private Garage, Air Conditioned Garage, Built-In Storage, Attached, Driveway - Concrete, Parking for Guests - Onsite, Parking Space