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13 Cahuilla Hills Drive

Palm Springs, CA 92264

4 beds
5 baths
3,529 sqft
~1 acre lot
$1,034 per sqft
1955 build
– on site

A RARE find indeed! High atop Palm Springs! This mountainside setting enjoys an equally exciting Hollywood backstory! Metropolitan Opera's brightest star, actress Lily Pons built the home in 1954 which was rebuilt in 2008 using the original footprint and fireplace. The Desert Sun wrote, "Snuggled securely into the hilltop, built on solid rock" when covering the housewarming party hosted by actor Danny Kaye. All these years later, the gated compound near the end of Cahuilla Hills Drive SHINES ABOVE THE REST with unparalleled views of both town and desert. The gentle curve of the pool and lawn dotted with citrus are seemingly ripped out of the pages of a 1950's era Holiday Magazine. Highlights include 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, tall ceilings, original stone fireplace, formal dining, den/study, private casita, open-concept kitchen with bar, great separation of bedrooms, and glass sliding + French doors throughout. Spa with waterfall built into the mountain is a pleasant surprise! Keep an eye out for the Big Horn Sheep, they'll be passing by! The Primary Retreat features big views, direct pool access, office and dressing area. An adjacent den/study is positioned along this wing as well. The primary bath features dual vanities and separate tub/shower. Take the Matterport VIRTUAL TOUR for a better sense the home's recent refresh both inside and out. Ensuite Guest Bedroom Two is positioned along the main hall. Guest Bedroom Three is located off the kitchen with nearby bath. Guest Bedroom Four is the upstairs casita with ensuite bath, private entrance, and big balcony views toward Andreas Hills and Indian Canyons. The main house features a utility room with laundry sink and direct access to the 2-car garage opening to the motor court allowing for guest parking. Owners may apply for a VACATION RENTAL certificate which clears the path for renting this home out on a short-term basis. Motor up for a closer look, the MAGIC of 13 Cahuilla Hills Drive is calling like the night it debuted with "singing and bongos by Danny Kaye, Lucille Ball, and Desi Arnaz following supper" Fun Fact: Lily Pond's handprints remain in place on the pool terrace. Enjoy it all!

Listed By CRMLS_CA / Brady Sandahl / Keller Williams Luxury Homes

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Nov 4, 2024 •

MLS# 24446409 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1955
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Stucco
Architectural Style:

Contemporary
Patio:

1
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio Open
Foundation:

Slab
Common Walls:

No Common Walls
Faces:

South
Stories Total:

1

Interior

Features:

Ceiling Fan(s), Storage, Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan
Levels:

Two
Entry Location:

Ground Level - no steps
Kitchen Features:

Kitchen Island, Granite Counters
Eating Area:

Breakfast Counter / Bar
Door Features:

French Doors, Sliding Doors
Window Features:

Drapes, Blinds, Screens
Flooring:

Tile, Carpet
Room Type:

Utility Room, Walk-In Closet, Entry, Formal Entry, Center Hall, Living Room, Guest/Maid's Quarters
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplace:

Living Room, Gas
Laundry:

Washer Included, Dryer Included, Individual Room
Laundry:

1

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3529.00

Location

Directions:

FROM DOWNTOWN PALM SPRINGS: Take South Palm Canyon Drive southbound, passing La Verne Way. Take a right at Cahuilla Hills Drive and continue past 17 & 18 Cahuilla Hills Drive to the top of the hill. Home is located adjacent to 2401 Cahuilla Hills Drive. Once past the front gate, the motor court allows guest parking and 3-point turns upon departure.
Latitude:

33.78894300
Longitude:

-116.54654500

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Zoning:

R1C
Lot Features:

Bluff, Lawn, Secluded
Lot Size Area:

39204.0000
Lot Size Acres:

0.9000
Lot Size SqFt:

39204.00
View:

1
View:

Panoramic, Mountain(s), Desert, Pool
Sprinklers:

Yes
Security Features:

Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Exclusions:

All personal inventory
Land Lease:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

5
Bathroom Features:

Vanity area, Granite Counters, Tile Counters, Shower
Full & Three Quarter Baths:

4
Full Baths:

4
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Virtual Tour
Special Listing Conditions:

Standard
Parcel Number:

513430011

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

1
Heating:

Zoned, Forced Air, Central
Cooling:

Yes
Cooling:

Central Air, Dual

Utilities

Sewer:

Septic Type Unknown

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Range
Included:

Yes

The Community

Subdivision:

Cahuilla Hills
Subdivision:

Cahuilla Hills
Senior Community:

No
Pool:

Gunite, Tile, Private
Private Pool:

Yes
Spa:

1
Spa Features:

Heated, Gunite
Inclusions:

All attached appliances
Association:

No
Assessments:

No

Parking

Parking:

Yes
Parking:

Driveway, Direct Garage Access, Garage - Two Door, Gated, Garage Door Opener, Side by Side
Parking Spaces:

2.00
Garage Spaces:

2.00
Uncovered Spaces:

2.00

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$3,650,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$19,544
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$1,003
Utilities	$199 See report
Total	$20,746/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
10/4/24 Oct 4, 2024	Listed / Active	CRMLS_CA	$3,650,000

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This house located in Canyon Corridor, Palm Springs, CA 92264 is currently for sale for $3,650,000. 13 Cahuilla Hills Drive is a 3,529 square foot house with 4 beds and 5 baths that has been on Estately for 32 days. 13 Cahuilla Hills Drive is in the Canyon Corridor neighborhood of Palm Springs and has a WalkScore® of 15, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Raymond Cree Middle School, Cahuilla Elementary School, and Palm Springs High School.

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