A Legendary Palm Springs Estate Where Hollywood Glamour Meets Desert Luxury. Step into a world of unparalleled elegance and history with this breathtaking estate, originally built by Marion Davies, the famed actress and longtime companion of media magnate William Randolph Hearst. Spanning 2.77 acres in one of the most prestigious locations in the Palm Springs area directly across from the 175-acre Annenberg Estate this 10-bedroom, 14-bathroom compound with 4 kitchens offers an extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of Hollywood's golden past. Painstakingly renovated and restored in 2018, the estate effortlessly blends its rich 1920s heritage with modern luxury. Designed for grand entertaining and total serenity, the property features four kitchens, a regulation sunken tennis court, an oversized spa and sauna, a pool with cascading waterfalls, and a secret passageway all enveloped by lush, manicured grounds. A true architectural treasure, the estate maintains the original structure built by Davies while incorporating stunning upgrades that pay homage to its legendary past. Previously owned by the visionary behind Trader Vic's, this is a home of distinction, refinement, and prestige maintained to ensure its legacy endures. An irreplaceable masterpiece, this estate offers a rare chance to own a slice of Hollywood history and the epitome of Palm Springs luxury. Don't miss this once-in-a-decade opportunity to make it yours. Social media: Villa de Martini
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Fatima Nordquist DRE #01467088 760-564-9927,
Beverly Hills Fine Homes
Price cut: $1M (12/5)
$15,500,000
1 Von Dehn Rd, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
10beds
13,908sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
2.77 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,114/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 285 days |
- 923 |
- 42 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 08, 2026 at 04:28pm
Listing Provided by:
Fatima Nordquist DRE #01467088 760-564-9927,
Beverly Hills Fine Homes
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 25509735PS
Originating MLS: CLAW
Originating MLS: CLAWTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 10
- Bathrooms: 13
- Full bathrooms: 10
- 1/4 bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Guest Quarters, Library, Media Room, Other, Retreat, Recreation, Sauna, Dining Room
Bathroom
- Features: Bidet, Granite Counters, Remodeled, Tub Shower, Vanity
Other
- Features: Dressing Area
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Stone Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Solar
Cooling
- Central Air, Dual
Appliances
- Included: Barbecue, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Warming Drawer, Water Purifier, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Phone System, Storage, Dressing Area, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Stone
- Doors: Double Door Entry, French Doors, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Custom Covering(s), Double Pane Windows, Drapes, French/Mullioned, Jalousie
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Library, Living Room, Multi-Sided
- Furnished: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 13,908
- Total interior livable area: 13,908 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 40
- Parking features: Golf Cart Garage, Guest, Gated, Porte-Cochere, Private, One Space
- Attached garage spaces: 5
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Ground Level - no steps
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Open, Patio, Rooftop
- Exterior features: Koi Pond, Rain Gutters, Fire Pit
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Lap, Private, Waterfall
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: In Ground, Private
- Fencing: Stucco Wall
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Pond, Pool
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond
- Waterfront features: Lagoon
Lot
- Size: 2.77 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Secluded, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Gazebo
- Parcel number: 688340032
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Detection System, Fire Rated Drywall, Security Gate, Gated Community, 24 Hour Security, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Not In A Development
Location
- Region: Rancho Mirage
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,114/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,426,249
- Annual tax amount: $29,548
- Date on market: 3/10/2025
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/5/2025 | Price change | $15,500,000-6.1%$1,114/sqft |
Source:  CLAW #25509735PS Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $16,500,000-8.3%$1,186/sqft |
Source: CLAW #25509735PS Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2025 | Listing removed | $18,000,000$1,294/sqft |
Source: CLAW #25509735PS Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $18,000,000+727.6%$1,294/sqft |
Source: CLAW #25509735PS Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2019 | Listing removed | $25,000$2/sqft |
Source: Power Brokers International #18398180 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29,548 -1.7% | $2,426,249 +2% |
| 2024 | $30,060 -1% | $2,378,676 +2% |
| 2023 | $30,369 +1.5% | $2,332,036 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$97,290/mo
Principal & interest
$76753
Property taxes
$15112
Home insurance
$5425
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92270
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Rancho Mirage Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 4/10Nellie N. Coffman Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 6/10Rancho Mirage HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.6 mi
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