Mid-Century Modern Gem in Thunderbird Heights:
Nestled in the prestigious Thunderbird Heights neighborhood of Rancho Mirage, this rare 1959 Howard Lapham original masterpiece has absolutely stunning panoramic down valley views. Perched on a private, walled corner lot spanning over 0.61 acres, this secluded 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence offers 2,547 sq ft of sophisticated living space, over 30 mature citrus trees, complete privacy, and the ultimate desert lifestyle.
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Sean Casey DRE #01750857 949.689.2498,
Roof Real Estate,
Lisa Casey DRE #01707849,
Roof Real Estate
$2,999,000
40600 Tonopah Rd, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
3beds
2,547sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
0.61 Acres Lot
$2,817,000 Zestimate®
$1,177/sqft
$688/mo HOA
What's special
- 28 days |
- 893 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 17, 2026 at 01:19pm
Listing Provided by:
Sean Casey DRE #01750857 949.689.2498,
Roof Real Estate,
Lisa Casey DRE #01707849,
Roof Real Estate
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NP26007560
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Quartz Counters
Kitchen
- Features: Butler's Pantry
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), All Bedrooms Down
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,547 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: ground
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Filtered, Heated, In Ground, Pebble, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Panoramic, Valley
Lot
- Size: 0.61 Acres
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 690092001
- Zoning: ESF
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Gated
- Security: Gated with Guard, Gated Community, 24 Hour Security
- Subdivision: Thunderbird Heights (32201)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Guard, Tennis Court(s)
- HOA fee: $688 monthly
- HOA name: HOA
- HOA phone: 760-346-1161
Location
- Region: Rancho Mirage
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,177/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $861,986
- Annual tax amount: $10,601
- Date on market: 1/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 28 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
Estimated market value
$2,817,000
$2.68M - $2.96M
$7,187/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,999,000-3.3%$1,177/sqft |
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| 12/15/2025 | Listing removed | $12,000$5/sqft |
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| 12/4/2025 | Price change | $12,000-20%$5/sqft |
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| 11/26/2025 | Listed for rent | $15,000$6/sqft |
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| 11/26/2025 | Listing removed | $15,000$6/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,601 -1.7% | $861,986 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,782 -1% | $845,085 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,891 +1.5% | $828,516 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$19,237/mo
Principal & interest
$14575
Property taxes
$2924
Other costs
$1738
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92270
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Rancho Mirage Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10Nellie N. Coffman Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 6/10Rancho Mirage HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
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