If you're a mid-century modern ("Mid-Mod") aficionado, looking for a clean, bright, affordable home with fantastic views in an ideal location in Palm Desert, look no further! This low density development, Sands and Shadows #1 ("SS1"), was thoughtfully designed by Southern California architect Harold Bissner Sr. to offer abundant open space while preserving striking views of the mountains and a true feeling of privacy within and around each of the units. Unit #19, along with the entire SS1 development, is replete with many features which typify the Mid-Mod movement in architecture, including post and beam construction, wide expanses of glass, exposed beamed ceilings, low slung gracefully sloping rooflines, with carefully integrated carports. Before becoming one of the first residents of Sands and Shadows #1 after it was constructed in 1960, Bissner was known for his designs in the Los Angeles area, including Pasadena. SS1 is a 27 unit development surrounding a large, beautifully renovated central pool with ample green space and landscaped grounds for the residents' enjoyment and serenity. Rare for multi-family homes (which often have only 1 or 2 exterior exposures), #19 has a north, south, and west exposures, with a south-facing patio, and windows looking out to both the Santa Rosa and Little San Bernardino mountains. With plenty of upgrades and a desirable floorplan, #19 is move-in ready, and offered fully furnished. The primary bedroom is generously sized, feeling very secluded and private, and also offers its own ensuite bath. The guest bedroom (with the second bath located just across the hall from it), is currently used as a den, but the space was designed to be flexible so that it could either be open to the living area or easily closed off with a wall or Shoji screens for privacy. The bright and airy living areas are "open concept" with sloping, open-beamed ceilings and glazing on three sides, including a large south-facing window over the kitchen sink, and a big picture window in the dining area looking out to the mountains. The updated kitchen has tasteful granite countertops and light wood cabinetry. Tile floors extend throughout the condo. Both baths have been nicely upgraded. Inside laundry, and close-by covered parking are conveniences rarely found at this price point for a single level condo in South Palm Desert. SS1 is in a fantastic location, just south of El Paseo with its plethora of dining, art galleries, and boutique shopping options, including Tommy Bahamas (restaurant and store), Coda Gallery, Il Corso, Jensen's Fine Foods, Pacifica Seafood Restaurant, Louis Vuitton, and many others! Popular hiking trails, such as Bump and Grind are also close by. The location simply doesn't get much better!
Sold for $325,000 on 11/01/24
$325,000
46183 Highway 74 APT 19, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2beds
1,104sqft
Residential, Condominium
Built in 1960
-- sqft lot
$373,600 Zestimate®
$294/sqft
$3,286 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: November 02, 2024 at 02:00am
Listed by:
Russell Hill DRE # 01427657 760-898-8399,
Poolside Realty, Inc. 208-232-1198,
John Bevan DRE # 02089387 208-232-1198,
Poolside Realty, Inc.
Bought with:
Darren Shay, DRE # 01893686
Coldwell Banker Res Brokerage
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 24-445773

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Master Suite
Bathroom
- Features: Remodeled, Shower Over Tub, Shower Stall, Tile
Kitchen
- Features: Bar, Kitchen Island, Remodeled
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Free Standing Electric, Microwave, Oven, Barbeque, Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range/Oven, Disposal, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Storage, Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area
- Flooring: Tile
- Doors: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Furnished: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: End Unit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,104
- Total interior livable area: 1,104 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Storage, Carport
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One,Single Level
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Ground Level - no steps
- Patio & porch: Concrete Slab, Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Covered Porch
- Pool features: Association, Community
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Details
- Parcel number: 009615676
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Mid-Century
- Property subtype: Residential, Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volt Location (In Laundry), 220 Volt Location (In Kitchen)
- Water: District
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Palm Desert
- Subdivision: Sands And Shadows 1 Homeowners Association
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $675 monthly
- Amenities included: Landscaping, Assoc Pet Rules, Pool, Guest Parking
- Services included: Building and Grounds, Earthquake Insurance, Insurance, Trash
Services availability

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