Thunderbird Heights Estate with Panoramic Views. Located in the highly coveted gated community of Thunderbird Heights in Rancho Mirage, this sprawling mid-century estate sits directly across from the legendary Thunderbird Country Club on an extraordinary private .68-acre view lot. Few homes in the desert enjoy such sweeping down-valley and mountain views, visible from most rooms and the spectacular outdoor entertaining spaces. This impressive single-level residence offers approximately 5,317 square feet of classic desert architecture, featuring 4 spacious ensuite bedrooms and 4.5 beautifully remodeled bathrooms. The dramatic great room with pocket sliding glass doors creates seamless indoor-outdoor living, ideal for entertaining while taking in the breathtaking scenery. Also offered furnished with custom art work. The expansive primary suite is a true private retreat, complete with its own office, gym area, and dry sauna, plus a luxurious spa-inspired bathroom with dual walk-in closets. Three additional bedrooms, and one of them is an attached Casita. Designed for entertaining, the resort-style backyard showcases a remodeled pool and spa, multiple lounge and dining areas, expansive lawns, and mature landscaping--all positioned to maximize the stunning valley and mountain views. Additional highlights include a remodeled gourmet kitchen with a large island, Bosch appliances, and a breakfast nook, two oversized two-car garages, owned solar, a wine room, and a large laundry room, offering both comfort and efficiency in this remarkable estate. Huge Upgrades: terraced back with citrus trees. Private showings by appointment only.
For sale
Listed by: The Agency
Price cut: $130K (5/15)
$4,970,000
70288 Pecos Rd, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
4beds
5,317sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
0.79 Acres Lot
$4,658,200 Zestimate®
$935/sqft
$688/mo HOA
What's special
Remodeled pool and spaWine roomMature landscapingResort-style backyardTwo oversized two-car garagesDual walk-in closetsBreakfast nook
- 72 days |
- 452 |
- 21 |
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Lucio Bernal DRE #01236217 310-383-2466,
The Agency,
Jason Walker DRE #01347583 310-623-0203,
The Agency
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219145189DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Entry/Foyer, Exercise Room, Guest Quarters, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other, Retreat, Sauna, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bathroom
- Features: Remodeled, Separate Shower, Tile Counters, Vanity
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile
- Doors: Double Door Entry, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 5,317 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Direct Access, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, Electric Heat, In Ground, Private
- Spa features: Above Ground, Gunite, Heated
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Valley
Lot
- Size: 0.79 Acres
- Features: Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System
Details
- Parcel number: 690101005
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
- Security: Security Gate, Gated Community
- Subdivision: Thunderbird Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Controlled Access, Management
- HOA fee: $688 monthly
Location
- Region: Rancho Mirage
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $935/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $4,681,800
- Annual tax amount: $56,829
- Date on market: 3/20/2026
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
Estimated market value
$4,658,200
$4.43M - $4.89M
$8,211/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Price change | $4,970,000-2.5%$935/sqft |
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| 3/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,100,000+13.3%$959/sqft |
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| 7/29/2022 | Sold | $4,500,000+7.2%$846/sqft |
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| 7/22/2022 | Pending sale | $4,199,000$790/sqft |
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| 7/15/2022 | Contingent | $4,199,000$790/sqft |
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| 7/14/2022 | Listed for sale | $4,199,0000%$790/sqft |
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| 2/21/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/21/2021 | Pending sale | $4,200,000+9.8%$790/sqft |
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| 2/17/2021 | Sold | $3,825,000-8.9%$719/sqft |
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| 1/6/2021 | Contingent | $4,200,000$790/sqft |
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| 12/21/2020 | Pending sale | $4,200,000$790/sqft |
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| 11/8/2020 | Listed for sale | $4,200,000$790/sqft |
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| 9/1/2020 | Listing removed | $4,200,000$790/sqft |
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| 5/25/2020 | Listed for sale | $4,200,000$790/sqft |
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| 4/22/2020 | Listing removed | $4,200,000$790/sqft |
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| 2/5/2020 | Listed for sale | $4,200,000+115.4%$790/sqft |
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| 12/11/2017 | Sold | $1,950,000-13.3%$367/sqft |
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| 11/16/2017 | Listed for sale | $2,250,000+0%$423/sqft |
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| 5/1/2016 | Listing removed | $2,249,000$423/sqft |
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| 9/2/2015 | Price change | $2,249,000-5.9%$423/sqft |
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| 8/1/2015 | Price change | $2,390,000-7.7%$450/sqft |
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| 5/7/2015 | Price change | $2,590,000-3.7%$487/sqft |
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| 3/13/2015 | Listed for sale | $2,690,000+8%$506/sqft |
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| 2/6/2015 | Listing removed | $2,490,000$468/sqft |
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| 2/3/2015 | Listed for sale | $2,490,000-0.4%$468/sqft |
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| 3/31/2008 | Sold | $2,500,000+78.6%$470/sqft |
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| 5/7/2003 | Sold | $1,400,000-3.4%$263/sqft |
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| 5/25/2000 | Sold | $1,450,000+199%$273/sqft |
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| 4/10/1998 | Sold | $485,000$91/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $56,829 -1.7% | $4,681,800 +2% |
| 2024 | $57,818 -1% | $4,590,000 +2% |
| 2023 | $58,416 +14.7% | $4,500,000 +15.3% |
| 2022 | $50,937 +90% | $3,901,500 +90.3% |
| 2021 | $26,805 +5.6% | $2,049,797 +1% |
| 2020 | $25,375 +1.8% | $2,028,780 +2% |
| 2019 | $24,928 +1.9% | $1,989,000 +2% |
| 2018 | $24,451 -13.7% | $1,950,000 -13.3% |
| 2017 | $28,319 | $2,250,000 -3.5% |
| 2016 | $28,319 -0.2% | $2,332,000 |
| 2015 | $28,382 +10.4% | $2,332,000 +11.7% |
| 2014 | $25,712 | $2,087,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $2,087,000 +37.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,521,000 -8.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,665,000 +2.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,625,000 -20.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $2,034,000 +22.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,657,348 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,624,852 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,592,993 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,561,759 +1.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $1,538,751 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $1,508,580 +2% |
| 2001 | $16,071 +157.9% | $1,479,000 +161.2% |
| 2000 | $6,232 | $566,301 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92270
Nearby schools
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- 4/10Rancho Mirage Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10Nellie N. Coffman Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 6/10Rancho Mirage HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.7 mi
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