Step into authentic mid-century charm in this classic 1963 home featuring 3 bedrooms plus a versatile bonus room that can easily serve as a 4th bedroom, home office, or den. Situated on a spacious 10,890 sq. ft. corner lot, this 1,616 sq. ft. residence is ideal as a vintage-inspired retreat, vacation getaway, or full-time home. The striking floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace creates a stunning focal point in the living area, while the bathrooms feature walk-in showers and a therapeutic soaking tub for relaxing comfort. Additional highlights include a detached garage, an expansive backyard with room to personalize, security bars with quick-release features, and an original vintage intercom system that enhances the home's authentic character. A rare opportunity to own a true mid-century gem with timeless style, architectural character, and endless potential. Located in Desert Hot Springs, a destination renowned worldwide for its natural mineral hot springs, luxury spas, and wellness retreats, this home is approximately 15 minutes from downtown Palm Springs, offering convenient access to shopping, dining, entertainment, and world-class golf.
Pending
Listed by: HomeSmart • Michael Valerio • 760-712-5948
Price cut: $20K (7/20)
$359,000
12275 Verbena Dr, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
4beds
1,616sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$2,387/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
0.25 Acres Lot
$354,100 Zestimate®
$222/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Expansive backyardDetached garageOriginal vintage intercom systemStriking floor-to-ceiling stone fireplaceTherapeutic soaking tubBathrooms feature walk-in showers
- 38 days |
- 815 |
- 37 |
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Listed by:
Michael Valerio DRE #01821635 760-712-5948,
HomeSmart
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219150036DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Masonry
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,616 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 641131020
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1963
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not Applicable-1
Location
- Region: Desert Hot Springs
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $222/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $388,401
- Date on market: 7/7/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,Submit,VA Loan
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$354,100
Estimated sales range
$336,000 - $372,000
Rent Zestimate®
$2,602/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Pending sale | $359,000$222/sqft |
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| 7/20/2026 | Price change | $359,000-5.3%$222/sqft |
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| 7/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $379,000+136.9%$235/sqft |
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| 11/14/2022 | Sold | $160,000$99/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $388,401 +2% |
| 2025 | $5,721 -1.6% | $380,786 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,811 -1.2% | $373,320 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,884 +185.3% | $366,000 +479.7% |
| 2022 | $2,062 +4.6% | $63,137 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,972 +2.3% | $61,900 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,928 +1.9% | $61,267 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,892 +4% | $60,067 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,820 +2.1% | $58,890 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,783 | $57,737 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,783 +55.6% | $56,606 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,146 +1.7% | $55,757 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,127 | $54,667 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $54,422 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $53,356 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $52,311 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $51,923 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $52,048 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $51,029 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $50,030 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $49,050 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $48,089 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $46,286 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $45,380 +2% |
| 2001 | $649 +2.3% | $44,491 +2% |
| 2000 | $634 | $43,619 |
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Neighborhood: 92240
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Cabot Yerxa Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Desert Springs Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Desert Hot Springs High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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