The Desert Star, Howard Lapham, 1956. A rare offering in this very special and architecturally significant condominium complex. A designated class 1 Historic Site, unit #4 benefits from Mills Act tax credits. 572 square feet of efficiency provides living, dining, kitchen and bath in finely detailed architecture. The well equipped kitchen includes high end appliances and plentifull storage. The generously sized bath has a walk-in shower and multi-purpose spa style shower settings. The sleeping chamber is separated, when desired, from the living area, by an original folding screen; creating privacy when needed. Custom window treatments, a mini-split heating and air-conditioning provides year-round comfort. The large private patio affords out door space adjacent to the unit giving the unit an indoor-outdoor flow. Fruit trees, mature plantings, BBQ/fire pit plus stylish seating areas contribute to the lifestyle enhancements.
Sold for $460,000
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Bought with:
Mike Johnson, DRE #01313228
BD Homes-The Paul Kaplan Group
Gary Johns, DRE #00594206
BD Homes-The Paul Kaplan Group
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219140603PS
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AORPrice history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/8/2026 | Sold | $460,000-1.9%$804/sqft |
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| 3/17/2026 | Pending sale | $469,000$820/sqft |
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| 3/4/2026 | Contingent | $469,000$820/sqft |
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| 2/7/2026 | Price change | $469,000-6%$820/sqft |
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| 1/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,000+107.9%$872/sqft |
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| 2/6/2015 | Sold | $240,000+92%$420/sqft |
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| 2/17/2005 | Sold | $125,000$219/sqft |
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Estimated market value
$463,200
