Looking for the perfect ready to enjoy, furnished Palm Springs home? Recently renovated, furnishings included and great short term rental potential! Welcome to 281 Ocotillo Avenue, where mid-century allure perfectly blends with modern luxury in the vibrant heart of Palm Springs! Discreetly hidden behind a privacy hedge on a tranquil street in the coveted Tahquitz River Estates neighborhood, this gated home blends architectural character with contemporary sophistication. This three-bedroom, two-bathroom atomic-ranch is an oasis of comfort and style. Picture yourself in the open living area, where iconic mid-century details like the stunning brick fireplace and expansive windows create a warm, inviting atmosphere perfect for cocktail parties or a simple quiet evening unwinding at home. The sleek kitchen features premium appliances with plenty of storage and counter space, perfect for culinary enthusiasts. The primary suite is your private retreat, offering breathtaking views of yard, pool and mountains and its en suite bath boasts a spa-like shower. The two spacious guest bedrooms are equally charming, sharing a beautifully updated guest bathroom. Outside, enjoy the large pool and multiple lounging and dining areas all with stunning mountain views or sit by the outdoor fire pit under the starry night. Modern upgrades abound, including leased solar to help keep your monthly costs to a minimum. As a bonus, over $48k in designer furnishings are included in the sale, allowing you to easily move in and start enjoying your new lifestyle immediately. This home can easily be used as an investment property too since short term vacation rentals are still allowed in this neighborhood. Just minutes from the best dining and shopping in town this home invites you to experience the ultimate in modern living and take advantage of everything this Palm Springs gem has to offer.
Sold for $1,300,000
$1,300,000
281 E Ocotillo Ave, Palm Springs, CA 92264
3beds
1,466sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
10,018 Square Feet Lot
$1,303,100 Zestimate®
$887/sqft
$5,389 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,303,100
$1.19M - $1.43M
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Architectural characterStunning brick fireplacePrivacy hedgeExpansive windowsPrimary suiteLarge poolContemporary sophistication
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Listed by:
Jim Caldwell Jr. DRE # 02047464 760-774-7697,
Compass 760-350-9253,
Paul Linger DRE # 02023795 760-902-0045,
Compass
Bought with:
Paul Linger, DRE # 02023795
Compass
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 25535401PS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Area, Living Room
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Air Conditioning, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,466
- Total interior livable area: 1,466 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage - 2 Car, Concrete, Gated
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Heated, Private
- Spa features: Above Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 10,018 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 508321003
- Zoning: R1C
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Palm Springs
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $887/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,284,061
- Annual tax amount: $15,165
- Date on market: 5/8/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2025 | Sold | $1,300,000-3.6%$887/sqft |
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| 8/9/2025 | Pending sale | $1,349,000$920/sqft |
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| 8/1/2025 | Contingent | $1,349,000$920/sqft |
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| 6/29/2025 | Price change | $1,349,000-2.2%$920/sqft |
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| 6/11/2025 | Price change | $1,379,000-1.4%$941/sqft |
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| 5/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,399,000-6.7%$954/sqft |
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| 5/5/2025 | Listing removed | $1,499,000$1,023/sqft |
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| 3/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,499,000+23.9%$1,023/sqft |
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| 11/23/2021 | Sold | $1,210,000+5.2%$825/sqft |
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| 10/27/2021 | Pending sale | $1,150,000$784/sqft |
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| 10/6/2021 | Contingent | $1,150,000$784/sqft |
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| 9/30/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000+81.4%$784/sqft |
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| 11/7/2016 | Sold | $634,000-2.3%$432/sqft |
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| 11/1/2016 | Pending sale | $649,000$443/sqft |
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| 10/13/2016 | Price change | $649,000+1.6%$443/sqft |
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| 9/27/2016 | Pending sale | $639,000$436/sqft |
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| 8/12/2016 | Listed for sale | $639,000+38.9%$436/sqft |
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| 10/17/2014 | Sold | $460,000-8%$314/sqft |
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| 9/15/2014 | Price change | $499,900-4.8%$341/sqft |
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| 8/1/2014 | Price change | $525,000-6.3%$358/sqft |
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| 7/6/2014 | Listed for sale | $560,000+154.5%$382/sqft |
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| 12/21/1999 | Sold | $220,000$150/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,165 -2.6% | $1,284,061 +2% |
| 2024 | $15,576 -1.9% | $1,258,884 +2% |
| 2023 | $15,873 -0.1% | $1,234,200 +2% |
| 2022 | $15,893 +77.7% | $1,210,000 +78% |
| 2021 | $8,945 +4.7% | $679,774 +1% |
| 2020 | $8,542 +1.8% | $672,805 +2% |
| 2019 | $8,393 +1.9% | $659,613 +2% |
| 2018 | $8,235 +1.5% | $646,680 +2% |
| 2017 | $8,112 | $634,000 +35.8% |
| 2016 | $8,112 +39.8% | $467,014 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,804 +65.7% | $460,000 +66.8% |
| 2014 | $3,504 | $275,822 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $274,578 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $269,195 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $263,918 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $261,947 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $262,570 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $257,422 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $252,376 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $247,429 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $242,578 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $233,465 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $228,888 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,677 +2.4% | $224,400 +2% |
| 2000 | $2,615 | $220,000 |
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Neighborhood: Tahquitz River Estates
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