A rare mid-century architectural gem in the Prestigious Thunderbird Heights, attributed to renowned architect Howard Lapham built in 1958. This nearly 4,200 sq ft Pool Home Estate offers a total of 5 Bedrooms and 5 Bathrooms. Included in this count are multiple guest accommodations including a Detached Studio Home as well as an attached Guest Home Casita. Ideal for entertaining, the home features authentic flagstone floors, slump stone accents, a reimagined period-appropriate kitchen, and panoramic mountain views from both north and south-facing patios.The impressive yard is over an acre and offers room for expansion, a tennis court or the most spectacular yard in the Valley.Enjoy modern comforts with updated HVAC and a newer roof, plus dual gated driveways for privacy and a grand sense of arrival. A 3-car garage and 2-car carport provide ample parking for collector vehicles and golf carts. Direct golf cart tunnel access to Thunderbird Country Club adds convenience and prestige.This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of architectural history in one of Rancho Mirage's most exclusive enclaves. Perfect for collectors, entertainers, and those seeking timeless design in a legacy community.
Sold for $3,000,000
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Realty • Geoff McIntosh • Contact: 760-797-5197
Bought with: Redfin Corporation
$3,000,000
40286 Tonopah Rd, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
5beds
4,200sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
1.05 Acres Lot
$3,017,300 Zestimate®
$714/sqft
$7,626 Estimated rent
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Tennis courtSlump stone accentsUpdated hvacNewer roofAttached guest home casitaNorth and south-facing patiosDetached studio home
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Listed by:
Geoff McIntosh DRE #00966266 760-797-5197,
Coldwell Banker Realty,
Cassandra Borja DRE #01384939 951-310-8181,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
James Dienes, DRE #00879954
Redfin Corporation
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219137855DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AORFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Rooms
- Room types: Guest Quarters, Great Room, Living Room, Sound Studio, Utility Room, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Multiple Primary Suites
Kitchen
- Features: Quartz Counters
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Block Walls, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Recessed Lighting, Utility Room
- Doors: Double Door Entry, French Doors, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,200 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 11
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Side By Side
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Carport spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 5
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, In Ground
- Spa features: Heated, In Ground, Private
- Fencing: Block,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Panoramic, Pool
Lot
- Size: 1.05 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 690113006
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Elastomeric
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
- Security: Security Gate, Gated Community
- Subdivision: Thunderbird Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Controlled Access, Maintenance Grounds, Security, Cable TV
- HOA fee: $8,266 annually
- HOA name: Thunderbird Heights
- HOA phone: 760-346-1161
Location
- Region: Rancho Mirage
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $714/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,184,840
- Annual tax amount: $26,611
- Date on market: 10/30/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Exclusions: Outdoor sculptures excluded.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/9/2026 | Sold | $3,000,000-23%$714/sqft |
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| 3/26/2026 | Pending sale | $3,895,000$927/sqft |
Source:  Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219137855 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2026 | Price change | $3,895,000-2.5%$927/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219137855 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2025 | Price change | $3,995,000-3.7%$951/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219137855 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,150,000+97.6%$988/sqft |
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| 8/5/2022 | Sold | $2,100,000+5%$500/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2022 | Pending sale | $2,000,000$476/sqft |
Source:  CLAW #22-180221 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,000,000+116.2%$476/sqft |
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| 5/4/2005 | Sold | $925,000$220/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $26,611 -1.7% | $2,184,840 +2% |
| 2024 | $27,072 -1% | $2,142,000 +2% |
| 2023 | $27,350 +71.2% | $2,100,000 +72.8% |
| 2022 | $15,975 +2.1% | $1,214,982 +2% |
| 2021 | $15,645 +5.6% | $1,191,160 +1% |
| 2020 | $14,814 +2.6% | $1,178,947 +2.8% |
| 2019 | $14,444 +3.9% | $1,147,120 +4% |
| 2018 | $13,899 +4.2% | $1,103,000 +4.8% |
| 2017 | $13,345 +0.8% | $1,052,000 +1.5% |
| 2016 | $13,236 +5% | $1,036,000 |
| 2015 | $12,607 -1.1% | $1,036,000 |
| 2014 | $12,753 | $1,036,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $1,036,000 +5.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $979,000 -2.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,006,392 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $998,873 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,001,248 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $981,617 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $962,370 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $943,500 +45.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $646,747 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $622,448 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $610,244 +2% |
| 2001 | $6,536 +2.5% | $598,279 +2% |
| 2000 | $6,375 | $586,549 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92270
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Rancho Mirage Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10Nellie N. Coffman Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 6/10Rancho Mirage HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rancho Mirage
- Middle: Nellie N. Coffman
- High: Cathedral City
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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