A once-in-a-generation opportunity to complete and personalize a remarkable desert estate in the prestigious guard-gated community of Thunderbird Heights.Situated on more than one acre in one of Rancho Mirage's most coveted locations, this unfinished architectural residence has been thoughtfully envisioned as a super-luxury mid-century post-and-beam masterpiece. The dramatic setting captures breathtaking mountain, valley, and city light views while offering the ultimate in privacy and exclusivity.Spanning more than 5,000 square feet, the residence is designed to embrace the timeless principles of desert modernism, with expansive walls of glass, soaring ceilings, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The floor plan includes four bedrooms, including a private attached casita, and five-and-one-half baths.Exceptional outdoor amenities create a true resort environment, featuring expansive entertaining terraces, a PebbleTec pool and spa, a lighted tennis court, and mature desert surroundings that frame the spectacular views from every direction. Owned solar installed in 2022 provides enhanced energy efficiency and long-term value.For the discerning buyer seeking something truly extraordinary, the heavy lifting has already begun. This is a rare chance to bring your own vision, materials, finishes, and design aesthetic to an iconic desert retreat while avoiding the challenges of starting from the ground up.With its premier Thunderbird Heights location, expansive acreage, architectural pedigree, and unmatched potential, this estate offers the opportunity to create one of the finest custom residences in the Coachella Valley.
For sale
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Realty • Geoff McIntosh • Contact: 760-797-5197
$3,350,000
70671 Oroville Cir, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
4beds
5,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
1.05 Acres Lot
$3,274,700 Zestimate®
$670/sqft
$689/mo HOA
What's special
Pebbletec pool and spaLighted tennis courtExpansive walls of glassExceptional outdoor amenitiesExpansive acreageSoaring ceilingsSeamless indoor-outdoor living
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- 826 |
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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
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219149794DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AORLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Entry/Foyer, Guest Quarters, Great Room, Primary Bedroom, Utility Room, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Bar, Main Level Primary, Utility Room
- Doors: Double Door Entry
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Great Room, Primary Bedroom
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 5,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Garage Door Opener, Side By Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, Electric Heat, In Ground, Pebble, Private, Tile
- Spa features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground
- Fencing: Block,Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Panoramic, Pool
Lot
- Size: 1.05 Acres
- Features: Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 690190008
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Elastomeric
Condition
- Under Construction
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Roof
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
- Security: Gated Community, 24 Hour Security
- Subdivision: Thunderbird Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Controlled Access, Management, Pet Restrictions, Security, Cable TV
- HOA fee: $8,266 annually
- HOA name: Thunderbird Property Owners Association
Location
- Region: Rancho Mirage
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $670/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,462,531
- Annual tax amount: $29,971
- Date on market: 7/1/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Inclusions: Property being sold in its ''as-is'' condition.
- Exclusions: Some personal property is not included.
Estimated market value
$3,274,700
$3.11M - $3.44M
$15,658/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,350,000+47.3%$670/sqft |
Source:  Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219149794 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2021 | Sold | $2,275,000-4.8%$455/sqft |
Source:  CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219055021 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2021 | Pending sale | $2,390,000$478/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219055021 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2021 | Contingent | $2,390,000$478/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219055021 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2021 | Pending sale | $2,390,000$478/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Luxury Homes #219055021 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2021 | Listed for sale | $2,390,000$478/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219055021 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29,971 -1.7% | $2,462,531 +2% |
| 2024 | $30,491 -1% | $2,414,247 +2% |
| 2023 | $30,805 +1.5% | $2,366,910 +2% |
| 2022 | $30,362 +103.7% | $2,320,500 +104.5% |
| 2021 | $14,908 +6.3% | $1,134,466 +1% |
| 2020 | $14,029 +1.8% | $1,122,834 +2% |
| 2019 | $13,776 +2% | $1,100,819 +2% |
| 2018 | $13,511 +1.5% | $1,079,235 +2% |
| 2017 | $13,312 | $1,058,075 +2% |
| 2016 | $13,312 +7.1% | $1,037,330 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $12,435 +0.8% | $1,021,750 +2% |
| 2014 | $12,333 | $1,001,737 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $997,212 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $977,660 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $958,491 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $951,330 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $953,592 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $934,895 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $916,565 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $898,594 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $880,976 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $847,875 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $831,251 +2% |
| 2001 | $8,881 +2.5% | $814,953 +2% |
| 2000 | $8,662 | $798,974 |
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Neighborhood: 92270
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- 4/10Rancho Mirage Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Nellie N. Coffman Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 6/10Rancho Mirage HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 5 mi
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