2,276,010 Lot Size52.25 Acres
1716 Ridge Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92264
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Description

''A Legacy of Luxury'', and a panorama that blends natural beauty with cinematic quality views of the city & valley, represents extraordinary potential for a world-class estate or boutique retreat. The MGM Village: 52.25 deeded fee simple acres with no conservation restriction or Indian lease is the largest residential offering in the prestigious Mesa neighborhood. A rare lot perched on a private road, with 2 original 1932 cottages, is an opportunity to reimagine a storied Hollywood Retreat. Owned...''A Legacy of Luxury'', and a panorama that blends natural beauty with cinematic quality views of the city & valley, represents extraordinary potential for a world-class estate or boutique retreat. The MGM Village: 52.25 deeded fee simple acres with no conservation restriction or Indian lease is the largest residential offering in the prestigious Mesa neighborhood. A rare lot perched on a private road, with 2 original 1932 cottages, is an opportunity to reimagine a storied Hollywood Retreat. Owned by MGM Studio heads, it was the most prestigious invitation of its day: Clark Gable/Carole Lombard, Cary Grant, Cole Porter, and was later part of Suzanne Somers' luxury estate extending west nearly to Tahquitz Falls. Site studies done: Survey, Sewer Plan, Topographic map, and designs by renowned architects to combine the 2 cottages into a single ''Poolside luxury residence''. Unique to lots selling in Palm Springs:
1) Expansive views of Palm Springs. 2) Quiet Private Road. 3) ''Hollywood Culture'' history. 4) SIZE: 52.25 acres! Lot Size, Location, History, Prestige. If you have ever had a vision of creating an iconic luxury estate compound in Palm Springs, the opportunity to own this huge lot in the Mesa with its celebrity history of ownership will NEVER happen again - book a property tour today!
LISTING UPDATED: 07/01/2026 01:31 PM

  1. Listed by Luca Volpe • DRE #02037333 • Realty Trust

Property Details for 1716 Ridge Road

Status
MLS #
219149826
Days on Market
53
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Land Lot
Year Built
-
Lot Size
52.25 AC
Subdivision Name
The Mesa
View
Desert, Mountain(s), City Lights, Hills, Valley, Panoramic
Cross Street
W. Crestview Dr.

Location

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Building Information for 1716 Ridge Road

Lot Size52.25 AC

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Property Information for 1716 Ridge Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Palm Springs
  • Country: US
  • Directions: From S. Palm Canyon turn on El Camino Way, keep right onto Ridge Rd. Drive up the hill past where it becomes a private road. Keep going up. The road will turn left. Go all the way to the end of the road. The two cottages are on the right hand side
  • School District: Palm Springs Unified
  • Area: 334 - Palm Springs South End
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Dirt, Unimproved, Other
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unparsed Address: 1716 Ridge Road, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee: $.00
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Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Lot Size Acres: 52.25
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 2,276,010.00
  • Lot Size Area: 2,276,010.00
  • Lot Size Source: Other
  • Parcel Number: 513351015
  • Possible Use: Residential, Single Family
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Other
  • Property Type: Land
Property and Assessments
  • Current Use: Residential, Single Family, Unimproved
  • Documents Count: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Conventional Septic, Other
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No
Interior Features
  • Total Bathrooms: 0
  • View: Yes
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Special Listing Conditions: Standard

Property History for 1716 Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 1, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #219149826PS

$1,950,000
Jul 1, 2026

Listed (Active)

GPSMLS #219149826

$1,950,000
Jun 30, 2026

Expired

GPSMLS #219141081

$1,950,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/01/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #219149826PS

$1,950,000
07/01/2026

Listed (Active)

GPSMLS #219149826

$1,950,000
06/30/2026

Expired

GPSMLS #219141081

$1,950,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1716 Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$168,281Additions$11,603Total$179,884
Tax Record2025$2,074 ($173 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,078 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,078 SqFtStories1Lot Size43,124 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1936Year Renovated1936ZoningR1CCountyRIVERSIDEAPN513-351-015

Schools near 1716 Ridge Road

This home is within Palm Springs Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cahuilla Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Raymond Cree Middle School
Public6 to 8

Palm Springs High School
Public9 to 12

Mt. San Jacinto High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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1716 Ridge Road is a 52.25 ac of land for sale in Palm Springs, CA 92264. This property was listed for sale on July 1, 2026 by Realty Trust, it's currently listed at $1,950,000. It has been on the market for a total of 53 days and was last sold on July 18, 2010. This listing's school district is Palm Springs Unified School District. Nearby schools include Cahuilla Elementary School, Raymond Cree Middle School and Palm Springs High School. 1716 Ridge Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath 52.25 ac of land on a 2,276,010 sq. ft. / 52.25 acres lot.

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