Last Sold Price
2 beds1,532 sqft$790/sqft
290 E Simms Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Description

Introducing Steel House Number 1, a mid-century modern masterpiece by architects Donald Wexler and Richard Harrison. Built in the early 1960s by the Alexander Construction Company, this historic home is one of only seven steel houses and one of just two featuring the signature folded-plate roofline that defines its iconic aesthetic. Located in Palm Springs' Racquet Club Road Estates, this home was part of an ambitious plan to create low-maintenance, prefabricated steel houses designed to withstand...Introducing Steel House Number 1, a mid-century modern masterpiece by architects Donald Wexler and Richard Harrison. Built in the early 1960s by the Alexander Construction Company, this historic home is one of only seven steel houses and one of just two featuring the signature folded-plate roofline that defines its iconic aesthetic. Located in Palm Springs' Racquet Club Road Estates, this home was part of an ambitious plan to create low-maintenance, prefabricated steel houses designed to withstand desert conditions resisting warping, pests, earthquakes, and fire. Sixty years on, the steel framing remains structurally sound, testifying to its innovative construction. In 2014, Wexler himself was consulted during the tasteful restoration. Iconic features like eight-foot glass panels, sliding doors, and clerestory windows have been preserved, offering remarkable mountain views and visual interest throughout. Inside, an open floor plan features formal living and dining areas, a den overlooking a private backyard with a heated saltwater boomerang-shaped pool, and an open kitchen ideal for entertaining. The home boasts two spacious bedrooms, perfect for hosting guests, both offering mountain views and direct outdoor access. The main bedroom includes an en-suite bath, while the guest room provides comfort and privacy for visitors. Abundant indoor/outdoor living spaces allow you to fully enjoy the desert climate. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors seamlessly blend the interior with outdoor patios, perfect for relaxation and social gatherings. Situated in vibrant Palm Springs, this home offers both tranquillity and adventure, with world-class amenities moments away. Steel House Number 1 is a rare opportunity to own a desert gem, a testament to visionary architecture awaiting its next chapter.
LISTING CLOSED: 04/07/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Alex Dethier • DRE #01926911 • Brokerage DRE #01400606 • BD Homes-The Paul Kaplan Group
  2. Listed by Sara Swanson • DRE #01959496 • Brokerage DRE #01400606 • BD Homes-The Paul Kaplan Group

Property Details for 290 East Simms Road

Status
MLS #
24-445287
Days on Market
147
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1962
Lot Size
0.23 AC / 10,019 SF
Zoning
R1
Style
Architectural
Cross Streets
SunnyView Dr
Parcel Number
501031012
Living Area
1532
Source Living Area
Vendor Enhanced
Area
Palm Springs North End (331)
Subdivision Name
Racquet Club East
Lot Size Area
10019
Source Lot Size Area
Vendor Enhanced
Assessor Parcel Number
501-031-012
Directions
From Indian Canyon, go East on Simms Rd.

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$968,000

Avg days on market

88

Sale-to-list ratio

95.4%

Palm Springs, CA

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a view of balcony with furniture
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Location

Listing Courtesy of BD Homes-The Paul Kaplan Group, Alex Dethier, DRE #01926911; BD Homes-The Paul Kaplan Group, Sara Swanson, DRE #01959496

Sold By eXp Realty of California Inc, Jennifer Pope-Innes, DRE #02245463

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Building Information for 290 East Simms Road

Stories1Year Built1962Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,019 SF

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Property Information for 290 East Simms Road

Community / Development
Community / Development
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Builders Tract Name: Racquet Club East
  • Builders Tract Code: 5140
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: Pool, Mountains
  • View: Pool, Mountain(s)
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Probate: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Lease Option: false
  • Disclosures: None
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Agency
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Acreage: 0.23
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 10019
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100x100
  • Source Lot Size Dimensions: Vendor Enhanced
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Carport Detached
  • Total Parking: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached Carport
  • Attached Garage: No
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Den, Family Room
  • Rooms: Den, Family Room
  • Levels: One
  • Fireplace: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace Rooms: None
  • Den: Yes
  • Family Room: 1
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Furnished: Furnished Or Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Central
  • Cooling Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Range/Oven
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Area
  • Eating Areas: Dining Area
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: In Ground, Heated, Heated And Filtered, Salt/Saline, Private
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Heated, Salt Water, Private
  • Spa: No
  • Spa: None
  • Roof: Metal
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • New Construction: No
  • Other Structures: None
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 09-26-2024

Property History for 290 East Simms Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 7, 2025

Sold

CLAW #24-445287

Apr 7, 2025

Sold

CRMLS #24445287

$1,210,000
Apr 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #24-445287

$1,495,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/07/2025

Sold

CLAW #24-445287

04/07/2025

Sold

CRMLS #24445287

$1,210,000
04/07/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #24-445287

$1,495,000

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

Public Records for 290 East Simms Road

Taxable ValueLand$115,451Additions$214,665Total$330,116
Tax Record2025$4,248 ($354 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.8Total Finished SqFt1,532 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,532 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,019 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1962Year Renovated2000ZoningR1CCountyRIVERSIDEAPN501-031-012

Schools near 290 East Simms 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
Vista Del Monte 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 290 East Simms Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262
$1,210,000
2
1,532
10,019
$1,110,000
2
1,411
10,890
3
1.75
1,536
11,761
$475,000
3
1,592
10,890
$1,100,000
3
1,708
12,632
$1,106,000
3
1,540
11,326

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Listing Courtesy of BD Homes-The Paul Kaplan Group, Alex Dethier, DRE #01926911; BD Homes-The Paul Kaplan Group, Sara Swanson, DRE #01959496

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