40600 Tonopah Rd

2,547 Sq. Ft.
$1,177 / Sq. Ft.
2,547
Sq. Ft.
$1,177
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Mid-Century Modern Gem in Thunderbird Heights:
Nestled in the prestigious Thunderbird Heights neighborhood of Rancho Mirage, this rare 1959 Howard Lapham original masterpiece has absolutely stunning panoramic down valley views. Perched on a private, walled corner lot spanning over 0.61 acres, this secluded 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence offers 2,547 sq ft of sophisticated living space, over 30 mature citrus trees, complete privacy, and the ultimate desert lifestyle.
Mid-Century Modern Gem in Thunderbird Heights:

Nestled in the prestigious Thunderbird Heights neighborhood of Rancho Mirage, this rare 1959 Howard Lapham original masterpiece has absolutely stunning panoramic down valley views. Perched on a private, walled corner lot spanning over 0.61 acres, this secluded 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence offers 2,547 sq ft of sophisticated living space, over 30 mature citrus trees, complete privacy, and the ultimate desert lifestyle.
  1. Listed by Sean Casey • DRE #01750857 • Brokerage DRE #01707849 • Roof Real Estate • 949.689.2498
  2. Listed by Lisa Casey • DRE #01707849 • Brokerage DRE #01707849 • Roof Real Estate

Property Details for 40600 Tonopah Road

Architectural Style
Mid Century Modern
View
Mountain(s), Panoramic, Valley
Parking Spaces Total
5
Private Pool
Yes
Cooling Type
Central Air
Total Units
1.0
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor
LISTING UPDATED: 01/17/2026 05:17 AM

Property Details for 40600 Tonopah Road

StatusActive
MLS #NP26007560
Days on Market27
Taxes-
HOA Fees$688 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1959
Lot Size0.61 AC / 26,572 SF
CountyRiverside County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Roof Real Estate, Sean Casey, DRE #01750857; Roof Real Estate, Lisa Casey, DRE #01707849
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Building Information for 40600 Tonopah Road

Stories1Year Built1959Building Size-Lot Size0.61 AC / 26,572 SF

Payment Calculator

$16,188 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$14,617

Property Taxes

$883

HOA Dues

$688

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Property Information for 40600 Tonopah Road

Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Pets Allowed: Call For Rules
Income / Expense / Tax Details
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 17-001
  • Tax Census Tract: 451.03
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
  • Tax Lot: 5
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Association Amenities: Tennis Court(s), Guard
  • Assessments YN: No
  • Assessments: None
  • Community Features: Curbs
  • Community: Thunderbird Heights (32201)
  • Complex Name: HOA
  • Association Name: HOA
  • Association Phone: 760-346-1161
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Equipment: Solar Panels
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bathroom Features: Quartz Counters
  • Bedroom Features: All Bedrooms Down
  • Room Kitchen Features: Butler's Pantry
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Rooms: Gas
  • Fireplace: Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
Exterior Features
  • Security Features: 24 Hour Security, Gated Community, Gated with Guard
  • Security: Gated Community, 24 Hour Security, Gated with Guard
  • Entry Location: ground
  • Structure Type: House
  • View Description: Panoramic, Valley
  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio
  • Pool Features: Private, Filtered, Heated, In Ground, Pebble
  • Pool Description: Filtered, Heated, In Ground, Private
  • Pool: Below Ground, Private, Heated, Filtered, Pebble
  • Pool Heat: Below Ground, Private, Heated, Filtered, Pebble
  • Spa Features: Heated, In Ground
  • Spa Heat: Private Below Ground, Heated
  • Tennis: Yes
Green Info
  • Green Energy Generation: Solar
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Corner Lot, Lot 20000-39999 Sqft
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Levels: One
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
  • Sewer/Septic: Unknown
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Garage
  • Uncovered Spaces: 3
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 3
  • Parking Non-Garage: Garage
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Garage: Garage
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage
Property / Structure Info
  • Builders Tract Name: Thunderbird Heights
  • Builders Tract Code: Thunderbird Heights (32201)
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 40600 Tonopah Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NP26007560MR

$2,999,000—
Jan 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NP26007560

$2,999,000—
Jan 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NP26007560

$2,999,000—
Aug 21, 2020

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #OC20148726

$1,699,000—
Aug 21, 2020

Withdrawn / Cancelled

SDMLS #OC20148726

—
Aug 21, 2020

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #OC20148726MR

—
Aug 15, 2020

Price Change

SDMLS #OC20148726

$1,699,000—
Aug 15, 2020

Price Change

CLAW #OC20148726MR

$1,699,000—
Jul 27, 2020

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #OC20148726

$1,650,000—
Jul 27, 2020

Listed (Active)

CLAW #OC20148726MR

$1,650,000—
Jul 27, 2020

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #OC20148726

$1,650,000—
Jun 1, 2019

Expired

CRMLS #NP19002771

$1,449,000—
May 31, 2019

Expired

CLAW #NP19002771MR

—
May 28, 2019

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #NP19002771

—
May 28, 2019

Expired

SDMLS #NP19002771

—
May 13, 2019

Price Change

CRMLS #NP19002771

$1,449,000—
May 13, 2019

Price Change

CRMLS #NP19002771

$1,450,000—
May 3, 2019

Price Change

CRMLS #NP19002771

$1,449,000—
May 3, 2019

Price Change

CRMLS #NP19002771

$1,450,000—
Jan 22, 2019

Price Change

CRMLS #NP19002771

$1,449,000—
Jan 4, 2019

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NP19002771

$1,649,000—
Jan 4, 2019

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NP19002771MR

$1,649,000—
Jan 4, 2019

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NP19002771

$1,649,000—
Feb 26, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #348696757

$700,000

-3.8% / yr

Aug 31, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #141296064

$975,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/13/2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NP26007560MR

$2,999,000
01/13/2026

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NP26007560

$2,999,000
01/13/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NP26007560

$2,999,000
08/21/2020

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #OC20148726

$1,699,000
08/21/2020

Withdrawn / Cancelled

SDMLS #OC20148726

—
08/21/2020

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #OC20148726MR

—
08/15/2020

Price Change

SDMLS #OC20148726

$1,699,000
08/15/2020

Price Change

CLAW #OC20148726MR

$1,699,000
07/27/2020

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #OC20148726

$1,650,000
07/27/2020

Listed (Active)

CLAW #OC20148726MR

$1,650,000
07/27/2020

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #OC20148726

$1,650,000
06/01/2019

Expired

CRMLS #NP19002771

$1,449,000
05/31/2019

Expired

CLAW #NP19002771MR

—
05/28/2019

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #NP19002771

—
05/28/2019

Expired

SDMLS #NP19002771

—
05/13/2019

Price Change

CRMLS #NP19002771

$1,449,000
05/13/2019

Price Change

CRMLS #NP19002771

$1,450,000
05/03/2019

Price Change

CRMLS #NP19002771

$1,449,000
05/03/2019

Price Change

CRMLS #NP19002771

$1,450,000
01/22/2019

Price Change

CRMLS #NP19002771

$1,449,000
01/04/2019

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NP19002771

$1,649,000
01/04/2019

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NP19002771MR

$1,649,000
01/04/2019

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NP19002771

$1,649,000
02/26/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #348696757

$700,000

-3.8% / yr

08/31/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #141296064

$975,000

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

Public Records for 40600 Tonopah Road

Taxable ValueLand$301,693Additions$560,293Total$861,986
Tax Record2025$10,601 ($883 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,547 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,547 SqFtStories1Lot Size26,571 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1959Year Renovated1980ZoningESFCountyRIVERSIDEAPN690-092-001Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 40600 Tonopah 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
Rancho Mirage Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Nellie N. Coffman Middle School
Public6 to 8

Rancho Mirage High
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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40600 Tonopah Road is a single family home for sale in Rancho Mirage, CA 92270. This property was listed for sale on January 13, 2026 by Roof Real Estate, it's currently listed at $2,999,000. It has been on the market for a total of 27 days and was last sold on February 26, 2013. This listing's school district is Palm Springs Unified School District. Nearby schools include Rancho Mirage Elementary School, Nellie N. Coffman Middle School and Rancho Mirage High. 40600 Tonopah Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,547 sqft single family home built in 1959.

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Listing Courtesy of Roof Real Estate, Sean Casey, DRE #01750857; Roof Real Estate, Lisa Casey, DRE #01707849

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