2550 South Araby Drive

Palm Springs, CA 92264

$749,000
Price
2
Beds
3
Baths
1,311 Sq. Ft.
$571 / Sq. Ft.
1,311
Sq. Ft.
$571
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Significant price reduction to allow buyer room to improve the property. This historic rock home built by R. Lee Miller in 1929 comes to market for the first time in 45 years. Perched above Araby Cove with panoramic views of the desert, this property offers privacy and solitude. There is a detached structure used previously as the garage and detached studio casita with full bath which has been used as an artist's studio in the past. This home has two fireplaces and an original stove pipe. Look closely...Significant price reduction to allow buyer room to improve the property. This historic rock home built by R. Lee Miller in 1929 comes to market for the first time in 45 years. Perched above Araby Cove with panoramic views of the desert, this property offers privacy and solitude. There is a detached structure used previously as the garage and detached studio casita with full bath which has been used as an artist's studio in the past. This home has two fireplaces and an original stove pipe. Look closely at the detail of the handcrafted doors, windows and shelves, ironwork on the door latches, ceiling beams and handmade fireplace tools. Look even closer and you will discover a hidden room behind a bookcase. Look closer still and you will see the original owner, Perle Martin Wheeler carved her named into a nook in 1931. These homes have a storied history (see attached articles) of which many myths and legends have endured over decades. The roof was just redone August 2022. It has historic Class 1, Landmark designation with the City of Palm Springs. It does allow short term rentals. The sister property to this is also for sale, 2501 Araby Drive (MLS#219083969). Class 1 properties in Palm Springs are eligible for Mills Act contracts (see attached). These properties are only accessible via a private road with restricted access. You must have an appointment to view them. It is important you do not drive to the property. You must have an appointment.
  1. Listed by Nyla Patzner • DRE #01903843 • Desert Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 2550 South Araby Drive

Architectural Style
Other
Subdivision Name
Araby
Carport Spaces
.00
Garage Spaces
1.00
View
Canyon, Panoramic, Mountain(s), Desert
Furnished
Partially
Cross Street
End of Araby Trail

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 03/14/2024 08:45 AM

Property Details for 2550 South Araby Drive

StatusActive
MLS #219083971
Days on Market569
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1929
Lot Size0.45 AC / 19,602 SF
CountyRiverside County

Location

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Building Information for 2550 South Araby Drive

Stories1Year Built1929Building Size-Lot Size0.45 AC / 19,602 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,723 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,088

Property Taxes

$635

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2550 South Araby Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Other
  • City: Palm Springs
  • Country: US
  • Directions: GPS + Call Agent for Road Access. IMPORTANT: Property is on a private road with restricted access. Do not go without an appoitment. Cross Street: End of Araby Trail.
  • Levels: Ground
  • Area: 334 - Palm Springs South End
  • MLSArea Minor: Araby Cove
  • Postal Code Plus4: 4903
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unparsed Address: 2550 S Araby Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
  • Walk Score: 0
Parking
  • Parking Features: Total Covered Spaces, Other
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Tax Legal Description: POR SE 1/4 OF SEC 25 T4S R4E FOR TOTAL DESCRIPTION SEE ASSESSORS MAPS
Virtual Tour
  • Videos Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: .00
  • Lot Size Square Feet: .00
  • Lot Size Area: 19,602.00
  • Lot Size Source: Other
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Count: 3
  • Year Built Source: Other
Utilities
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Sewer: Unknown
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Fencing: Masonry
  • Other Structures: Guest House/Casita
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rock - Stone, Wrap Around
  • Pool Private: No
  • Security Features: Other
  • Spa: No
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Stone, Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Flooring: Concrete
  • Heating: Fireplace(s), Wood
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings
  • Living Area: 1,311.00
  • View: Yes
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Special Listing Conditions: Standard

Property History for 2550 South Araby Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 2550 South Araby Drive

Taxable ValueLand$300,000Additions$300,000Total$600,000
Tax Record2023$7,614 ($635 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,311 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,311 SqFtStories1Lot Size19,602 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929ZoningR1ACountyRIVERSIDEAPN510-270-004Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2550 South Araby Drive

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
Charter - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Cahuilla Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Raymond Cree Middle School
Public6 to 8

Palm Springs High School
Public9 to 12

Cielo Vista Charter School
CharterK to 8

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2550 South Araby Drive is a single family home for sale in Palm Springs, CA 92264. This property was listed for sale on September 7, 2022 by Desert Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $749,000. 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. 2550 South Araby Drive is a 2-bed, 3-bath, 1,311 sqft single family home built in 1929.

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