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$3,995,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Full Baths
  • 4,200 Sq. Ft.
  • 3 Car Garage
  • Updated 3 days ago

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40286 Tonopah Road,Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

40286 Tonopah RoadRancho MirageCA92270

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A rare mid-century architectural gem in the Prestigious Thunderbird Heights, attributed to renowned architect Howard Lapham built in 1958. This nearly 4,200 sq ft Pool Home Estate offers a total of 5 Bedrooms and 5 Bathrooms. Included in this count are multiple guest accommodations including a Detached Studio Home as well as an attached Guest Home Casita. Ideal for entertaining, the home features authentic flagstone floors, slump stone accents, a reimagined period-appropriate kitchen, and panoramic mountain views from both north and south-facing patios.Enjoy modern comforts with updated HVAC and a newer roof, plus dual gated driveways for privacy and a grand sense of arrival. A 3-car garage and 2-car carport provide ample parking for collector vehicles and golf carts. Direct golf cart tunnel access to Thunderbird Country Club adds convenience and prestige.This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of architectural history in one of Rancho Mirage's most exclusive enclaves. Perfect for collectors, entertainers, and those seeking timeless design in a legacy community.

Full Property Details for 40286 Tonopah Rd

General

  • Price: $3,995,000
  • HOA FEE: $689/month
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Desert_Area_Palm_Springs
  • MLS ID: 219137855
  • Updated: 1/13/2026
  • Added to Site: 79 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Dining Room, Breakfast, Dining Area, Utility, Studio, Living Room, Casita - Guest House, Great Room
  • Interior Features: Block Walls, Recessed Lighting
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Formal Dining Room, Breakfast Room
  • Appliances: Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave Oven, Exhaust Fan, Water Line to Refrigerator, Washer, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dishwasher
  • Furnishings: Unfurnished
  • Flooring: Other
  • Windows/Treatment: Custom Window Covering, Skylight(s)

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 5

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5

Other Rooms

  • Kitchen: Quartz Counters
  • Laundry: Individual Room

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Controlled Access, Maintenance Grounds
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: In Ground, In Ground, Private
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa Description: In Ground, Heated - Gas, Private, Hot Tub
  • Security/Safety: Automatic Gate, Security System Owned, Gated Community

Exterior

  • Deck/Patio: Covered, Concrete Slab

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Carport Spaces: 2
  • Uncovered Spaces: 6
  • Total Spaces: 11
  • Parking: Attached Carport, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Direct Entrance, Side By Side
  • Garage Description: Attached

Location

  • Area: 321 - Rancho Mirage
  • County: Riverside
  • Subdivision: Thunderbird Heights
  • Cross Streets: Placerville Rd / Tonopah Rd
  • Direction Faces: Front Door Faces North, Leisure Faces South

School Information

  • School District: Palm Springs Unified
  • Elementary School: Rancho Mirage
  • Middle School: Nellie N. Coffman
  • High School: Cathedral City

Community

  • Gated community: Yes
  • Association: Yes
  • Assoc. Fees Include: Cable TV, Security
  • Pet Restrictions: Association Pet Rules

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Electric, Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water District: Cvwd
  • Water: Water District
  • TV Service: Cable TV

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Mid Century
  • Exterior Const.: Stucco
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Elastomeric
  • Doors: Double-Door Entry, Sliding Doors, French Doors
  • Disability Access: No Interior Steps
  • Entry Location: Ground Level - No Steps, Foyer
  • Square Feet: 4,200
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Other
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Other Struct. Feat.: Custom Built, Slab

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Cabana, Guesthouse/Casita

Lot Features

  • Mountain views: Yes
  • Lot Size (Acres): 1.05
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 45,738
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Description: Automatic Gate, Yard, Utilities Underground, Private, Landscaped
  • Fencing (Description): Block, Wrought Iron

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $951
  • Association Fee: Yes
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
  • Assoc Fee /Month: $689
  • Terms: Conventional, Cash to New Loan, Cash

Disclosures and Reports

  • APN: 690113006
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Schools serving 40286 Tonopah Rd

School District:Palm Springs Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Rancho Mirage Elementary School
42-985 Indian Trail Rd., Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
K-51.3 mi
Nellie N. Coffman Middle School
34-603 Plumley Rd., Cathedral City, CA 92234
6-83 mi
Rancho Mirage High
31001 Rattler Road, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
9-124.6 mi
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Price & Sales History for 40286 Tonopah Rd Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
12/17/2025
Price Reduced
$3,995,000
-3.73%
MLS
10/30/2025
Listed
$4,150,000
47.2%
MLS
7/11/2025
Sold
$2,819,375
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Tax History for 40286 Tonopah Rd

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$26,610
-2%
$2,184,840
2%
2024
$27,072
-1%
$2,142,000
2%
2023
$27,350
71%
$2,100,000
73%
2022
$15,975
2%
$1,214,982
2%
2021
$15,645
6%
$1,191,160
1%
2020
$14,814
3%
$1,178,947
3%
2019
$14,444
4%
$1,147,120
4%
2018
$13,899
5%
$1,103,000
5%
2017
$13,236
3%
$1,052,000
2%
2016
$12,896
2%
$1,036,000
—
2015
$12,607
-1%
$1,036,000
—
2014
$12,753
-2%
$1,036,000
—
2013
$13,007
—
$1,036,000
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40286 Tonopah Road, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (MLS# 219137855) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms. 40286 Tonopah Road is currently listed for $3,995,000 and was received on October 30, 2025. This property is listed by Geoff McIntosh from our Long Beach Office.Want to learn more about 40286 Tonopah Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Rancho Mirage? You can browse all Rancho Mirage real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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