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Property Description
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
Full Property Details for 40286 Tonopah Rd
General
- Sold For: $3,000,000
- HOA FEE: $689/month
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Desert_Area_Palm_Springs
- MLS ID: 219137855
- Added to Site: 170 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.: $927
- 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
Schools serving 40286 Tonopah Rd
School District:Palm Springs Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Rancho Mirage Elementary School 42-985 Indian Trail Rd., Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 | K-5 | 1.3 mi |
Nellie N. Coffman Middle School 34-603 Plumley Rd., Cathedral City, CA 92234 | 6-8 | 3 mi |
Rancho Mirage High 31001 Rattler Road, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 | 9-12 | 4.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 40286 Tonopah Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/09/2026
Sold
$3,000,000
-22.98%
MLS
1/27/2026
Price Reduced
$3,895,000
-2.5%
MLS
12/17/2025
Price Reduced
$3,995,000
-3.73%
MLS
10/30/2025
Listed
$4,150,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
40286 Tonopah Road, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (MLS# 219137855) is a Single Family property that was sold at $3,000,000 on April 09, 2026. This property was 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.



