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$5,850,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 4,693 Sq. Ft.
  • 3 Car Garage
  • Updated 8 days ago
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Architectural Masterpiece in Thunderbird Heights. Set high above the desert floor, behind the gates of coveted Thunderbird Heights, this rare modern estate is a study in vision, privacy, and timeless design. Conceived by architects Ira Johnson, AIA, and George Ritter, AIA--proteges of modernist icon William Cody--the residence is a masterful 1970s reinterpretation of Cody's desert modernism, executed with precision and restraint. Spanning approximately 4,700 square feet, the home is defined by steel-beam trusses, expansive walls of glass, and luminous white mud brick--an architectural language that feels both grounded and ethereal. Thoughtfully composed sight lines frame sweeping 360-degree panoramas, from the Santa Rosa Mountains to the desert valley and city lights beyond. Each bedroom suite enjoys its own immersive view, creating a deeply private, resort-like experience. At the heart of the home, an expansive open living space unfolds beneath soaring ceilings, where floor-to-ceiling glass dissolves the boundary between indoors and out. Light, landscape, and architecture converge in a serene, almost meditative flow--equal parts gallery and sanctuary. Set on over half an acre, the grounds are lush, mature, and impeccably curated, offering a quiet counterpoint to the dramatic elevation and views. This is not simply a residence--it is a private compound, designed for those who understand architecture as art. A rare opportunity to acquire a singular work of desert modernism--elevated, authentic, and quietly iconic.

Full Property Details for 70149 Sonora Rd

General

  • Sold For: $5,850,000
  • HOA FEE: $672/month
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Desert_Area_Palm_Springs
  • MLS ID: 219140950
  • Added to Site: 102 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Dining Room, Breakfast, Walk-In Pantry, Living Room, Casita - Guest House, Formal Entry, Family Room
  • Interior Features: Built-In Features, Dry Bar, Brick Walls, Bar, Block Walls
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Decorative, Marble, Firepit
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Room, Kitchen Island, Formal Dining Room, Dining Area
  • Appliances: Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Water Filter, Freezer, Dishwasher
  • Furnished: Yes
  • Furnishings: Furnished
  • Flooring: Terrazzo, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom Features: Powder Room

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedroom Features: Primary Suite

Other Rooms

  • Kitchen: Marble Counters, Remodeled, Pantry
  • Laundry: Laundry Area

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Golf Course, Tennis Courts, Other
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Salt Water, Private, In Ground, Salt Water, Private, In Ground, Private
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa Description: In Ground, Private
  • Security/Safety: 24 Hour Security, Security System Owned, Gated Community, Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler System

Exterior

  • Deck/Patio: Awning(s), Concrete Slab, Covered, Brick - Tile

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Covered Spaces: 3
  • Uncovered Spaces: 4
  • Total Spaces: 10
  • Parking: Covered, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Description: Attached

Location

  • Area: 321 - Rancho Mirage
  • County: Riverside
  • Subdivision: Thunderbird Heights
  • Cross Streets: Tonopah Rd

Community

  • Gated community: Yes
  • Association: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating Type: Central, Hot Water, Fireplace(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: On Site
  • Water: None
  • TV Service: Cable TV

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Mid Century, Modern
  • Detached/Attached: Yes
  • Exterior Const.: Block
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Disability Access: Other
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Stories/Levels: 1
  • Square Feet: 4,693
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Other Struct. Feat.: Slab, Solar System Owned, Premium Lot

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Guest House Attached, Guesthouse/Casita

Lot Features

  • Mountain views: Yes
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 29,621
  • Lot Size Source: Appraiser
  • Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
  • Fencing (Description): Block, Stucco Wall

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,267
  • For Lease: Yes
  • Association Fee: Yes
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
  • Assoc Fee /Month: $672
  • Terms: Conventional, 1031 Exchange, Contract, Lease Option, Cash

Disclosures and Reports

  • APN: 690091009

Listed by Compass, Matthew M Stauber
Sold by Nelson - Moe Group

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Schools serving 70149 Sonora Rd

School District:Palm Springs Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Rancho Mirage Elementary School
42-985 Indian Trail Rd., Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
K-51.4 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
9-124.8 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 70149 Sonora Rd

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/09/2026
Sold
$5,850,000
-1.68%
MLS
1/07/2026
Listed
$5,950,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Compass, Matthew M Stauber
Sold by Nelson - Moe Group

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70149 Sonora Road, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (MLS# 219140950) is a Single Family property that was sold at $5,850,000 on April 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 70149 Sonora 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.