61579 Sun Terrace , Mountain Center, CA 92561
$650,000
Est. Payment: $1,444.44/mo
3 Bed
2 Bath
2001 Sqft
Status: active | Days on site: 1
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House Description

Perched high above the Coachella Valley in the historic mountain community of Pinyon Crest, this authentic 1959 mid-century residence offers a rare opportunity to own one of the area's earliest architectural homes. Built years before Frank Sinatra chose these mountains for his famed Villa Maggio retreat, the home represents the beginning of Pinyon Crest's legacy as a secluded escape for those seeking privacy, cooler temperatures, and extraordinary natural beauty.Set on approximately 2.5 private acres, the property captures sweeping, nearly 360-degree views spanning the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains, the Coachella Valley, and the surrounding high desert landscape. Just twenty minutes from El Paseo in Palm Desert, it feels remarkably removed from the pace of everyday life.Designed around the principles that define timeless mid-century architecture, the home embraces its surroundings through expansive walls of glass, oversized sliding doors, and thoughtfully positioned living spaces that invite the outdoors in. Exposed wood beam ceilings, warm natural materials, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling masonry fireplace create an atmosphere that is both striking and welcoming.Thoughtfully updated while respecting its architectural character, the interiors remain intentionally understated, allowing the home's greatest feature--the ever-changing landscape beyond every window-- to take center stage. Spacious bedrooms, open living areas, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow make the home equally suited as a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or seasonal escape.Outside, the private pool and spa overlook one of Southern California's most captivating mountain settings, where brilliant sunsets give way to star-filled skies and the silence is interrupted only by the sounds of nature.Rich in history, grounded in architecture, and surrounded by remarkable beauty, 61579 Sun Terrace is more than a home-- it's a place to slow down, reconnect, and experience a side of the desert that few ever discover.

Highlights

Listed by Ryan Cummings , (760) 409-0129 and John Moore , (760) 774-9614 Sotheby's International Realty , (310) 724-7000. CRMLS/Multi-Regional MLS mls logo

Property Type

Residential

Lot/Acreage
2.5

HOA Fee

150 Monthly

Year Built

1959

County

Riverside

Area

326 - Pinyon Pines, Garner Valley

Neighborhood

Pinyon Crest

Listing ID

219149996PS

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Interior Features

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
  • Bedrooms:3
  • Bathrooms:2
  • Full Bathrooms:2
Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater
Air Cond:Zoned
Fireplaces:Great Room,Wood Burning
Floor:Carpet,Tile
Other:Beamed Ceilings,Breakfast Bar,Separate/Formal Dining Room,Open Floorplan,Utility Room
Other:Well

Exterior Features

Lot:No Land Lease
Garage Capacity:4
Roof:Foam,Shingle
Others:Additions/Alterations,Repairs Cosmetic,Updated/Remodeled,Stucco
Sewer:Septic Tank
Parking Features:Detached Carport,Driveway,Unassigned
Principal Interest
$1,444
Taxes
$414
HOA
$150

Home Price

$650,000

Loan Details

30 yrs
%

Down Payment

20%
$130,000
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Monthly Price:
$1,444.44

Principal

Taxes

HOA

Principal Taxes HOA Total
Monthly $1,444.44 $414.38 $150.00 $2,008.82
Yearly $17,333.33 $4,972.50 $1,800.00 $24,105.83
Total $520,000.00 $149,175.00 $54,000.00 $723,175.00

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