Discover the Elemental Retreat House, a modern home designed by a renowned San Francisco architect and nestled on a 1.25-acre secluded lot located just outside of Desert Hot Springs. This 2000 sq.ft., 3-bedroom, 2 bath home offers tranquility, eco-conscious design and income-generating potential, all just 20 minutes from downtown Palm Springs and a short drive to Coachella. Large double-pane sliding doors positioned, every 8 feet, frame breathtaking 360-degree mountain and desert views. The home is divided into two 1000 sq. ft. wings, connected by a covered central space with pull up door, creating a weather protected indoor/outdoor living area. The main wing houses a guest bedroom with bath, a spacious living room, dining area and fully equipped kitchen. The other wing houses two expansive 450 sq.ft. master suites, featuring 2 sliding doors each that open to spacious covered patios, perfect for morning coffee or stargazing under the desert sky. The innovative double-roof design, with a 5,000-square-foot top roof, shields the home from the desert sun while channeling cooling breezes between the roofs, ensuring comfort even in the hottest months. Wrapped in 18 inches of Styrofoam insulation and clad in elegant cedar, this super-insulated home achieves near-zero energy consumption, complemented by a one-year-old solar system that virtually eliminates electricity costs. The heart of the Elemental Retreat House is its therapeutic mineral water well, delivering odorless, 85°F mineral-rich water year-round. Packed with health-enhancing minerals, this water fills the oversized pool, luxurious jacuzzi, and all showers, transforming your home into a private spa retreat. Additional amenities include a large laundry/storage room with a sink and new water heater, mini split air conditioners for personalized comfort, and smart home features controlling the pool, spa, lighting, and security system via Wi-Fi. Guests on a recognized short term rental site have awarded this property a 5-star rating, praising its wellness-focused amenities and serene ambiance, making it a proven income generator with an active short-term rental permit from Riverside County. Situated on the outskirts of Desert Hot Springs, known as California’s Spa City, this property combines seclusion with proximity to world-class attractions. Enjoy the vibrant arts, dining, and festivals of Palm Springs, or explore nearby Joshua Tree National Park and San Bernardino National Forest.
Pre-foreclosure
Listing Provided by: Linkpin Realty
Est. $603,500
14991 McGarger Rd, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
3beds
2,098sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2013
1.25 Acres Lot
$603,500 Zestimate®
$288/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Secluded lotOversized poolCovered patiosLuxurious jacuzzi
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 16, 2026 at 03:43pm
Listing Provided by:
Frank Giaimo DRE #01384059 619-977-4450,
Linkpin Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SW25120889
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Bedroom, Living Room, Pantry, Retreat, Dining Room
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Jack and Jill Bath
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Walk-In Pantry
Pantry
- Features: Walk-In Pantry
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- See Remarks
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Solar Hot Water, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Laundry: Laundry Room, See Remarks
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, All Bedrooms Down, Jack and Jill Bath, Walk-In Pantry
- Flooring: Concrete
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,098 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, On Site
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Wrap Around
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, In Ground, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Desert, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 1.25 Acres
- Features: 2-5 Units/Acre
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Storage
- Parcel number: 656270028
- Zoning: W-2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Redwood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2013
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Rural
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Not Applicable
Location
- Region: Desert Hot Springs
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $288/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $497,917
- Annual tax amount: $13,004
- Date on market: 5/30/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 185 days
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
- Road surface type: Not Maintained
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Estimated market value
$603,500
$549,000 - $664,000
$2,979/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/16/2026 | Sold | $599,000$286/sqft |
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| 12/9/2025 | Pending sale | $599,000$286/sqft |
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| 10/14/2025 | Price change | $599,000-7.7%$286/sqft |
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| 9/25/2025 | Price change | $649,000-7.2%$309/sqft |
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| 8/13/2025 | Price change | $699,000-6.7%$333/sqft |
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| 6/11/2025 | Price change | $749,000-6.3%$357/sqft |
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| 5/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $799,000+73.7%$381/sqft |
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| 11/5/2020 | Sold | $460,000+2.4%$219/sqft |
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| 10/4/2020 | Pending sale | $449,000$214/sqft |
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| 10/1/2020 | Listed for sale | $449,000-0.2%$214/sqft |
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| 1/10/2015 | Listing removed | $450,000$214/sqft |
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| 1/3/2015 | Listed for sale | $450,000+8.4%$214/sqft |
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| 8/28/2014 | Sold | $415,000+501.4%$198/sqft |
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| 5/16/2014 | Listing removed | $69,000$33/sqft |
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| 4/29/2014 | Price change | $69,000-82.7%$33/sqft |
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| 2/12/2014 | Price change | $399,000-6.1%$190/sqft |
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| 1/16/2014 | Price change | $425,000-9.4%$203/sqft |
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| 10/24/2013 | Price change | $469,000-10.7%$224/sqft |
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| 7/31/2013 | Listed for sale | $525,000+5.2%$250/sqft |
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| 6/13/2013 | Listing removed | $499,000$238/sqft |
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| 11/11/2012 | Listed for sale | $499,000+1563.3%$238/sqft |
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| 7/6/2012 | Sold | $30,000$14/sqft |
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| 10/21/2011 | Listed for sale | $30,000-78.6%$14/sqft |
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| 3/4/2005 | Sold | $140,000+55.6%$67/sqft |
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| 8/15/2003 | Sold | $90,000$43/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,004 -1.2% | $497,917 +2% |
| 2024 | $13,163 +116.9% | $488,155 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,070 -0.1% | $478,584 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,078 +2.1% | $469,200 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,952 +45.1% | $460,000 +37.1% |
| 2020 | $4,102 +1.9% | $335,552 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,027 +2% | $328,974 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,947 +1.6% | $322,524 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,885 | $316,200 -25% |
| 2016 | $3,885 -21.8% | $421,328 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,967 +28.3% | $415,000 +31.5% |
| 2014 | $3,872 | $315,650 +17.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $268,773 +1691.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $15,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $15,000 -76.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $65,000 -13.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $75,000 -49.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $148,568 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $145,656 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $142,800 +40% |
| 2005 | -- | $102,000 +187.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $35,506 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $34,811 +2% |
| 2001 | $311 +3% | $34,130 +2% |
| 2000 | $302 | $33,462 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92240
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Julius Corsini Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 1/10Desert Springs Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 3/10Desert Hot Springs High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
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