Mid-Century Modern Gem in Thunderbird Heights:
Nestled in the prestigious Thunderbird Heights neighborhood of Rancho Mirage, this rare 1959 Howard Lapham original masterpiece has absolutely stunning panoramic down valley views. Perched on a private, walled corner lot spanning over 0.61 acres, this secluded 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence offers 2,547 sq ft of sophisticated living space, over 30 mature citrus trees, complete privacy, and the ultimate desert lifestyle.
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Sean Casey DRE #01750857 949.689.2498,
Roof Real Estate,
Lisa Casey DRE #01707849,
Roof Real Estate
$2,999,000
40600 Tonopah Rd, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
3beds
2,547sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
0.61 Acres Lot
$2,823,700 Zestimate®
$1,177/sqft
$688/mo HOA
What's special
- 41 days |
- 799 |
- 8 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 20, 2026 at 12:24pm
Listing Provided by:
Sean Casey DRE #01750857 949.689.2498,
Roof Real Estate,
Lisa Casey DRE #01707849,
Roof Real Estate
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NP26007560
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Quartz Counters
Kitchen
- Features: Butler's Pantry
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), All Bedrooms Down
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,547 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: ground
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Filtered, Heated, In Ground, Pebble, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Panoramic, Valley
Lot
- Size: 0.61 Acres
- Features: Item01UnitAcre, Back Yard, Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 690092001
- Zoning: ESF
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Gated
- Security: Gated with Guard, Gated Community, Item24HourSecurity
- Subdivision: Thunderbird Heights (32201)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Guard, Tennis Court(s)
- HOA fee: $688 monthly
- HOA name: HOA
- HOA phone: 760-346-1161
Location
- Region: Rancho Mirage
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,177/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $861,986
- Annual tax amount: $10,601
- Date on market: 1/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 42 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
Estimated market value
$2,823,700
$2.68M - $2.96M
$7,187/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,999,000-3.3%$1,177/sqft |
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| 12/15/2025 | Listing removed | $12,000$5/sqft |
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| 12/4/2025 | Price change | $12,000-20%$5/sqft |
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| 11/26/2025 | Listed for rent | $15,000$6/sqft |
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| 11/26/2025 | Listing removed | $15,000$6/sqft |
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| 10/14/2025 | Listed for rent | $15,000$6/sqft |
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| 7/16/2025 | Listing removed | $15,000$6/sqft |
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| 6/25/2025 | Listed for rent | $15,000+172.7%$6/sqft |
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| 3/20/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/10/2025 | Price change | $3,100,000-22.4%$1,217/sqft |
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| 3/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,995,000+85.8%$1,569/sqft |
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| 5/2/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/18/2021 | Listed for sale | $2,150,000+26.5%$844/sqft |
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| 8/21/2020 | Listing removed | $1,699,000$667/sqft |
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| 8/15/2020 | Price change | $1,699,000+3%$667/sqft |
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| 7/24/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,650,000+0.1%$648/sqft |
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| 12/11/2019 | Listing removed | $5,500$2/sqft |
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| 11/22/2019 | Listed for rent | $5,500$2/sqft |
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| 9/1/2018 | Listing removed | $1,649,000$647/sqft |
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| 3/29/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,649,000+135.6%$647/sqft |
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| 3/5/2013 | Sold | $700,000-21.8%$275/sqft |
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| 2/27/2013 | Listed for sale | $895,000$351/sqft |
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| 10/30/2012 | Listing removed | $895,000$351/sqft |
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| 5/19/2012 | Price change | $895,000-5.8%$351/sqft |
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| 5/16/2010 | Listed for sale | $950,000-2.6%$373/sqft |
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| 8/31/2004 | Sold | $975,000$383/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,601 -1.7% | $861,986 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,782 -1% | $845,085 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,891 +1.5% | $828,516 +2% |
| 2022 | $10,735 +3% | $812,272 +2% |
| 2021 | $10,422 +5.6% | $796,346 +1% |
| 2020 | $9,870 +1.8% | $788,182 +2% |
| 2019 | $9,695 +2% | $772,728 +2% |
| 2018 | $9,509 +1.5% | $757,577 +2% |
| 2017 | $9,364 | $742,723 +2% |
| 2016 | $9,364 +7% | $728,160 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $8,748 +0.8% | $717,225 +2% |
| 2014 | $8,676 | $703,177 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $700,000 -3% |
| 2012 | -- | $722,000 +18.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $609,000 +1.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $602,000 -33.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $900,000 -13% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,034,677 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,014,390 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $994,500 +355.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $218,499 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $210,292 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $206,170 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,322 +2.4% | $202,128 +2% |
| 2000 | $2,268 | $198,166 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$18,277/mo
Principal & interest
$14665
Property taxes
$2924
HOA Fees
$688
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92270
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Rancho Mirage Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10Nellie N. Coffman Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 6/10Rancho Mirage HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
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