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.
Sold for $5,850,000
Listing Provided by:
Matthew Stauber DRE #02165628 760-217-1589,
Compass
Bought with: Compass
$5,850,000
70149 Sonora Rd, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
4beds
4,693sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
0.68 Acres Lot
$5,477,900 Zestimate®
$1,247/sqft
$8,232 Estimated rent
Home value
$5,477,900
$5.20M - $5.75M
$8,232/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 19 hours ago
Listing Provided by:
Matthew Stauber DRE #02165628 760-217-1589,
Compass
Bought with:
Nelson - Moe Group
Compass
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219140950DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AORFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Pantry
- Features: Walk-In Pantry
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Range Hood, Water Purifier
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Brick Walls, Breakfast Area, Block Walls, Dry Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Bar, Primary Suite, Walk-In Pantry
- Flooring: Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Living Room, Masonry
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,693 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Covered, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Brick, Concrete, Covered
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Private, Salt Water
- Spa features: In Ground, Private
- Fencing: Block,Stucco Wall
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Pool
Lot
- Size: 0.68 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Planned Unit Development, Sprinkler System
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Guest HouseAttached
- Parcel number: 690091009
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Block
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Fire Detection System, Fire Sprinkler System, Gated Community, 24 Hour Security, Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Gated
Location
- Region: Rancho Mirage
- Subdivision: Thunderbird Heights
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $672 monthly
- Amenities included: Golf Course, Other, Tennis Court(s)
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Contract,1031 Exchange,Lease Option
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/9/2026 | Sold | $5,850,000-1.7%$1,247/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #219140950DA Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2026 | Pending sale | $5,950,000$1,268/sqft |
Source:  Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219140950 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2026 | Contingent | $5,950,000$1,268/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219140950 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,950,000-2.4%$1,268/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219140950 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2025 | Listing removed | $6,095,000$1,299/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219128609 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $49,863 -1.7% | $4,113,241 +2% |
| 2024 | $50,729 -1% | $4,032,590 +2% |
| 2023 | $51,252 +1.5% | $3,953,520 +2% |
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Neighborhood: 92270
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Rancho Mirage Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10Nellie N. Coffman Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 6/10Rancho Mirage HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
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- California
- Riverside County
- Rancho Mirage
- 92270
- 70149 Sonora Rd