2550 S Araby Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Araby Cove (click for neighborhood info)
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Sold
$625,000
Sold On 2024-09-16
Overview
MLS #
219083971DA
Listed on
2022-09-01
Status
Sold
Price
$649,000
Type
Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence
Size of home
1,311 sq ft
Beds / Baths
2 / 3.00
Size of lot
19,602 sq ft
Neighborhood
Araby Cove
Location address
2550 S Araby Drive
Palm Springs 92264
Palm Springs 92264
Description
***Significant price reduction to allow buyer room to improve the property. *** This historic rock home built by R. Lee Miller in 1929 comes to market for the first time in 45 years. Perched above Araby Cove with panoramic views of the desert, this property offers privacy and solitude. There is a detached structure used previously as the garage and detached studio casita with full bath which has been used as an artist's studio in the past. This home has two fireplaces and an original stove pipe. Look closely at the detail of the handcrafted doors, windows and shelves, ironwork on the door latches, ceiling beams and handmade fireplace tools. Look even closer and you will discover a hidden room behind a bookcase. Look closer still and you will see the original owner, Perle Martin Wheeler carved her named into a nook in 1931. These homes have a storied history (see attached articles) of which many myths and legends have endured over decades. The roof was just redone August 2022. It has historic Class 1, Landmark designation with the City of Palm Springs. It does allow short term rentals. The sister property to this is also for sale, 2501 Araby Drive (MLS#219083969). Class 1 properties in Palm Springs are eligible for Mills Act contracts (see attached). These properties are only accessible via a private road with restricted access. You must have an appointment to view them. ***It is important you do not drive to the property. You must have an appointment.***
General Information
Original List Price
$1,100,000
Price Per Sq/Ft
$495
Furnished
Yes
Land Type
Fee
Land Lease Expires
N/A
Pool
Yes
Spa
Yes
Style
Iconic / historical
Year Built
1929
Levels
Ground Level
View
Canyon, Desert, Mountains, Panoramic
Interior Features
Beamed Ceiling(s)
Flooring
Cement
Patio Features
Rock/Stone, Wrap Around Porch
Fireplace
Yes
Heating Type
Fireplace, Wood
Cooling Type
Wall/Window
Parking Spaces
2
Parking Type
Detached, Garage Is Detached, Other
Courtesy of:
Nyla Patzner /
Desert Sotheby's International Realty
2550 S Araby Drive