Views - Golf Course - Eco Friendly
Address
73271 Buckboard Trail, Palm Desert, CA
Price
$ 1,835,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#P124373
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyRiverside
- CityPalm Desert
- Area South Palm Desert
- NeighborhoodSilver Spur Ranch
- Zip92260
- Style
- Year Built1958
- Price$ 1,835,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1497
- Lot Size0.36 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description
A true collector's item in the world of desert modernism, 73271 Buckboard Trail--known as the Paulette Herbert Johnson House--is a 1958 mid-century masterpiece by celebrated architect Walter S. White. Rarely does a home of this significance come to market--an exquisitely maintained and restored example of Palm Desert's architectural history, blending timeless design with resort-style living.Step through a pebble-stone entry into an open, light-filled floor plan where floor-to-ceiling glass walls, terrazzo floors, original wood paneling, and signature masonry walls create a seamless indoor/outdoor flow surrounding the living and dining areas. The custom wood panel kitchen cabinetry pays homage to its mid-century roots, while two beautifully appointed bedrooms feature cork-lined closets and bathrooms with authentic period tile and lighting. Natural light pours through every corner, framing breathtaking views of the surrounding gardens, mountains and desert skyline.The grounds are a modernist playground: a Parker-style pebble bottom pool and spa, outdoor kitchen with barbecue and pizza oven, bocce court, putting green, lounge gazebo, firepits galore, and room for an ADU--all set against panoramic desert vistas. A spacious two-car garage plus additional parking for up to six vehicles completes the estate.Located in the historic Silver Spur Ranch enclave, this home is just minutes from El Paseo's dining and shopping, the Living Desert Zoo, and Palm Desert's country clubs. More than a residence, it is an architectural icon--the Paulette Herbert Johnson House by Walter S. White--restored to its full glory and offered as a rare opportunity to own a celebrated piece of California modernism.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 11/28/2025 | Listed $1,958,000 |
| 3/5/2026 | 6$1,835,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1497 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Sewer Tap Paid |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Possession | See Remarks |
| Roof | Foam |
| Appliances | Barbecue,Dishwasher,ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances,Free-Standing Range,Freezer,Gas Cooktop,Gas Oven,Gas Range,Ice Maker,Microwave,Refrigerator,Range Hood,Tankless Water Heater,Water To Refrigerator,Warming Drawer |
| HOA Fee | 218 |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Concrete,Covered,Front Porch,Lanai,Open,Patio,Porch,Stone,Wrap Around |
| Architectural Style | Mid-Century Modern,See Remarks,Patio Home |
| Pool Features | Filtered,Heated,In Ground,Pebble,Salt Water |
| Security Features | Prewired,Security System,Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Smoke Detector(s),Security Lights |
| Exclusions | Pendant in living room, pendant in primary bedroom, outdoor white ceramic fire pit, front yard fire pit. |
| Year Built | 1958 |
| View | Desert,Hills,Mountain(s),Neighborhood,Trees/Woods |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Community Features | Biking,Curbs,Dog Park,Golf,Gutter(s),Hiking,Horse Trails,Storm Drain(s),Suburban,Park |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
| County | Riverside |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | Maintenance Grounds,Other |
| HOA | true |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Energy Efficient | Appliances |
| Subdivision Name | Silver Spur Ranch |
| Facing Direction | North |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Other Structures | Storage |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Special Listing Conditions | Standard |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Highway 111 to Portola and go south to Buckboard trail and go west |
| City | Palm Desert |
| Association Name | Silver Spur Ranch Association Inc |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| MLS Area | 323 - South Palm Desert |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 15682 |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Cash to Existing Loan,Cash to New Loan,Conventional |
| Spa Features | Heated,In Ground,Private |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Property Condition | Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey |
| Lease Considered Y/N | false |
| Virtual Tour | https://videolistings.ai/wp-content/uploads/Palm-Desert-Property-Sabatella-Vert-w-Music-1.mp4 |
| Structure Type | House |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Tax Lot | 18 |
| Virtual Tour | https://videolistings.ai/wp-content/uploads/Palm-Desert-Property-Sabatella-Vert-w-Music-1.mp4 |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | PALM DESERT |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Built-in Features,Block Walls,Ceiling Fan(s),Separate/Formal Dining Room,Eat-in Kitchen,Living Room Deck Attached,Open Floorplan,Stone Counters,Recessed Lighting,Storage,Wired for Data,Wood Product Walls,Wired for Sound |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Stone,Tile |
| Fireplace Features | None |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Laundry Features | Inside,Laundry Room |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| LivingAreaSource | Appraiser |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Barbecue,Lighting |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Masonry,Stone |
| Parking Features | Concrete,Door-Single,Driveway,Garage,Golf Cart Garage,Off Site,On Site,Off Street,Paved,RV Potential,On Street,Storage |
| Lot Features | Back Yard,Close to Clubhouse,Desert Back,Drip Irrigation/Bubblers,Front Yard,Garden,Sprinklers In Rear,Sprinklers In Front,Lawn,Landscaped,Near Park,Paved,Rocks,Secluded,Sprinklers Timer,Sprinklers On Side,Sprinkler System,Walkstreet,Yard |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 8 |
| Lot Size Area | 15682 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Spa | true |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.36 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Private Pool | true |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Door Features | Sliding Doors |
| Horse Amenities | Riding Trail |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 92260
Price
Year Built
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