61579 Sun Terrace

Mountain Center, CA 92561
  • $650,000

    Price
  • 3

    Bed
  • 2

    Bath
  • 2,001

    SqFt

About the Listing PS4934 - PS45063,PS48237

Perched high above the Coachella Valley in the historic mountain community of Pinyon Crest, this authentic 1959 mid-century residence offers a rare opportunity to own one of the area's earliest architectural homes. Built years before Frank Sinatra chose these mountains for his famed Villa Maggio retreat, the home represents the beginning of Pinyon Crest's legacy as a secluded escape for those seeking privacy, cooler temperatures, and extraordinary natural beauty.Set on approximately 2.5 private acres, the property captures sweeping, nearly 360-degree views spanning the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains, the Coachella Valley, and the surrounding high desert landscape. Just twenty minutes from El Paseo in Palm Desert, it feels remarkably removed from the pace of everyday life.Designed around the principles that define timeless mid-century architecture, the home embraces its surroundings through expansive walls of glass, oversized sliding doors, and thoughtfully positioned living spaces that invite the outdoors in. Exposed wood beam ceilings, warm natural materials, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling masonry fireplace create an atmosphere that is both striking and welcoming.Thoughtfully updated while respecting its architectural character, the interiors remain intentionally understated, allowing the home's greatest feature--the ever-changing landscape beyond every window-- to take center stage. Spacious bedrooms, open living areas, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow make the home equally suited as a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or seasonal escape.Outside, the private pool and spa overlook one of Southern California's most captivating mountain settings, where brilliant sunsets give way to star-filled skies and the silence is interrupted only by the sounds of nature.Rich in history, grounded in architecture, and surrounded by remarkable beauty, 61579 Sun Terrace is more than a home-- it's a place to slow down, reconnect, and experience a side of the desert that few ever discover.

Listing Highlights

Status Active
Days on Site 54
Property Type Residential
MLS ® 219149996PS
Year Built 1959
Total Square Footage 2,001
Lot/Acreage 2.5
County Riverside
Neighborhood Pinyon Crest
HOA Dues 150/Monthly

Interior Details

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2 Full
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater
  • Air Cond: Zoned
  • Heating: Electric,Zoned
  • Fireplaces: Great Room,Wood Burning
  • Floor: Carpet,Tile
  • Above Ground Sq Ft:
  • Below Ground Sq Ft: n/a
  • Basement:
  • Other: Beamed Ceilings,Breakfast Bar,Separate/Formal Dining Room,Open Floorplan,Utility Room
  • Water: Well

Exterior Details

  • Lot Description: No Land Lease
  • Garage Capacity: N/A
  • Parking Spaces: 4
  • Roof: Foam,Shingle
  • Others: Additions/Alterations,Repairs Cosmetic,Updated/Remodeled,Stucco
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Parking Features: Detached Carport,Driveway,Unassigned

Financial Details

  • Tax Amount: N/A
  • Taxes w/Assessments: N/A
  • Tax/Property ID: 635370019
  • Tax Year: N/A

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Originating MLS: CRMLS

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Yury Medrano

Realtor | Los Angeles, CA & Boise, ID | Silvercreek Realty Group | Sky Homes & Estates

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