40516 Tonopah Road, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

$2,998,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 3,998 Status: Active
Current Price: $2,998,000 List Date: 10/01/2026 Last Modified: 10/23/2026

Overview

Description

THUNDERBIRD HEIGHTS - OPEN SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 11:30AM-2PM. CALL BEFORE ARRIVAL FOR SECURITY CLEARANCE (760)933-3377. A rare opportunity to restore and reimagine a remarkably original Hollywood Regency-influenced Mid-Century Desert Modern residence designed by noted architect Charles E. DuBois. Recognized for his distinctive residential work, DuBois helped shape Southern California's postwar modernist landscape with homes celebrating dramatic architectural forms, open interiors, natural materials, and a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. Completed in 1969 and situated within prestigious, guard-gated Thunderbird Heights, this architecturally significant residence is set against a spectacular desert and mountain backdrop. Encompassing approximately 3,998 square feet on a generous 19,602-square-foot lot, the home offers three bedrooms, flexible office or gym space, and a two-car garage. Inside, soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a gracious floor plan creat ...

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Listing Details MLS# 219153506

General Property Information

Total Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
3/4 Baths
2
Half Baths
Yes
Approx SqFt
3998
Total Baths
5
SqFt Source
Assessor
Fireplace
Yes
Total Fireplaces
2
Pool
Yes
Garage
Yes
Garage Description
Attached
Sprinklers
No
Building # of Stories
Yes
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Year Built
1969
Furnished
Unfurnished
Cross Streets
Thunderbird Rd @ Hwy 111

Property Features

Sale Type: Standard Listing Terms: Cash; Cash to New Loan Possession: Close Of Escrow Lot Description: Back Yard; Flag Lot; Front Yard; Landscaped; Lawn; Utilities Underground; Yard Lot Location: Hillside View Type: Mountain(s); Panoramic Property Orientation Faces: Front Door Faces West; Leisure Faces North Other Structural Features: None Other Equipment: Other Property Condition: Fixer Fencing: Block Disclosures: CC & R; Historical Design; Homeowners Association; Property As Is Building Style: Other Levels: Two Entry Location: Ground Level w/Steps Unit Location: Not Applicable Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Gas Cooktop; Refrigerator; Washer Range Hood: Yes Warmer Oven Drawer: Yes Kitchen Features: Corian Counters; Skylight(s) Eating Areas: Breakfast Nook; Formal Dining Room Bedroom Features: Walk In Closet Bathroom Features: 2 Primary Baths; Powder Room; Shower & Tub; Shower Stall Doors: Double Door Entry Exterior Construction: Block; Stucco Foundation: Slab Flooring: Carpet; Ceramic Tile; Terrazzo Cooling Type: Air Conditioning; Central Air Pool Location: Private Pool Construction: Gunite; In Ground Pool Description: Fenced; Gunite; In Ground; Private Heating: Forced Air; None Heating Fuel: Natural Gas Fireplace Location: Living Room; Primary Bedroom Fireplace Features: Gas Rooms: Bonus Room; Den - Study; Dining Room; Formal Entry; Living Room Interior Features: Bar; High Ceilings (9 Ft+); Living Room Deck Attached TV Services: Cable TV Laundry: Laundry Area Volt 220 Location: In Kitchen; In Laundry Security Safety: 24 Hour Security; Community; Gated Community Disability Access: No Interior Steps Window Treatments: Blinds Roofing: Rolled/Hot Mop Patio Features: Concrete Slab; Misters; Other Utilities: Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Water Connected Sewer: Septic Tank Water: Water District Water Heater Feature: Gas Parking: Direct Entrance; Driveway; Garage Door Opener Road Surface Type: Asphalt Association 1 Frequency: Annually Association Amenities: Controlled Access; Pet Rules Association Fees Include: Cable TV Association Pet Rules: Assoc Pet Rules; Yes Land Lease Type: Fee Simple

Listing Location and Property Info

APN
690104001
Original List Price
2998000
Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Street #
40516
Street Name
Tonopah
Street Suffix
Road
County
Riverside
State
CA
Zip Code
92270
Area
321 - Rancho Mirage
Country
US

Listing Info

Exclusions of Sale
None
Short Term Rentals
No
Rental Restrictions
Yes
Will Consider Lease
No
School District
Palm Springs Unified
Elementary School
Rancho Mirage
Junior Middle School
Nellie N. Coffman
High School
Rancho Mirage

Tax Info

Tax Mello Roos
No

Property Info

Green Features
No
Golf Course Within Development
No
Senior Community
No
Gated Community
Yes
PUD Y/N
No
Total Monthly Association Fees
689

More Information

Status Change Info

Status Change Date
2026-10-01

Water

Water District Name
CVWD

Parking SpacesInformation

Total Garage Spaces
2
Total Parking Spaces
6

HOA Information

HOA
Yes
HOA Fee 1
8266

Association Information

Association Name
Thunderbird Property Owners Association
Mgmt Company Email
hstanley@drminternet.com

DPR

DPR Eligible
No
Listing Office: Keller Williams Luxury Homes
Listing Agent: Geoff McIntosh & Associates
Last Updated: October - 23 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.