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657 N Via Miraleste

Palm Springs, CA 92262

6 beds
11 baths
7,900 sqft
~2 acre lot
$632 per sqft
1931 build
– on site

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First time on the market in over 40 years. An island parcel with no adjoining neighbors built on almost two acres in 1931 by George Heigho, Invernada or Winter House is one of Palm Springs best examples of Spanish Revival Architecture, and considered to be one of the most significant properties in Palm Springs. In 1946 Tillie Lewis purchased Invernada, she was considered to be the first female Captain of Industry. The Invernada estate was acquired by the current owner in 1978. Constructed with the finest materials and techniques of the day, Invernada has survived with the majority of its original details and floor plan intact. The main residence of the estate is more than 6000 SF. The property also includes a resort-sized pool, guest suites, a 3-car garage, and several out buildings. The 1700 SF guest house was built in the 50s to look like Spanish on the exterior, but the interior is Mid-Century Modern at its finest. Each of the seven baths in the main house boasts its original tile and fixtures. The 50 FT long living room features numerous original steel framed French doors on each side offering exceptional views of the garden, pool, and mountains. Outstanding wrought iron fixtures compliment the vintage decor. Class 1 Historical Site. Attributed to William Charles Tanner Architect of the O'Donnell House.

Listed By CRMLS_CA / Jim Schwietz / Bennion Deville Homes

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MLS# 21711610 —

The Building

Year Built:

1931
Construction Materials:

Stucco
Stories Total:

2
Patio And Porch Features:

Enclosed Glass Porch, Patio Open
Patio:

1
Faces:

East

Interior

Features:

Wet Bar, Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings
Levels:

Two
Entry Location:

Foyer
Kitchen Features:

Stone Counters
Eating Area:

In Kitchen, Dining Room
Room Type:

Wine Cellar, Master Bathroom, Office, Workshop, Living Room, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry, Sun, Formal Entry, Recreation, Dressing Area, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Bonus Room, Basement
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplace:

Guest House, Living Room, Bonus Room
Laundry:

Individual Room, Inside
Laundry:

1

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

7900.00

Financial & Terms

Disclosures:

Trust/Conservatorship, Historical

Location

Directions:

Palm Canyon Drive to Alejo east, to Via Miraleste north. The Invernada estate is an island shaped parcel that runs street to street, north to south, and east to west.
Latitude:

33.83246000
Longitude:

-116.54162500

The Property

Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Zoning:

R1C
Lot Size Area:

85813.0000
Lot Size SqFt:

85813.00
View:

1
View:

Mountain(s), Panoramic
Fencing:

Brick
Fence:

Yes
Security Features:

Gated Community
Other Structures:

Guest House, Shed(s)
Land Lease:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

6

Baths

Total Baths:

11
Bathroom Features:

Tile Counters, Shower in Tub
Full & Three Quarter Baths:

10
Full Baths:

7
Half Baths:

1
Three Quarter Baths:

3

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

Standard
Parcel Number:

507185001

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

1
Heating:

Central, Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling:

Yes
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Sewer Paid

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Built-In, Double Oven, Oven, Range Hood
Included:

Yes

The Community

Subdivision:

Movie Colony
Subdivision:

Movie Colony
Pool:

Diving Board, Lap, In Ground, Private
Senior Community:

No
Private Pool:

Yes
Spa Features:

None

Parking

Parking:

Yes
Parking:

Gravel, Garage - Three Door, Gated

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/20/21 May 20, 2021	Sold	CRMLS_CA	$5,000,000	-9.1%
4/26/21 Apr 26, 2021	Pending	CRMLS_CA	$5,500,000
4/11/21 Apr 11, 2021	Sold Subject To Contingencies	CRMLS_CA	$5,500,000

House Sold on 5/20/2021

$5,000,000

Listing provided by broker:

Jim Schwietz

Bennion Deville Homes

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Listing Courtesy of: CRMLS_CA and Bennion Deville Homes. Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 22:00 on May 24.

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657 N Via Miraleste

Palm Springs, CA 92262