Rare Historic Palm Springs Rock Home (Off Market)

For Sale, USD 1,100,000


2550 S Araby Drive,

Property Type : Single Family Home

Property Style : Historical

Build Size : 1,311 ft² / 122 m²

Land Size : 19,602 ft² / 1,821 m² Convert Land Size

Bedroom : 2

Bathroom : 3

Half Bathroom : 0

MLS#: 219083971DA


Property Description

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.***
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Lifestyles

Casino/Gambling
Country Club
Golf
Mountain
Outdoor Activities
Privacy
Resort
Tennis
Rare Historic Palm Springs Rock Home, United States,California,Palm Springs is a 1,311ft² Palm Springs luxury Single Family Home listed for sale USD 1,100,000. This high end Palm Springs Single Family Home is comprised of 2 bedrooms and 3 baths. Find more luxury properties in Palm Springs or search for luxury properties for sale in Palm Springs.