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240 W El Portal, Palm Springs, CA 92264

$2,125,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,300 Status: Closed
Current Price: $2,125,000 List Date: 3/24/2026 Last Modified: 5/12/2026

Description

The Mesa | Spanish Colonial Revival with Guest Casita and Mountain Views Nestled against the majestic San Jacinto Mountains, The Mesa has long been one of Palm Springs' most coveted and storied neighborhoods. Established in 1921, this secluded enclave--often called the ''Hollywood Hills of Palm Springs''--is celebrated for its lush landscape, wind-sheltered microclimate, and rich history of celebrity residents. This lovingly restored 1948 Spanish Colonial perfectly captures the area's timeless allure. Beyond the welcoming entryway, refinished original hardwood floors lead into a step-down living room framed by a bay window and centered around a cozy fireplace. Graceful archways connect the living and formal dining rooms, while an adjacent sitting area offers a relaxed space for media or conversation. The remodeled kitchen opens seamlessly to both formal and informal dining spaces, ideal for modern entertaining. The home offers four bedrooms and four baths, including a private-entry casita with kitchenette and direct access to the pool--perfect for guests or extended stays. Outdoors, the generously sized backyard unfolds as an entertainer's paradise. A charming patio off the dining room invites intimate after-dinner conversations, while a dining pergola beneath the stars and a rustic steel fire feature create an ambiance of desert elegance. Completing the scene are a classic swimming pool and spa, all set against the dramatic backdrop of the rugged mountain range. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Palm Springs history--where Spanish Revival architecture meets effortless California living.

More Information MLS# 219145323

Listing, Location and Property Info

New Construction: No Entry Date: 2026-03-24 Land Type: Fee

General Property Information

Fireplace: Yes Building # of Stories: 1 Total Fireplaces: 1 Pool: Yes Garage: Yes Garage Description: Attached Sprinklers: Yes Furnished: Unfurnished Total Bedrooms: 4 3/4 Baths: 4 Approx SqFt: 3300 Total Baths: 4 SqFt Source: Assessor Lot Size: 15682 Lot Size Source: Assessor Year Built: 1948 Cross Streets: Mesa Drive

Listing Info

Short Term Rentals: Yes Will Consider Lease: No Exclusions of Sale: Offered furnished with a few exceptions.

Tax Info

Tax Mello Roos: No

Property Info

View: Yes Golf Course Within Development: No Senior Community: No Gated Community: No PUD Y/N: No Total Monthly Association Fees: 0

Sale Type

Standard: 1

Listing Terms

Cash: 1 Cash to New Loan: 1

Possession

Other: 1

Parking Spaces/Information

Total Covered Spaces: 2 Total Uncovered/Assigned Spaces: 0

View Type

Mountain(s): 1

Irrigation

Sprinkler System: 1 Sprinkler Timer: 1

Disclosures

None: 1

Levels

One: 1

Flooring

Ceramic Tile: 1 Hardwood: 1

Cooling Type

Central Air: 1

Pool Location

Private: 1

Pool Construction

Gunite: 1 In Ground: 1

Pool Description

Heated: 1

Spa/Hot Tub Construction

Gunite: 1 In Ground: 1

Spa/Hot Tub Description

Heated - Gas: 1 Private: 1

Heating

Central: 1

Fireplace Location

Living Room: 1

Fireplace Features

Gas & Wood: 1

Rooms

Casita - Guest House: 1

Security Safety

None: 1

Sewer

In, Connected and Paid: 1

Parking

Garage Door Opener: 1

HOA Information

HOA: No

Contingent Upon

Inspection: 1

Land Lease Type

Fee Simple: 1

DPR

DPR Eligible: No

Listing Location and Property Info

APN: 513390003 Status: Closed Listing Date: 2025-03-25 Original List Price: 2250000 Sold Price: $2,125,000 Current Price: $2,125,000 Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence Street #: 240 Street Direction: W Street Name: El Portal County: Riverside State: CA Zip Code: 92264 Area: 334 - Palm Springs South End Country: US

Status Change Info

Status Change Date: 2026-04-16 Pending Date: 2026-04-13 Closed Date: 2026-04-16 Closed Price: 2125000

Parking SpacesInformation

Total Garage Spaces: 2 Total Parking Spaces: 4

Property Features

Sale Type: Standard Listing Terms: Cash; Cash to New Loan Possession: Other View Type: Mountain(s) Irrigation: Sprinkler System; Sprinkler Timer Disclosures: None Levels: One Flooring: Ceramic Tile; Hardwood Cooling Type: Central Air Pool Location: Private Pool Construction: Gunite; In Ground Pool Description: Heated Heating: Central Fireplace Location: Living Room Fireplace Features: Gas & Wood Rooms: Casita - Guest House Security Safety: None Sewer: In, Connected and Paid Parking: Garage Door Opener Contingent Upon: Inspection Land Lease Type: Fee Simple
Listing Office: Valentino & Valentino R E
Listing Agent: Dan M Valentino
Last Updated: May - 12 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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