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.