403 E Desert Willow Circle, Palm Springs, CA 92262
New Listing
$1,049,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
3
Baths:
2
Square Footage:
1,225
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$1,049,000
List Date:
8/14/2026
Last Modified:
8/15/2026
Description
ICONIC MID-CENTURY BUTTERFLY ALEXANDER | RACQUET CLUB ESTATES
A striking example of Palm Springs' celebrated mid-century modern architecture, this iconic Butterfly Alexander residence with a architecturally distinctive stone façade front embodies the era's defining principles of indoor-outdoor living, dramatic geometry, and seamless connection to the desert landscape. Set on a private cul-de-sac in Racquet Club Estates, this impeccably maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom architectural gem is distinguished by soaring vaulted ceilings, expansive walls of glass, architectural breeze blocks, and a south-facing backyard with breathtaking views of Mt. San Jacinto. A signature orange-framed frosted-glass entry opens to the iconic breezeway, connecting the main residence to the carport and extending the architectural axis toward the backyard. The bright great room features a vaulted tongue-and-groove ceiling, custom lighting, tile floors, and expansive glass that frames the pool and mountain views. The kitchen pairs period character with modern finishes, offering wood cabinetry, Quartz countertops, stainless appliances, gas cooktop, and a detached island ideal for entertaining. The vaulted primary suite features clerestory windows, direct outdoor access, and a private bath, while the secondary bedrooms echo the home's signature architectural details. Recent improvements include dual-pane windows, refoamed roof, tankless water heater, fresh exterior paint, whole-house surge protection, Moen water monitor, and a 2022 HVAC system. No land lease or HOA fees. Architecturally significant and unmistakably Palm Springs, this Butterfly Alexander is a beautifully preserved expression of desert modernism with exceptional privacy, design, and mountain views.
More Information MLS# 219151401
Listing, Location and Property Info
Entry Date: 2026-08-14
Land Type: Fee
Subdivision: Racquet Club East
General Property Information
Fireplace: No
Building # of Stories: 1
Pool: Yes
Garage: Yes
Garage Description: Detached
Sprinklers: No
Furnished: Furnished
Total Bedrooms: 3
Full Baths: 2
Approx SqFt: 1225
Total Baths: 2
SqFt Source: Assessor
Lot Size: 10454
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1959
Cross Streets: N Starr
Listing Info
Short Term Rentals: Yes
Will Consider Lease: No
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
Fencing
Privacy: 1
Sale Type
Standard: 1
Listing Terms
Cash to New Loan: 1
Possession
Close Of Escrow: 1
Parking Spaces/Information
Total Covered Spaces: 0
Total Uncovered/Assigned Spaces: 2
Lot Description
Landscaped: 1
Level: 1
Lot Location
Cul-De-Sac: 1
View Type
Mountain(s): 1
Property Condition
Updated/Remodeled: 1
Disclosures
None: 1
Building Style
Mid Century: 1
Levels
One: 1
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Disposal: 1
Dryer: 1
Gas Cooktop: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Stackable W/D Hookup: 1
Washer: 1
Kitchen Features
Quartz Counters: 1
Eating Areas
Breakfast Counter/Bar: 1
Exterior Construction
Stucco: 1
Foundation
Slab: 1
Flooring
Carpet: 1
Tile: 1
Cooling Type
Central Air: 1
Pool Location
Private: 1
Pool Construction
In Ground: 1
Pool Description
Heated: 1
Heating
Central: 1
Rooms
Dining Room: 1
Great Room: 1
Security Safety
None: 1
Sewer
In, Connected and Paid: 1
Parking
Garage Door Opener: 1
HOA Information
HOA: No
Land Lease Type
Fee Simple: 1
DPR
DPR Eligible: No
Listing Location and Property Info
APN: 501061011
Status: Active
Listing Date: 2026-08-13
Original List Price: 1049000
List Price: $1,049,000
Current Price: $1,049,000
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Street #: 403
Street Direction: E
Street Name: Desert Willow
Street Suffix: Circle
County: Riverside
State: CA
Zip Code: 92262
Area: 331 - Palm Springs North End
Country: US
Status Change Info
Status Change Date: 2026-08-14
Builders Information
Builder's Name: Alexander
Builder's Model Name: Butterfly
Parking SpacesInformation
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Property Features
Sale Type: Standard
Listing Terms: Cash to New Loan
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Lot Description: Landscaped; Level
Lot Location: Cul-De-Sac
View Type: Mountain(s)
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Fencing: Privacy
Disclosures: None
Building Style: Mid Century
Levels: One
Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Gas Cooktop; Refrigerator; Stackable W/D Hookup; Washer
Kitchen Features: Quartz Counters
Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar
Exterior Construction: Stucco
Foundation: Slab
Flooring: Carpet; Tile
Cooling Type: Central Air
Pool Location: Private
Pool Construction: In Ground
Pool Description: Heated
Heating: Central
Rooms: Dining Room; Great Room
Security Safety: None
Sewer: In, Connected and Paid
Parking: Garage Door Opener
Land Lease Type: Fee Simple
Listing Office:
Compass
Listing Agent:
David Whitworth
Last Updated: August - 15 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.