61579 Sun Terrace, Mountain Center, CA 92561
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61579 Sun Terrace,Mountain Center, CA 92561
$599,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,001 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Pending
Listed by: ryan cummings, john moore
Office: sotheby's international realty310-724-7000
MLS#:219149996PS
Source:CRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$599,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$299.35
- Monthly HOA dues:$150
About this home
Perched high above the Coachella Valley in the historic mountain community of Pinyon Crest, this authentic 1959 mid-century residence offers a rare opportunity to own one of the area's earliest architectural homes. Built years before Frank Sinatra chose these mountains for his famed Villa Maggio retreat, the home represents the beginning of Pinyon Crest's legacy as a secluded escape for those seeking privacy, cooler temperatures, and extraordinary natural beauty.Set on approximately 2.5 private acres, the property captures sweeping, nearly 360-degree views spanning the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains, the Coachella Valley, and the surrounding high desert landscape. Just twenty minutes from El Paseo in Palm Desert, it feels remarkably removed from the pace of everyday life.Designed around the principles that define timeless mid-century architecture, the home embraces its surroundings through expansive walls of glass, oversized sliding doors, and thoughtfully positioned living spaces that invite the outdoors in. Exposed wood beam ceilings, warm natural materials, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling masonry fireplace create an atmosphere that is both striking and welcoming.Thoughtfully updated while respecting its architectural character, the interiors remain intentionally understated, allowing the home's greatest feature--the ever-changing landscape beyond every window-- to take center stage. Spacious bedrooms, open living areas, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow make the home equally suited as a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or seasonal escape.Outside, the private pool and spa overlook one of Southern California's most captivating mountain settings, where brilliant sunsets give way to star-filled skies and the silence is interrupted only by the sounds of nature.Rich in history, grounded in architecture, and surrounded by remarkable beauty, 61579 Sun Terrace is more than a home-- it's a place to slow down, reconnect, and experience a side of the desert that few ever discover....
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Home facts
- Year built:1959
- Subdivision & Development:Pinyon Crest
- Listing ID #:219149996PS
- Added:124 day(s) ago
- Updated:November 08, 2026 at 09:00 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Flooring:Carpet, Tile
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Living area:2,001 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Zoned
- Heating:Electric, Zoned
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Foam, Shingle
- Year built:1959
- Building area:2,001 sq. ft.
- Lot area:2.5 Acres
- Construction Materials:Stucco
- Foundation Description:Slab
- Levels:1 Story
Utilities
- Water:Well
- Sewer:Septic Tank
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$599,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$299.35
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal
- Amenities:Beamed Ceilings, Drapes, Open Floor Plan, Skylights, Utility Room, Water Heater
- Pool features:Gunite, In Ground, Private
Parking
- Total parking spaces:4
- Parking description:2 Carport Space(s), Detached Carport, Driveway, Unassigned
- Carport spaces:2
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