Mid-Century Modern Gem in Thunderbird Heights:
Nestled in the prestigious Thunderbird Heights neighborhood of Rancho Mirage, this rare 1959 Howard Lapham original masterpiece has absolutely stunning panoramic down valley views. Perched on a private, walled corner lot spanning over 0.61 acres, this secluded 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence offers 2,547 sq ft of sophisticated living space, over 30 mature citrus trees, complete privacy, and the ultimate desert lifestyle.
Nestled in the prestigious Thunderbird Heights neighborhood of Rancho Mirage, this rare 1959 Howard Lapham original masterpiece has absolutely stunning panoramic down valley views. Perched on a private, walled corner lot spanning over 0.61 acres, this secluded 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence offers 2,547 sq ft of sophisticated living space, over 30 mature citrus trees, complete privacy, and the ultimate desert lifestyle.
Property Details
Price:
$2,999,000
MLS #:
NP26007560
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Thunderbird Heights 32201
Listed Date:
Jan 13, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,547
Lot Size:
26,572 sqft / 0.61 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1959
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Schools
Interior
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace Features
Gas, Wood Burning
Heating
Central
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s)
Exterior
Association Amenities
Tennis Court(s), Guard
Community Features
Curbs
Garage Spaces
2.00
Green Energy Generation
Solar
Lot Features
0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Corner Lot, Lot 20000-39999 Sqft
Parking Features
Garage
Pool Features
Private, Filtered, Heated, In Ground, Pebble
Security Features
24 Hour Security, Gated Community, Gated with Guard
Sewer
Septic Type Unknown
Spa Features
Heated, In Ground
Stories Total
1
View
Mountain(s), Panoramic, Valley
Water Source
Public
Financial
Association Fee
688.00
Map
Community
- Address40600 Tonopah Road Rancho Mirage CA
- SubdivisionThunderbird Heights (32201)
- CityRancho Mirage
- CountyRiverside
- Zip Code92270
Subdivisions in Rancho Mirage
- Artisan
- Bella Clancy
- Big Sioux
- Blue Skies
- Casas de Seville
- Chalet Palms
- Chalet Palms 32109
- Clancy Lane
- Coronado RM
- Cotino
- Del Webb RM
- Desert Braemar
- Desert Island 32123
- Desert Ranch Estates
- Desert Ranch Estates 32124
- Desert Village
- Estilo
- Iridium
- Ivy League Estates
- Key Largo
- La Residence
- La Terraza Palacio
- La Terraza Vintage Estates
- La Toscana
- Lake Mirage Rac Club
- Lake Mirage Rac Club – 2550
- Lake Mirage Racquet Club 32138
- Lake Mirage Racquetball Club
- Lark 8
- Los Altos
- Magnesia Falls Cove
- Magnesia Falls Cove 32142
- Makena
- Mira Vista
- Mirada Estates
- Mirage Cove
- Mirage Estates 32146
- Mission Hills Country Club
- Mission Hills Country Club 32148
- Mission Hills East
- Mission Hills East/Deane Hms
- Mission Hills East/Deane Homes 32149
- Mission Hills/Fairway
- Mission Hills/Legacy-Oakhurst
- Mission Hills/Legacy-Oakhurst 32152
- Mission Hills/Oakmont Estates
- Mission Hills/Westgate
- Mission Hills/Westgate 32155
- Mission Pointe
- Mission Ranch
- Mission Shores
- Mission Wells
- Morningside Country
- Mountain View Villas
- Mountain View Villas 32161
- Park Mirage
- Presidential Estates
- Rancho Estates
- Rancho Las Palmas C.
- Rancho Las Palmas C.
- Rancho Las Palmas C.C. 32168
- Rancho Mirage C.C.
- Rancho Mirage C.C. 32169
- Rancho Mirage Cove
- Rancho Mirage Cove 32170
- Rancho Mirage Racquet Club
- Rancho Mirage Rc
- Rancho Mirage RC 32171
- Rancho Mirage Resort
- Revelle at Clancy Ln
- Revelle at Clancy Ln 60030
- Ridgeview Estates 32174
- RM Mobile Home Es
- San Marino
- Santo Tomas
- Siena Vista Estates
- Small Mountain
- St. Augustine
- Sterling Cove
- Sterling Ridge
- Sunrise C.C.
- Sunrise C.C. 32185
- Tamarisk C.C.
- Tamarisk Gardens
- Tamarisk Heights
- Tamarisk Ridge
- Tamarisk View Estate
- Tamarisk View Estates 32191
- Tamarisk West
- The Colony
- The Estates At RM
- The Renaissance
- The Springs C.C.
- The Springs C.C. 32198
- The Springs Country Club
- Thunderbird C.C.
- Thunderbird C.C. 32199
- Thunderbird Estates
- Thunderbird Heights
- Thunderbird Heights 32201
- Thunderbird Terrace
- Thunderbird Villas
- Tierra Del Sol
- Tuscany
- Tuscany 32208
- Versailles
- Victoria Falls
- Viento
- Villaggio On Sinatra
- Villas of Mirada
- Vista Mirage
- Vista Mirage 32215
- Waterford-420
- White Sun Estates
- Wilshire Palms
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Rancho Mirage as of Jan 14, 2026
323
Single Family Listed
108
Avg DOM
543
Avg $ / SqFt
$2,006,617
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Thunderbird Heights (32201) subdivision, 40600 Tonopah Road Rancho Mirage CA is a Single Family for sale in Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270. It is listed for $2,999,000 and features 3 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 2,547 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1959. The current price per square foot is $1,177. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Rancho Mirage is $543. The average listing price for Single Family in Rancho Mirage is $2,006,617.
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