Price Reduction - Views
Address
61579 Sun Terrace, Mountain Center, CA
Price
$ 599,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#219149996PS
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyRiverside
- CityMountain Center
- Area Pinyon Pines, Garner Valley
- NeighborhoodPinyon Crest
- Zip92561
- Style
- Year Built1959
- Price$ 599,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2001
- Lot Size2.5 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description
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.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/7/2026 | Listed $650,000 |
| 9/3/2026 | 8$599,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2001 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Heating | Electric,Zoned |
| Cooling | Zoned |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Roof | Foam,Shingle |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Range,Refrigerator,Range Hood,Water Heater |
| HOA Fee | 150 |
| Pool Features | Gunite,In Ground,Private |
| Security Features | Closed Circuit Camera(s) |
| Construction Materials | Stucco |
| Exclusions | ART |
| Year Built | 1959 |
| View | City Lights,Canyon,Desert,Hills,Mountain(s),Panoramic,Valley,Trees/Woods |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Monthly |
| County | Riverside |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | Other |
| HOA | true |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | Pinyon Crest |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Special Listing Conditions | Standard |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | GPS Cross Street: HWY 74. |
| City | Mountain Center |
| Disclosures | Covenants/Restrictions Disclosure,HOA Disclosure |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| MLS Area | 326 - Pinyon Pines, Garner Valley |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 108900 |
| Carport Spaces | 2 |
| Carport Y/N | true |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Submit |
| Spa Features | Gunite,Private |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Property Condition | Additions/Alterations,Repairs Cosmetic,Updated/Remodeled |
| Lease Considered Y/N | false |
| Virtual Tour | https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=NTQxif6bH9V |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Virtual Tour | https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=NTQxif6bH9V |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| Expected Active Date | 2026-07-08 |
| PostalCity | MOUNTAIN CENTER |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Beamed Ceilings,Breakfast Bar,Separate/Formal Dining Room,Open Floorplan,Utility Room |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Tile |
| Fireplace Features | Great Room,Wood Burning |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Drapes,French/Mullioned,Skylight(s),Tinted Windows |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| LivingAreaSource | Other |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Fencing | None |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Detached Carport,Driveway,Unassigned |
| Water Source | Well |
| Total Parking | 4 |
| Inclusions | List provided and negotiated at time of offer. |
| Lot Size Area | 108900 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Spa | false |
| Lot Size Acres | 2.5 |
| Private Pool | true |
| Lot Size Source | Builder |
| Door Features | Sliding Doors |
| RV Parking Dimensions | 20x40 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 92561
Price
Year Built
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