400 W Camino Alturas, Palm Springs, CA 92264

$2,650,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 3,000 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 50,965 Status: Closed
Current Price: $2,650,000 List Date: 5/01/2020 Last Modified: 5/12/2026

Overview

Description

PUBLISHED IN PALM SPRINGS LIFE MAGAZINE APRIL 2019. Sited on a rugged promontory near the crown of The Mesa sits this iconic Palm Springs landmark now known as The Santorini House. First time on the market in 35 years after a 2 year re-imagination, re-design and nearly $1M renovation. Originally designed and built by architect William Nicholson in 1977. The property claims the land and offers sweeping views in all directions from several levels. The structure is a unique work of art. An abundance of natural elements were used in the renovation: Curved plaster walls, softly domed ceilings, half-moon openings on the fireplaces, century old beams from a barn in Pennsylvania, re-claimed wood from a 120 yr old farmhouse, tiles imported from Greece including Thassos marble and white Agean limestone. The property regularly books photo shoots and special events and has been used by Nordstroms, Boston Proper, Annie Selke, Pine Cone Hill, Dash & Albert and others. All designer furnishings a ...

Listing Details MLS# 219042365

General Property Information

Total Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
Yes
3/4 Baths
2
Approx SqFt
3000
Total Baths
3
SqFt Source
Appraiser
Fireplace
Yes
Total Fireplaces
2
Pool
Yes
Garage
No
Sprinklers
Yes
Building # of Stories
3
Lot Acres
1.17
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Lot Dimensions
Total square footage of 3 lots is 50,964
Zoning
R-1
Zoning Source
Assessor
Year Built
1977
Furnished
Furnished
Cross Streets
Mesa Drive

Property Features

Sale Type: Standard Listing Terms: Owner May Carry Possession: Close Of Escrow Lot Description: 2 - 4 Lots Lot Location: Hilltop View Type: Canyon; City Lights; Desert; Mountain(s); Panoramic; Valley Property Orientation Faces: Front Door Faces West Other Structures: Guest House Attached; Outside Shower Other Structural Features: Balcony; Custom Built; Premium Lot Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Irrigation: Drip System; Sprinkler System; Sprinkler Timer Disclosures: Owner Has Real Estate License Building Style: Other Levels: Three Or More Entry Location: Ground Level - No Steps Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Exhaust Fan; Gas Range; Ice Maker; Microwave Oven; Refrigerator; Stackable W/D Hookup; Water Line to Refrigerator Kitchen Features: Gourmet Kitchen; Island; Quartz Counters Eating Areas: Formal Dining Room; Kitchen Island Bedroom Features: 2 Primary Bedrooms; Main Floor Bedroom Bathroom Features: 2 Primary Baths; Double Vanity(s); Remodeled; Shower Stall Doors: French Doors Exterior Construction: Plaster Foundation: Slab Flooring: Stone Tile Cooling Type: Air Conditioning; Central Air Pool Location: Private Pool Construction: Gunite; In Ground Pool Description: Gunite; Heated; In Ground; Private; Salt Water Heating: Central; Forced Air Heating Fuel: Natural Gas Fireplace Location: Living Room; Primary Bedroom Fireplace Features: Gas & Wood; Gas Starter Rooms: Casita - Guest House; Dining Room; Great Room; Media; Wine Cellar Interior Features: High Ceilings (9 Ft+); Open Floorplan; Plaster Walls Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup; Individual Room Security Safety: Automatic Gate; Security System Owned Window Treatments: Custom Window Covering; Double Pane Windows; Skylight(s) Roofing: Concrete; Foam Patio Features: Concrete Slab Sewer: Cesspool Water Heater Feature: Tankless Parking: Driveway Land Lease Type: Fee Simple

Listing Location and Property Info

APN
513380053
Original List Price
2975000
Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Street #
400
Street Direction
W
Street Name
Camino Alturas
County
Riverside
State
CA
Zip Code
92264
Area
334 - Palm Springs South End
Neighborhood
The Mesa
Country
US

Listing Info

Short Term Rentals
Yes
Rental Restrictions
No
Will Consider Lease
No

Tax Info

Tax Mello Roos
No

Property Info

Golf Course Within Development
No
Senior Community
No
Gated Community
No
PUD Y/N
No

More Information

Status Change Info

Status Change Date
2020-07-13
Pending Date
2020-06-29
Closed Date
2020-07-13
Closed Price
2650000

Casita Features

Other
Separate casita with outside entrance.

Parking SpacesInformation

Total Parking Spaces
2

HOA Information

HOA
No
Listing Office: Valentino & Valentino R E
Listing Agent: Dan M Valentino
Last Updated: May - 12 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.