Iconic Palm Springs Butterfly Home in Racquet Club East! Step into the golden age of desert modernism with this stunning 3-bed, 2-bath Mid-Century Modern gem designed by Palmer & Krisel and built by the Alexander Construction Co. Located on a spacious corner lot in Racquet Club East, this quintessential Butterfly-roof home blends classic architecture with thoughtful, modern updates. Inside: Updated kitchen, painted tongue-and-groove ceilings, rejuvenated micro-concrete floors, and new front dual-pane windows and clerestory preserve vintage charm while enhancing comfort. The open floor plan is bathed in natural light, with upgraded can lighting and mirrored closet doors. Bathrooms have been tastefully updated: guest bath fully remodeled; primary bath with new flooring, vanity, and toilet. The home also includes a laundry/storage room off the primary suite. Enjoy spectacular unobstructed mountain views from your private backyard oasis, featuring a reconstructed pebble surface pool and large spa with updated pool equipment, gas fire pit, expansive hardscape, metal tilting louvered pergola and new metal fencing. A 2023 foam roof, new concrete driveway and garage door add to the turnkey appeal. STR-ready with Junior (6) and Home-Share licenses available (City verification required), this is an ideal primary home, vacation retreat, or income-producing property. Furnishings available. Don’t miss this rare chance to own a piece of Palm Springs history. Contact me today for your private showing!
Property Details
Price:
$1,200,000
MLS #:
25535305PS
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Address:
971 E Alexander Way
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Racquet Club East
Neighborhood:
331northendpalmsprings
City:
Palm Springs
Listed Date:
May 7, 2025
State:
CA
Finished Sq Ft:
1,225
ZIP:
92262
Lot Size:
10,454 sqft / 0.24 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1959
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Thank you for visiting my website. I am Leanne Lager. I have been lucky enough to call north county my home for over 22 years now. Living in Carlsbad has allowed me to live the lifestyle of my dreams. I graduated CSUSM with a degree in Communications which has allowed me to utilize my passion for both working with people and real estate. I am motivated by connecting my clients with the lifestyle of their dreams. I joined Turner Real Estate based in beautiful downtown Carlsbad Village and found …
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Convection Oven, Gas Oven
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace Features
Gas Starter, Living Room
Heating
Central, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings, Storage
Window Features
Double Pane Windows
Exterior
Garage Spaces
2.00
Lot Features
Back Yard
Parking Features
Garage – Two Door, Concrete
Parking Spots
2.00
Pool Features
In Ground, Private
Roof
Foam
Security Features
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer
Sewer Paid
Spa Features
In Ground, Private
Stories Total
1
View
Mountain(s), Pool
Water Source
Public
Financial
Map
Community
- Address971 E Alexander Way Palm Springs CA
- Area331 – North End Palm Springs
- SubdivisionRacquet Club East
- CityPalm Springs
- CountyRiverside
- Zip Code92262
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971 E Alexander Way
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