971 E Alexander Way

Property Overview
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!
Home Details
- Property type
- Residential - SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1959
- Living area
- 1,225 sq ft
- Lot size
- 10,454 sq ft
- Parking
- 2 spaces
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Stories
- 1.0
- Days on market
- 38
- MLS status
- Active
- Architectural style
- MidCenturyModern
- Zoning
- R1C
Features & Amenities
Interior
- Beamed Ceilings
- Breakfast Bar
- Ceiling Fans
- Separate Formal Dining Room
- High Ceilings
- Storage
- Utility Room
Appliances
- Convection Oven
- Dishwasher
- Gas Cooktop
- Disposal
- Gas Oven
- Refrigerator
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- Concrete
- Door Multi
- Garage
Pool
- In Ground
- Private
Lot
- Back Yard
Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Smoke Detectors
Community, Schools & Utilities
Community
- Subdivision
- Racquet Club East
- Private pool
- Yes
- View
- Yes
Utilities
- Heating
- Central,NaturalGas
- Cooling
- CentralAir
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- SewerTapPaid
Location & Neighborhood
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