1859 Sandcliff Road

Sandcliff. Palm Springs. Private. Historic designation. It does not get more iconic than this. Set on 5 acres, in south Palm Springs, the 40-units of Sandcliff were among the first to be zoned for medium density development in Palm Springs. It is in South Palm Springs and on fee (you own) land. Developed by the Berkeley Square Company and designed by Sherwin L. Barton, Sandcliff is a superb example of ''Desert Modern'' architecture and the ''lifestyle'' condominium complexes that became so popular throughout Palm Springs in the 1960s. This unit was originally a 3 BR (the third bedroom has been turned into a den with closet) with 2 BA, and totals 1769 sq ft inside. There are three generous patios with mountain views with adds to the luxury indoor outdoor living. Much of the original cabinetry remains in place in the kitchen and baths. This condo is in a very private location within the development. The living room is generous in size and is light filled and has views to the front courtyard entry patio. There is a second patio is off the dining area with southern mountain views. The den and two other bedrooms all have sliders to a third, large main patio. This main patio has western mountain views and is made for dining and lounging. This particular home is removed enough from the common areas to provide privacy. The 2 pools community pools are nearby. The carport for the home is immediately adjacent with storage. The home also has an in-unit laundry. Sandcliff has remained remarkably intact since the completion of its construction in 1964. As a result, on February 3rd, 2016, the development received the historical designation of Historic District #5 by the City of Palm Springs and can now benefit from the Mills Act. The current owner has completed and applied to get the property Mills Act status. At the of this listing, the application is still in review.This home is what Palm Springs Modern should be.