1279 S Driftwood Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92264
Listing broker / agent: Compass · TTK Represents · CRMLS
MLS # 26102202PS · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 09:26 UTC
About this property
There is a particular quality to the best early modern homes in Palm Springs: a clarity of form, an honest use of materials, and a sense of restraint that needs little embellishment. We believe this home in Deepwell Estates captures that spirit, with early-1950s design elements and architectural character that feels distinctly of its time and perfectly in place for today. The original architecture remains as the heart of a previously executed renovation. Large-format, hand-selected terrazzo slabs extend across the living areas, creating a quiet counterpoint to the textured slumpstone fireplace. In the kitchen, bespoke cabinetry and integrated Miele appliances bring contemporary function to a setting that respects the home's mid-century roots. Throughout, the palette is restrained, allowing the materials, textures, and proportions to carry the design. The floor plan is particularly well considered and original. The bedrooms and den are separated from the main living areas, giving the home a natural division between gathering and retreat. It is practical and makes the house equally comfortable for everyday living and entertaining. Fleetwood glass sliders open to a backyard with panoramic mountain views. The updated pool and southwest exposure make the most of the desert light, while the relationship between the house and garden gives the outdoor space a natural connection to the interior. This home is a thoughtful renewal of an original mid-century home. One that brings modern comfort to the original architectural character that was worth preserving. In a city where the quality of the original design matters, Driftwood Drive offers something increasingly appealing: a home that moves forward without leaving its past behind.
Property details
- MLS number
- 26102202PS
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 4 Baths
- Living area
- 2,414 (area; units unconfirmed)
- Lot size
- 0.24 acres
- County
- Riverside
- Year built
- 1954
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 0
Building
- Year built
- 1954
- Architectural style
- Mid Century Modern
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Roof
- Foam
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 3
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 0
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Den
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Carpet
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside
- Furnishing
- Unfurnished
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Door Multi, Garage
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Private
- Spa
- Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Private
- Property outlook
- Mountains, Pool
Utilities & community
- Sewer
- Sewer Tap Paid
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cahuilla Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Palm Springs Unified · Palm Springs | K–5 | 0.3 mi |
| Desert Learning Academy (school website, opens in a new tab) Palm Springs Unified · Palm Springs | K–12 | 0.9 mi |
| Palm Springs High (school website, opens in a new tab) Palm Springs Unified · Palm Springs | 9–12 | 1.1 mi |
| Cielo Vista Charter (school website, opens in a new tab) Palm Springs Unified · Palm Springs | K–8 | 1.9 mi |
| Katherine Finchy Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Palm Springs Unified · Palm Springs | K–5 | 2.1 mi |
| Raymond Cree Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Palm Springs Unified · Palm Springs | 6–8 | 2.6 mi |
| Agua Caliente Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Palm Springs Unified · Cathedral City | K–5 | 2.8 mi |
| Vista del Monte Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Palm Springs Unified · Palm Springs | K–5 | 3.4 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $2,795,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $2,795,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2026 19:56 | $2,795,000 |
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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