$599,000
 $3,216 est/mo Sourced by Back At You

61579 Sun Terrace,Mountain Center, CA 92561

Mountain Center, CA 92561

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Description

Perched high above the Coachella Valley in the historic mountain community of Pinyon Crest, this authentic 1959 mid-century residence offers a rare opportunity to own one of the area's earliest architectural homes. Built years before Frank Sinatra chose these mountains for his famed Villa Maggio retreat, the home represents the beginning of Pinyon Crest's legacy as a secluded escape for those seeking privacy, cooler temperatures, and extraordinary natural beauty.Set on approximately 2.5 private acres, the property captures sweeping, nearly 360-degree views spanning the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains, the Coachella Valley, and the surrounding high desert landscape. Just twenty minutes from El Paseo in Palm Desert, it feels remarkably removed from the pace of everyday life.Designed around the principles that define timeless mid-century architecture, the home embraces its surroundings through expansive walls of glass, oversized sliding doors, and thoughtfully positioned living spaces that invite the outdoors in. Exposed wood beam ceilings, warm natural materials, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling masonry fireplace create an atmosphere that is both striking and welcoming.Thoughtfully updated while respecting its architectural character, the interiors remain intentionally understated, allowing the home's greatest feature--the ever-changing landscape beyond every window-- to take center stage. Spacious bedrooms, open living areas, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow make the home equally suited as a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or seasonal escape.Outside, the private pool and spa overlook one of Southern California's most captivating mountain settings, where brilliant sunsets give way to star-filled skies and the silence is interrupted only by the sounds of nature.Rich in history, grounded in architecture, and surrounded by remarkable beauty, 61579 Sun Terrace is more than a home-- it's a place to slow down, reconnect, and experience a side of the desert that few ever discover.

Details

MLS #219149996PS
Listing TypeFor Sale
StyleHouse
HOA Dues$150
Sub-TypeResale
StatusPending
Year1959
Days On Site128
Listing Provided BySotheby's International Realty | Ryan Cummings

Features

Bed(s)3
Bath(s) 2 Total
SQ Feet2,001
Car PortYes
PoolYes
Story(s)1
Acreage2.50
Property ViewYes

Interior

CoolingZoned
HeatingElectric, Zoned
Heating Yes / NoYes
Cooling Yes / NoYes
Interior FeaturesBeamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Separate Formal Dining Room, Open Floorplan, Utility Room
Window FeaturesDrapes, French Mullioned, Skylights, Tinted Windows
AppliancesDishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater
Fireplace Yes / NoYes

Exterior

RoofFoam, Shingle
Security FeaturesClosed Circuit Cameras
Construction MaterialsStucco
Foundation DetailsSlab
FencingNone

Parking

Attached Garage Yes / NoNo
Parking FeaturesDetached Carport, Driveway, Unassigned
Garage Yes / NoNo

Utilities

SewerSeptic Tank

Area Information

StateCA
CountyRiverside
CityMountain Center
Zip Code92561
Area326 Pinyon Pines | Garner Valley
Community NamePinyon Crest
Listing VS Median (in Pinyon Crest)
Price:
$599,000
low | high
Med:
$690,000
34.808013355593% of Average
sqft:
2,001
low | high
Med:
1,680
66.041979010495% of Average
$ / sqft:
$299
low | high
Med:
$411
12.798115907465% of Average
On site:
128
low | high
Med:
30
100% of Average
Sourced by Back At You

Market Activity 92561

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StateCA
CountyRiverside
CityMountain Center
Zip Code92561
Area326 Pinyon Pines | Garner Valley
Community NamePinyon Crest
Listing VS Median (in Pinyon Crest)
Price:
$599,000
low | high
Med:
$690,000
34.808013355593% of Average
sqft:
2,001
low | high
Med:
1,680
66.041979010495% of Average
$ / sqft:
$299
low | high
Med:
$411
12.798115907465% of Average
On site:
128
low | high
Med:
30
100% of Average
Sourced by Back At You
Listing Updated: October 19, 2026 at 6:16:12 AM PDT