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Palm Desert, CA 92260 73271 Buckboard Trail

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Presented By: Carmine Sabatella with The Agency;
  • MLS# P124373
  • 10/02/2025
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  • Beds • 2
  • Baths • 2
  • SQFT • 1,497
  • Garage • 2

Home Details

A true collector's item in the world of desert modernism, 73271 Buckboard Trail--known as the Paulette Herbert Johnson House--is a 1958 mid-century masterpiece by celebrated architect Walter S. White. Rarely does a home of this significance come to market--an exquisitely maintained and restored example of Palm Desert's architectural history, blending timeless design with resort-style living.Step through a pebble-stone entry into an open, light-filled floor plan where floor-to-ceiling glass walls, terrazzo floors, original wood paneling, and signature masonry walls create a seamless indoor/outdoor flow surrounding the living and dining areas. The custom wood panel kitchen cabinetry pays homage to its mid-century roots, while two beautifully appointed bedrooms feature cork-lined closets and bathrooms with authentic period tile and lighting. Natural light pours through every corner, framing breathtaking views of the surrounding gardens, mountains and desert skyline.The grounds are a modernist playground: a Parker-style pebble bottom pool and spa, outdoor kitchen with barbecue and pizza oven, bocce court, putting green, lounge gazebo, firepits galore, and room for an ADU--all set against panoramic desert vistas. A spacious two-car garage plus additional parking for up to six vehicles completes the estate.Located in the historic Silver Spur Ranch enclave, this home is just minutes from El Paseo's dining and shopping, the Living Desert Zoo, and Palm Desert's country clubs. More than a residence, it is an architectural icon--the Paulette Herbert Johnson House by Walter S. White--restored to its full glory and offered as a rare opportunity to own a celebrated piece of California modernism.
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Interior Features for 73271 Buckboard Trail

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms2

Bathrooms

1/4 Baths0
3/4 Baths0
Half Baths
Total Baths2

Other Interior Features

LivingAreaSourceAppraiser
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
Common WallsNo Common Walls
Fireplace FeaturesNone
Fireplace Y/NNo
FlooringStone, Tile
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesBuilt-in Features, Block Walls, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Wired for Data, Wood Product Walls, Wired for Sound
Laundry FeaturesInside, Laundry Room

General for 73271 Buckboard Trail

AppliancesBarbecue, Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Free-Standing Range, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Water To Refrigerator, Warming Drawer
Architectural StyleMid-Century Modern, See Remarks, Patio Home
Assoc Fee Paid PerAnnually
Association AmenitiesMaintenance Grounds, Other
Association NameSilver Spur Ranch Association Inc
Attached Garage Yes
CityPalm Desert
Community FeaturesBiking, Curbs, Dog Park, Golf, Gutter(s), Hiking, Horse Trails, Storm Drain(s), Suburban, Park
CoolingCentral Air
CountyRiverside
DirectionsHighway 111 to Portola and go south to Buckboard trail and go west
Energy EfficientAppliances
ExclusionsPendant in living room, pendant in primary bedroom, outdoor white ceramic fire pit, front yard fire pit.
Facing DirectionNorth
Full Baths2
Garage Spaces2
Garage Y/NYes
HOAYes
HOA Fee$218
HeatingCentral
Land Lease Y/NNo
Lease Considered Y/NNo
LevelsOne
Listing TermsCash, Cash to Existing Loan, Cash to New Loan, Conventional
Living Area1497
Living Area UnitsSquare Feet
Lot Size Square Feet15682
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS Area323 - South Palm Desert
Occupancy TypeOwner
Other StructuresStorage
Patio/Porch FeaturesConcrete, Covered, Front Porch, Lanai, Open, Patio, Porch, Stone, Wrap Around
Pool FeaturesFiltered, Heated, In Ground, Pebble, Salt Water
PossessionSee Remarks
PostalCityPALM DESERT
Property Attached Y/NNo
Property ConditionUpdated/Remodeled, Turnkey
Property Sub Type AdditionalSingle Family Residence
Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Property TypeResidential
RoofFoam
Security FeaturesPrewired, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerSewer Tap Paid
Spa FeaturesHeated, In Ground, Private
Special Listing ConditionsStandard
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Stories Count1
Structure TypeHouse
Subdivision NameSilver Spur Ranch
Tax Lot18
ViewDesert, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
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Year Built1958
Year Built SourceAssessor

Exterior for 73271 Buckboard Trail

Door FeaturesSliding Doors
Exterior AmenitiesBarbecue, Lighting
FencingMasonry, Stone
Foundation DetailsSlab
Horse Amenities Riding Trail
Lot FeaturesBack Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Desert Back, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Near Park, Paved, Rocks, Secluded, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System, Walkstreet, Yard
Lot Size Acres0.36
Lot Size Area15682
Lot Size SourceAssessor
Parking FeaturesConcrete, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Off Site, On Site, Off Street, Paved, RV Potential, On Street, Storage
Private PoolYes
Road Surface TypePaved
SpaYes
Total Parking8
Water SourcePublic

Additional Details

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Schools

High School Hubert H Humphrey Middle School
Middle School N/A
Elementary School Big Hollow Elementary School

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Price $1,835,000
MLS#P124373
List Date 10/02/2025
Property Type Single Family
Phone 888.795.6274
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