Water Views
Address
457 W Hermosa Place, Palm Springs, CA
Price
$ 12,675,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#219152906
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyRiverside
- CityPalm Springs
- AreaPalm Springs Central
- NeighborhoodOld Las Palmas
- Zip92262
- StyleMediterranean, Spanish Colonial
- Year Built1928
- Price$ 12,675,000
- Bedrooms8
- Full Bathrooms9
- Half Bathrooms5
- Sqr Footage15000
Data Source:
California Desert Association of REALTORS® (CDAR)
Property Description
TOO MUCH IS NEVER ENOUGH: History Makes A Debut- Presenting Villa Paradiso, a legendary gated compound set on nearly four flat acres, the largest residential lot in historic Old Las Palmas. The storied estate includes a significant pool house built for Cary Grant, who would later give Villa Paradiso its enduring name. Across the grounds, sprawling green lawns, approximately 200 mature palm trees, four separate residences, and unobstructed mountain views create a scale and sense of privacy almost impossible to replicate in such a prime Palm Springs location. Originally built in 1928 by developer and builder Alva H. Hicks, a member of Palm Springs' first City Council and an instrumental figure in the city's incorporation, Villa Paradiso is currently identified as a Class 3 Site. Its romantic Palm Beach-inspired main residence retains the architectural character of its era, while the estate's remarkable lineage of notable former owners and decades of stories tied to Hollywood and Palm Springs society have added to its mystique for nearly a century. Behind handcrafted stone walls, verdant pathways connect the residences through art-filled vistas, sculptural elements, and a classical fountain. The approximately 7,500-square-foot main residence features an expansive veranda connecting its two wings, highlighted by an Italian rotunda with hand-painted ceilings. A large formal motor court and climate-controlled four-car garage complement the estate's impressive scale.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/18/2026 | Listed $12,675,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 15000 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | In, Connected and Paid |
| Heating | Central,Fireplace(s),Zoned |
| Cooling | Air Conditioning,Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air |
| Roof | Tile |
| Garage Spaces | 4 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered |
| Architectural Style | Mediterranean,Spanish Colonial |
| Pool Features | In Ground,Private |
| Security Features | Automatic Gate |
| Year Built | 1928 |
| View | Desert,Mountain(s),Panoramic,Pool |
| Levels | One,Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| County | Riverside |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | Old Las Palmas |
| Other Structures | Guest House/Casita,Pool House |
| Status | Active |
| City | Palm Springs |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| MLS Area | 332 - Palm Springs Central |
| Listing Terms | 1031 Exchange,Cash,Cash to New Loan |
| Spa Features | Private,In Ground |
| Virtual Tour | https://u.listvt.com/mls/265785536 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Bar |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Hardwood,Marble,Mixed |
| Furnished Y/N | Unfurnished |
| Total Fireplaces | 4 |
| Fireplace Features | Decorative,Living Room |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Laundry Features | Individual Room |
| Total Baths | 14 |
Exterior Features
| Fencing | Masonry,Privacy |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Driveway,Garage Door Opener,Total Covered Spaces,Total Uncovered/Assigned Spaces |
| Lot Features | Premium Lot,Landscaped,Corner Lot |
| Total Parking | 12 |
| Lot Size Area | 172498 |
| Spa | true |
| Building Area Total | 15000 |
| Lot Size Source | Other |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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Price
Year Built
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Views
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- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 2,344 SqFt
- Rooms
- 3 Beds + 3 Baths
Views
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- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 8,012 SqFt
- Rooms
- 5 Beds + 6.5 Baths
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Palm Springs
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Palm Springs, CA 92262
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 15,975 SqFt
- Rooms
- 12 Beds + 15.5 Baths
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