Timothy State

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License# 02182736

688 E Mel Avenue, Palm Springs, CA 92262 (Sold on )

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 $2,399,000

  • 3 BedBeds
  • 3 BathBaths
  • 3,583 SqftSqft
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Active
  • MLS# 219146903DA

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Property Description

In 1935, a then-unknown architect, Albert Frey, dropped three boxes in the California desert as a study in simplicity and minimalism. Nearly a century later, The Guthrie House was reimagined with Frey's vision in mind. Set behind a gated entrance with an expansive driveway, this private Palm Springs oasis blends architectural distinction with modern comfort. In 2019, the home was fully renovated with entirely new systems. The extensive renovation included structural upgrades, plumbing, electrical, pool, stucco, drywall, roof, energy-efficient doors and windows, HVAC, and more. Additional enhancements include a detached pool house, outdoor bar and barbecue, four in-ground gas fire pits, and a custom indoor doggie shower. The result: 'a chic zen-like retreat wreathed by staggering mountain views,' says the Los Angeles Times. With a legacy spanning media publications, fashion campaigns, and architectural photo shoots, The Guthrie House is more than a residence, it is a rare chance to own a piece of desert​​‌​​​​‌​​‌‌​​‌​​​‌‌​​​​​‌​​​​​‌​​‌‌‌​​​ modernism.

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Property Details 688 E Mel Avenue, Palm Springs, CA 92262

General

  • MLS#: 219146903DA
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • List Date: 04/24/2026
  • Year Built: 1935
  • Area: 332 - Central Palm Springs
  • Subdivision: El Mirador
  • County: Riverside
  • Beds: 3
  • Full Bath: 2
  • Half Baths: 1
  • Total Baths: 3

Interior Features

  • Interior Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Flooring: Concrete
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Security Features: Closed Circuit Camera(s), Security Gate

Exterior Features

  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Pool Features: Electric Heat, In Ground, Private
  • Carport Spaces: 0.00
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Exterior Features: Barbecue

Structure

  • Stories: 1
  • Attached Garage: Yes

Size & Lot

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3900
  • Lot Size SqFt: 16,988
  • Lot Features: Drip Irrigation/Bubblers

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