Canyon View Estates Renovation Opportunity – Palm Springs, CA

Recently listed is this Palmer & Krisel-designed condominium renovation opportunity in south Palm Springs’ Canyon View Estates community. Built in 1963, this midcentury modern three bedroom, two bathroom condominium encompasses 1,664 square feet, includes a one-car garage and sits on a 3,000 square foot lot and carries an asking price of $375,000 with monthly homeowner’s association dues of $320.

Front of home

The front of this south-facing home features an impeccably manicured front yard, with lush, green turf and an oasis of cacti, ground covers, palms and agaves. Natural stone accents, diamond shadow block and square screen blocks make up the facade of the home, with the front door sitting behind a recessed wrought iron enclosure resembling prison bars.

Living room and patio

Living room and mirrors

There aren’t many photos of the interior provided, just of the living areas and outdoor patio, but from what’s shown the unit appears to be in need of cosmetic updating. The entry opens up into the rear-facing living and dining great room, which overlooks the private north-facing patio. The great room features the signature eight-pointed vaulted ceiling that makes many of the Canyon View units unique. Clerestories allow for glimpses of mountain views and allow for natural light to fill the living areas.

Kitchen 

The kitchen sits at the front of the unit, and provides a large pass-through to the great room. A service door is provided accessing the garage, and the room appears to have last been updated in the late 1970s. While modern at the time, the cabinetry now shows dark, and when coupled with the wall paper and flooring the whole room appear dark. The kitchen could be really interesting with some color and complimentary seventies décor, but most likely will be removed by a future buyer.

While there are no photos provided, the master bedroom sits at the rear of the unit and accesses the north-facing patio, while the secondary bedrooms sit towards the front of the home. All three bedrooms are located on the west side of the home, and the middle bedroom features a sunwell for the window.

Back of unit

Northwest patio views

Northeast patio views

The north facing patio features some decorative screen block accents, and is a blank slate awaiting personalization. The community pool sits just to the northeast of the patio, and the adjacent greenbelt offers a park-like feel to the yard.

If anyone out there has an immaculate collection of vintage seventies collectibles and furniture, they’d look right at home in this unit. Otherwise, most will probably opt for a clean-lined modernist restoration, which would look right at home as well. Either way, this is a great buy in a fantastic south Palm Springs neighborhood.

Check out the full listing on Redfin.com here: 452 East Avenida Granada

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1963 Canyon View Estates Palmer & Krisel Condominium For Sale – Palm Springs, CA

Located in beautiful south Palms Springs, CA is this 1963 Palmer & Krisel-designed midcentury condominium in Canyon View Estates. With two bedrooms and two bathrooms in 1,146 square feet, a one-car carport, the asking price of this home is $319,000 with monthly HOA dues of $365.

Front of home 

This west-facing condominium features some great midcentury decorative cross screen block accents on the front of the home, along with a widely spaced running bond pattern of blocks creating brilliant shadow reliefs along the façade of the home. The western mountain views are cut off by a neighboring three-story condominium building, but the quiet location and proximity to the mountains still make this a dreamy location.

Living room 

Living and dining rooms

Living room south-facing clerestories

The entry of the home sits recessed from the façade amid desert plantings, with a white escutcheoned front door leading into the home. The living room features a tall vaulted ceiling, with south-facing clerestories flooding the room with natural light. A large sliding glass door and fixed pane window overlooks the east-facing patio and common greenbelt area.

Kitchen 

Kitchen 

The kitchen sits at the front of the unit, adjacent to the entry. The raised-panel cabinetry appears to have been updated at some point within the last 20 years, and the original white double oven has been retained amid other, newer appliances. The kitchen provides a secondary access to the front service porch allowing for alternative and convenient entry into the home.

Master bedroom 

Master bedroom 

Master bathroom 

Second bedroom 

Second bedroom 

Guest bath

The master bedroom sits at the rear of the unit, overlooking the greenbelt and accessing the rear patio through a sliding glass door. The second bedroom sits at the front of the home, overlooking the one-car carport. Both bedrooms provide ample closet space, allowing for flexible storage solutions. Both bathrooms have been updated over time, and while slightly dated at this point, are clean and functional.

Back of home

Rear patio 

The east-facing patio overlooks the common greenbelt, while the common area pool is located just to the north of the patio. The greenbelt contains a mix of lush turf and desert plantings, giving the area a serene, resort-like feel.

For those looking to put their mark on a great piece of midcentury architecture, be sure to check this unit out.

Check out the full listing on Redfin.com here: 2388 South Sky View Drive

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Canyon View Estates Palmer & Krisel-Designed Condominium For Sale – Palm Springs, CA

Located in Canyon View Estates in south Palm Springs, CA is this 1963 Palmer & Krisel-designed midcentury modern condominium which has been on the market for approximately one month. With three bedrooms and two bathroom in 1,684 square feet, the asking price on this home is $420,000 with monthly HOA dues of $320.

Back of unit

This particular unit faces north and features its original single-car carport in its original configuration, highlighted by natural stone accents. A crisp white exterior with decorative block is set against a plane of lush, green turf while desert plantings accent the entryway.

Kitchen and entry

Living room 

Living room 

Dining room 

The small entry hall sits adjacent to the kitchen and opens up into the living and dining rooms which overlook the south-facing patio and community greenbelt. The eight-pointed vaulted ceiling offers south, east and north-facing clerestories allowing lots of natural light to enter the living space. Floor-to-ceiling windows line the south wall of the room, while a large pass-through on northern wall opens up to the kitchen.

Kitchen

Kitchen

The kitchen maintains its original cabinetry, laminate counters and brightly painted aqua walls. High north-facing clerestory windows creatively lined with artificial turf accents add unique character and detail to the room, and an access doorway is provided to the front service porch.

Master bedroom

Master bathroom 

Secondary bedroom at front of home

Secondary bedroom at center of home

Guest bathroom 

The master bedroom sits at the rear of the home and overlooks the private patio area through a large floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door. Mirrored closet doors and porcelain floors create a sleek, polished look to the room. The two secondary bedrooms are in their original configurations, with one bedroom located at the front of the home and the other located at the middle of the home with a small light well allowing natural light into the room. Both bathrooms have been updated with clean, contemporary materials, low-profiled vanities and sleek shower enclosures.

Rear patio

Rear patio 

The rear patio overlooks the private community greenbelt, with a low wall enclosing the area and artificial turf covering the ground plane. Minimalist plantings and mountain views allow create a tranquil outdoor area perfect for entertaining or relaxation.

The Canyon View Estates condominium complex offers beautiful architecture set amid tranquil, quiet grounds with impressive mountain views. The attention to detail and fantastic location make this unit a must see.

Check out the full listing on Redfin.com here: 435 East San Jose Road

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Canyon View Estates Palmer & Krisel Condo For Sale – Palm Springs, CA

The last week of the year is traditionally slow and there’s not that many new Krisel-designed homes to share. Sitting on the market for nearly six months is this 1963 Palmer & Krisel-designed home in Palm Springs’ Canyon View Estates. With three bedrooms and two bathrooms in 1,684 square feet the asking price on this home is $411,900 with monthly HOA dues of $320.

Front yard courtyard

Situated on a corner, the front of the home is landscaped with mature vegetation which hides the home from the street. The original one-car carport has been converted to livable space, eliminating covered parking from the property.

Entry

Kitchen

Original wall oven

Kitchen

Inside, the home is a mix of styles and finishes, which will bring most buyers to consider redecorating. The original kitchen sits just off the entry at the front of the home, which currently shows dark. The original cabinetry is still in place, which has been painted a vintage turquoise color and appears to be well maintained. Newer tile counters have been added, and the original white enamel General Electric wall oven is still in place.

Living, entry and kitchen

Dining and living

Living

The kitchen features a small pass-through to the living room, which in turn features a large wet-facing wall of glass overlooking the backyard patio and common area green belt. The living room features the hallmark Canyon View eight-pointed vaulted ceiling in the living room with clerestories offering glimpses of the surrounding mountains and palms. Traditional lighting, ceiling fan and flooring weigh the room down a bit and take away from the modernist details of the space.

Guest bath

Secondary bedroom

Hall & secondary bedroom

Secondary bedroom

Master bedroom

Master bedroom

Master bathroom

The bathrooms have all been updated with a mix of traditional materials that aren’t necessarily in keeping with the modern architectural style of the home, but are clean and functional for now. The hall bath features a small skylight for added natural light. The two guest bedrooms sit at the front of the home, while the master bedroom overlooks the rear patio. The flooring on the bedrooms switches to a mix of Saltillo and carpeting, adding to the eclectic look of the home.

Rear patio

Rear patio - lots of hooks in  that ceiling

Rear patio

Rear patio

The rear patio is fully tiled, and features mature vegetation which helps to block the western sun.  Beige tile with color accents adds a southwestern look to the patio, and if you like hanging plants, there’s about a million hooks in the ceiling waiting for our collection.

This property has been sitting for a while, mainly due to the amount of work and high price. But or those with a little vision who want to put their own stamp on a project, this is an excellent opportunity.

Check out the full listing on Redfin.com here: 2303 South Calle Palo Fierro

Or Zillow.com here: 2303 South Calle Palo Fierro