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70149 Sonora RD
Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270
$35,000
4 Beds
5 Baths
4,693 SqFt
0.68 Acres
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MLS #219110931DA image #0
Architectural Masterpiece in Thunderbird Heights. Set high above the desert floor, behind the gates of coveted Thunderbird Heights, this rare modern estate is a study in vision, privacy, and timeless design. Conceived by architects Ira Johnson, AIA, and George Ritter, AIA–proteges of modernist icon William Cody–the residence is a masterful 1970s reinterpretation of Cody’s desert modernism, executed with precision and restraint. Spanning approximately 4,700 square feet, the home is defined by steel-beam trusses, expansive walls of glass, and luminous white mud brick–an architectural language that feels both grounded and ethereal. Thoughtfully composed sight lines frame sweeping 360-degree panoramas, from the Santa Rosa Mountains to the desert valley and city lights beyond. Each bedroom suite enjoys its own immersive view, creating a deeply private, resort-like experience. At the heart of the home, an expansive open living space unfolds beneath soaring ceilings, where floor-to-ceiling glass dissolves the boundary between indoors and out. Light, landscape, and architecture converge in a serene, almost meditative flow–equal parts gallery and sanctuary. Set on over half an acre, the grounds are lush, mature, and impeccably curated, offering a quiet counterpoint to the dramatic elevation and views. This is not simply a residence–it is a private compound, designed for those who understand architecture as art. A rare opportunity to acquire a singular work of desert modernism–elevated, authentic, and quietly iconic.

Property Details

Price:
$35,000
MLS #:
219110931DA
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Thunderbird Heights
Neighborhood:
321ranchomirage
Listed Date:
Nov 5, 2024
Finished Sq Ft:
4,693
Lot Size:
29,621 sqft / 0.68 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1973
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Schools

Interior

Appliances
DW, FZ, WP, GO, GS, HOD
Bathrooms
4 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
CA
Flooring
TILE
Heating
GAS, CF, FIR
Interior Features
BI, BAR, DBAR, BLKW, BRKW
Levels
A

Exterior

Architectural Style
MOD
Attached Garage YN
1
Construction Materials
BLK
Fencing
BW, ST
Garage Spaces
3
Other Structures
GH, GHA
Parking Spots
10
Parking Total
10
Patio And Porch Features
BRK, CON, CO
Security Features
_24HR, FSDS, FS, GC
Spa Features
IG, PVT
View
CI, MT, PA, PL

Financial

HOA Fee
$672
HOA Fee Frequency
MO

Map

Community

Subdivisions in Rancho Mirage

Market Summary

Current real estate data for Single Family in Rancho Mirage as of Mar 29, 2026
490
Single Family Listed
130
Avg DOM
360
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,329,889
Avg List Price

Property Summary

    Located in the Thunderbird Heights subdivision, 70149 Sonora RD Rancho Mirage CA is a Single Family for sale in Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270. It is listed for $35,000 and features 4 beds, 5 baths, and has approximately 4,693 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1973. The current price per square foot is $7. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Rancho Mirage is $360. The average listing price for Single Family in Rancho Mirage is $1,329,889.

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70149 Sonora RD
Rancho Mirage, CA
70149 Sonora RD
Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270
$5,950,000
4 Beds
5 Baths
4,693 SqFt
0.68 Acres
Add
MLS #219140950DA image #0
Architectural Masterpiece in Thunderbird Heights. Set high above the desert floor, behind the gates of coveted Thunderbird Heights, this rare modern estate is a study in vision, privacy, and timeless design. Conceived by architects Ira Johnson, AIA, and George Ritter, AIA–proteges of modernist icon William Cody–the residence is a masterful 1970s reinterpretation of Cody’s desert modernism, executed with precision and restraint. Spanning approximately 4,700 square feet, the home is defined by steel-beam trusses, expansive walls of glass, and luminous white mud brick–an architectural language that feels both grounded and ethereal. Thoughtfully composed sight lines frame sweeping 360-degree panoramas, from the Santa Rosa Mountains to the desert valley and city lights beyond. Each bedroom suite enjoys its own immersive view, creating a deeply private, resort-like experience. At the heart of the home, an expansive open living space unfolds beneath soaring ceilings, where floor-to-ceiling glass dissolves the boundary between indoors and out. Light, landscape, and architecture converge in a serene, almost meditative flow–equal parts gallery and sanctuary. Set on over half an acre, the grounds are lush, mature, and impeccably curated, offering a quiet counterpoint to the dramatic elevation and views. This is not simply a residence–it is a private compound, designed for those who understand architecture as art. A rare opportunity to acquire a singular work of desert modernism–elevated, authentic, and quietly iconic.

Property Details

Price:
$5,950,000
MLS #:
219140950DA
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Thunderbird Heights
Neighborhood:
321ranchomirage
Listed Date:
Jan 7, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
4,693
Lot Size:
29,621 sqft / 0.68 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1973
ModernPoolCommunity Gated321 – Rancho Mirage321ranchomirageThunderbird HeightsPool

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Schools

Interior

Appliances
DW, FZ, WP, GO, GS, HOD
Bathrooms
4 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
CA
Flooring
TILE
Heating
GAS, CF, FIR
Interior Features
BI, BAR, DBAR, BLKW, BRKW
Levels
A

Exterior

Architectural Style
MOD
Attached Garage YN
1
Construction Materials
BLK
Fencing
BW, ST
Garage Spaces
3
Other Structures
GH, GHA
Parking Spots
10
Parking Total
10
Patio And Porch Features
BRK, CON, CO
Security Features
_24HR, FSDS, FS, GC
Spa Features
IG, PVT
View
CI, MT, PA, PL

Financial

HOA Fee
$672
HOA Fee Frequency
MO

Map

Community

Subdivisions in Rancho Mirage

Market Summary

Current real estate data for Single Family in Rancho Mirage as of Mar 29, 2026
490
Single Family Listed
130
Avg DOM
360
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,329,889
Avg List Price

Property Summary

    Located in the Thunderbird Heights subdivision, 70149 Sonora RD Rancho Mirage CA is a Single Family for sale in Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270. It is listed for $5,950,000 and features 4 beds, 5 baths, and has approximately 4,693 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1973. The current price per square foot is $1,268. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Rancho Mirage is $360. The average listing price for Single Family in Rancho Mirage is $1,329,889.

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