Your own private Palm Springs compound is waiting here for you! Built in 1955 by developer Jack Meiselman, this home sparkles at every turn. Fully gated and walled at the perimeter, the views of the San Jacinto Mountains are everywhere you look. Inside, you'll find two bright guest bedrooms and bath and a primary bedroom with en suite bath and access to the sun-filled backyard with heated pool and spa. The custom kitchen looks out into an open concept living/dining area with a fireplace for chilly desert evenings. In the backyard you'll also enjoy the pergola and the covered dining patio. Located in lovely Sunrise Park, which is convenient to downtown Palm Springs shopping, dining, and access to hiking and all that the desert offers. On fee land (that you own). Buyer to verify square footage and permits.
- CA
- Palm Springs
- 92262
- 242 Cerritos Drive
- MLS# 22199623
- Date Listed09/14/2022
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.23 acres (10,019 sq. ft)
- Subdivision Sunrise Park
- County Riverside
- Year Built 1955
- Square Feet 1,301 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $960.8
Interior Features
- Appliances Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Central
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof -
- Lot Size Acres 0.23
- Lot Size SQFT 10,019.00
- Lot Features -
Directions
Heading W on Alejo, make a RT on Cerritos, and LT onto the circle. Home is on the left.
Financial Considerations
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Katherine Finchy Elementary School
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
1.99 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 10 • Serves this home
0.56 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
0.56 mi
Distance
Katherine Finchy Elementary School
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
1.99 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
2.02 mi
Distance
Agua Caliente Elementary School
Public • PK - 5
2.88 mi
Distance
Vista Del Monte Elementary School
Public • PK - 5
3.73 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
4.42 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
6.18 mi
Distance
Cathedral City Elementary School
Public • PK - 5
7.1 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 10 • Serves this home
0.56 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
1.99 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
6.18 mi
Distance
Nellie N. Coffman Middle School
Public • 6 - 8
6.66 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
0.56 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
6.66 mi
Distance
Desert Chapel Christian School
Private • KG - 12
1.6 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
7.83 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2022 | Sold | $1,200,000.00 4.00% |
| 10/12/2022 | Pending | $1,250,000.00 |
| 09/20/2022 | Contingent | $1,250,000.00 |
| 09/14/2022 | Active | $1,250,000.00 |
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1894 E Mcmanus Drive | Listing | 3 | 2 | Dec 10, 2025 | $1,249,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $1,111,500 |
| 208 N Michelle Road | Listing | 4 | 4 | Dec 10, 2025 | $1,695,000 | Dec 18, 2025 | - |
| 1889 E Desert Palms Drive | 3 | 2 | Dec 10, 2025 | $995,000 | Dec 18, 2025 | - |
| 1890 E Amado Road | 3 | 2 | Dec 10, 2025 | $995,000 | Dec 18, 2025 | - |
| 1895 E Mcmanus Drive | Listing | 3 | 2 | Dec 10, 2025 | $1,375,000 | May 21, 2024 | $1,164,750 |
| 1833 E Mcmanus Drive | Listing | 4 | 4 | Dec 10, 2025 | $1,999,999 | Jan 24, 2024 | $1,348,750 |
| 506 N Sunset Way | Listing | 3 | 2 | Dec 10, 2025 | $750,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $1,112,250 |
| 365 N Saturmino Drive 18 | Listing | 1 | 1 | Dec 10, 2025 | $199,900 | Feb 23, 2024 | $278,250 |
| 2275 E Belding Drive | Listing | 3 | 3 | Dec 10, 2025 | $999,000 | Jun 25, 2024 | $1,233,750 |
| 244 N Monterey Road | Listing | 3 | 2 | Dec 10, 2025 | $999,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $1,295,000 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 28,368 | 46,976 | 2,509,689 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 807 | 499 | 348 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.1 | 1.9 | 3.2 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 50.7 | 55.5 | 36.3 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $57,719 | $58,424 | $70,543 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $44,089 | $47,898 | $29,227 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 84 | 79 | 126 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 44.2°F | 44.2°F | 38.4°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 108.2°F | 108.2°F | 97.8°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 5.23" | 5.23" | 12.55" | 38" |
39/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
29/100
Some Transit
Transit Score ®
47/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands require a car. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
5 nearby routes: 5 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 26/100, Transit Score: 18/100, Bike Score: 34/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 242 Cerritos Drive
Source: Realty.com
242 Cerritos Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262 is a Single Family 1,301 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 25 photos available of this 3 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $1,250,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 25 photos of 242 Cerritos Drive.
Our records indicate that 242 Cerritos Drive was built in 1955.
The full address for this home is 242 Cerritos Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262.
242 Cerritos Drive has been listed on Realty.com since Wed September 14, 2022
Most errands require a car. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 26/100, Transit Score: 18/100, Bike Score: 34/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 242 Cerritos Drive. Katherine Finchy Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Desert Learning Academy (Grades: 7 - 10), Palm Springs High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Bd Homes-the Paul Kaplan Group
(tel: 760-459-0057)
Listing agent:
Matthew Reader
(tel: 760-969-2278)
(#CLW-47751)
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