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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,225 sqft

$1,049,000

403 E Desert Willow Circle, Palm Springs CA, 92262

Price per sqft$856.33
Built in1959
Property size1,225 sqft
Property typeResidential
Listed by David Whitworth CA DRE# 01908154 with Compass (760) 218-7110

Overview

Active

Listed Aug 14, 2026

Updated 2 days ago

ICONIC MID-CENTURY BUTTERFLY ALEXANDER | RACQUET CLUB ESTATESA striking example of Palm Springs' celebrated mid-century modern architecture, this iconic Butterfly Alexander residence with a architecturally distinctive stone facade front embodies the era's defining principles of indoor-outdoor living, dramatic geometry, and seamless connection to the desert landscape. Set on a private cul-de-sac in Racquet Club Estates, this impeccably maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom architectural gem is distinguished by soaring vaulted ceilings, expansive walls of glass, architectural breeze blocks, and a south-facing backyard with breathtaking views of Mt. San Jacinto. A signature orange-framed frosted-glass entry opens to the iconic breezeway, connecting the main residence to the carport and extending the architectural axis toward the backyard. The bright great room features a vaulted tongue-and-groove ceiling, custom lighting, tile floors, and expansive glass that frames the pool and mountain views. The kitchen pairs period character with modern finishes, offering wood cabinetry, Quartz countertops, stainless appliances, gas cooktop, and a detached island ideal for entertaining. The vaulted primary suite features clerestory windows, direct outdoor access, and a private bath, while the secondary bedrooms echo the home's signature architectural details. Recent improvements include dual-pane windows, refoamed roof, tankless water heater, fresh exterior paint, whole-house surge protection, Moen water monitor, and a 2022 HVAC system. No land lease or HOA fees. Architecturally significant and unmistakably Palm Springs, this Butterfly Alexander is a beautifully preserved expression of desert modernism with exceptional privacy, design, and mountain views.

$6,979/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $1,049,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
219151401PS

Interior Features

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.24 Acres

Other Property Details

View
Yes
Pool
Yes
55+/Senior Community
No
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Listed by David Whitworth CA DRE# 01908154 with Compass (760) 218-7110

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