
40380 Tonopah Road, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
40380 Tonopah Road, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Property Description
Perched above the valley floor in prestigious Thunderbird Heights, this exceptional contemporary estate embodies timeless desert glamour and modern luxury living in one of Rancho Mirage's most storied hillside enclaves. Developed in the early 1950s alongside the iconic Thunderbird Country Club, the neighborhood has long been a retreat for celebrities, presidents, and influential figures, and its legacy of discretion, prestige, and architectural distinction endures today. Spanning approximately 4,181 square feet on over half an acre, this beautifully maintained and thoughtfully upgraded residence features three luxurious bedroom suites, four and one-half baths, and sweeping mountain and valley views. Built in 1997 and curated for today's lifestyle, the home seamlessly blends refined interiors with effortless indoor-outdoor living. The expansive great room, anchored by a fireplace and a full entertainer's bar with dishwasher, ice maker, and refrigerator, opens to a spectacular poolside terrace designed for entertaining and relaxation. Multiple conversation areas, two televisions, a saltwater pool and spa with gentle spillways, and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with DCS grill, smoker, and Evo grill create a true resort-style experience. A stunning new custom kitchen showcases Sub-Zero and Thermador appliances, dual dishwashers, induction cooktop, double ovens, a full-size wine cooler, breakfast room, and adjacent formal dining. The primary retreat offers dual bathrooms, a large walk-in closet, an attached lounge, gym or office, and patio access with Chocolate Mountain views. Oversized ensuite guest rooms are positioned on the opposite wing with Santa Rosa Mountain vistas.
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About Thunderbird Heights
This property is located in Thunderbird Heights, a community in Rancho Mirage. Explore more listings in this neighborhood to compare options and pricing.
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Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
Thunderbird Heights · Rancho Mirage · Single Family Residence
Listed in line with the median closed sale of $3,050,000. Price per sqft ($718) is a 11% discount to closed comps ($809). Closed comps sold at 94% of list — buyers have negotiating leverage. Expect a longer timeline — comps averaged 146 days on market. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.
Price Position
Aligned with the market — fair pricing for the comps.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Grande View Court | Rancho Mirage | 2002 | 4 | 5 | 4,976 | 20,909 | $673 | $3.35M | 80 | 67 |
| 14 Santa Rosa Mountain Lane | Rancho Mirage | 2006 | 4 | 5 | 3,922 | 20,038 | $1,052 | $4.13M | 148 | 62 |
| 2 Echo Lane | Rancho Mirage | 2021 | 4 | 5 | 4,155 | 19,602 | $1,023 | $4.25M | 166 | 62 |
| 66 Victor Hugo Road | Rancho Mirage | 2004 | 3 | 4 | 3,789 | 14,810 | $376 | $1.43M | 81 | 53 |
| 38850 Kelley Lane | Rancho Mirage | 2024 | 5 | 5 | 4,029 | 166,835 | $1,799 | $7.25M | 138 | 53 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 4.0 | 4.8 | 4,174.2 | 48,438.8 | $984.6 | $4.08M | 122.6 | |||
| Median | 4,029 | $4.13M | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12157 Saint Andrews Drive | Rancho Mirage | 1993 | 05/29/2026 | 4 | 4 | 4,707 | 20,038 | $2.50M | $2.30M | $489 | 0.92 | 114 | 66 |
| 70662 Placerville Road | Rancho Mirage | 1957 | 06/01/2026 | 5 | 6 | 4,900 | 32,670 | $7.20M | $7.00M | $1,429 | 0.97 | 85 | 61 |
| 108 Waterford Circle | Rancho Mirage | 2000 | 05/21/2026 | 4 | 5 | 4,707 | 23,522 | $3.50M | $3.30M | $701 | 0.94 | 174 | 58 |
| 81 Royal Saint Georges Way | Rancho Mirage | 2007 | 06/30/2026 | 4 | 5 | 4,146 | 27,007 | $3.29M | $3.05M | $736 | 0.93 | 286 | 58 |
| 70854 Fairway Drive | Rancho Mirage | 1953 | 06/12/2026 | 3 | 3 | 3,760 | 18,295 | $2.69M | $2.59M | $688 | 0.96 | 69 | 58 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 4.0 | 4.6 | 4,444 | 24,306.4 | $3.65M | $3.65M | $808.6 | — | 145.6 | ||||
| Median | 4,707 | $3.05M | $3.05M | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.