About 73271 Buckboard Trail, Palm Desert, California, 92260
A true collector's item in the world of desert modernism, 73271 Buckboard Trail--known as the Paulette Herbert Johnson House--is a 1958 mid-century masterpiece by celebrated architect Walter S. White. Rarely does a home of this significance come to market--an exquisitely maintained and restored example of Palm Desert's architectural history, blending timeless design with resort-style living.Step through a pebble-stone entry into an open, light-filled floor plan where floor-to-ceiling glass walls, terrazzo floors, original wood paneling, and signature masonry walls create a seamless indoor/outdoor flow surrounding the living and dining areas. The custom wood panel kitchen cabinetry pays homage to its mid-century roots, while two beautifully appointed bedrooms feature cork-lined closets and bathrooms with authentic period tile and lighting. Natural light pours through every corner, framing breathtaking views of the surrounding gardens, mountains and desert skyline.The grounds are a modernist playground: a Parker-style pebble bottom pool and spa, outdoor kitchen with barbecue and pizza oven, bocce court, putting green, lounge gazebo, firepits galore, and room for an ADU--all set against panoramic desert vistas. A spacious two-car garage plus additional parking for up to six vehicles completes the estate.Located in the historic Silver Spur Ranch enclave, this home is just minutes from El Paseo's dining and shopping, the Living Desert Zoo, and Palm Desert's country clubs. More than a residence, it is an architectural icon--the Paulette Herbert Johnson House by Walter S. White--restored to its full glory and offered as a rare opportunity to own a celebrated piece of California modernism.
Kitchen Features: Kitchen Open to Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers, Stone Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-closing cabinet doors, Kitchen Island, Built-in Trash/Recycling, Self-closing drawers
Rooms information : Formal Entry, Primary Bedroom, Entry, Laundry, Kitchen, Great Room, Primary Bathroom
Sewer: Sewer Paid
Water Source: Public
Association Amenities: Other, Maintenance Grounds
Attached Garage : Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 2.00
# of Parking Spaces: 8.00
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Wired for Alarm System, Security System, Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s)
Patio And Porch Features : Wrap Around, Patio Open, Patio, Covered, Concrete, Porch, Front Porch, Stone, Lanai
Lot Features: Sprinklers Drip System, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers Timer, Yard, Desert Back, Secluded, Park Nearby, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinkler System, Rocks, Front Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Back Yard, Walkstreet, Sprinklers In Front, Patio Home, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Paved, Garden
Exterior Features:Barbecue Private, Lighting
Fencing: Masonry, Stone
Property Condition : Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
Road Surface: Paved
Parcel Identification Number: 655042001
Cooling: Has Cooling
Heating: Has Heating
Heating Type: Central
Cooling Type: Central Air
Bathroom Features: Upgraded, Soaking Tub, Quartz Counters, Shower in Tub, Stone Counters, Closet in bathroom, Exhaust fan(s), Walk-in shower, Linen Closet/Storage, Low Flow Shower, Double Sinks in Primary Bath, Bathtub, Low Flow Toilet(s), Remodeled, Shower
Architectural Style : Mid Century Modern, See Remarks
Flooring: Tile, Stone
Roof Type: Foam
Year Built Source: Assessor
Fireplace Features : None
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Gas Oven, Warming Drawer, Free-Standing Range, Gas Cooktop, Water Line to Refrigerator, Ice Maker, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Barbecue, Freezer, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Laundry Features: Inside, Individual Room
Eating Area: Family Kitchen, Dining Room, In Kitchen, In Family Room
Laundry: Has Laundry
Exclusions:Pendant in living room, pendant in primary bedroom, outdoor white ceramic fire pit, front yard fire pit.
MLSAreaMajor: 323 - South Palm Desert
Other Structures: Storage
Kitchen Features: Kitchen Open to Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers, Stone Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-closing cabinet doors, Kitchen Island, Built-in Trash/Recycling, Self-closing drawers
Rooms information : Formal Entry, Primary Bedroom, Entry, Laundry, Kitchen, Great Room, Primary Bathroom
Sewer: Sewer Paid
Water Source: Public
Association Amenities: Other, Maintenance Grounds
Attached Garage : Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 2.00
# of Parking Spaces: 8.00
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Wired for Alarm System, Security System, Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s)
Patio And Porch Features : Wrap Around, Patio Open, Patio, Covered, Concrete, Porch, Front Porch, Stone, Lanai
Lot Features: Sprinklers Drip System, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers Timer, Yard, Desert Back, Secluded, Park Nearby, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinkler System, Rocks, Front Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Back Yard, Walkstreet, Sprinklers In Front, Patio Home, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Paved, Garden
Exterior Features:Barbecue Private, Lighting
Fencing: Masonry, Stone
Property Condition : Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
Road Surface: Paved
Parcel Identification Number: 655042001
Cooling: Has Cooling
Heating: Has Heating
Heating Type: Central
Cooling Type: Central Air
Bathroom Features: Upgraded, Soaking Tub, Quartz Counters, Shower in Tub, Stone Counters, Closet in bathroom, Exhaust fan(s), Walk-in shower, Linen Closet/Storage, Low Flow Shower, Double Sinks in Primary Bath, Bathtub, Low Flow Toilet(s), Remodeled, Shower
Architectural Style : Mid Century Modern, See Remarks
Flooring: Tile, Stone
Roof Type: Foam
Year Built Source: Assessor
Fireplace Features : None
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Gas Oven, Warming Drawer, Free-Standing Range, Gas Cooktop, Water Line to Refrigerator, Ice Maker, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Barbecue, Freezer, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Laundry Features: Inside, Individual Room
Eating Area: Family Kitchen, Dining Room, In Kitchen, In Family Room
Laundry: Has Laundry
Exclusions:Pendant in living room, pendant in primary bedroom, outdoor white ceramic fire pit, front yard fire pit.
MLSAreaMajor: 323 - South Palm Desert
Other Structures: Storage

Street Address: 73271 Buckboard Trail
City: Palm Desert
State: California
Postal Code: 92260
County: Riverside
Directions: Highway 111 to Portola and go south to Buckboard trail and go west

Property Information :
Listing Status: Active
Size: 1,497 Sqft
Lot Size: 0.36 Acres
MLS #: P1-24373
Bedrooms: 2 bd
Bathrooms: 2 ba
Price: $1,835,000
Construction Status: Built in 1958
Last Modified : Mar 16 2026 10:11PM
Amenities :
Fence
View
Parking
Appliance
Pool
Community Activities
Patio
Sprinkler System

Courtesy of: Carmine Sabatella, The Agency (MLS# PF11287)
Source MLS: CRMLS