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 Island, Built-in Trash/Recycling, Self-closing drawers, Self-closing cabinet doors, Pots & Pan Drawers, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Stone Counters, Remodeled Kitchen
Rooms information : Entry, Primary Bathroom, Laundry, Kitchen, Primary Bedroom, Great Room, Formal Entry
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), Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Wired for Alarm System
Patio And Porch Features : Covered, Patio, Wrap Around, Stone, Patio Open, Front Porch, Porch, Lanai, Concrete
Lot Features: Back Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers Drip System, Rocks, Patio Home, Park Nearby, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Garden, Desert Back, Yard, Walkstreet, Paved, Secluded, Landscaped, Lawn, Front Yard
Exterior Features:Barbecue Private, Lighting
Fencing: Masonry, Stone
Property Condition : Updated/Remodeled, Turnkey
Road Surface: Paved
Parcel Identification Number: 655042001
Cooling: Has Cooling
Heating: Has Heating
Heating Type: Central
Cooling Type: Central Air
Bathroom Features: Linen Closet/Storage, Bathtub, Walk-in shower, Upgraded, Stone Counters, Soaking Tub, Quartz Counters, Exhaust fan(s), Double Sinks in Primary Bath, Closet in bathroom, Shower, Shower in Tub, Remodeled, Low Flow Toilet(s), Low Flow Shower
Architectural Style : Mid Century Modern, See Remarks
Flooring: Stone, Tile
Roof Type: Foam
Year Built Source: Assessor
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Laundry Features: Inside, Individual Room
Eating Area: Dining Room, In Family Room, Family Kitchen, In Kitchen
Laundry: Has Laundry
Fireplace Features : None
Appliances: Dishwasher, Barbecue, Warming Drawer, Tankless Water Heater, Range Hood, Microwave, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Free-Standing Range, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Water Line to Refrigerator, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Freezer
Common Walls: No Common Walls
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 Island, Built-in Trash/Recycling, Self-closing drawers, Self-closing cabinet doors, Pots & Pan Drawers, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Stone Counters, Remodeled Kitchen
Rooms information : Entry, Primary Bathroom, Laundry, Kitchen, Primary Bedroom, Great Room, Formal Entry
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), Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Wired for Alarm System
Patio And Porch Features : Covered, Patio, Wrap Around, Stone, Patio Open, Front Porch, Porch, Lanai, Concrete
Lot Features: Back Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers Drip System, Rocks, Patio Home, Park Nearby, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Garden, Desert Back, Yard, Walkstreet, Paved, Secluded, Landscaped, Lawn, Front Yard
Exterior Features:Barbecue Private, Lighting
Fencing: Masonry, Stone
Property Condition : Updated/Remodeled, Turnkey
Road Surface: Paved
Parcel Identification Number: 655042001
Cooling: Has Cooling
Heating: Has Heating
Heating Type: Central
Cooling Type: Central Air
Bathroom Features: Linen Closet/Storage, Bathtub, Walk-in shower, Upgraded, Stone Counters, Soaking Tub, Quartz Counters, Exhaust fan(s), Double Sinks in Primary Bath, Closet in bathroom, Shower, Shower in Tub, Remodeled, Low Flow Toilet(s), Low Flow Shower
Architectural Style : Mid Century Modern, See Remarks
Flooring: Stone, Tile
Roof Type: Foam
Year Built Source: Assessor
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Laundry Features: Inside, Individual Room
Eating Area: Dining Room, In Family Room, Family Kitchen, In Kitchen
Laundry: Has Laundry
Fireplace Features : None
Appliances: Dishwasher, Barbecue, Warming Drawer, Tankless Water Heater, Range Hood, Microwave, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Free-Standing Range, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Water Line to Refrigerator, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Freezer
Common Walls: No Common Walls
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: $1,958,000
Construction Status: Built in 1958
Last Modified : Jan 2 2026 1:30AM
Amenities :
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Parking
Appliance
Pool
Community Activities
Patio
Sprinkler System
Fence
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Parking
Appliance
Pool
Community Activities
Patio
Sprinkler System

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