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70874 Fairway Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

$3.38M4bd · 5ba · 5,197 sqft
Lot 21,780 sqft•HOA $560/mo•Single Family Residence•
Active
•4d on market•MLS# 219155113

Property Description

Set on the 9th Fairway of the legendary Thunderbird Country Club in Rancho Mirage, this exceptional residence, originally designed by Howard Lapham for construction magnate Peter Kiewit, offers an outstanding opportunity within one of the Coachella Valley's most prestigious and historic golf communities. Spanning approximately 5,200 square feet, the home features 4 bedrooms and a versatile floor plan suited for both comfortable everyday living and large-scale entertaining. Expansive walls of glass frame breathtaking mountain and fairway views, creating a seamless connection between the interior spaces and the surrounding desert landscape. Generous living areas are filled with natural light, while the home's scale and layout offer ample flexibility for entertaining family and friends. The private entry courtyard serves as a resort-style retreat, complete with a pool and spa, covered patio, BBQ, and generous outdoor living and dining spaces. Multiple terraces and lounge areas invite relaxation against the backdrop of Thunderbird's lush fairways and dramatic mountain vistas. Whether hosting gatherings or enjoying a quiet desert escape, this property offers an exceptional blend of space, privacy, and resort-style living. Located within one of Rancho Mirage's most iconic country clubs, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy the coveted Thunderbird lifestyle in an unparalleled golf course setting.

Features & Amenities

Property Details

Subdivision
Thunderbird Country Club
Land Type
Fee
Year Built
1963
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Parking Spaces
6
Garage Spaces
3
Heating
Central, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Air Conditioning, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
View
Mountain(s), Panoramic
Flooring
Carpet, Tile
Roof
Tile
City
Rancho Mirage
Zip Code
92270
County
Riverside
Listed byWindermere Real Estate, John J Weaver·415-816-4680

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Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$17,065.84
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$2,700,000
Total Interest
$3,443,701
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$6,143,701
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About Thunderbird Country Club

This property is located in Thunderbird Country Club, a community in Rancho Mirage. Explore more listings in this neighborhood to compare options and pricing.

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Comparative Market Analysis

Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed

70874 Fairway Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

Thunderbird Country Club · Rancho Mirage · Single Family Residence

$3.38M
Luxury Tier
Beds
4
Baths
5
Sqft
5,197
Lot
21,780 sqft
Year
1963
$/Sqft
$649
Pool: Yes✓
Spa: Yes✓
View: city✓
Garage: 3-car✓

Listed 6.3% above the median closed sale of $3,175,000. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.

Price Position

Positioned above the market — commands a premium.

Premium
Subject listed at $3.38M· $649/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $3.17M
+$200K (+6.3%)
Active comps
vs active median $3.05M
+$326K (+10.7%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $667
−$18 (−2.7%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
40516 Tonopah RoadRancho Mirage1969353,99819,602$750$3.00M3169
72116 Clancy LaneRancho Mirage2005455,06227,878$690$3.50M5859
155 Waterford CircleRancho Mirage2007456,20227,007$492$3.05M2055
13 Clancy LaneRancho Mirage1979454,37943,124$685$3.00M1953
20 Clancy LaneRancho Mirage2006344,58725,265$718$3.29M4746
Total: 5 · Average3.64.84,845.628,575.2$667$3.17M35
Median4,587$3.05M

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
70820 Fairway DriveRancho Mirage195312/12/2025454,38820,473$3.20M$3.17M$7240.996285
29 Grande View CourtRancho Mirage200208/31/2026454,97620,909$3.20M$3.02M$6060.9412463
1 Makena LaneRancho Mirage202407/16/2026454,48322,216$3.60M$3.60M$8031.004363
5 Via LanticoRancho Mirage202406/05/2026574,86419,602$3.80M$3.50M$7200.921761
44 Fincher WayRancho Mirage198909/14/2026364,99913,504$2.95M$2.95M$5901.00058
Total: 5 · Average4.05.64,74219,340.8$3.25M$3.25M$688.6—49.2
Median4,864$3.17M$3.17M

Market Analysis

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AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.