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70149 Sonora Rd
For Sale $5,950,000 ($1,267.85 per Sq Ft)
$5,950,000 ($1,267.85 per Sq Ft)
- 4 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- 4,693 Sq Ft
- 29,621 Sq Ft
Description
Architectural Masterpiece in Thunderbird Heights. Set high above the desert floor, behind the gates of coveted Thunderbird Heights, this rare modern estate is a study in vision, privacy, and timeless design. Conceived by architects Ira Johnson, AIA, and George Ritter, AIA--proteges of modernist icon William Cody--the residence is a masterful 1970s reinterpretation of Cody's desert modernism, executed with precision and restraint. Spanning approximately 4,700 square feet, the home is defined by steel-beam trusses, expansive walls of glass, and luminous white mud brick--an architectural language that feels both grounded and ethereal. Thoughtfully composed sight lines frame sweeping 360-degree panoramas, from the Santa Rosa Mountains to the desert valley and city lights beyond. Each bedroom suite enjoys its own immersive view, creating a deeply private, resort-like experience. At the heart of the home, an expansive open living space unfolds beneath soaring ceilings, where floor-to-ceiling glass dissolves the boundary between indoors and out. Light, landscape, and architecture converge in a serene, almost meditative flow--equal parts gallery and sanctuary. Set on over half an acre, the grounds are lush, mature, and impeccably curated, offering a quiet counterpoint to the dramatic elevation and views. This is not simply a residence--it is a private compound, designed for those who understand architecture as art. A rare opportunity to acquire a singular work of desert modernism--elevated, authentic, and quietly iconic.
Amenities
Garage
Pool
Garden
Security System
Internet
Telephone
Heating
Fireplace
Balcony & Patio
TV / Cable
Laundry
Hardwood Floors
Spa
Air Conditioning
Solar Power
Floor Plan
Great Views
Natural Light
Quiet
Water View
Elevator
Guest Unit(s)
Furnished
220 Volt
Property Details
| List Price | $5,950,000 |
| Property Type | Single Family Homes |
| Usable Sqft | 4,693 |
| Number of Stories | 1 stories |
| Parking Spots | 3 spots |
| Year Built | 1973 |
| Last Sold | Unknown |
| Sold Price | Unknown |
| HOA Fees: | $672 |
| Association Name: | Unknown |
| Association Amenities: | Golf Course,Other,Tennis Court(s) |
| APN # | 690091009 |
| MLS # | 219140950DA |
| Property ID | 322491344 |
| Lot Sqft | 29,621 |
| Zoning | Unknown |
| Days on Market | 49 |
| Original List Price | $5,950,000 |
| Applicances | Dishwasher,Freezer,Gas Cooktop,Gas Oven,Range Hood,Water Purifier% |
| Date Updated | January 07, 2026 |
| Date Created | January 07, 2026 |
Listing Provided By
Matthew Stauber an agent of . Lic #02165628
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