A 1954 Meiselman — Fully Reimagined, Zero Compromises
There’s something genuinely exciting about a 1954 Meiselman that’s been brought into the present without losing its soul. That’s exactly what’s happening at 4035 E Calle San Raphael — a compact, cleverly configured mid-century in South Palm Springs that punches well above its 1,358 square feet of living space.
The original two-bedroom, two-bath floor plan is still the heart of the home, but a garage conversion added real breathing room: a dedicated dining room and a separate family/flex space — currently configured as a third bedroom with a barn door for privacy — significantly expand the livable footprint. French doors open directly to the pool, and the indoor-outdoor flow that Meiselman’s ’50s builds are known for is very much intact. The kitchen has been updated with stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops, and the open connection to the living and dining areas keeps the social energy moving.
Outside is where things really sing. A saltwater pool and spa with a tanning shelf anchor the private yard, and the custom lighting and built-in firepit turn the space into a legitimate evening destination — especially with the mountain views doing their thing at sunset. The solar installation is a practical win that aligns nicely with how people actually want to live in the desert today.
It’s situated on a 6,098 SF lot, which is a little smaller than the typical Meiselman lot size of between 9,000 and 10,000 SF, but it’s on fee-simple land. No lease, no expiration date, no complications. That’s not a given in Palm Springs, and it matters.
Development and Neighborhood Context
Calle San Raphael sits in South Palm Springs, a residential corridor that developed steadily through the 1950s as the city expanded beyond its early resort core. This block is a short distance from Demuth Park — at 61 acres, the city’s largest — and has direct access to the 40-mile Coachella Valley bike and pedestrian path network. It’s a grounded, walkable pocket of Palm Springs that doesn’t rely on its proximity to downtown to justify itself.
The 1954 build date places this home among Meiselman’s earlier South Palm Springs work — a period when the developer was establishing the residential design vocabulary that would define his output through the following decade. The bones here reflect that early confidence: an open plan, strong indoor-outdoor orientation, and a simplicity of form that’s aged remarkably well.
Is This Your Home?
If you own 4035 E Calle San Raphael, we’d love to hear from you. The Meiselman Registry is building the most complete archive of Jack Meiselman’s residential work in Palm Springs — and homeowners are our most valuable source of history, original details, and stories that don’t exist anywhere else. Claim this listing and help us tell the full story of your home.
