An architectural jewel in the desert

(Kelly Peak)

An architectural jewel in the desert

Oct. 17, 2015

This compelling steel-framed and glass-enclosed house has subdued-tone interiors to harmonize with its setting adjacent to Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. The 180-foot-long single-story structure takes in views of San Diego County's Santa Rosa Mountains and nearby foothills.

Location: 806 Anza Park Trail, Borrego Springs 92004

Asking price: $1.25 million

Year built: 2013

Architect: Richard Orne

House size: Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, 2,106 square feet

Lot size: 9.54 acres

Features: Double-door entry, great room, walk-through pantry off kitchen, breakfast bar, den/office, dual master suites, decks, two-car garage

About the area: Last year, 83 single-family homes sold in the 92004 ZIP Code at a median price of $170,000, according to CoreLogic. That was a 4% price decrease from 2013.

Agent: Scott Histed, Bennion Deville Homes, (760) 864-1200

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