1881 S Araby Dr

A single-story, fee-simple collection of midcentury condominiums conceived in 1959 as a garden-apartment hotel and later converted into a low-density 31–32 unit community. The property occupies roughly five acres of lushly landscaped grounds in South Palm Springs, arranged as freestanding and duplex-style units with private patios and carports. Architecturally the site preserves classic mid-century modern elements: expansive glass walls, open living plans, modestly scaled flat roofs and deliberate indoor–outdoor connections that orient many units toward mountain vistas. Interiors commonly feature high ceilings, recessed lighting, breakfast bars, walk-in closets, multiple primary-suite layouts in larger units, built-ins and tile or period-appropriate flooring; several listings are fully furnished and many units have been comprehensively renovated. Shared amenities are understated and recreation-focused: a saltwater pool and spa, two lighted tennis/pickleball courts, and professionally maintained grounds with palm tree plantings and citrus groves. Practical conveniences include designated covered parking or carports adjacent to units, on-site laundry facilities, storage, and utilities such as instant hot water and newer HVAC in many homes. Pet policies and rental rules are permissive compared with typical condo regimes: short-term rentals are allowed with a week minimum in many units and owners may keep pets subject to association rules. The community sits within walking distance of downtown Palm Springs conveniences, restaurants and trailheads, delivering a resortlike, pedestrian-friendly desert lifestyle framed by San Jacinto and Santa Rosa mountain views.