Palm Springs Home with Murals by Shawn Savage Listed

By Danielle Reed 08/10/2026 3 min read 77 views

A 1950s home in Palm Springs, California, featuring eight colorful murals by the late artist Shawn Savage, is listed for sale at $2.295 million ahead of the city’s annual Modernism Week. The white stucco property, built in 1954 and recently renovated, sits on El Camino Way in the Mesa neighborhood with desert mountain views and a pool.

Artistic Features

The staggered facade showcases three abstract murals flanking double-height hot pink doors, with another colorful mural running alongside the pool and yard. The murals, created by Shawn Savage, a local artist known for joyful abstract work, invite lots of friendly conversations, as well as guided tours and interested lookers, but never to a degree that it disturbed the peacefulness of their home or the neighborhood, the sellers said. Savage, who lived in the Coachella Valley from 2003 until his death in 2024, left a lasting mark on the home and local institutions, including the Illumine Gallery in Palm Springs, where his work is on exhibit.

“Some artists pass through a place. Shawn Savage became a part of it,” the gallery’s description states.

“It’s a happy house,” said co-owner John Freeman, who is an attorney and consultant. “He did a fantastic job,” Freeman added, emphasizing the home’s unique artistic elements as a key reason for their purchase. Faure added, “I never thought in my life I would have a house with pink doors,” emphasizing the home’s distinct Palm Springs character. Both individuals highlighted the home’s unique artistic elements as a key reason for their purchase.

Layout and Renovation

The 2,237-square-foot residence, featuring three bedrooms and an angled bonus room, flows from the front doors through a smooth flow of open-plan common areas—a foyer, bar, living and dining room—into the kitchen around a fireplace wall and out to the yard. A corridor leads to a private bedroom wing, where the primary suite features floor-to-ceiling windows and a bath only a tad smaller than the bedroom. The previous owners bought the home in 2021 for $975,000 and spent more than two years and $700,000 on renovation, according to Realtor.com, commissioning Savage for the murals.

The couple furnished the interior with Jonathan Adler pieces, creating a “modern American glamour” aesthetic they term “happy chic.” They are willing to sell the furniture along with the home, as their other properties in West Hollywood and a Houston loft do not align with this collection’s vibe. The interior design reflects a deliberate effort to harmonize mid-century modern elements with contemporary artistic expression.

Sale Details and Neighborhood

Freeman and Faure, who bought the property for $1.925 million in 2024, listed it Monday with representatives Stewart Smith, Patrick Jordan and Kevin Stanley of Bennion Deville Homes/Luxury Portfolio International. The Mesa neighborhood’s access to San Jacinto Mountain hiking trails, lack of through-roads, and friendly environment influenced their purchase decision. “It’s a very friendly place,” Faure noted, describing the home’s role as an art gallery shared with visitors. The property’s proximity to outdoor recreation and its cultural significance make it a compelling offering in Palm Springs’ competitive real estate market.