PRICE REDUCTION OF $132,000!! A rare mid-century estate, formerly the residence of Donald P. Kennedy, renowned philanthropist and influential proprietor of First American Title Company. This estate offers the perfect blend of historic significance, luxury, and quintessential Palm Desert lifestyle. The four-bedroom, 3-bathroom estate is beautifully situated on nearly half an acre of meticulously manicured grounds, featuring a sparkling pool, expansive yard, a newer four-car garage perfect for a car enthusiast, and a separate 5th garage with its own private double-gated entrance. Panoramic, snow-capped views of the San Jacinto Mountains, including San Gorgonio, the Santa Rosa Mountains and the Little San Bernardino range, create a breathtaking backdrop. Ideally located within walking distance - or a short golf cart ride - to The Civic Center Park, College of the Desert, McCallum Theatre, and The Shops at El Paseo, often haled as the 'Rodeo Drive of the Desert. Experience the energy of Coachella Valley Firebirds hockey at nearby Acrisure Arena, also home to concerts featuring top-name artists.
This property was built in 1950 and fully renovated in 2021 including: Interior - all new windows, window coverings, glass sliding doors, laminate and tile flooring, rebuilt new kitchen, rebuilt three bathrooms, interior paint throughout, LED lighting, ceiling fans, switches and receptacles. Exterior - new exterior paint, overhead electrical was placed underground, solar panels added and fully paid, added double set of exterior block walls, double set of locking gates added creating a secure front yard and separately secure back yard, Ring cameras added, newly built four car garage, RV storage yard, new oversized awnings in backyard patio, full landscaping in both front and backyards with expansive grass, mature trees, flowering plants, new pool coping, new stand-alone hot tub, and newly foamed roof. The two new garages are 1050 square feet total on San Jose Street. The approximate dimensions are as follow - Garage on Left: 24'7'W x 24'3"L x 9'H, Garage on Right: 22'3"W X 20'8"L X 9'H Both Garage Doors: 16'W X 8'H. The original garage (#5) on Catalina Way measures 11.5'W X 17'L X 7'H with electric closing garage door and additional storage closets.
Sold for $990,000
Listed by: The Kennedys • BONNIE KENNEDY • Contact: 909-329-3456
Bought with: eXp Realty Of Southern California Inc
$990,000
73955 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA 92260
4beds
1,900sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.41 Acres Lot
$993,200 Zestimate®
$521/sqft
$5,287 Estimated rent
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$904,000 - $1.09M
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Sparkling poolNew pool copingNew exterior paintExpansive yardRv storage yardRebuilt three bathroomsInterior paint throughout
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Listed by:
BONNIE KENNEDY DRE #01727352 909-329-3456,
The Kennedys,
Patrick Kennedy DRE #01849183,
The Kennedys
Bought with:
Scott Rissman, DRE #01425360
eXp Realty Of Southern California Inc
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: IG26068292
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Full Bath on Main Level, Solid Surface Counters, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Remodeled, Solid Surface Counters, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, High Efficiency Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters, Bedroom on Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Laminate
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Low-Emissivity Windows, Screens, Skylight(s), Tinted Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,900 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Concrete, Door-Multi, Direct Access, Driveway Level, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Private, RV Access/Parking, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 5
- Carport spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gas Heat, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Near Park, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Trees, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Second Garage, Storage
- Parcel number: 627135006
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Fiberglass
Condition
- Additions/Alterations,Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Golf, Gutter(s), Hiking, Preserve/Public Land, Storm Drain(s), Park
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Hidden Palms (32240)
Location
- Region: Palm Desert
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $521/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $399,661
- Annual tax amount: $5,592
- Date on market: 4/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 19 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Exclusions: Artwork, personal items
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2026 | Sold | $990,000-0.8%$521/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #IG26068292 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2026 | Pending sale | $998,000$525/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #IG26068292 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2026 | Price change | $998,000-11.7%$525/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #IG26068292 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,130,000+237.3%$595/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #IG26068292 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2020 | Sold | $335,000+11.7%$176/sqft |
Source:  CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219039388 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2020 | Pending sale | $300,000$158/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #219039388 Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2020 | Listed for sale | $300,000$158/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,592 +2.8% | $399,661 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,440 +2.6% | $391,825 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,303 +3.1% | $384,143 +3.2% |
| 2022 | $5,142 +9.8% | $372,239 +10% |
| 2021 | $4,684 +210.9% | $338,469 +324.6% |
| 2020 | $1,507 +1.6% | $79,720 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,483 +1.5% | $78,158 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,461 +2% | $76,626 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,433 | $75,125 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,433 +2.9% | $73,653 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,392 +11.6% | $72,548 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,247 | $71,130 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $70,810 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $69,423 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $68,063 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $67,556 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $67,719 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $66,392 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $65,091 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $63,815 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $62,565 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $60,217 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $59,037 +2% |
| 2001 | $867 +1.1% | $57,880 +2% |
| 2000 | $858 | $56,746 |
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Neighborhood: 92260
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