Resort-Style Living in Sun City Palm Desert. Stunning Solar-Powered Pool Home!Nestled within the prestigious 55+ community of Sun City Palm Desert, this sought-after Emerald model residence perfectly blends comfort, elegance, and desert lifestyle. This solar-powered pool home is thoughtfully upgraded and offers exceptional indoor/outdoor living.Step into a light-filled interior with soaring double-tray ceilings, plantation shutters, new plush carpeting, and a great room layout that flows seamlessly from the kitchen to the living spaces, perfect for entertaining.The heart of the home, the chef's kitchen, features a skylight, expansive island, and a bright kitchen that opens to the family room with a fireplace and built-ins as well as a kitchen nook. The photos do not reflect the kitchen upgrades including stainless steel ovens, microwave, dishwasher and new gas range. A formal dining area and elegant living room overlook the lush, south-facing tropical backyard and glistening private pool with waterfall, all powered by a new pump and heater for maximum efficiency and enjoyment.The spacious primary suite is a serene retreat with a charming bay window framing the resort-style backyard. The ensuite bath offers a dual vanity, custom walk-in closet, walk-in shower, and a brand new Safe Step walk-in tub for added comfort and accessibility.Guests will enjoy their own private bedroom and full bathroom, while a versatile third bedroom can serve as a home office, craft room, or additional guest quarters.Additional highlights include:Two brand-new HVAC systemsNew hot water tank with recirculating pumpGenerous laundry room with ample storageTwo car garage with built-in cabinetry, an extra golf cart garage, and mini-split A/CThis home offers the very best of active adult living, complete with world-class amenities, scenic golf, fitness centers, pools, and vibrant social clubs with low HOA fees which incudes internet and cable for 2 tvs, including premium channels ie HBO, DIsney, etc.
Sold for $680,000
Listed by: Equity Union • Nadira Lee • Contact: 760-409-2536
Bought with: Grand Luxury Properties
$680,000
78197 Bonanza Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3beds
2,029sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$688,700 Zestimate®
$335/sqft
$4,246 Estimated rent
Home value
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Solar-powered poolTwo car garageEnsuite bathExpansive islandSpacious primary suiteLush south-facing tropical backyardCustom walk-in closet
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Listed by:
Nadira Lee DRE #01344628 760-409-2536,
Equity Union
Bought with:
Bruce Morgan, DRE #02277792
Grand Luxury Properties
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219132801DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AORFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Multiple Primary Suites
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Solid Surface Counters
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Tray Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Doors: Double Door Entry
- Windows: Shutters
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Gas Starter
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,029 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Electric Heat, In Ground, Private, Waterfall
- Fencing: Block
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Features: Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Planned Unit Development
Details
- Parcel number: 748160079
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Details
- Builder model: Emerald with pool
- Builder name: Del Webb
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Gated
- Security: Gated Community, 24 Hour Security, Key Card Entry
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: Sun City
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Bocce Court, Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Maintenance Grounds, Lake or Pond, Meeting Room, Management, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Other Courts, Pet Restrictions, Recreation Room, Security, Tennis Court(s), Cable TV
- HOA fee: $374 monthly
- HOA name: Sun City Palm Desert Comm Assn
- HOA phone: 760-200-2202
- Second HOA fee: $43 monthly
Location
- Region: Palm Desert
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $335/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $678,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,741
- Date on market: 7/16/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, range, oven, refrigrator in garage.
- Exclusions: Washer/dryer
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2025 | Sold | $680,000-2.7%$335/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #219132801DA Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2025 | Pending sale | $699,000$345/sqft |
Source:  Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219132801 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2025 | Contingent | $699,000$345/sqft |
Source:  CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219132801 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2025 | Pending sale | $699,000$345/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219132801 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $699,000+3.1%$345/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219132801 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2024 | Sold | $678,000-3%$334/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #219116046DA Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2024 | Pending sale | $699,000$345/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219116046 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2024 | Contingent | $699,000$345/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219116046 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $699,000+53.6%$345/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219116046 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2018 | Sold | $455,000$224/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2018 | Pending sale | $455,000$224/sqft |
Source: HomeSmart Professionals #218016920 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2018 | Listed for sale | $455,000$224/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,741 +34.5% | $678,000 +36.3% |
| 2024 | $6,500 +2.3% | $497,606 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,351 +2.3% | $487,850 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,207 +2.3% | $478,285 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,069 +1.9% | $468,908 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,959 | $464,100 +2% |
| 2019 | -- | $455,000 +40.1% |
| 2018 | $4,183 +1.6% | $324,710 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,118 | $318,344 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,118 +1.6% | $312,103 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,051 +1.6% | $307,418 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,986 | $301,398 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $300,038 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $294,156 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $288,389 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $286,236 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $286,918 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $281,293 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $275,779 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $270,372 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $265,071 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $255,114 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $250,113 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,938 +1.5% | $245,209 +2% |
| 2000 | $2,894 | $240,402 |
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Neighborhood: Sun City Palm Desert
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