This most popular Morocco w/ casita is a buyer's favorite. Situated on the 14th fairway of the San Gorgonio course this north facing homes has mtn, lake and forever golf course views. Curb appeal begins as you step thru the private courtyard gates and view the large patio between the main house and casita. Once thru the front door you are welcomed into a great room, open floor plan. Large chef's kitchen with corian countertops, skylight, pantry, and casual dining niche.. Great room with built-in entertainmet center and very comfortable seating. Large dining table for those parties.. Den has built-in book cases and desk. Large master suite with bay windows. Master bath has dual vanities and walk-in closet. Guest bedroom is extended and has a private bathroom.Casita is nicely furnished with a murphy bed and a full bathroom. Ceiling fans in all traffic areas. 2 car extended attached garage with additional space for golf cart. All furnishings included.
Sold for $620,000
Listed by: Bennion Deville Homes • Cathy Riley • Contact: 760-799-3546
Bought with: Realty One Group West
$620,000
78242 Kensington Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3beds
1,900sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$616,800 Zestimate®
$326/sqft
$3,784 Estimated rent
Home value
$616,800
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Murphy bedPrivate courtyardPrivate bathroomBuilt-in bookcasesComfortable seatingLarge patioOpen floor plan
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Listed by:
Cathy Riley DRE #01050027 760-799-3546,
Bennion Deville Homes
Bought with:
Nancy Ramshaw, DRE #01223112
Realty One Group West
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219119271DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AORFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- 3/4 bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Guest Quarters, Great Room, Other, Dining Room
Bathroom
- Features: Separate Shower, Vanity
Other
- Features: Dressing Area
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Solid Surface Counters
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Gas Cooking, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Furnished, Open Floorplan, Dressing Area, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Drapes, Shutters
- Has fireplace: No
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,900 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Covered, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Other, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Golf Course, Lake, Mountain(s)
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Front Yard, Landscaped, On Golf Course, Planned Unit Development, Paved, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 752240007
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Concrete,Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Details
- Builder model: Morocco
- Builder name: Del Webb
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Gated
- Security: Gated Community, 24 Hour Security
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: Sun City
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Bocce Court, Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Game Room, Lake or Pond, Meeting Room, Other Courts, Pet Restrictions, Tennis Court(s), Cable TV
- HOA fee: $374 monthly
- HOA name: SCPD HOA
- HOA phone: 760-200-2200
- Second HOA fee: $43 monthly
Location
- Region: Palm Desert
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $326/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $626,110
- Annual tax amount: $8,097
- Date on market: 11/2/2024
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Inclusions: Furnished, washer/dryer and refrigerator.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/13/2025 | Sold | $620,000-6%$326/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #219119271DA Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2025 | Pending sale | $659,900$347/sqft |
Source:  CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219119271 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2025 | Contingent | $659,900$347/sqft |
Source:  Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219119271 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2024 | Listed for sale | $659,900+12.8%$347/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219119271 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2021 | Pending sale | $585,000-0.8%$308/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CA Properties #219070230DA Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/2021 | Sold | $590,000+0.9%$311/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219070230 Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2021 | Contingent | $585,000$308/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219070230 Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2021 | Listed for sale | $585,000+8.3%$308/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219070230 Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/2005 | Sold | $540,000+45.9%$284/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2002 | Sold | $370,000+2.9%$195/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2000 | Sold | $359,500$189/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,097 +2.3% | $626,110 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,915 +2.3% | $613,835 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,739 +2.3% | $601,800 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,567 +7.6% | $590,000 +7.6% |
| 2021 | $7,033 +12.4% | $548,283 +12% |
| 2020 | $6,260 +2.8% | $489,538 +3% |
| 2019 | $6,087 +3.8% | $475,280 +4% |
| 2018 | $5,866 +11.3% | $457,000 +12.3% |
| 2017 | $5,270 | $407,000 +2.3% |
| 2016 | $5,270 -8.9% | $398,000 -10% |
| 2015 | $5,784 +4.4% | $442,000 +5% |
| 2014 | $5,539 | $421,000 +5.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $398,000 -2.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $409,000 -4.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $427,000 -1.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $433,000 +0.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $429,000 -4.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $450,000 -19.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $561,815 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $550,800 +40.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $392,133 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $377,400 +2.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $366,689 |
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Neighborhood: Sun City Palm Desert
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