***Seller is open to concessions for a buyer.***Welcome to Sun City Palm Desert where resort-style living is simply part of everyday life. Behind the 24-hour guard-gated entrance, you'll discover an extraordinary array of amenities designed for both recreation and relaxation. Enjoy 20 pickleball and tennis courts, two beautifully maintained 18-hole golf courses with a driving range, five heated swimming pools, and three stunning clubhouses that serve as vibrant social hubs. Residents also enjoy billiards, a grand ballroom, two on-site restaurants, a martini and coffee bar, a theater, technology center, library, arts & crafts, two dog parks, and RV parking. With more than 80 clubs and interest groups, there's truly something for everyone whether your passion is fitness, creativity, learning, or simply connecting with neighbors. Ideally located near the Mountain View Clubhouse, this popular Montego model offers 2 bedrooms plus an office/den (or optional third bedroom) and a spacious two-car attached garage. A transom window above the entry door welcomes natural light, setting the tone for the home's bright, open great-room design. Tile flooring flows throughout the main living areas, while plush carpeting adds comfort in the bedrooms. White plantation shutters provide timeless style and privacy. The kitchen features warm maple cabinetry, Corian countertops, and a cheerful breakfast nook perfect for casual dining. The generous primary suite offers direct access to the backyard, a large walk-in closet, dual vanities, and a walk-in shower. Thoughtful separation between the primary and guest bedroom ensures privacy for both owners and visitors. Step outside to your private rear patio, surrounded by mature landscaping that creates a serene setting with no direct neighboring views. Whether enjoying morning coffee or relaxing under the covered patio in the evening, this outdoor space offers peaceful desert living at its finest. Experience a beautifully maintained home within a vibrant, amenity-rich community where every day truly feels like a vacation.
For sale
Price cut: $17K (9/14)
$497,000
78254 Grape Arbor Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2beds
1,858sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$490,400 Zestimate®
$267/sqft
$442/mo HOA
What's special
- 233 days
- 215
- 2
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Donna Larson DRE # 01325948 760-578-5372,
Larson Desert Realty 760-832-9963,
Becky Johnson DRE # 01996471 760-422-4950,
Larson Desert Realty
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 26655377PS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Family Room, Living Room, Great Room, Patio Covered, Patio Open, Walk-In Closet
Bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity(s)
Kitchen
- Features: Galley Kitchen, Corian Counters
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-Ins, Electric Cooktop, Microwave, Dishwasher, Range/Oven
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room, Gas Or Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, Dining Area
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Carpet
- Windows: Plantation Shutters, Blinds
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,858
- Total interior livable area: 1,858 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage - 2 Car, Guest, Attached, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Ground Level - no steps
- Patio & porch: Concrete Slab, Covered, Patio
- Pool features: Community
- Spa features: Community
- Fencing: Block
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Walk Street
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 748110095
- Zoning: SP ZONE
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Adobe
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 2001
Details
- Builder model: Montego
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: In Connected and Paid
- Water: District
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Community Mailbox, Rv Access/Prkg
- Security: Gated Community, Gated Community with Guard
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: Sun City Palm Desert
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Landscaping, Assoc Pet Rules, Bocce Ball Court, Clubhouse, Exercise Room, Fitness Center, Gated Community Guard, Golf Course, Guest Parking, Meeting Room, Onsite Property Management, Tennis Court(s), Pickleball, Pool, Security, Spa/Hot Tub
- Services included: Building and Grounds, Cable TV, Clubhouse
- HOA fee: $398 monthly
- Second HOA fee: $44 monthly
Location
- Region: Palm Desert
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $267/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $499,392
- Date on market: 2/26/2026
- Exclusions: Unfurnished. Refrigerator, washer and dryer not included.
Estimated market value
$490,400
$466,000 - $515,000
$3,664/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/14/2026 | Price change | $497,000-3.3%$267/sqft |
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| 7/2/2026 | Price change | $514,000-1%$277/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Price change | $519,000-3.7%$279/sqft |
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| 2/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $539,000+11.1%$290/sqft |
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| 6/13/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/2/2024 | Price change | $2,695-2%$1/sqft |
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| 3/16/2024 | Price change | $2,750-3.5%$1/sqft |
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| 2/16/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,850$2/sqft |
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| 2/14/2024 | Pending sale | $485,000+1%$261/sqft |
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| 2/13/2024 | Sold | $480,000-1%$258/sqft |
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| 1/24/2024 | Contingent | $485,000$261/sqft |
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| 11/24/2023 | Price change | $485,000-2.8%$261/sqft |
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| 10/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $499,000+104.5%$269/sqft |
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| 11/14/2001 | Sold | $244,000$131/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $499,392 +2% |
| 2025 | $6,434 +3.8% | $489,600 +38.6% |
| 2024 | $6,199 +36.8% | $353,225 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,532 +2.5% | $346,290 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,422 +2.4% | $339,501 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,318 +1.8% | $332,845 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,240 +1.9% | $329,433 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,162 +1.9% | $322,975 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,085 +1.6% | $316,643 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,022 | $310,435 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,022 +1.6% | $304,349 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,957 +1.6% | $299,779 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,894 | $293,909 +1% |
| 2013 | -- | $291,000 +1.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $286,847 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $281,223 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $279,124 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $279,790 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $274,305 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $268,928 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $263,656 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $258,487 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $248,777 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $243,900 |
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