Stunning View Home in Sun City Palm Desert. This beautifully maintained and much sought after Portofino model is approximately 2,861 square feet and situated near the 14th hole of the San Gregorio golf course. The 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms offer luxurious living at its finest. After entering through the gated courtyard and grand foyer you'll be greeted with soaring ceilings and expansive views. The formal living room and great room share a double-sided fireplace creating a warm atmosphere. The kitchen features slab granite counters and cabinets, skylight, walk-in pantry, center island with breakfast bar and a slider to patio. The formal dining room features a coffered ceiling, adding an elegant touch to your dining experience. The primary bedroom suite is a true retreat with a sitting area overlooking the golf course and a private door to the patio. The spacious primary bathroom has a jetted tub, double sinks, sit down vanity, large separate shower with accessibility features, two custom closets and an attached bonus room currently used as a private office. There are two more bedrooms, each with bathrooms ensuite, at the other end of home ensuring privacy for all. The laundry room has built-in cabinets for extra storage and includes a utility sink. Additional features include a two-car garage plus an additional golf cart entry, several storage cabinets and work station, plantation shutters and ceiling fans throughout. The professionally landscaped yard is perfect for relaxing and entertaining and includes a covered patio, multiple seating areas, extensive use of pavers, gas barbecue, fountain, orange, lemon and grapefruit trees and surrounded with a wrought iron fence. Most all furnishings are included at no additional cost to Buyer. Sun City Palm Desert is an active 55+ community renowned for its vibrant lifestyle and a wealth of amenities. Residents enjoy access to multiple golf courses, clubhouses, swimming pools, fitness centers, tennis courts, and a variety of social clubs and activities. This gated community provides a resort-style living experience, surrounded by stunning desert landscapes, palm trees and beautifully maintained grounds.
Sold for $830,000
Listed by: HomeSmart • Julie Lynn Warner • 310-292-4141
Bought with: HomeSmart
Tax assessed value
$830,000
78272 Kensington Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3beds
2,861sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
8,276 Square Feet Lot
$836,900 Zestimate®
$290/sqft
$4,113 Estimated rent
Home value
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Listed by:
Julie Lynn Warner DRE #00817925 310-292-4141,
HomeSmart
Bought with:
Julie Lynn Warner, DRE #00817925
HomeSmart
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219125138PS
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AORFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other, Pantry, Utility Room, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bathroom
- Features: Jetted Tub, Vanity
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Pantry
- Features: Walk-In Pantry
Heating
- Central, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Coffered Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Primary Suite, Utility Room, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Double Door Entry, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s), Shutters
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,861 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Garage Door Opener, Side By Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Brick, Covered
- Exterior features: Barbecue
- Spa features: Community, In Ground
- Fencing: Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Golf Course, Hills, Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
- Features: Close to Clubhouse, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, On Golf Course, Planned Unit Development
Details
- Parcel number: 752240010
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Details
- Builder model: Portofino
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Gated
- Security: Gated Community
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: Sun City
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Bocce Court, Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Fitness Center, Fire Pit, Golf Course, Game Room, Lake or Pond, Meeting Room, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pet Restrictions, Recreation Room, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s), Cable TV
- HOA fee: $374 monthly
- Second HOA fee: $43 monthly
Location
- Region: Palm Desert
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $290/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $830,000
- Date on market: 2/20/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Exclusions: Some Staged items.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2025 | Sold | $830,000-1.1%$290/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #219125138PS Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2025 | Pending sale | $839,500$293/sqft |
Source:  Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219125138 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2025 | Price change | $839,500-2.4%$293/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219125138 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2025 | Pending sale | $860,000$301/sqft |
Source:  CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219125138 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2025 | Contingent | $860,000$301/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219125138 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $860,000+9%$301/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219125138 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2005 | Sold | $789,000+50.3%$276/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/30/2002 | Sold | $525,000$184/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $830,000 -6.3% |
| 2025 | $11,194 +3.2% | $886,000 +3% |
| 2024 | $10,844 -9.7% | $860,000 -10.1% |
| 2023 | $12,003 -7.3% | $957,000 -7.6% |
| 2022 | $12,943 +23.1% | $1,035,984 +23.4% |
| 2021 | $10,518 +12.7% | $839,821 +12% |
| 2020 | $9,333 +2.9% | $749,840 +3% |
| 2019 | $9,069 +3.9% | $728,000 +4% |
| 2018 | $8,731 -0.1% | $700,000 |
| 2017 | $8,738 | $700,000 +5.3% |
| 2016 | $8,738 +1.2% | $665,000 -2.3% |
| 2015 | $8,638 +2.1% | $681,000 +2.4% |
| 2014 | $8,461 | $665,000 +2% |
| 2013 | -- | $652,000 +1.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $645,000 -0.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $646,000 -6.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $691,000 +15.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $599,000 -28.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $837,001 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $820,590 +4% |
| 2006 | -- | $789,000 +44.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $545,496 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $525,000 +9.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $479,623 |
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Neighborhood: Sun City Palm Desert
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