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Sold for $549,000
  • Listing Provided by: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
    Bought with: Elevate Real Estate Agency
    $549,000

    78643 Palm Tree Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92211

    2beds
    1,578sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1997
    4,792 Square Feet Lot
    $551,200 Zestimate®
    $348/sqft
    $2,631 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $551,200

    $502,000 - $606,000

    $2,631/mo

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    What's special

    Soothing water featureNew refrigeratorSouth-facing patioSpacious guest suiteFlagstone hardscapeVersatile denLuxurious primary suite
    Welcome to this stunning, meticulously maintained, and beautifully upgraded one-of-a-kind St. Maarten model offering 2 Bedrooms PLUS Den & 2 Baths. A home that truly stands apart for its elegance, warmth, and attention to detail. You're greeted by a gorgeous custom courtyard featuring stacked stone accents, wrought iron detailing, and a soothing water feature that instantly sets a tone of tranquility. Step inside to discover spacious living areas with 20-inch tile flooring and rich hardwood floors in the bedrooms and den and attractive custom shutters throughout. The open-concept great room is designed for effortless entertaining and everyday comfort. It flows seamlessly into the reimagined chef's kitchen, a showpiece with custom Alder wood cabinetry, pullout shelving, inset glass panels, a generous granite island with pendant lighting, and stainless-steel appliances, including a new refrigerator. The inviting great room features a custom Alder media center and expansive views of the sunny, south-facing patio, perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. The luxurious primary suite is a serene retreat offering a custom walk-in closet with built-in organizers and a spa-inspired ensuite with dual sinks, makeup vanity, elegant cabinetry, marble countertops, and a travertine-tiled shower. A spacious guest suite on the opposite side provides privacy. The guest bath is enhanced with attractive cabinetry, rimless glass shower enclosure, and high-end finishes. The versatile den makes an ideal office, hobby space, or additional guest area. Step outdoors to your private entertainer's paradise, a south-facing patio featuring an alumawood cover that has been freshly painted, flagstone hardscape, lush artificial turf, and a cozy natural gas fire pit perfect for evening gatherings & conversations beneath the stars. Additional highlights include: indoor laundry with new stackable washer/dryer (2024), two-car garage with utility sink, tankless water heater, and MaXimum workbench/storage, HVAC (2022), refrigerator (2023), garbage disposal (2023), kitchen faucet (2024), and new smoke/CO₂ detectors. Offered turnkey furnished. This exceptional, move-in-ready home embodies comfort, sophistication, and true pride of ownership, a must-see!

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    Listing Provided by:

    Araceli Vazquez DRE #01320081 760-578-2986,

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties,

    Damaris Dyal DRE #01923165 760-832-4545,

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    Bought with:

    Darcy Woolman, DRE #01406869

    Elevate Real Estate Agency

    Dale MIller, DRE #01972899

    Elevate Real Estate Agency

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219138710DAMLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Primary Suite
    Bathroom
    • Features: Separate Shower, Vanity
    Kitchen
    • Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
    Other
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
    Heating
    • Central, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater
    • Laundry: Laundry Room
    Features
    • Breakfast Bar, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Tile, Wood
    • Doors: Sliding Doors
    • Windows: Shutters
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,578 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Side By Side
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Stone, See Remarks
    • Fencing: Block
    Lot
    • Size: 4,792 sqft
    • Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Planned Unit Development
    Details
    • Parcel number: 748230067
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco
    • Roof: Tile
    Condition
    • Updated/Remodeled
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1997
    Details
    • Builder model: St. Maarten
    • Builder name: Del Webb

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Cable Available

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Gated Community, 24 Hour Security
    Community
    • Community features: Gated
    Senior living
    • Senior community: Yes
    Location
    • Region: Palm Desert
    • Subdivision: Sun City

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $398 monthly
    • Amenities included: Bocce Court, Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Game Room, Lake or Pond, Meeting Room, Management, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Other Courts, Pet Restrictions, Recreation Room, Tennis Court(s), Cable TV
    • Association name: SCPDCA
    • Association phone: 760-200-2222
    • Second HOA fee: $45 monthly

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash,Submit

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    1/22/2026Sold$549,000$348/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #219138710DA Report a problem
    12/24/2025Pending sale$549,000$348/sqft
    Source: BHHS broker feed #219138710 Report a problem
    12/24/2025Contingent$549,000$348/sqft
    Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219138710 Report a problem
    11/13/2025Listed for sale$549,000+44.9%$348/sqft
    Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219138710 Report a problem
    3/29/2018Sold$379,000$240/sqft
    Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #218006158 Report a problem
    3/1/2018Pending sale$379,000$240/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Palm Desert #218006158 Report a problem
    2/21/2018Listed for sale$379,000+151.8%$240/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Res. Brokerage #218006158 Report a problem
    6/27/1997Sold$150,500$95/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$5,719 +2.4%$431,229 +2%
    2024$5,584 +2.4%$422,775 +2%
    2023$5,453 +2.4%$414,486 +2%
    2022$5,326 +2.3%$406,360 +2%
    2021$5,206 +1.8%$398,394 +1%
    2020$5,112 $394,310 +2%
    2019-- $386,580 +79.7%
    2018$2,852 +1.3%$215,115 +2%
    2017$2,815 $210,898 +2%
    2016$2,815 +1.4%$206,763 +1.5%
    2015$2,775 +1.6%$203,660 +2%
    2014$2,731 $199,673 +0.5%
    2013-- $198,772 +2%
    2012-- $194,876 +2%
    2011-- $191,056 +0.8%
    2010-- $189,630 -0.2%
    2009-- $190,083 +2%
    2008-- $186,357 +2%
    2007-- $182,704 +2%
    2006-- $179,122 +2%
    2005-- $175,610 +3.9%
    2003-- $169,013 +2%
    2002-- $165,700 +2%
    2001$1,987 +1.7%$162,452 +2%
    2000$1,954 $159,268

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    Neighborhood: Sun City Palm Desert

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