Located in the best 55+ community in the valley, Sun City Palm Desert, the St. Maarten is one of the most popular models. This home has a NEWER TOP OF THE LINE LENNOX HVAC, NEW IRRIGATION, AND AN AWESOME SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM. Enjoy the large gated courtyard with a concrete picnic table perfect for morning coffee and the paper. It has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open concept floor plan that's great for entertaining. The kitchen has Corian counters, a center island, upgraded cabinets, and a stainless fridge. It adjoins the laundry room, which has upper cabinets and a washer and dryer. The living room has new inlaid carpet, a fan/light, and a nice view of the lush, cool, north-facing backyard. The master suite is spacious with a view of the backyard. The bathroom has a double vanity, extra cabinets, a private toilet room, a walk-in closet, and a walk-in shower. The guest bedroom has a Murphy bed, is adjacent to the 2nd full bathroom, and is very inviting. The 2-car garage has storage cabinets, a sink, and an extra nook for a workshop or a golf cart. The backyard has a built-in BBQ bar, raised garden wall, misters, and is very private. Some Furnishings are available outside of escrow. An exclusions list will be provided upon request.
For sale
Listed by: HomeSmart • Sharon Dumas • Contact: 760-567-1298
$439,000
78748 Palm Tree Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2beds
1,578sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
4,792 Square Feet Lot
$430,800 Zestimate®
$278/sqft
$467/mo HOA
What's special
Center islandAwesome surround sound systemNew irrigationStainless fridgeUpgraded cabinets
- 6 days |
- 764 |
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Sharon Dumas DRE #01970236 760-567-1298,
HomeSmart,
Lynda Dumas DRE #01933696 760-567-8903,
HomeSmart
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219149979DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Great Room, Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Solid Surface Counters
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,578 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered
- Fencing: Block
Lot
- Size: 4,792 Square Feet
- Features: Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Planned Unit Development
Details
- Parcel number: 748230049
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Concrete
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Details
- Builder model: St. Maarten
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Gated
- Security: Prewired, Gated Community, 24 Hour Security
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: Sun City
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Bocce Court, Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Game Room, Management, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Playground, Pet Restrictions, Recreation Room, Security, Tennis Court(s), Cable TV
- HOA fee: $422 monthly
- HOA name: Sun City Palm Desert Community Association
- HOA phone: 760-200-2202
- Second HOA fee: $45 monthly
Location
- Region: Palm Desert
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $278/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $479,399
- Annual tax amount: $6,223
- Date on market: 7/6/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Exclusions: Staging items. Furnishings are available OSE.
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$430,800
Estimated sales range
$409,000 - $452,000
Rent Zestimate®
$2,631/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $439,000-6.6%$278/sqft |
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| 7/12/2023 | Sold | $470,000-1.9%$298/sqft |
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| 7/12/2023 | Pending sale | $479,000$304/sqft |
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| 6/16/2023 | Contingent | $479,000$304/sqft |
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| 5/11/2023 | Price change | $479,000-2%$304/sqft |
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| 3/14/2023 | Listed for sale | $489,000+22.3%$310/sqft |
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| 1/10/2023 | Sold | $400,000-2.2%$253/sqft |
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| 12/28/2022 | Pending sale | $409,000$259/sqft |
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| 11/30/2022 | Price change | $409,000-4.7%$259/sqft |
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| 11/12/2022 | Listed for sale | $429,000+122.9%$272/sqft |
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| 8/28/1997 | Sold | $192,500$122/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,223 +2.4% | $479,399 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,076 +15.8% | $470,000 +17.5% |
| 2023 | $5,246 +37.7% | $400,000 +38.1% |
| 2022 | $3,811 +2.5% | $289,613 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,719 +1.8% | $283,936 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,653 +1.9% | $281,025 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,586 +1.9% | $275,515 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,520 +1.5% | $270,113 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,468 | $264,818 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,468 +1.6% | $259,627 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,415 +1.6% | $255,729 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,361 | $250,721 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $249,590 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $244,697 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $239,900 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $238,110 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $238,678 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $233,999 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $229,412 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $224,915 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $220,506 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $212,223 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $208,063 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Sun City Palm Desert
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Ronald Reagan Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10Desert Ridge AcademyGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Shadow Hills High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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