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Sold for $590,000
  • Listed by: HomeSmart • Lynda Dumas • Contact: 760-567-8903
    Bought with: Bennion Deville Homes
    $590,000

    78892 Fountain Hills Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

    3beds
    2,185sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1994
    7,841 Square Feet Lot
    $590,000 Zestimate®
    $270/sqft
    $3,417 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $590,000

    $543,000 - $643,000

    $3,417/mo

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    What's special

    Curb appealTranquil water featureGated courtyardStylish built-insBrand new carpetBreakfast barWall of windows
    55+ Sun City Palm Desert--The ''Best Bang for your Buck'' in the whole Coachella Valley and beyond. Rarely does an opportunity come along to own one of the most coveted floor plans in this award-winning active lifestyle adult community in the desert. Introducing a truly spectacular Emerald ''Estate'' model home with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms situated on a rare oversized corner lot located close to the main Mountain View Clubhouse. This luxurous home offers unmatched privacy, curb appeal, outdoor living and entertaining potential. You will find premium upgrades featuring a double door entry with custom glass insert, high coffered ceilings, plantation shutters, (4) skylights, wood-like plank tile throughout except guest room, and new HVAC (2025). A gated courtyard leads through double glass doors, opening up to the light and bright main living and dining area, a wall of windows and a sliding door access to the cool north facing backyard. Gather in the heart of the home, the open-concept kitchen and family room that has been transformed with stunning quartz counters, large island offering plenty of workspace perfect for meal prep and entertaining and breakfast bar, white cabinets, double wall ovens, stainless appliances custom farm sink and upgraded faucet. The family room has stylish built-ins and breakfast nook and access to the patio. The master bedroom suite has bay window with a view, bathroom has dual vanity, soaking tub, separate shower, oversized walk-in closet with custom organizing system. The spacious, extended guest suite doubles as an ''attached casita'' with ''french doors'' access to the front courtyard, featuring brand new carpet, closet, and a full bath with tub and shower. The third bedroom is spacious and has an ''en-suite'' half bath that doubles as a guest bath with separate access. The laundry room has washer and dryer, upper cabinets, utility sink, Corian counters and vertical blinds. The extended 2 car plus golf cart garage has overhead storage, storage cabinets. The true highlight of this property is the expansive, private outdoor space taking full advantage of the large corner lot. The backyard is a meticulously maintained oasis with mature desert landscaping and custom pavers, featuring a tranquil water feature, perfect for enjoying a quiet morning coffee or hosting family and neighborhood gatherings.

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    Listed by:

    Lynda Dumas DRE #01933696 760-567-8903,

    HomeSmart,

    Sharon Dumas DRE #01970236 760-567-1298,

    HomeSmart

    Bought with:

    Jeremy Avriette, DRE #01962138

    Bennion Deville Homes

    Sabryna Scholte-Gamboni, DRE #01967449

    Bennion Deville Homes

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219146228DAMLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Family Room, Great Room, Living Room, Dining Room
    Kitchen
    • Features: Quartz Counters
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Has cooling: Yes
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Laundry Room
    Features
    • Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Tray Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings
    • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
    • Doors: Double Door Entry, Sliding Doors
    • Windows: Shutters
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,185 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Driveway, Golf Cart Garage, Side By Side
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 2
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Covered
    • Fencing: Block
    Lot
    • Size: 7,841 Square Feet
    • Features: Corner Lot, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Planned Unit Development
    Details
    • Parcel number: 748170019
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco
    • Roof: Tile
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1994
    Details
    • Builder model: Emerald

    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, Controlled Access, Fitness Center, Game Room, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Pet Restrictions, Tennis Court(s), Cable TV
    • HOA fee: $395 monthly
    • HOA name: Sun City Palm Desert Community Assoc.
    • HOA phone: 760-200-2222
    • Second HOA fee: $44 monthly
    Location
    • Region: Palm Desert

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $270/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $496,834
    • Date on market: 4/11/2026
    • Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan
    • Inclusions: Washer, dryer and refrigerator. Furnishings negotiable outside of escrow.
    • Exclusions: Staging items.

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/24/2026Sold$590,000-1.5%$270/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #219146228DA Report a problem
    6/4/2026Pending sale$599,000$274/sqft
    Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219146228 Report a problem
    5/18/2026Contingent$599,000$274/sqft
    Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219146228 Report a problem
    4/11/2026Listed for sale$599,000+33.1%$274/sqft
    Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219146228 Report a problem
    9/16/2020Sold$450,000+7.1%$206/sqft
    Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219048631 Report a problem
    9/3/2020Pending sale$420,000$192/sqft
    Source: Bennion Deville Homes #219048631 Report a problem
    8/29/2020Listed for sale$420,000+18.6%$192/sqft
    Source: Bennion Deville Homes #219048631 Report a problem
    10/18/2016Sold$354,000+1.4%$162/sqft
    Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #216024484 Report a problem
    9/7/2016Pending sale$349,000$160/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Palm Desert #216024484 Report a problem
    9/4/2016Listed for sale$349,000$160/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Res. Brokerage #216024484 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026-- $496,834 +2%
    2025$6,317 +2.4%$487,093 +2%
    2024$6,169 +2.4%$477,543 +2%
    2023$6,025 +2.4%$468,180 +2%
    2022$5,885 +2.3%$459,000 +2%
    2021$5,752 +17.7%$450,000 +19.8%
    2020$4,886 +1.9%$375,666 +2%
    2019$4,797 +1.9%$368,301 +2%
    2018$4,709 +1.6%$361,080 +2%
    2017$4,635 $354,000 +7.3%
    2016$4,635 +17.4%$330,000 +10.3%
    2015$3,948 +1.6%$299,061 +2%
    2014$3,885 $293,205 +0.5%
    2013-- $291,883 +2%
    2012-- $286,160 +2%
    2011-- $280,550 +0.8%
    2010-- $278,455 -0.2%
    2009-- $279,118 +2%
    2008-- $273,646 +2%
    2007-- $268,281 +2%
    2006-- $263,022 +2%
    2005-- $257,866 +3.9%
    2003-- $248,180 +2%
    2002-- $243,315 +2%
    2001$2,862 +1.5%$238,545 +2%
    2000$2,819 $233,869
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Sun City Palm Desert

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