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Desert Palms 92211
78649 Waterfall Drive
$499,999
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78649 Waterfall Drive

Palm Desert, CA 92211
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
1,647 Ft²
$2,912
Est. Monthly
$457
HOA / Fees

About This Property

Your Desert Retreat Awaits! Priced to Sell! Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind home on an oversized corner lot  priced to make updates and truly create your own home. Step outside to your own private oasis: a sparkling pool and spa complete with a soothing waterfall feature, perfect for lazy afternoons or entertaining under the desert sky. Inside, this 3-bedroom, 2.25-bath home offers an open-concept layout warmed by an electric fireplace the kind of space that instantly feels like home. A flexible bonus room with two closets works beautifully as a home office or den, while the second master suite offers a true private retreat, complete with sliding doors that open onto your own courtyard. Skylights throughout the laundry room and both bathrooms fill the home with natural light for a bright, airy feel all day long. Built for Smart, Easy Living. This home is efficient with solar panels on the roof and a tankless, on-demand water heater means lower utility bills year-round, and a 240-volt garage outlet is ready for your EV. Need extra storage? A staircase leads to a spacious attic area, ideal for keeping life organized. Low-maintenance, high-impact landscaping- the desert-landscaped yard delivers low upkeep allowing for more time to enjoy the lifestyle, less time on yard work. This is a community you'll love. Perfectly suited for retirement or active 55+ living, this home sits in a warm, welcoming community with a low HOA fee that even includes Spectrum TV. Between the pool, the spa, and the energy-smart upgrades, this property is comfort and value rolled into one  schedule your showing today before it's gone! Priced to sell!
Unit Size
1,647 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.17 acres
Price per sqft
$304
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
$457
Year Built
1995

Listed By

Victoria Aguilar
Nelson Shelton Real Estate Era Powered
Toni Wells-Roth
Nelson Shelton & Associates

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Last updated: 2 days ago (CLAW #26985441)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Oct 22, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Oct 7, 2026 Price Decreased $499,999
↓ $25K (4.8%)
Price Decreased
Sep 9, 2026 Listed by Nelson Shelton & Associates $525,000
Listed by Nelson Shelton & Associates

Property Highlights

Garage
Fireplace
Parking Details
Has Garage
Parking Features: Garage, DoorMulti
Interior Details
Full Bathrooms: 2
Laundry Features: Inside, In Garage
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Den
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 1647
Architectural Style: Traditional
Year Built: 1995
Building Area Total: 1647
Levels: One
Pool Features: Association
Lot Size Area: 7405
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.17
Lot Size Square Feet: 7405
Utilities Details
Heating Type: Central
Location Details
HOA Fee: $457
HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1995
  • Effective Year Built: 1996
  • Building Count: 1
  • Bedroom Count: 2
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 18
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 1
  • Garage Square Area: 568
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 8

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7,405
  • Total Building Area: 2,371
  • Gross Building Area: 2,371
  • Building Area: 1,647
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 3
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,647
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 5
  • Water Service: 6

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: TRACT 27221
  • Land Acres: 0000000170
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 20
  • State Land Use Code: R01
  • Legal Description 1: LOT 235 MB 238/075 TR 27221

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Desert Sands Unified School District
  • Census Tract: 051401

Zoning

  • Zoning: SPZONE

Geography

  • Subdivision Tract Number: 27221
  • Parcel: 748-062-085
  • Lot: 235
  • Municipality: DESERT SANDS
  • Latitude: 33.7779
  • Longitude: -116.289

    Address

  • Full Address: 78649 Waterfall Dr
  • Address - House Number: 78649
  • Address - Street Name: Waterfall
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Palm Desert
  • Carrier Code: R080
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1452
  • Zip Code: 92211

Valuation

    Tax

  • Total Area: 1,647
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $661,274
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 075-135

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1777
  • Valuation Date: Jan 31, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 77
  • Final Value: 527,867
  • High Value: 621,696
  • Low Value: 434,038

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $443,430

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $516,195
  • Assessed Land Value: $128,237
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $387,958

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Mar 31, 2006
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Apr 19, 2006
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2006-0281611
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Jun 30, 1995
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Aug 11, 1994
  • Previous Sale Amount: $200,500
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 20

    Financing

  • First Mortgage Financing Type: ADJ
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 78649 Waterfall Drive built and last sold?
The property at 78649 Waterfall Drive was built in 1995 and last sold on Mar 31, 2006 for $420,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 78649 Waterfall Drive is $503,303.
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