Resort-Style Living in Sun City Palm Desert. Stunning Solar-Powered Pool Home!Nestled within the prestigious 55+ community of Sun City Palm Desert, this sought-after Emerald model residence perfectly blends comfort, elegance, and desert lifestyle. This solar-powered pool home is thoughtfully upgraded and offers exceptional indoor/outdoor living.Step into a light-filled interior with soaring double-tray ceilings, plantation shutters, new plush carpeting, and a great room layout that flows seamlessly from the kitchen to the living spaces, perfect for entertaining.The heart of the home, the chef's kitchen, features a skylight, expansive island, and a bright kitchen that opens to the family room with a fireplace and built-ins as well as a kitchen nook. The photos do not reflect the kitchen upgrades including stainless steel ovens, microwave, dishwasher and new gas range. A formal dining area and elegant living room overlook the lush, south-facing tropical backyard and glistening private pool with waterfall, all powered by a new pump and heater for maximum efficiency and enjoyment.The spacious primary suite is a serene retreat with a charming bay window framing the resort-style backyard. The ensuite bath offers a dual vanity, custom walk-in closet, walk-in shower, and a brand new Safe Step walk-in tub for added comfort and accessibility.Guests will enjoy their own private bedroom and full bathroom, while a versatile third bedroom can serve as a home office, craft room, or additional guest quarters.Additional highlights include:Two brand-new HVAC systemsNew hot water tank with recirculating pumpGenerous laundry room with ample storageTwo car garage with built-in cabinetry, an extra golf cart garage, and mini-split A/CThis home offers the very best of active adult living, complete with world-class amenities, scenic golf, fitness centers, pools, and vibrant social clubs with low HOA fees which incudes internet and cable for 2 tvs, including premium channels ie HBO, DIsney, etc.
Sold for $680,000 on 10/21/25
Listing Provided by:
Nadira Lee DRE #01344628 760-409-2536,
Equity Union
Bought with: Grand Luxury Properties
$680,000
78197 Bonanza Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3beds
2,029sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$678,400 Zestimate®
$335/sqft
$4,253 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 31, 2025 at 08:36pm
Listing Provided by:
Nadira Lee DRE #01344628 760-409-2536,
Equity Union
Bought with:
Bruce Morgan, DRE #02277792
Grand Luxury Properties
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219132801DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Multiple Primary Suites
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Solid Surface Counters
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Tray Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Doors: Double Door Entry
- Windows: Shutters
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Gas Starter
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,029 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Electric Heat, In Ground, Private, Waterfall
- Fencing: Block
Lot
- Size: 7,405 sqft
- Features: Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Planned Unit Development
Details
- Parcel number: 748160079
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Details
- Builder model: Emerald with pool
- Builder name: Del Webb
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Gated Community, 24 Hour Security, Key Card Entry
Community
- Community features: Golf, Gated
Senior living
- Senior community: Yes
Location
- Region: Palm Desert
- Subdivision: Sun City
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $374 monthly
- Amenities included: Bocce Court, Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Maintenance Grounds, Lake or Pond, Meeting Room, Management, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Other Courts, Pet Restrictions, Recreation Room, Security, Tennis Court(s), Cable TV
- Association name: Sun City Palm Desert Comm Assn
- Association phone: 760-200-2202
- Second HOA fee: $43 monthly
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
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