Located in the best 55+ community in the valley, this unique Amethyst is one of the most popular 'carefree living' Duplex homes in the subdivision. The extra HOA takes care of landscaping, stucco, paint, and roof, so you can feel free to come and go as you please. This bright open floor plan has high ceilings, transom windows, newer Lenox A/C, 2-sided fireplace with stack stone surround, 12X24 porcelain tile, and newer carpet in the bedrooms. It has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living/dining room, and family room off the kitchen. The kitchen includes upgraded stained cabinets, newer appliances, recessed lights, and is open to the breakfast/family room and greenbelt view. The light/bright laundry room inside the home has a convenient folding table and cabinets. The primary suite has a greenbelt view, mini-split AC, remodeled bathroom with stained cabinets, slab granite counters, beautiful tiled shower with frameless glass door, custom closet, and huge skylight. The guest bedroom has been remastered to include the remodeled bathroom with stained cabinets, slab granite counters, and tiled shower. This home has 2 primary suites. The patio sits on a lush greenbelt, has custom overlay, gas line for BBQ, and upgraded landscaping lights. The 'smart' garage has epoxy floors, newer hot water tank, mini-split A/C, central vacuum, overhead racks, wi-fi enabled garage door opener, storage cabinets, and custom craftsman tool racks. This home is a must see!!
Sold for $469,000 on 01/13/25
Listing Provided by:
Sharon Dumas DRE #01970236 760-844-7500,
HomeSmart,
Lynda Dumas DRE #01933696 760-567-8903,
HomeSmart
$469,000
78408 Desert Willow Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2beds
1,790sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1993
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$464,700 Zestimate®
$262/sqft
$4,969 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 04, 2025 at 12:10pm
Listing Provided by:
Sharon Dumas DRE #01970236 760-844-7500,
HomeSmart,
Lynda Dumas DRE #01933696 760-567-8903,
HomeSmart
Bought with:
Greg Tormo, DRE #02068319
BD Homes-The Paul Kaplan Group
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219118563DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Multiple Primary Suites
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Windows: Blinds
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room, See Through
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,790 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete
- Fencing: Block
Lot
- Size: 5,227 sqft
- Features: Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Greenbelt, Planned Unit Development
Details
- Parcel number: 748091060
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Concrete
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1993
Details
- Builder model: Amethyst
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Gated Community, 24 Hour Security
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, Controlled Access, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Maintenance Grounds, Game Room, Lake or Pond, Management, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Picnic Area, Playground, Pet Restrictions, Recreation Room, Security, Tennis Court(s), Cable TV
- Association name: Sun City Palm Desert Comminity Assn.
- Association phone: 760-200-2202
- Second HOA fee: $43 monthly
- Third HOA fee: $217 monthly
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
Services availability

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