Located in the best 55+ community in the valley, this Montego model is one of the most popular. This open-concept home has a gated courtyard, an attached private casita, a beautiful inground spa and waterfall instaled in 2018, a built-in BBQ, and raised benches to enjoy the custom firepit, it's fabulous entertaining. The main home has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a den/office that can be used for an extra guestroom. The kitchen has a breakfast kitchenette, a recipe desk, a sitting bar, and is open to the dining room and living room. The large primary suite has a bay window, double vanity, walk-in shower, walk-in closet, private toilet room, and it has a door out to the awesome backyard. The large private backyard faces cool north, and is perfect for relaxing or hanging out with friends. The 2-car garage has epoxy floors, storage cabinets, and a side door. The exterior has been recently painted in contemporary desert tones and the landscape is set up for easy lock-and-go maintenance. This is a true gem. SUN CITY PALM DESERT IS ALL ABOUT LIFESTYLE!! It has many clubs, activities, amenities, and low HOA dues. Play at 2 championship 18-hole golf courses and practice facilities, pickle ball, tennis, softball, bocci ball, an 18-hole miniature golf course, an honor library, arts and crafts, a ballroom for special entertainment, and 4 saltwater pools kept at 87 degrees with hot tubs. Enjoy 2 great restaurants, a martini/coffee bar, and even a post office. There is a newly renovated classy indoor/outdoor bar with fire tables to enjoy the awesome views and our beautiful desert weather.
Sold for $579,000 on 10/03/25
Listing Provided by:
Sharon Dumas DRE #01970236 760-844-7500,
HomeSmart,
Lynda Dumas DRE #01933696 760-567-8903,
HomeSmart
$579,000
78854 Tamarind Pod Ct, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3beds
2,034sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$561,800 Zestimate®
$285/sqft
$4,227 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 21 hours ago
Listing Provided by:
Sharon Dumas DRE #01970236 760-844-7500,
HomeSmart,
Lynda Dumas DRE #01933696 760-567-8903,
HomeSmart
Bought with:
Anthony Caronna, DRE #01995573
Anthony Caronna Real Estate
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219132643DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchenette, Solid Surface Counters
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Area
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Windows: Shutters
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,034 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered
- Spa features: Heated, In Ground, Private
- Fencing: Block
Lot
- Size: 7,405 sqft
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Planned Unit Development, Sprinklers Timer
Details
- Parcel number: 748030076
- 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: 1999
Details
- Builder model: Montego w/casita
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Prewired, 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: $398 monthly
- Amenities included: Bocce Court, Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Game Room, Meeting Room, Management, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Playground, 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: $44 monthly
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
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$561,800
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