Former Celebrity Home! Welcome to this lovely single family
home located at 81 Appian Way in the fashionable city of Palm Desert, CA. Built in 1998,
this home is located in the cozy gated community of Tierra Vista. This home has a large
wrap-around back yard with mature shade trees and excellent privacy, framed by
panoramic south and west facing mountain views. A stand-alone guest house provides one
bedroom and one full bath, with it's own private patio and garden area - perfect for hosting
family and friends. What's to like? 5 bedrooms, great floor plan,12 foot ceilings, full size
kitchen, wrap-around mountain views, large backyard with fruit trees, shade trees, separate
patios, pool and jacuzzi. The exterior of the home boasts beautiful landscaping and a
charming curb appeal. Step inside to find a well-designed floor plan with high ceilings,
large windows and plenty of natural light. The home has two fireplaces in the living room
and family room. The large chef's kitchen has granite countertops with plenty of cabinet
space, and is nicely separated from the living areas. The dining area has an expansive view
of the backyard garden and western mountains beyond - a scenic spot for enjoying meals
with family and friends. The spacious master bedroom occupies a separate wing of the
house with south facing mountain views. The master suite features a luxurious en-suite
bathroom, a large soaking tub, dual vanities, a separate walk-in shower and large walk-in
closet. The additional 4 bedrooms are generously sized and feature open garden and
mountain views. Outside, the backyard is a private oasis with a covered patio, lush
landscaping, and plenty of room for outdoor activities. The home features a 2-car garage for
parking and storage. The oversized driveway has room to park 4 additional cars or RV.
Located in a prime location in Palm Desert, this home is close to shopping, dining, parks,
and entertainment options. Don't miss your chance to make this beautiful property your
own. Schedule a showing today!
For sale
Listing Provided by:
William Johnson DRE #01463271 7607604320,
William Johnson, Broker
$1,500,000
81 Appian Way, Palm Desert, CA 92211
5beds
2,978sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
0.33 Acres Lot
$1,443,300 Zestimate®
$504/sqft
$235/mo HOA
What's special
Pool and jacuzziMature shade treesWrap-around mountain viewsShade treesCharming curb appealBeautiful landscapingLarge windows
- 66 days |
- 200 |
- 3 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 04, 2025 at 07:44pm
Listing Provided by:
William Johnson DRE #01463271 7607604320,
William Johnson, Broker
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC25223364
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Guest Quarters, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Enclosed Toilet, Full Bath on Main Level, Stone Counters, Separate Shower, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers, Utility Sink
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Dual
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, In-Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,978 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Door-Multi, Driveway Level, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, On Site, Private, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gas Heat, In Ground, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, In Ground, Private
- Fencing: Excellent Condition,Privacy,Stucco Wall
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Level, Rectangular Lot, Ranch, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Trees, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 632450043
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean,Ranch,Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Drywall, Frame, Glass, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Spanish Tile
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Electricity - On Property, 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Appliances
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Rural, Gated
- Security: Prewired, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Detection System, Security Gate, Gated Community, 24 Hour Security, Key Card Entry, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Tierra Vista (32430)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Security, Trash, Cable TV
- HOA fee: $235 monthly
- HOA name: Tierra Vista
- HOA phone: 760-565-3785
Location
- Region: Palm Desert
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $504/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,146,541
- Annual tax amount: $14,786
- Date on market: 9/23/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 66 days
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,443,300
$1.37M - $1.52M
$5,412/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000+78.8%$504/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC25223364 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2006 | Sold | $839,000+133.4%$282/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/1998 | Sold | $359,500$121/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,786 +2.3% | $1,146,541 +2% |
| 2024 | $14,457 +2.3% | $1,124,060 +2% |
| 2023 | $14,129 +8.8% | $1,102,021 +8.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$9,657/mo
Principal & interest
$7410
Property taxes
$1487
Other costs
$760
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92211
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10James Earl Carter Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 3/10Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 9/10Palm Desert High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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