NOT LISTED FOR SALE

252 Serena Dr Palm Desert, CA 92260

Estimated Value: $460,000 - $527,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,303 Sq Ft
$592/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold February 15, 2017

Last sale price $279,000 $214 Per Sq Ft

Est. 75% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,543/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • On Golf Course
  • Fitness Center
  • Two Primary Bedrooms
  • James Earl Carter Elementary School Rated A-
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Panoramic View

About This Home

As of February 2017

Enjoy your morning coffee on the sunny extended patio of this updated 2BR/2BA Monterey Country Club 20 Plan condominium. This floorplan is a favorite because of its large private entry courtyard as well as the great separation between its two master suites. The unit enjoys panoramic course and mountain views and its lengthy list of updates include new flooring throughout, fresh paint, paneled interior doors, beautiful kitchen with slab granite countertops, built-in barbecue, new hot water heater, new dishwasher, new commodes, ceiling fans and recessed lighting. The unit is beautifully furnished and decorated and most furnishings are available outside of escrow. See this home quickly, it's a 10! Monterey Country Club features 27 holes of championship golf, pickleball, tennis, recently renovated fitness center and a full service clubhouse with a very active social calendar.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jim Brock

Tarbell REALTORS License #01492913 Listed on: 01/04/2017

Co-Listed By

Mike Brubaker

Tarbell REALTORS License #01108071

Last Buyer's Agent

Debbie Miller

Real Estate Associates of The Desert License #01012666

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,488

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • On Golf Course
  • East Facing Home

HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Golf Course
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,303 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Range
  • Range Hood
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Double Master Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa
  • Fence Around Pool

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Underground Utilities
  • Property is located within a water district
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Built-In Barbecue
  • Ground Level

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 622083014

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include building & grounds, trash, security, insurance, cable TV
  • 1,206 Units
  • Built by Sunrise Development
  • Monterey Country Club Subdivision, 20 Plan
  • On-Site Maintenance

Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Meeting Room

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Pet Policy

  • Pet Restriction

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Controlled Access
  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,488

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$592 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Orientation Faces: Leisure Faces East
  • Levels: Ground Level, No Unit Above, One
  • Builder Model Name: 20 Plan
  • Builder Name: Sunrise Development
  • Builders Tract Code: Monterey Country Clu
  • Disability Access: No Interior Steps
  • Entry Location: Ground Level - No Steps
  • Included In Sale: Most furnishings available outside of escrow.
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 214.12
  • Lp Sp Ratio: 1.0000
  • Unit Total In Complex: 1206
  • View Type: Golf Course, Panoramic, Mountain(s)
  • Water District Name: CVWD
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Co Listing Office Address: 74245 Hwy 111, Ste 100, Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Co Listing Office Fax: (760) 568-3982
  • Listing I D: 217000130
  • Listing Office Address: 74245 Hwy 111, Ste 100, Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Listing Office Fax: (760) 568-3982
  • Selling Member Address: 74894 Lennon Place #C-1, Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Selling Member Fax: (760) 321-6848
  • Selling Office Address: 32 Belmonte Dr., Palm Desert, CA 92211
  • Selling Office Fax: (866) 337-3891
  • Land Type: Fee
  • Subdivision: Monterey Country Club
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave Oven, Electric Range, Water Line to Refrigerator, Washer, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dishwasher
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings (9 Ft+)
  • Range Hood: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Bedroom Features: 2 Master Bedrooms
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Dining Area
  • Kitchen Features: Granite Counters
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1303.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Stucco
  • Roofing: Tile
  • Built-in BBQ: Gas
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Accessories: Safety Fence, Safety Gate
  • Pool Construction: In Ground
  • Pool Description: Heated
  • Pool Location: Community
  • Spa Hot Tub: Yes
  • Spa Hot Tub Construction: In Ground
  • Spa Hot Tub Description: Community
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description: Attached
  • Parking: On Street, Driveway
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • TV Svcs: Cable TV
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Security: 24 Hour Security
  • Sewer: In, Connected and Paid
  • Water: Water District
  • Water Heater Feature: Gas

Association/Amenities

  • Community Features: Golf Course Within Development
  • Association #1 Frequency: Monthly
  • Association #2 Frequency: Monthly
  • Pet Rules: Assoc Pet Rules, Yes
  • Gated Community: Yes
  • Golf Course Within Development: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fees Include: Building & Grounds, Trash, Security, Insurance, Cable TV
  • Association Amenities: Controlled Access, Tennis Courts, Pet Rules, Management, Meeting Room, Maintenance Grounds, Fitness Center, Clubhouse
  • HOA Information: Yes
  • HOA Fee 1: 490.00
  • HOA Fee 2: 102.00
  • Total Monthly Association Fees: 592.00
  • Unit Location: Inside Unit

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 622083014
  • Lot Acres: 0.0600
  • Lot Description: Street Lighting, Utilities Underground
  • Lot Location: On Golf Course
  • Lot Size: 2614.00

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Land Lease Type: Fee Simple
  • Short Term Rentals: Yes

Tax Info

  • Mello Roos: Unknown

MLS Schools

  • School District: Desert Sands Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 18, 2020
Sold by
Peightal Mary S
Bought by
Peightal Mary S
Current Estimated Value
$487,429

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2019
Sold by
Beebe David V and Beebe Sunell D
Bought by
Peightal Mary S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Outstanding Balance
$141,339
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$346,090

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 4, 2017
Closed on
Jan 10, 2017
Sold by
Cracraft Lester Ray and Cracraft Paula Arlene
Bought by
Beebe David V and Beebe Sunell D
Seller's Agent
Jim Brock
Tarbell REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Debbie Miller
Real Estate Associates of The Desert
List Price
$279,000
Sold Price
$279,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.64%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 16, 2011
Sold by
Stroud Ronald O and Stroud Loralee
Bought by
Cracraft Lester Ray and Cracraft Paula Arlene

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
4.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2006
Sold by
Stroud Harold R and Stroud Frances J
Bought by
Stroud Ronald O and Stroud Loralee

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2001
Sold by
Evenson Gay D and Evenson Sandra M
Bought by
Stroud Harold R and Stroud Frances J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 1998
Sold by
William Symonds James and William Louise Larson
Bought by
Evenson Gay D and Evenson Sandra M
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Peightal Mary S -- None Available
Peightal Mary S $308,000 Lawyers Title
Beebe David V $279,000 First American Title Company
Cracraft Lester Ray $240,000 Orange Coast Title Of Ca
Stroud Ronald O $405,000 First American Title Company
Stroud Harold R $205,000 Orange Coast Title
Evenson Gay D $110,000 Benefit Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Peightal Mary S $160,000
Previous Owner Cracraft Lester Ray $150,000
Previous Owner Stroud Harold R $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/15/2017 02/15/17 Sold $279,000 0.0% $214 / Sq Ft
01/07/2017 01/07/17 Pending -- -- --
01/04/2017 01/04/17 For Sale $279,000 -- $214 / Sq Ft
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,488 $336,838 $76,553 $260,285
2023 $4,488 $323,760 $73,581 $250,179
2022 $4,275 $317,413 $72,139 $245,274
2021 $4,176 $311,190 $70,725 $240,465
2020 $3,958 $296,075 $103,625 $192,450
2019 $3,888 $290,271 $101,594 $188,677
2018 $3,820 $284,580 $99,603 $184,977
2017 $3,578 $264,928 $92,723 $172,205
2016 $3,497 $259,734 $90,905 $168,829
2015 $3,511 $255,835 $89,541 $166,294
2014 $3,237 $233,000 $82,000 $151,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 217000130

California Desert Association of REALTORS®

APN: 622-083-014