NOT LISTED FOR SALE

262 Serena Dr Palm Desert, CA 92260

Estimated Value: $516,502 - $587,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,584 Sq Ft
$868/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold February 06, 2025

Last sale price $550,000 $347 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $4,161/month

147 Days on Market

Highlights

  • On Golf Course
  • Fitness Center
  • Gated Community
  • James Earl Carter Elementary School Rated A-
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Updated Kitchen

About This Home

As of February 2025

Fabulous fairway views from this wonderfully updated, TURNKEY FURNISHED, 2BD+Den/2BA, 30 Plan! Kitchen looks onto the golf course and features stainless appliances, beautiful cabinetry & hardware, honed granite counters, and recessed lighting. Wall removed between kitchen and dining area creates flow into the living areas. Additional upgrades include neutral tile & paint, remodeled baths, plantation shutters, updated lighting, and ceiling fans. Converted atrium adds additional living area to the Den/Office/TV room. Large 2 car garage with work area and additional storage. 27 holes of Ted Robinson designed golf, 13 tennis courts, 20 pickleball courts, bocce, and 37 pools for your enjoyment. Centrally located in the heart of Palm Desert, Monterey CC is one of the most active clubs in the desert. Here is your opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dean Wartelle

Bennion Deville Homes License #01796055 Listed on: 09/10/2024

Bennion Deville Homes

Last Buyer's Agent

Dean Wartelle

Bennion Deville Homes License #01796055 Listed on: 09/10/2024

Bennion Deville Homes

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • On Golf Course
  • End Unit

HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Golf Course
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Turnkey
  • "S" Clay Tile Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,584 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • High Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Shutters
  • Custom Window Coverings
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Den
  • Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Side by Side Parking

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Heated Spa
  • In Ground Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Location

  • Ground Level
  • Property is near clubhouse

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 622083009

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include building & grounds, trash, security, cable TV
  • 1,206 Units
  • Monterey Country Club Subdivision, 30 Plan
  • On-Site Maintenance

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Bocce Ball Court
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed with Restrictions

Security

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

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$868 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Attached/Detached: Yes
  • Levels: One
  • Builder Model Name: 30 Plan
  • Building Number Of Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: Ground Level - No Steps
  • Included In Sale: Turnkey furnished
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 366.16
  • Lp Sp Ratio: 0.9500
  • Unit Total In Complex: 1206
  • View Type: Golf Course, Mountain(s)
  • Water District Name: CVWD
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Listing I D: 219118961
  • Listing Member Address: 71-691 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
  • Listing Office Address: 71-691 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage Office, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
  • Listing Office Fax: (760) 770-6951
  • Selling Member Address: 71-691 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
  • Selling Office Address: 71-691 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage Office, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
  • Selling Office Fax: (760) 770-6951
  • Land Type: Fee
  • Subdivision: Monterey Country Club
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Interior Amenities: High Ceilings (9 Ft+), Wet Bar
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom Features: Remodeled, Tile Shower
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Eating Areas: Living/Dining Combo
  • Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Remodeled
  • Laundry: Individual Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1584.00
  • Windows Treatments: Custom Window Covering, Shutters

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Stucco
  • Other Features: End Unit
  • Roofing: Clay Tile
  • Patio: Enclosed
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Construction: In Ground
  • Pool Description: Heated, Community
  • Pool Location: Community
  • Planned Unit Development: No
  • Spa Hot Tub: Yes
  • Spa Hot Tub Construction: In Ground
  • Spa Hot Tub Description: Community, Heated
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description: Attached
  • Parking: Side By Side
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • TV Svcs: Cable TV
  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Security: 24 Hour Security, Gated Community
  • Sewer: In, Connected and Paid
  • Water: Water District
  • Water Heater Feature: Gas

Association/Amenities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fees Include: Building & Grounds, Trash, Security, Cable TV
  • Association Amenities: Bocce Ball Court, Tennis Courts, Management, Maintenance Grounds, Golf Course, Fitness Center, Clubhouse, Controlled Access
  • HOA Information: Yes
  • HOA Fee 1: 735.00
  • HOA Fee 2: 133.23
  • Total Monthly Association Fees: 868.00
  • Unit Location: End Unit

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 622083009
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Lot Location: Close to Clubhouse, On Golf Course
  • Lot Size: 1600.00

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Turnkey
  • Land Lease Type: Fee Simple
  • Short Term Rentals: Unknown

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 10, 2024
Closed on
Jan 28, 2025
Sold by
Howard R Katelman Revocable Trust and Katelman Howard R
Bought by
Lauer Family Revocable Trust and Lauer
Seller's Agent
Dean Wartelle
Bennion Deville Homes
Buyer's Agent
Dean Wartelle
Bennion Deville Homes
List Price
$580,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-5.17%
Views
20
Current Estimated Value
$549,126

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$874
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2018
Sold by
Katelman Howard R
Bought by
Katelman Howard R and Katelman Susan E

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 10, 2014
Closed on
Mar 7, 2014
Sold by
Longee Donald and Longee Myrna
Bought by
Katelman Howard and Katelman Susan
Seller's Agent
Ted Broome
Bennion Deville Homes
Buyer's Agent
Ted Broome
Bennion Deville Homes
List Price
$345,000
Sold Price
$325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-5.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.51%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2012
Closed on
Sep 19, 2012
Sold by
Hebebrand Philip H
Bought by
Longee Donald and Longee Myrna
Seller's Agent
Ted Broome
Bennion Deville Homes
Buyer's Agent
John Jay
Bennion Deville Homes
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-9.7%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.54%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 12, 2006
Sold by
Hebebrand Philip H
Bought by
Hebebrand Philip H
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lauer Family Revocable Trust $550,000 Orange Coast Title
Katelman Howard R -- None Available
Katelman Howard R -- None Available
Katelman Howard $325,000 Orange Coast Title Co
Longee Donald $270,000 Lawyers Title
Hebebrand Philip H -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/06/2025 02/06/25 Sold $550,000 -5.2% $347 / Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Pending -- -- --
09/10/2024 09/10/24 For Sale $580,000 +78.5% $366 / Sq Ft
03/17/2014 03/17/14 Sold $325,000 -5.8% $186 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/10/2014 02/10/14 For Sale $345,000 +27.8% $198 / Sq Ft
10/01/2012 10/01/12 Sold $270,000 -9.7% $155 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/26/2012 09/26/12 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2012 04/18/12 For Sale $299,000 -- $171 / Sq Ft
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

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 $5,227 $398,389 $139,431 $258,958
2023 $5,227 $382,921 $134,018 $248,903
2022 $4,985 $375,414 $131,391 $244,023
2021 $4,872 $368,054 $128,815 $239,239
2020 $4,785 $364,281 $127,495 $236,786
2019 $4,700 $357,140 $124,996 $232,144
2018 $4,616 $350,139 $122,547 $227,592
2017 $4,528 $343,275 $120,145 $223,130
2016 $4,424 $336,545 $117,790 $218,755
2015 $4,441 $331,492 $116,022 $215,470
2014 $3,417 $247,614 $75,029 $172,585
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 219118961

California Desert Association of REALTORS®

APN: 622-083-009