NOT LISTED FOR SALE

298 Desert Falls Dr E Palm Desert, CA 92211

Desert Falls Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $389,000 - $444,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,330 Sq Ft
$548/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold November 26, 2018

Last sale price $259,000 $195 Per Sq Ft

Est. 57% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,007/month

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Fitness Center
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • James Earl Carter Elementary School Rated A-
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gated Community

About This Home

As of November 2018

Tastefully remodeled with a simple, yet rich style, this 2 bedroom/2 bath, lower level condo is ideally situated in a private location with lovely views. The kitchen has been completely remodeled and reconfigured, adding space and functionality. New, high end cabinets with soft-close doors/drawers, fashionably completed with Euro-bar pulls on all cabinets. New, desirable quartz countertops add beauty as well as function to the kitchen. All new stainless steel appliances, sink, and hardware. Both bathrooms were remodeled with coordinating new vanities, quartz countertops, new hardware, and mirrors. This condo has been repainted throughout. New flooring throughout completes the remodel with wood laminate in living/dining area and bedrooms - tile flooring in kitchen, baths, and utility room.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steven Stefani

Keller Williams Realty License #01507509 Listed on: 10/01/2018

Co-Listed By

Lynda Stefani

Keller Williams Realty License #01507508

Last Buyer's Agent

Heather Greenwood

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01780872

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,025

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Lot Details

  • 2,614

HOA Fees

  • $548 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Golf Course
  • Mountain
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,330 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Low Flow Toliet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway
  • Guest Parking

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • End Unit
  • Ground Level

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 626021042

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include building & grounds, cable TV, insurance, security
  • Desert Falls Country Club Subdivision
  • On-Site Maintenance

Amenities

  • Community Fire Pit
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

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

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed with Restrictions

Security

  • Controlled Access
  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,025

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$548 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Levels: Ground
  • Builders Tract Code: Desert Falls C.C.
  • Building Number Of Stories: 1
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 194.74
  • Lp Sp Ratio: 1.0000
  • View Type: Golf Course, Mountain(s), Park/Green Belt
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Co Listing Office Address: 70005 Mirage Cove Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
  • Co Listing Office Fax: (760) 770-9510
  • Listing I D: 218028444
  • Listing Office Address: 70005 Mirage Cove Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
  • Listing Office Fax: (760) 770-9510
  • Post Direction: E
  • Selling Office Address: 73700 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Selling Office Fax: (760) 404-0154
  • Land Type: Fee
  • Subdivision: Desert Falls Country Club
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Gas/Elec Dryer Hookup, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Bedroom Features: Master Suite
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom Features: Double Vanity(s), Low Flow Toilet(s), Remodeled
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Dining Area, Living/Dining Combo
  • Kitchen Features: Quartz Counters, Remodeled
  • Laundry: Individual Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1330.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Stucco
  • Roofing: Tile
  • Pool: Yes
  • 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: Driveway, Guest
  • 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
  • Sewer: In, Connected and Paid

Association/Amenities

  • Community Features: Golf Course Within Development
  • Association #1 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, Cable TV, Insurance, Security
  • Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Fire Pit, Fitness Center, Guest Parking, Maintenance Grounds, Paddle Tennis, Tennis Courts
  • HOA Information: Yes
  • HOA Fee 1: 548.00
  • Total Monthly Association Fees: 548.00
  • Unit Location: End Unit

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 626021042
  • Lot Acres: 0.0600
  • Lot Size: 2614.00

Rental Info

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2018
Closed on
Oct 25, 2018
Sold by
Wolf George M and Wolf Linda L
Bought by
Bales Richard D and Bales Donna T
Seller's Agent
Steven Stefani
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Heather Greenwood
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$259,000
Sold Price
$259,000
Current Estimated Value
$405,879

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$146,879
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.70%
Original Mortgage
$193,000
Outstanding Balance
$170,048
Interest Rate
4.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$235,831

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 2006
Sold by
Wolf Sophia and Wolf George
Bought by
Wolf George M and Wolf Linda L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$228,750
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 8, 2005
Sold by
Wolf Sophia E
Bought by
Wolf Sophia and Wolf George

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2003
Sold by
Toplitzky Bernard and Toplitzky Shirley
Bought by
Wolf Sophia E

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 6, 2003
Sold by
Toplitzky Bernard and Toplitzky Shirley Ann
Bought by
Toplitzky Bernard and Toplitzky Shirley Ann

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2000
Sold by
Mowe Job Field & Nova Deana Trustee and Mowe Trust
Bought by
Toplitzky Bernard and Toplitzky Shirley A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$71,617
Interest Rate
8.11%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 24, 1997
Sold by
Elkins Ronald G and Elkins Phyllis M
Bought by
Mowe Joe Field and Mowe Nova Dean
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bales Richard D $259,000 First American Title Company
Wolf George M -- Gateway Title Company
Wolf Sophia -- --
Wolf Sophia E $185,000 Landsafe Title
Toplitzky Bernard -- --
Toplitzky Bernard $142,000 First American Title Co
Mowe Joe Field $105,000 Benefit Land Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bales Richard D $193,000
Previous Owner Wolf George M $228,750
Previous Owner Toplitzky Bernard $71,617
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/26/2018 11/26/18 Sold $259,000 0.0% $195 / Sq Ft
10/22/2018 10/22/18 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2018 10/01/18 For Sale $259,000 -- $195 / 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 $4,025 $288,914 $83,661 $205,253
2023 $4,025 $277,697 $80,413 $197,284
2022 $3,754 $272,253 $78,837 $193,416
2021 $3,644 $266,916 $77,292 $189,624
2020 $3,582 $264,180 $76,500 $187,680
2019 $3,602 $259,000 $75,000 $184,000
2018 $3,322 $236,000 $60,000 $176,000
2017 $3,230 $229,000 $58,000 $171,000
2016 $3,439 $248,000 $63,000 $185,000
2015 $3,443 $244,000 $62,000 $182,000
2014 $3,225 $232,000 $59,000 $173,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Steven Stefani

    Keller Williams Realty

  • L

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Lynda Stefani

    Keller Williams Realty

  • H

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Heather Greenwood

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

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Map

Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 218028444

California Desert Association of REALTORS®

APN: 626-021-042

California Riverside County Palm Desert 92211 Desert Falls

298 Desert Falls Dr E, Palm Desert, CA

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