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Seller's Agent in 2020
Norman Lee
Coldwell Banker Realty
83 Total Sales
32 Merill Dr Palm Desert, CA 92260
Desert Willow NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,022,000 - $1,180,000
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,212
Sq Ft
$343/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Pebble Pool Finish
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Golf Course View
- James Earl Carter Elementary School Rated A-
- Gated Community
- Updated Kitchen
About This Home
As of February 2020Stunning 4 bed 4.5 bath custom built home. Beautiful designer glass etched double doors lead into the landscaped courtyard. 12 ft. ceilings welcome you into luxury living room with spectacular views of the pool/spa/waterfall/oasis overlooking the Desert Willow golf course 12th tee box as well as sweeping mountain views. This is your desert dream home! Designer hi-end custom cabinetry with roll out shelving and slab granite counter tops & large walk in pantry. All bedrooms have en suite baths. 1 bdrm. on right and 3 on the left. Spacious master suite & master bath Jacuzzi tub + large walk-in. Bedroom on right now used as formal office but could be an in-house Casita with courtyard entrance. Massive family room with gas fireplace opens to pool/spa & outdoor living areas. Formal dining room. Custom window treatments throughout & electric blinds. Here is 3212 Sq ft. of pure luxury. ENERGY EFFICIENT (leased for 17years) SOLAR LEASE is about $153 monthly with 2 newer A/C condensers & a multi speed pool pump. Mature desert landscaping and palm trees with superb curb appeal. Low HOA at $185 per month. A rare find! Furnishings and electronics may be purchased outside of escrow.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #00399393 Listed on: 09/17/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,513
Year Built
- Built in 2000
Lot Details
- 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Landscaped
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Level Lot
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Back Yard
HOA Fees
- $185 Monthly HOA Fees
Property Views
- Golf Course
- Mountain
Home Design
- Slab Foundation
- Stucco Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 3,212 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Central Vacuum
- High Ceiling
- Raised Hearth
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Bay Window
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Ceramic Tile Flooring
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Range Hood
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar owned by seller
- Solar owned by a third party
Pool
- Pebble Pool Finish
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Heated Spa
- Gunite Pool
- Outdoor Pool
- Above Ground Spa
- Gunite Spa
- Waterfall Pool Feature
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Underground Utilities
- Property is located within a water district
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 620361064
Community Details
Overview
- Montecito Homes Subdivision
Security
- Controlled Access
- Gated Community
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 28, 2024
Sold by
Breton Deborah F and Maurice J Breton Jr Revocable Trust
Bought by
Breton Maurice John and Breton Deborah Florence
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$716,500
Outstanding Balance
$710,197
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$335,748
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 17, 2019
Closed on
Jan 22, 2020
Sold by
Nelson Leah W and Leah W Nelson Marital Trust
Bought by
Breton Maurice J and Breton Deborah F
Seller's Agent
Norman Lee
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Gabriella Morel
Morel Real Estate
List Price
$819,000
Sold Price
$748,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$71,000
-8.67%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.30%
Original Mortgage
$598,400
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 16, 2011
Sold by
Nelson Raymond L and Nelson Leah
Bought by
Nelson Leah W and Leah W Nelson Marital Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 10, 2009
Sold by
Dockery John
Bought by
Nelson Raymond L and Nelson Leah
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 29, 2006
Sold by
Dockery Sabrina
Bought by
Dockery John
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$720,000
Interest Rate
6.56%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 23, 2006
Sold by
Zack Shane and Zack Machelle
Bought by
Dockery John
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$720,000
Interest Rate
6.56%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 1, 2006
Sold by
Zack Shane
Bought by
Zack Shane and Zack Machelle
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 9, 2002
Sold by
Hoglund Richard F and Hoglund Susan Vee
Bought by
Zack Shane
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.17%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 5, 2002
Sold by
Zack Machelle
Bought by
Zack Shane
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.17%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 28, 2000
Sold by
Hoglund Susan Vee
Bought by
Hoglund Richard F
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 11, 1999
Sold by
Sedona Homes Inc
Bought by
Hoglund Richard F and Hoglund Susan Vee
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$397,500
Interest Rate
7.62%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breton Maurice John | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Breton Maurice J | $748,000 | Equity Title Company | |
| Nelson Leah W | -- | None Available | |
| Nelson Raymond L | $840,000 | Orange Coast Title Co | |
| Dockery John | -- | Chicago | |
| Dockery John | $900,000 | Chicago | |
| Zack Shane | -- | None Available | |
| Zack Shane | $645,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Zack Shane | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Hoglund Richard F | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Hoglund Susan Vee | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Hoglund Richard F | $530,000 | Fidelity National Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Breton Maurice John | $716,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Breton Maurice J | $598,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Nelson Leah W | $60,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Dockery John | $720,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Zack Shane | $80,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Zack Shane | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Zack Shane | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hoglund Richard F | $397,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/27/2020 02/27/20 | Sold | $748,000 | -3.5% | $233 / Sq Ft |
| 02/10/2020 02/10/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/05/2019 12/05/19 | Price Changed | $774,950 | -3.0% | $241 / Sq Ft |
| 10/16/2019 10/16/19 | Price Changed | $799,000 | -2.4% | $249 / Sq Ft |
| 09/17/2019 09/17/19 | For Sale | $819,000 | -- | $255 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $10,513 | $818,042 | $95,692 | $722,350 |
| 2023 | $10,513 | $786,278 | $91,977 | $694,301 |
| 2022 | $9,992 | $770,862 | $90,174 | $680,688 |
| 2021 | $9,779 | $755,748 | $88,406 | $667,342 |
| 2020 | $9,200 | $721,988 | $216,382 | $505,606 |
| 2019 | $8,942 | $700,960 | $210,080 | $490,880 |
| 2018 | $8,614 | $674,000 | $202,000 | $472,000 |
| 2017 | $8,270 | $640,000 | $192,000 | $448,000 |
| 2016 | $8,956 | $653,000 | $196,000 | $457,000 |
| 2015 | $8,803 | $676,000 | $203,000 | $473,000 |
| 2014 | $7,658 | $591,000 | $177,000 | $414,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Norman Lee
-
Sandi Geisler
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Sandi Geisler
Coldwell Banker Realty
(818) 314-1799
101 Total Sales
-
Gabriella Morel
G
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Gabriella Morel
Morel Real Estate
(760) 831-2630
16 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 219030163
APN: 620-361-064
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