$1,075,000
SOLD OCT 2, 2019

44 Lucerne Dr Palm Desert, CA 92260

Desert Willow Neighborhood
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,997 Sq Ft
0.45 Acres

Recently Sold

$269 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

68 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of October 2019

This Premiere estate property sits on the largest of 98-custom home lots in the private guard-gated community of Montecito​. An entertainer's dream with the recently renovated chef's kitchen/great room, ​with looming beamed vaulted ceilings, ​large slate tile floors and ​corner fire and ice fireplace. Bordering the 11th fairway of the Prestigious Desert Willow's Firecliff Course, the walls of rear windows overlook the SPECTACULAR South Santa Rosa and West San Jacinto mountain ranges.​ You'll be awed by the seamless transition from indoor to outdoor living with the inviting covered patio that features: gas fireplace, large flat screen TV, professional double misters, sensored retractable awning, with views ​of the pool, spa and waterfall, framed by the beautiful rear yard landscaping, BBQ area and firepits.​ Inside, thoughtful separation between the Master and Guest suites.​ This home is monitored by an audio-visual security system.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

The Briggs Group

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01896117

Co-Listed By

Laurie Briggs

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01896117

Last Buyer's Agent

John Katnik

Katnik Brothers R.E. Services License #01881694

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,806

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • 0.45 Acre Lot
  • On Golf Course
  • Fenced
  • Misting System
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $185 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Golf Course
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco Exterior
  • Stone Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 3,997 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wet Bar
  • Wired For Data
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Custom Window Coverings
  • Blinds
  • French Doors
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Security System Owned

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Convection Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Slate Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Retreat
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Double Vanity
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Heated Spa
  • In Ground Spa
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Waterfall Pool Feature

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Water Fountains
  • Built-In Barbecue

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Evaporated cooling system
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Property is located within a water district
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 620361095

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include security, trash
  • Montecito Homes Subdivision

Security

  • Controlled Access
  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,806

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$185 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Attached/Detached: No
  • Levels: One
  • Builders Tract Code: Montecito Homes
  • Building Number Of Stories: 3
  • Building Style: Mediterranean
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 287.72
  • Lp Sp Ratio: 0.9300
  • Unit Total In Complex: 999
  • View Type: Golf Course, Panoramic, Mountain(s)
  • Water District Name: CVWD
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Co Listing Office Address: 73700 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Co Listing Office Fax: (760) 404-0154
  • Co Selling Office Address: 8532 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, CA 92869
  • Listing I D: 219018317
  • Listing Office Address: 73700 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Listing Office Fax: (760) 404-0154
  • Selling Office Address: 8532 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, CA 92869
  • Land Type: Fee
  • Subdivision: Montecito Homes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Bar Ice Maker, Gas Cooktop, Microwave Oven, Convection Oven, Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Open Floorplan, Hi-Speed Data Wiring, High Ceilings (9 Ft+), Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Range Hood: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Slate
  • Bedroom Features: Master Retreat
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom Features: Double Vanity(s), Tile Shower
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Eating Areas: Dining Area
  • Kitchen Features: Island, Granite Slab Counters, Remodeled, Pantry
  • Laundry: Individual Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3997.00
  • Windows Treatments: Custom Window Covering, Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Stucco, Stone
  • Other Features: Misting System
  • Roofing: Tile
  • Built-in BBQ: Gas
  • Patio: Covered, Misters, Rock - Stone, Deck, Concrete Slab
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Accessories: Waterfall, Fountain
  • Pool Construction: In Ground
  • Pool Description: Heated
  • Pool Location: Private
  • Planned Unit Development: No
  • Spa Hot Tub: Yes
  • Spa Hot Tub Construction: In Ground
  • Spa Hot Tub Description: Heated
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description: Attached
  • Parking: Direct Entrance
  • Total Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

  • Cooling Type: Central Air, Evaporative Cooling
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Security: Security System Owned
  • Sewer: In, Connected and Paid
  • Water: Water District
  • Water Heater Feature: Gas

Association/Amenities

  • Association #1 Frequency: Monthly
  • Association #3 Frequency: Monthly
  • Pet Rules: Assoc Pet Rules
  • Gated Community: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fees Include: Security, Trash
  • Association Amenities: Controlled Access
  • HOA Information: Yes
  • HOA Fee 1: 185.00
  • Total Monthly Association Fees: 185.00

Lot Info

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 620361095
  • Irrigation: Sprinkler System
  • Lot Acres: 0.4500
  • Lot Description: Fenced
  • Lot Location: On Golf Course
  • Lot Size: 19602.00

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • 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
Jun 28, 2019
Closed on
Sep 10, 2019
Sold by
Cox David Evans and Cox Nancy Barlow
Bought by
Landgraf Scott E and Landgraf Angela M
Seller's Agent
The Briggs Group
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
John Katnik
Katnik Brothers R.E. Services
List Price
$1,150,000
Sold Price
$1,075,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-6.52%
Total Days on Market
68

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.29%
Original Mortgage
$645,000
Outstanding Balance
$562,869
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$797,466

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 6, 2017
Closed on
Jul 27, 2017
Sold by
Smith William P
Bought by
Cox David Evans and Cox Nancy Barlow
Seller's Agent
Mark Turner
Desert Elite Properties, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Mark Turner
Desert Elite Properties, Inc.
List Price
$1,150,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$200,000
-17.39%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.18%
Original Mortgage
$760,000
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 29, 2013
Closed on
Jan 6, 2014
Sold by
Formiconi Smith Leah
Bought by
Smith William P
Seller's Agent
Joan MacPherson
Bennion Deville Homes
Buyer's Agent
Timothy Briggs
HK Lane Real Estate
List Price
$879,999
Sold Price
$765,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$114,999
-13.07%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.08%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 29, 2013
Closed on
Dec 31, 2013
Sold by
Foy Gary S and Foy Donna M
Bought by
Smith William P
Seller's Agent
Joan MacPherson
Bennion Deville Homes
Buyer's Agent
Timothy Briggs
HK Lane Real Estate
List Price
$879,999
Sold Price
$765,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$114,999
-13.07%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 1997
Sold by
The Colony At Montecito
Bought by
Foy Gary S and Foy Donna M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,750
Interest Rate
8.75%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,075,000 Fidelity National Title Ie
Grant Deed $950,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity Natl Title Co Ie
Grant Deed $765,000 Fidelity Natl Title Co Ie
Grant Deed $165,000 Orange Coast Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $645,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $760,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $938,250 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Previous Owner $575,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $575,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $450,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $123,750 Balloon
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/11/2025 04/11/25 For Sale $1,795,000 +67.0% $449 / Sq Ft
10/02/2019 10/02/19 Sold $1,075,000 -6.5% $269 / Sq Ft
09/04/2019 09/04/19 Pending -- -- --
06/28/2019 06/28/19 For Sale $1,150,000 +21.1% $288 / Sq Ft
09/11/2017 09/11/17 Sold $950,000 -17.4% $238 / Sq Ft
07/12/2017 07/12/17 Pending -- -- --
07/06/2017 07/06/17 For Sale $1,150,000 +50.3% $288 / Sq Ft
01/10/2014 01/10/14 Sold $765,000 -13.1% $191 / Sq Ft
10/29/2013 10/29/13 For Sale $879,999 -- $220 / 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
2023 $14,806 $1,130,014 $91,977 $1,038,037
2022 $14,118 $1,107,858 $90,174 $1,017,684
2021 $13,807 $1,086,136 $88,406 $997,730
2020 $13,551 $1,075,000 $87,500 $987,500
2019 $12,264 $969,000 $242,250 $726,750
2018 $12,033 $950,000 $237,500 $712,500
2017 $10,292 $808,024 $211,248 $596,776
2016 $10,041 $792,181 $207,106 $585,075
2015 $10,072 $780,284 $203,996 $576,288
2014 $9,083 $706,597 $214,915 $491,682
Source: Public Records

Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 219018317

California Desert Association of REALTORS®

APN: 620-361-095

California Riverside County Palm Desert 92211 Desert Willow

44 Lucerne Dr, Palm Desert, CA

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This home is located at 44 Lucerne Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260 and is currently priced at $1,075,000, approximately $268 per square foot. This property was built in 2000. 44 Lucerne Dr is a home located in Riverside County with nearby schools including James Earl Carter Elementary School, Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School, and Palm Desert High School.

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