48485 Prairie Dr Palm Desert, CA 92260
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,378
Sq Ft
10,018
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Attached Guest House
- Cabana
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Palm Desert High School Rated A
- Casita
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
About This Home
As of July 2020Mid Century Charmer on large corner lot with Mountain views from almost every room. Located in desirable South Palm Desert - with NO power lines!!!! If you have been searching the area, you know this is a hard find! Built in 1964 by Designer/Builder Bob White in what was known at the time as Highland Palms Estates consisting of 30 unique custom built homes. 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths including attached Casita with full kitchen and Bath. Seasonal rentals are tough in Palm Desert, but not with this one! Live in main and rent out Casita, or vice versa for extra income. Incredible rear yard with original Cabana and yard area- made for Martinis and cocktail hour. Large open living and dining area with fireplace and wall of glass inviting the outdoors in. Galley kitchen, family area with enclosed sun room. Master suite with Roman Tub, 2 generous guest rooms, one with direct bath access and yes another Roman tub. Circle drive with additional space at side of home for a carport/garage.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,049
Year Built
- Built in 1964
Lot Details
- 10,018 Sq Ft Lot
- Southwest Facing Home
- Fenced
- Corner Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Back Yard
Parking
- Circular Driveway
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,378 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Double Door Entry
- French Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Mountain Views
- Laundry Located Outside
Kitchen
- Galley Kitchen
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Pool
- Cabana
- In Ground Pool
- Outdoor Pool
Additional Homes
- Attached Guest House
- Guest House Includes Kitchen
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Underground Utilities
- Property is located within a water district
- Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- No Interior Steps
- Casita
- Ground Level
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 652053022
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 17, 2020
Closed on
Jul 2, 2020
Sold by
Cohen Alan Gregg
Bought by
Duffy Smith Colleen and The Colleen Duffy Smith Living
Seller's Agent
Doug Balog
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Robert LaDuke
Equity Union
List Price
$569,900
Sold Price
$570,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.02%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.17%
Original Mortgage
$484,500
Outstanding Balance
$431,365
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$501,830
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 27, 2009
Sold by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Company
Bought by
Cohen Alan Gregg
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
5.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 12, 2008
Sold by
Frieborn Rose Rogers
Bought by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Company and Downey 2006-Ar2
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 2006
Sold by
Frieborn Rose Rogers
Bought by
Frieborn Rose Rogers
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$410,000
Interest Rate
7.53%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 21, 1997
Sold by
Rogers Rose
Bought by
Frieborn Rose Rogers
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$147,399
Interest Rate
7.43%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $570,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Grant Deed | $225,000 | Lsi Title Company | |
| Trustee Deed | $165,000 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Security Union Title Ins | |
| Grant Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $484,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $254,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $236,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $211,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $60,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $159,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $115,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $410,000 | Negative Amortization | |
| Previous Owner | $348,896 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $287,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $263,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $18,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $236,250 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $208,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $147,399 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/29/2025 08/29/25 | For Sale | $1,018,500 | +78.7% | $428 / Sq Ft |
| 07/28/2020 07/28/20 | Sold | $570,000 | 0.0% | $240 / Sq Ft |
| 06/17/2020 06/17/20 | For Sale | $569,900 | -- | $240 / 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 | $8,049 | $616,984 | $113,654 | $503,330 |
| 2023 | $8,049 | $593,028 | $109,242 | $483,786 |
| 2022 | $7,618 | $581,400 | $107,100 | $474,300 |
| 2021 | $7,468 | $570,000 | $105,000 | $465,000 |
| 2020 | $3,686 | $264,920 | $88,304 | $176,616 |
| 2019 | $3,619 | $259,726 | $86,573 | $173,153 |
| 2018 | $3,553 | $254,634 | $84,876 | $169,758 |
| 2017 | $3,480 | $249,642 | $83,212 | $166,430 |
| 2016 | $3,395 | $244,748 | $81,581 | $163,167 |
| 2015 | $3,393 | $241,073 | $80,356 | $160,717 |
| 2014 | $3,198 | $236,353 | $78,783 | $157,570 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Robert LaDuke
Seller's Agent in 2025
Robert LaDuke
Equity Union
(323) 350-0339
21 Total Sales
-
Doug Balog
Seller's Agent in 2020
Doug Balog
Compass
(760) 409-0814
146 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 219044623
APN: 652-053-022
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