NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $2,463,000 - $3,241,000

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,864 Sq Ft
$579/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 01, 2023

Last sale price $2,400,000 $493 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $17,783/month

93 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Home Theater
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gated Community
  • Palm Springs High School Rated A-
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Mountain View

About This Home

As of June 2023

This sprawling south-facing estate on over a half-acre in south Palm Springs showcases direct mountain views, voluminous interior and exterior entertaining areas, and epitomizes desert luxury living. The features are numerous: large saltwater pool and spa with waterfall and extensive tanning shelf; well-manicured landscaping; custom gazebo with bar and grille; massive chef's kitchen with stainless steel appliances, ample granite slab counter space, and plenty of storage and seating; primary suite has easy access to pool and huge ensuite bathroom with walk-in closets with custom organization; three additional sizable guest bedrooms; substantial living room that greets one when entering the home with towering stone fireplace; misting system; several fireplaces and an outdoor gathering fire pit; theater or flex room option; very spacious three car garage with an enormous amount of built in cabinet storage, and so much more. The property is situated on fee simple land (no lease) and has guard gated security, tennis courts, and clubhouse in the coveted community of Bella Monte.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mike Patakas

Desert Sotheby's International Realty License #01264926 Listed on: 02/06/2023

Desert Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Maria Patakas

Desert Sotheby's International Realty License #01785498

Last Buyer's Agent

Tom Deleeuw

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01420757

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 0.53 Acre Lot
  • Home has North and South Exposure
  • Masonry wall
  • Stucco Fence
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $595 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 4,864 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Raised Hearth
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Shutters
  • Double Door Entry
  • French Doors
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • Home Theater
  • Tile Flooring
  • Mountain Views
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Retreat
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom Retreat
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Prewired Security
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 4 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Pool

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

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Gazebo

Location

  • Ground Level

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
  • Property is located within a water district
  • Water Softener
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 686520007

Community Details

Overview

  • Bella Monte Subdivision

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts

Security

  • Controlled Access
  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$595 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Attached/Detached: No
  • Property Orientation Faces: Front Door Faces North, Leisure Faces South
  • Levels: One
  • Building Number Of Stories: 3
  • Building Style: Contemporary, Mediterranean
  • Entry Location: Ground Level - No Steps
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 509.87
  • Lp Sp Ratio: 0.9700
  • View Type: Mountain(s)
  • Water District Name: Desert Water Agency
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Co Listing Office Address: 500 S. Palm Canyon Dr., #101, Palm Springs, CA 92264
  • Co Listing Office Fax: (760) 424-3099
  • Co Selling Member Address: 1081 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262
  • Co Selling Office Address: 1081 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262
  • Co Selling Office Fax: (760) 325-4578
  • Listing I D: 219090497
  • Listing Member Address: 500 S. Palm Canyon Dr., #101, Palm Springs, CA 92264
  • Listing Office Address: 500 S. Palm Canyon Dr., #101, Palm Springs, CA 92264
  • Listing Office Fax: (760) 424-3099
  • Selling Office Address: 1081 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262
  • Land Type: Fee
  • Subdivision: Bella Monte
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Water Softener, Washer, Refrigerator, Disposal, Freezer, Dishwasher
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Dining Room, Master Retreat, Living Room
  • Interior Amenities: Built-In Features, Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings (9 Ft+), Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Range Hood: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Raised Hearth, Gas
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Bedroom Features: Main Floor Bedroom, Walk In Closet, Master Suite, Master Retreat, Main Floor Master Bedroom
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Dining Area, Breakfast Nook
  • Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Island
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 4864.00
  • Windows Treatments: Shutters

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Stucco
  • Other Structures: Gazebo
  • Roofing: Tile
  • Fencing: Masonry, Stucco Wall
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Patio: Concrete Slab, Enclosed
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Construction: In Ground
  • Pool Description: Heated, Waterfall, In Ground, Salt Water
  • Pool Location: Private
  • Planned Unit Development: No
  • Spa Hot Tub: Yes
  • Spa Hot Tub Construction: Above Ground
  • Spa Hot Tub Description: Heated, Private
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description: Attached
  • Parking: Garage Door Opener, Driveway
  • Total Garage Spaces: 4.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00

Utilities

  • Cooling Type: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Security: 24 Hour Security, Prewired For Alarm, Gated Community, Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler System
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Water District

Association/Amenities

  • Association #1 Frequency: Monthly
  • Gated Community: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Controlled Access, Tennis Courts
  • HOA Information: Yes
  • HOA Fee 1: 595.00
  • Total Monthly Association Fees: 595.00

Lot Info

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 686520007
  • Irrigation: Sprinkler System
  • Lot Size: 23087.00

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Land Lease Type: Fee Simple

Tax Info

  • Mello Roos: Unknown

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 6, 2023
Closed on
Apr 28, 2023
Sold by
Lipps Judith
Bought by
Kwas Andrew M and Kwas Lisa A
Seller's Agent
Mike Patakas
Desert Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Tom Deleeuw
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$2,480,000
Sold Price
$2,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$80,000
-3.23%
Views
264
Current Estimated Value
$2,815,198

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$415,198
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.33%
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,072,661
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,742,537

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 8, 2021
Closed on
Mar 25, 2021
Sold by
Lipps Ben
Bought by
Lipps Judith
Seller's Agent
Jordan Nedeff
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Mike Patakas
Desert Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,775,000
Sold Price
$1,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
1.41%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.18%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 8, 2021
Closed on
Mar 16, 2021
Sold by
Lorack Erik Matthew and Lorack Courtney Heather
Bought by
Lipps Judith
Seller's Agent
Jordan Nedeff
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Mike Patakas
Desert Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,775,000
Sold Price
$1,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
1.41%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 21, 2017
Sold by
Lorack Donald A and Lorack Judith E
Bought by
Lorack Donald A and Lorack Judith E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$820,000
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2016
Sold by
Bella Monte East Llc
Bought by
Lorack Donald A and Lorack Judith E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2011
Sold by
Hellge Jacqueline
Bought by
The Bank Of New York Mellon and The Bank Of New York
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Kwas Andrew M $2,400,000 Chicago Title
Lipps Judith -- Chicago Title Company
Lipps Judith $1,800,000 Chicago Title Company
Lorack Donald A -- Title Resources Guaranty Com
Lorack Donald A $327,000 First American Title
The Bank Of New York Mellon $995,000 Landsafe Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kwas Andrew M $1,100,000
Previous Owner Lorack Donald A $820,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/01/2023 06/01/23 Sold $2,400,000 -3.2% $493 / Sq Ft
05/10/2023 05/10/23 Pending -- -- --
02/06/2023 02/06/23 For Sale $2,480,000 +37.8% $510 / Sq Ft
03/31/2021 03/31/21 Sold $1,800,000 +1.4% $370 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/06/2021 03/06/21 For Sale $1,775,000 0.0% $365 / Sq Ft
02/24/2021 02/24/21 Pending -- -- --
02/08/2021 02/08/21 For Sale $1,775,000 +119.1% $365 / Sq Ft
02/04/2012 02/04/12 Sold $810,000 0.0% $167 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/08/2011 11/08/11 Pending -- -- --
10/10/2011 10/10/11 For Sale $810,000 -- $167 / 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 $29,786 $2,496,958 $624,242 $1,872,716
2023 $29,786 $1,872,720 $468,180 $1,404,540
2022 $23,728 $1,836,000 $459,000 $1,377,000
2021 $19,041 $1,474,860 $406,134 $1,068,726
2020 $18,160 $1,459,738 $401,970 $1,057,768
2019 $17,838 $1,431,117 $394,089 $1,037,028
2018 $17,496 $1,403,057 $386,363 $1,016,694
2017 $17,233 $1,375,547 $378,788 $996,759
2016 $0 $0 $0 $0
2015 -- $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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Map

Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 219090497

California Desert Association of REALTORS®

APN: 686-520-007