73498 Joshua Tree St Palm Desert, CA 92260
South Palm Desert NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $876,000 - $1,208,291
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,892
Sq Ft
$545/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Filtered Pool
- Solar Power System
- Mountain View
- Palm Desert High School Rated A
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Recreation Room
About This Home
As of February 2024Amazing opportunity to own an architecturally significant home and a piece of Hollywood history. Legendary cowboy actor William Boyd better known as "Hopalong Cassidy" designed this home in 1955 and is believed to have been built by famed architect/builder Charles W. Doty as Boyd's personal residence. Many incredible and original vintage features are still intact including the post-beam ceilings, salt-pepper Terrazzo fireplace, unique Boomerang layout design with great separation of space, breezeblock accent walls, and custom screen decor with an "HC" pattern. This art-filled home has a ton of improvements to provide you with 21st Century comforts while maintaining the classic Mid-Century aesthetics. Upgrades include new roof, interior-exterior paint, AC units, tankless water heater, updated kitchen, updated bathrooms, slate flooring through-out, remodeled salt water pool with all new rebar, pebble tech surfacing, pool equipment with solar heating, energy efficient spa, misting system, landscaping with mature privacy hedges, irrigation, low voltage lighting, EV car charging and owned solar with a 25 year warranty. This very cool home is situated on a massive 13,500 sq ft lot and has a detached studio with AC that was converted from Boyd's tool shed and can be use as a creative space, office or guest room. Conveniently located minutes from El Paseo, art galleries, award winning dining, shopping, hiking trails, golf, and all that Palm Desert has to offer. Truly a unique property with historic architectural value. Check out the virtual walkthrough.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,594
Year Built
- Built in 1955 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 0.31 Acre Lot
- South Facing Home
- Fenced Yard
- Block Wall Fence
- Drip System Landscaping
- Misting System
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is zoned R112M
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Driveway
Property Views
- Mountain
- Pool
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Foam Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,892 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Beamed Ceilings
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Recreation Room
- Slate Flooring
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Oven
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Studio bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Alarm System
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Pool
- Filtered Pool
- Solar Heated In Ground Pool
- Heated Spa
- Saltwater Pool
- Above Ground Spa
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Property is located within a water district
- Tankless Water Heater
- Sewer in Street
Additional Features
- Solar Power System
- Built-In Barbecue
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 627-311-024
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 22, 2023
Closed on
Jan 24, 2024
Sold by
Finnell Sellers Trust
Bought by
Denise Ward Zanze Revocable Trust and Zanze
Seller's Agent
Niko Esposito
BD Homes-The Paul Kaplan Group
Buyer's Agent
Niko Esposito
BD Homes-The Paul Kaplan Group
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$1,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$150,000
-12.5%
Total Days on Market
54
Views
60
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$19,427
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.99%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 1, 2023
Sold by
Finnell Jennifer and Finnell David
Bought by
Finnell Sellers Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 19, 2022
Closed on
Apr 29, 2022
Sold by
Fedderly Stanley V
Bought by
Finnell Jennifer and Sellers David
Seller's Agent
Jeffrey Perez
First Team Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jan Leibole
Keller Williams Luxury Homes
List Price
$829,900
Sold Price
$819,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.2%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.21%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 27, 2007
Sold by
Hernandez Mario E and Hernandez Eugenia B
Bought by
Fedderly Stanley and Fedderly Lynn S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$374,000
Interest Rate
6.21%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 9, 2005
Sold by
David Martinez Dina
Bought by
Hernandez Mario E and Hernandez Eugenia B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$315,000
Interest Rate
7.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 10, 2002
Sold by
Corn Ray
Bought by
The Raymond Hardy Corn Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 8, 1994
Sold by
Corn Ray
Bought by
Corn Ray
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Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denise Ward Zanze Revocable Trust | $1,050,000 | Orange Coast Title | |
| Finnell Sellers Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Fedderly Stanley | $467,500 | North American Title Company | |
| Hernandez Mario E | $350,000 | Southland Title/Inland Empir | |
| The Raymond Hardy Corn Living Trust | -- | -- | |
| Corn Ray | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Fedderly Stanley V | $300,001 | |
| Previous Owner | Fedderly Stanley | $329,298 | |
| Previous Owner | Fedderly Stanley | $374,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hernandez Mario E | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hernandez Mario E | $315,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/08/2024 02/08/24 | Sold | $1,050,000 | -12.5% | $555 / Sq Ft |
| 01/15/2024 01/15/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/22/2023 11/22/23 | For Sale | $1,200,000 | +46.4% | $634 / Sq Ft |
| 05/13/2022 05/13/22 | Sold | $819,900 | -1.2% | $433 / Sq Ft |
| 04/28/2022 04/28/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/19/2022 04/19/22 | For Sale | $829,900 | -- | $439 / Sq Ft |
Source: The MLS
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $11,594 | $846,498 | $45,900 | $800,598 |
| 2022 | $7,990 | $590,204 | $147,545 | $442,659 |
| 2021 | $7,556 | $578,632 | $144,652 | $433,980 |
| 2020 | $8,040 | $565,593 | $141,398 | $424,195 |
| 2019 | $7,836 | $549,120 | $137,280 | $411,840 |
| 2018 | $7,577 | $528,000 | $132,000 | $396,000 |
| 2017 | $7,003 | $482,000 | $120,000 | $362,000 |
| 2016 | $6,576 | $450,000 | $112,000 | $338,000 |
| 2015 | $6,914 | $470,000 | $117,000 | $353,000 |
| 2014 | $6,908 | $473,000 | $118,000 | $355,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Niko Esposito
Seller's Agent in 2024
Niko Esposito
BD Homes-The Paul Kaplan Group
(626) 755-3656
1 in this area
69 Total Sales
-
Jeffrey Perez
Seller's Agent in 2022
Jeffrey Perez
First Team Real Estate
(951) 254-3786
1 in this area
32 Total Sales
-
Jan Leibole
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Jan Leibole
Keller Williams Luxury Homes
(760) 201-5989
1 in this area
7 Total Sales
-
Brad Schmett
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Brad Schmett
Keller Williams Luxury Homes
(760) 880-5845
1 in this area
380 Total Sales
Map
Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 23-334295
APN: 627-311-024
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