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Seller's Agent in 2026
Araceli Vazquez
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(760) 578-2986
21 in this area
25 Total Sales
78643 Palm Tree Ave Palm Desert, CA 92211
Sun City Palm Desert Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,578
Sq Ft
4,792
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Active Adult
- Gated Community
- Fitness Center
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
About This Home
As of January 2026Welcome to this stunning, meticulously maintained, and beautifully upgraded one-of-a-kind St. Maarten model offering 2 Bedrooms PLUS Den & 2 Baths. A home that truly stands apart for its elegance, warmth, and attention to detail. You're greeted by a gorgeous custom courtyard featuring stacked stone accents, wrought iron detailing, and a soothing water feature that instantly sets a tone of tranquility. Step inside to discover spacious living areas with 20-inch tile flooring and rich hardwood floors in the bedrooms and den and attractive custom shutters throughout. The open-concept great room is designed for effortless entertaining and everyday comfort. It flows seamlessly into the reimagined chef's kitchen, a showpiece with custom Alder wood cabinetry, pullout shelving, inset glass panels, a generous granite island with pendant lighting, and stainless-steel appliances, including a new refrigerator. The inviting great room features a custom Alder media center and expansive views of the sunny, south-facing patio, perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. The luxurious primary suite is a serene retreat offering a custom walk-in closet with built-in organizers and a spa-inspired ensuite with dual sinks, makeup vanity, elegant cabinetry, marble countertops, and a travertine-tiled shower. A spacious guest suite on the opposite side provides privacy. The guest bath is enhanced with attractive cabinetry, rimless glass shower enclosure, and high-end finishes. The versatile den makes an ideal office, hobby space, or additional guest area. Step outdoors to your private entertainer's paradise, a south-facing patio featuring an alumawood cover that has been freshly painted, flagstone hardscape, lush artificial turf, and a cozy natural gas fire pit perfect for evening gatherings & conversations beneath the stars. Additional highlights include: indoor laundry with new stackable washer/dryer (2024), two-car garage with utility sink, tankless water heater, and MaXimum workbench/storage, HVAC (2022), refrigerator (2023), garbage disposal (2023), kitchen faucet (2024), and new smoke/CO₂ detectors. Offered turnkey furnished. This exceptional, move-in-ready home embodies comfort, sophistication, and true pride of ownership, a must-see!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01320081 Listed on: 11/13/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1997
Lot Details
- 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
- South Facing Home
- Block Wall Fence
- Landscaped
- Back and Front Yard
HOA Fees
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Tile Roof
- Stucco Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 1,578 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Furnished
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Pendant Lighting
- Shutters
- Sliding Doors
- Great Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Den
Kitchen
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Travertine
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Marble Bathroom Countertops
- Double Vanity
- Shower Only in Secondary Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Side by Side Parking
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Guest Parking
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Property is located within a water district
- Tankless Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Ground Level
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 748230067
Community Details
Overview
- Active Adult
- Association fees include clubhouse, cable TV
- Built by Del Webb
- Sun City Subdivision, St. Maarten Floorplan
- Community Lake
- Greenbelt
- Planned Unit Development
Amenities
- Clubhouse
- Banquet Facilities
- Billiard Room
- Meeting Room
- Card Room
- Recreation Room
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Bocce Ball Court
- Fitness Center
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
- Controlled Access
- Gated Community
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 21, 2018
Closed on
Mar 9, 2018
Sold by
Barbarossa Raymond and Barbarossa Elizabeth
Bought by
Travnicek Kathryn A and Kathryn A Travnick Recovable Trust
Seller's Agent
Michael Horne
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
The Kennedy Team
Tarbell REALTORS
List Price
$379,000
Sold Price
$379,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.58%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 26, 2013
Sold by
Barbarossa Viola R
Bought by
Barbarossa Raymond and Barbarossa Elizabeth
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 2, 1997
Sold by
Del Webb California Corp
Bought by
Barbarossa Raymond and Barbarossa Elizabeth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$55,000
Interest Rate
7.91%
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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 | $379,000 | Equity Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $150,500 | First American Title Ins Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $55,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/22/2026 01/22/26 | Sold | $549,000 | 0.0% | $348 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/21/2026 01/21/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/13/2025 11/13/25 | For Sale | $549,000 | +44.9% | $348 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/29/2018 03/29/18 | Sold | $379,000 | 0.0% | $228 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/28/2018 02/28/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/21/2018 02/21/18 | For Sale | $379,000 | -- | $228 / 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 | $5,584 | $431,229 | $107,805 | $323,424 |
| 2023 | $5,584 | $414,486 | $103,620 | $310,866 |
| 2022 | $5,326 | $406,360 | $101,589 | $304,771 |
| 2021 | $5,206 | $398,394 | $99,598 | $298,796 |
| 2020 | $5,112 | $394,310 | $98,577 | $295,733 |
| 2019 | $5,018 | $386,580 | $96,645 | $289,935 |
| 2018 | $2,852 | $215,115 | $42,928 | $172,187 |
| 2017 | $2,815 | $210,898 | $42,087 | $168,811 |
| 2016 | $2,769 | $206,763 | $41,262 | $165,501 |
| 2015 | $2,775 | $203,660 | $40,644 | $163,016 |
| 2014 | $2,731 | $199,673 | $39,849 | $159,824 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Araceli Vazquez
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Damaris Dyal
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Damaris Dyal
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(760) 832-4545
14 in this area
21 Total Sales
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Darcy Woolman
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Darcy Woolman
Elevate Real Estate Agency
(626) 622-8511
2 in this area
162 Total Sales
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Dale Miller
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Dale Miller
Elevate Real Estate Agency
(626) 483-1948
2 in this area
126 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2018
Michael Horne
Coldwell Banker Realty
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R
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Robert Horne
Coldwell Banker Realty
Map
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 219138710
APN: 748-230-067
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