78823 Palm Tree Ave Palm Desert, CA 92211
Sun City Palm Desert Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,664
Sq Ft
5,227
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Senior Community
- Gated Community
- Fitness Center
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Clubhouse
About This Home
As of June 2025Sun City Palm Desert- Very popular 2 B/R, 2 BA. + Den St Maarten. Enter this lovely Greatroom home w/Fireplace, & windows overlooking the lush rear patio.. This home is presently used as 2 B/R + Den. Newer Items Include: Fresh Paint; Screens; Dishwasher, Carpet, Refrig, Garbage Disposal & Faucets. Kitchen has a granite island w/serving breakfast bar & is open to the Greatroom & Dining area for easy conversation. Pantry & glass block menu windows enhance the kitchen area. The Greatroom has a fireplace & windows facing out to the pretty backyard. Tile & carpet flooring & fans. Master Suite overlooks the private back patio w/trees & shrubs.. Dual sinks in M/Bath with a walk-in stall shower, linen storage & walk-in closet. Guest B/R & Bath are separated from M/Suite for privacy. The laundry room is located off the kitchen & leads to the 2-car garage with storage cabinets. Washer, dryer, refrig included. Community includes 2 golf courses, 3 clubhouses and 4 community pools and spas (1 of each indoors), 2 Fitness Centers, tennis courts and approximately 70 clubs. This is a very active community.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Jean Spisak
License #01082972 Listed on: 02/26/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,194
Year Built
- Built in 1997
Lot Details
- 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
- Block Wall Fence
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Back Yard
HOA Fees
Interior Spaces
- 1,664 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Custom Window Coverings
- Great Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Den
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Secondary bathroom tub or shower combo
- Shower Only in Secondary Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Location
- Ground Level
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Property is located within a water district
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 748230082
Community Details
Overview
- Senior Community
- Built by Del Webb Sun City Palm Desert
- Sun City Subdivision, St. Maartin Floorplan
- Planned Unit Development
Amenities
- Clubhouse
- Banquet Facilities
- Billiard Room
- Meeting Room
- Card Room
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Bocce Ball Court
- Fitness Center
Security
- 24 Hour Access
- Gated Community
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 5, 2025
Closed on
Apr 29, 2025
Sold by
Whiting Living Trust and Whiting James M
Bought by
Cohen David
Seller's Agent
Melinda Anne Champagne
Equity Union
Buyer's Agent
Tina Airey
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
List Price
$439,000
Sold Price
$390,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-11.16%
Views
72
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.34%
Original Mortgage
$195,000
Outstanding Balance
$194,499
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$209,314
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 26, 2021
Closed on
Mar 30, 2021
Sold by
Giles Linda Z and The Jimm F And Linda Z Giles T
Bought by
Whiting Sue and The Whiting Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Jean Spisak
Buyer's Agent
Carla Hitchcock
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.94%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 20, 2015
Closed on
Feb 26, 2016
Sold by
Wit Daniel and Wit Phyllis J
Bought by
Giles Linda Z and The Jimm F & Linda Z Giles Trust
Seller's Agent
Bobbie Williams
Bennion Deville Homes
Buyer's Agent
Scott Williams
Bennion Deville Homes
List Price
$289,000
Sold Price
$219,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$70,000
-24.22%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.17%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 15, 2005
Sold by
Wit Daniel and Wit Phyllis J
Bought by
Wit Daniel and Wit Phyllis J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
6.1%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 23, 2002
Sold by
Wit Daniel and Wit Phyllis J
Bought by
Wit Daniel and Wit Phyllis J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$215,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 20, 2001
Sold by
Wit Daniel and Wit Phyllis J
Bought by
Wit Daniel and Wit Phyllis J
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 2, 1997
Sold by
Del Webb California Corp
Bought by
Wit Daniel and Wit Phyllis J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$157,000
Interest Rate
7.5%
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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 | $390,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Grant Deed | $375,000 | Orange Coast Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $219,000 | Orange Coast Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $169,500 | First American Title Ins Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $195,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | Negative Amortization | |
| Previous Owner | $87,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $34,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $217,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $215,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $60,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $20,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $160,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $157,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/09/2025 06/09/25 | Sold | $390,000 | -11.2% | $232 / Sq Ft |
| 04/25/2025 04/25/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/05/2025 03/05/25 | For Sale | $439,000 | +17.1% | $261 / Sq Ft |
| 04/02/2021 04/02/21 | Sold | $375,000 | 0.0% | $225 / Sq Ft |
| 03/26/2021 03/26/21 | Off Market | $375,000 | -- | -- |
| 03/08/2021 03/08/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/08/2021 03/08/21 | For Sale | $375,000 | 0.0% | $225 / Sq Ft |
| 03/07/2021 03/07/21 | Off Market | $375,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/26/2021 02/26/21 | For Sale | $375,000 | 0.0% | $225 / Sq Ft |
| 04/01/2020 04/01/20 | Rented | $1,850 | -47.1% | -- |
| 11/05/2019 11/05/19 | Price Changed | $3,500 | -7.9% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 10/13/2019 10/13/19 | For Rent | $3,800 | +105.4% | -- |
| 08/09/2018 08/09/18 | Rented | $1,850 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/01/2018 06/01/18 | For Rent | $1,850 | +10.4% | -- |
| 06/10/2016 06/10/16 | Rented | $1,675 | -6.7% | -- |
| 05/10/2016 05/10/16 | Price Changed | $1,795 | -2.2% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 04/14/2016 04/14/16 | Price Changed | $1,835 | -0.8% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 04/09/2016 04/09/16 | Price Changed | $1,850 | -1.3% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 03/18/2016 03/18/16 | For Rent | $1,875 | 0.0% | -- |
| 03/03/2016 03/03/16 | Sold | $219,000 | -8.8% | $132 / Sq Ft |
| 02/23/2016 02/23/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/06/2015 11/06/15 | Price Changed | $240,000 | -8.4% | $144 / Sq Ft |
| 09/30/2015 09/30/15 | Price Changed | $262,000 | -9.3% | $157 / Sq Ft |
| 07/20/2015 07/20/15 | For Sale | $289,000 | -- | $174 / 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 | $5,194 | $405,910 | $32,472 | $373,438 |
| 2023 | $5,194 | $390,150 | $31,212 | $358,938 |
| 2022 | $4,949 | $382,500 | $30,600 | $351,900 |
| 2021 | $3,260 | $239,505 | $60,149 | $179,356 |
| 2020 | $3,204 | $237,050 | $59,533 | $177,517 |
| 2019 | $3,147 | $232,403 | $58,366 | $174,037 |
| 2018 | $3,092 | $227,847 | $57,222 | $170,625 |
| 2017 | $3,051 | $223,380 | $56,100 | $167,280 |
| 2016 | $3,170 | $233,039 | $55,019 | $178,020 |
| 2015 | $3,093 | $229,541 | $54,194 | $175,347 |
| 2014 | $3,044 | $225,047 | $53,134 | $171,913 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Melinda Anne Champagne
Seller's Agent in 2025
Melinda Anne Champagne
Equity Union
(760) 485-5576
1 in this area
39 Total Sales
-
T
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Tina Airey
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2021
Jean Spisak
-
Carla Hitchcock
C
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Carla Hitchcock
Coldwell Banker Realty
(760) 774-9053
2 in this area
17 Total Sales
-
S
Seller's Agent in 2016
Scott Williams
Bennion Deville Homes
-
B
Seller's Agent in 2016
Bobbie Williams
Bennion Deville Homes
Map
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 219058029
APN: 748-230-082
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