48840 Desert Flower, Palm Desert, California 92260, Palm Desert, 92260 - 2 bed, 2 bath
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48840 Desert Flower
Palm Desert, California 92260
ACTIVE
CONDITION: GOOD
2Beds
2Baths
1,118Sq Ft
2,279Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$375,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$382,229
SUMMARY
This Rare Single-Level End Unit is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $375,000—positioned well below the $382,230 Fair Market Value by 2%. This valuation gap offers $7,230 in Instant Equity. With a Condition Rating of 3, the home features extensive permitted upgrades, including a second bathroom and plantation shutters. Residents enjoy premium Mountain and Pool Views and access to four community pools. This property is an ideal acquisition for Owner-Occupants or first-time buyers seeking a serene, move-in-ready desert lifestyle.
Estimated Market Value
$382,229
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in Palm Desert.
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
Map unavailable.
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 48840 Desert Flower Subject | $375,000* List Price | 2 | 2 | 1,118 | $342 | - |
A 48980 Wildwood Lane Sold | $419,500 | 2 | 2 | 1,184 | $354 | 0.2 mi |
B 48652 Desert Flower Drive Sold | $350,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,348 | $260 | 0.1 mi |
C 48680 Desert Flower Drive Active | $364,900 List Price | 2 | 2 | 1,118 | $326 | 0.1 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Good
TeardownExcellent
Property is move-in ready.
Built in 1973 but significantly updated; features a permitted bathroom addition, large ceramic tile flooring, plantation shutters, and new appliances. The property is well-maintained and move-in ready, fitting the 5-15 year renovation profile.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Rare Single-Level End Unit
As the only single-level end unit currently available in Mountainback, this property offers superior privacy and accessibility, making it a highly desirable and rare find within the community.
- Extensive Permitted Upgrades
The home features a fully permitted second bathroom addition, plantation shutters, and high-quality ceramic tile throughout, ensuring a move-in-ready experience with verified value-add improvements.
- Premium Views and Outdoor Living
The elevated front patio provides serene mountain and pool views, complemented by a private courtyard with a grapefruit tree and a dedicated gas BBQ area, perfect for the desert lifestyle.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- MLS Listing Discrepancy
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =2279, other record lot size in square feet = 2178.
- Vintage Infrastructure
Built in 1973, the property may have underlying aging infrastructure or utility systems that require more maintenance compared to newer developments in the Palm Desert area.
- Compact Square Footage
At 1,118 square feet, the interior living space may feel restrictive for buyers accustomed to more expansive floor plans or larger secondary bedrooms.
About 48840 Desert Flower
VIEWS, VIEWS AND MORE VIEWS!!!The only single level available in Mountain back. END UNIT!! FEELS AND LOOKS SO PRIVATE AND PEACEFUL. Great built ins throughout. Remodeled and a second bathroom was added and PERMITTED! Large ceramic tiles throughout- so many extras. Extra cabinets in bathrooms. Two vanities and New washer and dryer. Back enclosed patio has GAS BBQ area. Grapefruit tree in your private courtyard. Large and small private storage units. TWO parking spaces; one covered and one not. Front patio is elevated over the pool making morning coffee or quiet time so calming. Simply take a few steps over to your pool with the beautiful mountain views and CALM AND SERENE ATMOSPHERE. Plantation shutters throughout, lots of upgrades. Home feels much larger than you would think. Mountainback is a wonderful place with only 101 homes with four pools and two spa's, two tennis courts and a clubhouse. LOW HOA covers outside maintenance (except patio gates) and trash which is right outside not far from the back patio.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Year Built
- 1973
- Lot Size
- 2,279 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 2
- Total Bathrooms
- 2 (2 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $450.0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Palm Desert Unified Schools
Palm Desert High School
Grades 9-12 • 3.8 mi
7/10
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 1,118 | 1,519.896 |
| Lot Size | 2,279 | 2,713.504 |
| Price | $375.0K | $465.1K |
| Price per sq ft | $335 | $313 |
| Built year | 1973 | 1984 |
| HOA | $450.0 | $815 |
| Days on market | 9 | 81 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Aug 31, 2026
$375,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Nov 20, 2020
$225,000
Public Record
Sold
Aug 11, 2014
$160,000
Public Record