
Palm Desert, California 92260
This Stunning Custom Desert Retreat in the exclusive Montecito Homes community is listed at $1,040,000, representing a stable and fair entry point near its $1,023,520 Fair Market Value. Boasting a Condition Rating of 3, the residence features a Chef's Kitchen with Dacor appliances, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a private Pebble-Tec Pool and Spa with mountain views. Families benefit from the top-rated James Earl Carter Elementary (Rating 8) and Palm Desert High. This move-in ready estate is the ideal sanctuary for Luxury Homebuyers or Owner-Occupants seeking a sophisticated desert lifestyle.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 7 Hillcrest Drive Subject | $1,040,000* List Price | 4 | 4 | 3,168 | $323 | - |
A 11 Hillcrest Drive Sold | $1,060,000 | 4 | 4 | 3,079 | $344 | 0.0 mi |
B 6 Taylor Avenue Sold | $1,187,500 | 3 | 4 | 3,189 | $372 | 0.1 mi |
C 2 Brentwood Way Active Under Contract | $739,000 List Price | 3 | 4 | 2,880 | $257 | 0.2 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
Built in 2003, this property is in move-in ready condition with significant recent upgrades that offset its age. Key improvements include luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, fresh interior paint, newer AC units, and LED lighting. The kitchen is well-maintained with high-end Dacor appliances and granite countertops, and the outdoor space features a newly remodeled landscape and Pebble-Tec pool. While the cabinetry style reflects the original construction period, the home shows minimal wear and tear and high-quality maintenance.
This Tom Noble custom home features high-end finishes including a chef's kitchen with Dacor appliances, four-zone climate control with newer AC units, and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout.
The private backyard serves as a desert oasis, boasting a Pebble-Tec pool and spa, a built-in BBQ island with refrigeration, and professional drought-tolerant landscaping perfect for entertaining.
Situated on an elevated interior corner lot with a circular driveway, the property offers a highly functional 4-bedroom plus office floor plan and an epoxied 3-car garage with custom cabinetry.
With 50 days on the market and a recent price reduction from $1.1M, the property is experiencing slower-than-average absorption, which may affect future resale liquidity.
Despite significant cosmetic and AC upgrades, the 2003 construction year suggests that other major systems or structural components may be approaching the end of their typical lifecycle.
Stunning custom Tom Noble home located in the highly desirable and rarely available Montecito community of Palm Desert, California. Set on an elevated interior corner lot with a circular driveway, this beautifully upgraded residence offers 4 bedrooms plus a private office and 4 bathrooms, providing the ideal layout for full-time living or a luxury desert retreat.Inside, enjoy 4 cooling zones (5 thermostats) with newer AC units, LED lighting, solid-core doors, Hunter Douglas ceiling fans, surround sound, fresh interior paint, and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout.The chef's kitchen is designed for both cooking and entertaining, featuring stainless steel appliances, a Dacor 6-burner gas cooktop, granite countertops, pull-out drawers, two pantries (including one with a glass-panel door), a Franke graphite sink, gooseneck faucet, backsplash detail, and custom crown molding with elegant up-lighting.The spacious primary suite includes two walk-in closets with pull-down rods and an additional linen closet, offering exceptional storage and convenience.The epoxied 3-car garage features built-in custom cabinetry for organized storage.Outdoor living shines with newly remodeled front and rear landscaping, upgraded lighting, new sprinklers, and drought-tolerant plantings. The private backyard is a true desert oasis with a Pebble-Tec pool and spa and a built-in BBQ island with a refrigerator--perfect for year-round entertaining in Palm Desert's resort-style climate.This exceptional home in Montecito, Palm Desert combines quality construction, refined upgrades, and an unbeatable location near world-class golf, dining, and shopping.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 1.6 mi
Grades 9-12 • 2.3 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.0 | 60% |
| Baths | 4.0 | 3.0 | 64% |
| Square foot | 3,168 | 2,307.5 | 80% |
| Lot Size | 10,454 | 10,019 | 55% |
| Price | $1.04M | $920.5K | 58% |
| Price per sq ft | $328 | $408 | 21% |
| Built year | 2003 | 1980 | 90% |
| HOA | $270.0 | $0 | 74% |
| Days on market | 57 | 180 | 5% |
Apr 15, 2026
$1,040,000
$1,100,000
-5% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Feb 24, 2026
$1,100,000
Initial Listing
Mar 25, 2024
$971,000
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Apr 30, 2018
$669,000
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Apr 12, 2013
$670,000
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Mar 3, 2003
$510,000
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