73280 Shadow Mountain Drive D, Palm Desert, California 92260, Palm Desert, 92260 - 2 bed, 2 bath

73280 Shadow Mountain Drive D
Palm Desert, California 92260
Property Price
SUMMARY
Analysis of 73280 Shadow Mountain Drive D, Palm Desert, California 92260 is currently available with a list price of $575,000. The property maintains a Fair Condition Rating (50/100), suggesting the property is in acceptable condition with potential for value enhancement through selective updates and improvements. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Palm Desert Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1980, this property is well-maintained but features significantly outdated finishes, particularly in the kitchen and bathrooms. The kitchen has tile counters, older white appliances, and painted cream cabinets. Bathrooms also feature tile counters, older wood vanities, and dated light fixtures. While functional and clean, these elements show clear signs of being outdated and would require minor to moderate updates to meet current aesthetic standards. The Saltillo style tile flooring throughout the main living areas is characteristic of its era. The property is aged but maintained, fitting the 'fair' category.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Prime South Palm Desert Location
Situated just moments from popular El Paseo, offering world-class shopping, dining, hiking, and golf, making it an incredibly desirable and convenient desert address.
- Resort-Style Community Amenities
Access to two tennis courts, a sparkling pool, and two spas within an intimate 20-home community, providing a resort-like living experience with low maintenance.
- Spacious & Flexible Interior Layout
Features the largest floor plan in Sandroc II, with soaring cathedral ceilings, a sun-splashed great room, and a flexible upstairs loft that can serve as a den, office, or guest bedroom.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- MLS Listing Discrepancy
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =2178, other record lot size in square feet = 1537.
- Higher HOA Fees
The monthly association fee of $594.0, while inclusive of exterior landscape and grounds maintenance, represents a significant ongoing cost for homeowners.
- Original Construction Year & Finishes
Built in 1980, the property features classic Saltillo style tile flooring and tile counters, which may require updates for buyers seeking more modern aesthetics.
About 73280 Shadow Mountain Drive D
Step into your South Palm Desert escape! Just moments from popular El Paseo, this soaring, light filled Sandroc II home is ready to be your next desert address. Lock and leave convenience meets charming El Paseo living in this seldom available largest floor plan at Sandroc II, an intimate 20 home community just a half block from world class shopping and dining. Soaring cathedral ceilings, a dramatic fireplace, and walls of shutters create a sun splashed great room that feels both spacious and inviting, with French doors opening to front and rear patios for effortless indoor outdoor living. The flexible loft upstairs functions beautifully as a den, office, guest bedroom, or media room, giving you a true third room option without sacrificing openness. The generous kitchen is ideal for everyday cooking and entertaining, offering a center cooking island, breakfast nook, wet bar, tile counters and abundant cabinetry, plus direct sightlines back to the living and dining areas. Two main level bedrooms include a large primary suite with organized walk in closet and an ensuite bath with soaking tub/shower combination and skylight, along with a comfortable guest bedroom served by a second skylit bath. Thoughtful touches like neutral paint tones, classic Saltillo style tile flooring, plantation shutters throughout and a convenient laundry room make this home easy to enjoy from day one. All beds, some bedding and the contents of the kitchen cupboards remain with the property and are included in the purchase price; all other remaining furnishings may be purchased outside of escrow. Outside, two separate patios let you chase sun or shade throughout the day, with the rear patio overlooking the tennis courts and just steps to one of two community spas, while the front courtyard entry is perfect for morning coffee framed by mountain views and lush desert landscaping. Parking is a breeze with direct access single car garage plus covered carport right at the front door. Sandroc II owners appreciate low maintenance living with exterior landscape and grounds maintenance included in the HOA, along with access to two tennis courts, a sparkling pool and two spas in a resort like setting. This is an incredibly desirable South Palm Desert location close to hiking, golf and all the energy of El Paseo - equally suited for full time living, a desert getaway or a lock and leave retreat.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Year Built
- 1980
- Lot Size
- 2,178 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 2
- Total Bathrooms
- 2 (2 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $594.0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Palm Desert Unified Schools
Palm Desert High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.9 mi
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,833 | 1,550 | 73% |
| Lot Size | 2,178 | 2,522 | 46% |
| Price | $575.0K | $490.0K | 61% |
| Price per sq ft | $314 | $323 | 40% |
| Built year | 1980 | 1979 | 56% |
| HOA | $594.0 | $750 | 31% |
| Days on market | 63 | 157 | 14% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Jan 3, 2026
$575,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Oct 3, 2019
$375,000
Public Record
Sold
Mar 3, 2014
$250,000
Public Record
Sold
Jan 16, 2003
$258,000
Public Record



































