78711 Kentia Palm Drive, Palm Desert, California 92211, Palm Desert, 92211 - 2 bed, 2 bath
78711 Kentia Palm Drive
Palm Desert, California 92211
Property Price
SUMMARY
Estimated Market Value
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 78711 Kentia Palm Drive Subject | $675,000* List Price | 2 | 2 | 2,142 | $300 | - |
A 78259 Kistler Way Sold | $515,555 | 2 | 2 | 2,142 | $241 | 0.7 mi |
B 78379 Kistler Way Sold | $499,000 | 2 | 3 | 2,142 | $233 | 0.6 mi |
C 78325 Cloveridge Way Sold | $605,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,032 | $298 | 0.7 mi |
D 78904 Alliance Way Sold | $485,000 | 2 | 2 | 2,032 | $239 | 0.6 mi |
E 35238 Flute Avenue Sold | $505,000 | 2 | 2 | 2,142 | $236 | 0.8 mi |
F 78589 Rainswept Way Sold | $670,000 | 2 | 2 | 2,156 | $311 | 0.8 mi |
G 36493 Fan Palm Way Active Under Contract | $539,000 List Price | 2 | 2 | 2,142 | $252 | 0.3 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is move-in ready.
The property is in move-in ready condition and shows pride of ownership with an 'immaculate' presentation. While built in 2001, it has been well-maintained and updated with fresh interior paint, new baseboard moldings, and a refreshed kitchen featuring newer appliances, a double oven, and a new tile backsplash. The bathrooms include upgraded slab granite counters. The addition of a mini-split system and epoxy flooring in the garage further indicates high-quality maintenance. It exceeds the 'fair' category due to these updates and its turnkey status, though it does not meet the 'excellent' criteria as it is not a brand-new construction or a total recent down-to-the-studs renovation.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Premium Views and Orientation
The property features highly desirable south-facing exposure with unobstructed views of the golf course and mountains, maximizing natural light and desert scenery.
- Versatile St. Croix Floor Plan
As the community's most popular model, this home offers exceptional utility with two bedrooms plus a den, a dedicated hobby room, and a rare additional golf cart garage.
- Immaculate Turnkey Condition
The interior boasts a 'bed and breakfast' aesthetic with fresh paint, an upgraded chef’s kitchen, and a finished garage equipped with epoxy flooring and a mini-split system.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Aging Infrastructure
Built in 2001, the property may soon require capital improvements for original major systems such as the roof or main HVAC, despite the recent cosmetic updates.
- Demographic and Fee Restrictions
The 55+ age requirement and $398 monthly HOA fee limit the pool of potential buyers and increase fixed carrying costs compared to non-restricted neighborhoods.
About 78711 Kentia Palm Drive
Welcome to this beautiful south-facing golf course and mountain view ST. CROIX home with 2 bedrooms, den, office/hobby room, and golf cart garage. Every room in this home is immaculate and has an exquisite 'bed and breakfast'' ambience. Freshly painted interior with new baseboard moldings, this home is located in a 'central'' area of Sun City near the Sunset View clubhouse (Boulevard's Bar & Grill Restaurant) . The private courtyard with sitting area, sparkling fountain, and upgraded concrete overlay flooring is charming. Enter the great room with a large French country fireplace mantle with built-in shelving. The country kitchen has upgraded cabinets, newer appliances, double oven, new tile backsplash, chef's island, generous breakfast nook and breakfast bar. A good size dining area lies off the kitchen. Both living room and dining room have beautiful views through the wall of windows. As you walk through the charmingly decorated hallway, you enter the primary bedroom with sitting area and door with direct access to back patio. Slab granite counters in bathrooms, double vanity and shower. Guest bedroom has large closet next to the full bath. Office/hobby room has direct access to the two car garage ( plus golf cart garage.) Epoxy flooring, storage cabinets, and a mini split. Finally, this backyard area offers the best of both worlds with a golf course/mountain view and private dining and sitting area on an extended patio with gas fire pit. Finally, the St Croix is the most popular model and this particular home has it all!
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 2001
- Lot Size
- 6,970 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 2
- Total Bathrooms
- 2 (2 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $398.0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Palm Desert Unified Schools
Ronald Reagan Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 2.3 mi
Dwight Eisenhower Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 5.8 mi
Desert Ridge Academy
Grades 6-8 • 1.3 mi
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 3.0 | 40% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 2,142 | 1,931 | 61% |
| Lot Size | 6,970 | 6,534 | 56% |
| Price | $675.0K | $560.0K | 69% |
| Price per sq ft | $315 | $312 | 51% |
| Built year | 2001 | 2000 | 58% |
| HOA | $398.0 | $396 | 50% |
| Days on market | 29 | 164 | 1% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Feb 6, 2026
$675,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Jun 7, 2023
$606,500
Public Record
Sold
Jul 25, 2001
$307,000
Public Record