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Property Description
Resort-Style Living in Sun City Palm Desert. Stunning Solar-Powered Pool Home!Nestled within the prestigious 55+ community of Sun City Palm Desert, this sought-after Emerald model residence perfectly blends comfort, elegance, and desert lifestyle. This solar-powered pool home is thoughtfully upgraded and offers exceptional indoor/outdoor living.Step into a light-filled interior with soaring double-tray ceilings, plantation shutters, new plush carpeting, and a great room layout that flows seamlessly from the kitchen to the living spaces, perfect for entertaining.The heart of the home, the chef's kitchen, features a skylight, expansive island, and a bright kitchen that opens to the family room with a fireplace and built-ins as well as a kitchen nook. The photos do not reflect the kitchen upgrades including stainless steel ovens, microwave, dishwasher and new gas range. A formal dining area and elegant living room overlook the lush, south-facing tropical backyard and glistening private pool with waterfall, all powered by a new pump and heater for maximum efficiency and enjoyment.The spacious primary suite is a serene retreat with a charming bay window framing the resort-style backyard. The ensuite bath offers a dual vanity, custom walk-in closet, walk-in shower, and a brand new Safe Step walk-in tub for added comfort and accessibility.Guests will enjoy their own private bedroom and full bathroom, while a versatile third bedroom can serve as a home office, craft room, or additional guest quarters.Additional highlights include:Two brand-new HVAC systemsNew hot water tank with recirculating pumpGenerous laundry room with ample storageTwo car garage with built-in cabinetry, an extra golf cart garage, and mini-split A/CThis home offers the very best of active adult living, complete with world-class amenities, scenic golf, fitness centers, pools, and vibrant social clubs with low HOA fees which incudes internet and cable for 2 tvs, including premium channels ie HBO, DIsney, etc.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 78197 Bonanza Dr
General
- Sold For: $680,000
- HOA FEE: $417/month
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Desert_Area_Palm_Springs
- MLS ID: 219132801
- Added to Site: 187 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Family Room, Breakfast, Dining Area, Living Room
- Interior Features: Built-In Features, Tray Ceiling(s), Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings (9 Ft+), Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas Starter, Gas Log
- Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Kitchen Island, Dining Area, Breakfast Nook
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave Oven, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Disposal
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Windows/Treatment: Shutters
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedroom Features: 2 Primary Bedrooms, Walk-In Closet, Primary Suite
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Corian Counters, Skylight(s), Island
- Laundry: Individual Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Bocce Ball Court, Tennis Courts, Recreation Room, Pet Rules, Management, Other Courts, Meeting Room, Maintenance Grounds, Lake or Pond, Guest Parking, Greenbelt/Park, Golf Course, Fitness Center, RV Parking, Clubhouse, Billiard Room, Banquet Facilities
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Heated, In Ground, Private, Heated, In Ground, Private, Private
- Security/Safety: 24 Hour Security, Gated Community, Card/Code Access
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Concrete Slab
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Uncovered Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 5
- Parking: Garage Door Opener, Driveway
- Garage Description: Attached
Location
- Area: 307 - Palm Desert NE
- County: Riverside
- Subdivision: Sun City
- Cross Streets: Red Cedar & Sunny Days
- Direction Faces: Leisure Faces South
Community
- Gated community: Yes
- Golf course: Yes
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Fees Include: Clubhouse, Security, Cable TV
- Pet Restrictions: Association Pet Rules
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s)
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: In, Connected and Paid
- Water District: Coachella Valley Water District
- Water: Water District
- TV Service: Cable TV
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Mediterranean
- Builder: Del Webb
- Model: Emerald with pool
- Exterior Const.: Block
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
- Doors: Double-Door Entry
- Sprinklers: Yes
- Entry Location: Ground Level - No Steps
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 2,029
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1996
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Other Struct. Feat.: Solar System Owned
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,405
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Irrigation System: Drip System
- Fencing (Description): Block
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $344
- Association Fee: Yes
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Assoc Fee /Month: $417
- Terms: Conventional, VA Loan, Cash
Disclosures and Reports
- APN: 748160079
Listed by Equity Union, Nadira Lee
Sold by Bruce K Morgan
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Schools
Schools serving 78197 Bonanza Dr
School District:Desert Sands Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ronald Reagan Elementary School, Palm Desert, CA 39-800 Liberty Dr., Palm Desert, CA 92211 | K-5 | 1.4 mi |
Desert Ridge Academy 79-767 Ave. 39, Indio, CA 92203 | 6-8 | 1.6 mi |
Shadow Hills High School 39-225 Jefferson St., Indio, CA 92201 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 78197 Bonanza Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/21/2025
Sold
$680,000
-2.72%
MLS
7/14/2025
Listed
$699,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
78197 Bonanza Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92211 (MLS# 219132801) is a Single Family property that was sold at $680,000 on October 21, 2025. Want to learn more about 78197 Bonanza Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Palm Desert? You can browse all Palm Desert real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

