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$535,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2,042 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
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Amazing opportunity in Sun City Palm Desert! One of the best values on a premium lot with awesome golf course and mountain views. This 2 bedroom plus den, 2 bathroom home is perfectly positioned to take in the stunning views from the spacious covered back patio - ideal for morning coffee or evening sunsets. Bring your contractor and make this your dream home. Step inside to a light-filled, San Carlos floor plan with high ceilings and thoughtful design throughout. The kitchen features a sit-up bar, ample storage and a breakfast nook which flow into the family room with cozy fireplace and built-in shelving. The flexible den/office space offers additional functionality and can be easily made into a 3rd bedroom. There is a double door entry into the spacious primary suite with sliding door to the back yard. The primary bathroom has double sinks, walk-in closet, soaking tub and separate shower. Enjoy a second private outdoor space with a charming enclosed front courtyard - perfect for relaxing or greeting neighbors. The home also includes a 2 car extended garage for a larger vehicle or extra storage. Come experience the best of desert living with golf, pools, tennis, pickleball, fitness centers, dining and endless social activities - all within a welcoming community.

Full Property Details for 78252 Kensington Ave

General

  • Sold For: $535,000
  • HOA FEE: $442/month
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Desert_Area_Palm_Springs
  • MLS ID: 219140210
  • Added to Site: 120 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Den - Study, Breakfast, Utility, Living Room, Family Room, Dining Room
  • Interior Features: High Ceilings (9 Ft+), Storage
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas Starter
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Nook, Living/Dining Combo
  • Furnishings: Unfurnished
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Laminate, Ceramic Tile
  • Windows/Treatment: Double Pane Windows, Shutters

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Individual Room

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Barbecue, Tennis Courts, Pet Rules, Meeting Room, Lake or Pond, Guest Parking, Greenbelt/Park, Golf Course, Fitness Center, RV Parking, Card Room, Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Biking Trails, Billiard Room, Banquet Facilities, Bocce Ball Court
  • Security/Safety: Gated Community

Exterior

  • Deck/Patio: Covered, Concrete Slab

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Oversized, Garage Door Opener, Direct Entrance, Side By Side
  • Garage Description: Attached

Location

  • Area: 307 - Palm Desert NE
  • County: Riverside
  • Subdivision: Sun City
  • Cross Streets: Del Webb Blvd.

Community

  • Gated community: Yes
  • Golf course: Yes
  • Association: Yes
  • Assoc. Fees Include: Cable TV
  • Pet Restrictions: Association Pet Rules

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s)

Utilities

  • Sewer: In Street Paid
  • TV Service: Cable TV

Structural Information

  • Model: San Carlos
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Stories/Levels: 1
  • Square Feet: 2,042
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

  • Mountain views: Yes
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,534
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Irrigation System: Drip System

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $274
  • Association Fee: Yes
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
  • Assoc Fee /Month: $442
  • Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan

Disclosures and Reports

  • APN: 752240008

Listed by HomeSmart, Julie Lynn Warner
Sold by Mark L Tate

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Schools serving 78252 Kensington Ave

School District:Desert Sands Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Ronald Reagan Elementary School, Palm Desert, CA
39-800 Liberty Dr., Palm Desert, CA 92211
K-52.1 mi
Desert Ridge Academy
79-767 Ave. 39, Indio, CA 92203
6-81.9 mi
Shadow Hills High School
39-225 Jefferson St., Indio, CA 92201
9-122 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 78252 Kensington Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/25/2026
Sold
$535,000
-4.45%
MLS
12/19/2025
Listed
$559,900
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by HomeSmart, Julie Lynn Warner
Sold by Mark L Tate

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