ActiveResidential · sale

279 Serena Drive

Palm Desert, CA 92260

$549,900

  • 2 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1,584 sq ft
  • 0.06 acres
  • Built 1979

Listed by Keller Williams Luxury Homes Intl. · MLS #219155447PS

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279 Serena Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260 · MLS #219155447PS

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A FEW THINGS TO NOTICE

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An interior atrium adds architectural interest and additional light, offering flexibility as a seating area, display space, or future garden retreat.The light and bright kitchen features granite countertops and generous windows overlooking the newly redone patio, mountains and golf course.

Year built

Built in 1979.

Garage parking

2 garage spaces listed.

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THE PROPERTY

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Come and capture the VIEW VIEW VIEW! This one-story, PARTIALLY FURNISHED west-facing end-unit condominium is located within Monterey Country Club and offers approximately 1,584 square feet of open, thoughtfully designed living space. The single-level layout, combined with an easy-flow floor plan, supports a comfortable and accessible living experience well suited to a low-maintenance desert lifestyle.Ceramic tile flooring extends throughout the main living areas, while the two bedrooms and office (which can also be used as a third bedroom) feature wood laminate flooring. Large windows fill the home with natural light and frame golf course and mountain views. An interior atrium adds architectural interest and additional light, offering flexibility as a seating area, display space, or future garden retreat.The light and bright kitchen features granite countertops and generous windows overlooking the newly redone patio, mountains and golf course. The high ceilings and open design flows naturally into the living area, where a fireplace creates a warm focal point and enhances everyday comfort.The primary bedroom is generously sized, offering a private and relaxing retreat. The primary bathroom has been updated with a newly replaced shower glass door. Recent improvements throughout the home include new shutters and mini-blinds in the kitchen and bedrooms, custom lighting, a new hot water heater, a new laundry room ceiling fan and updated door locks. Owner just added a new garage door motor, and a new epoxy floor to the attached two-car garage. Washer and dryer are located inside the home. . An update on the condo was completed in 2019 by the previous ownerThe home is offered partially furnished, ( n excluded furniture list is available )Monterey Country Club is a centrally located, well-established Palm Desert community offering a 27-hole golf course, clubhouse amenities, tennis and pickleball courts, and multiple swimming pools. The mature landscaping, maintained grounds, and inclusive amenities support a relaxed, lock-and-leave lifestyle with easy access to shopping, dining, and everyday services.
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THE NEIGHBORHOOD

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279 Serena Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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LOCAL MARKET CONTEXT

Riverside County housing market

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12-month price trend$608,146Down 0.3% vs. the previous 12 months
Months of supply4.212-month average
Days on market5312-month weighted average

Latest available data: October 2026. Research by ERA Brokers Consolidated.

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THE DETAILS

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Property type
Residential
Category
Residential
Year built
1979
Full baths
2
Half baths
0
Garage spaces
2
Heating
ForcedAir,NaturalGas
Appliances
Dishwasher,ElectricCooktop,ElectricOven,Disposal,GasWaterHeater,IceMaker,Microwave,Refrigerator
Flooring
Laminate,Tile
Utilities
CableAvailable
Fencing
None
Pool
Yes
Pool features
Community,Gunite,InGround
Spa
No
Subdivision
Monterey Country Clu
Parcel
622111006
HOA
Monterey Country Club HOA
HOA amenities
BocceCourt,Clubhouse,FitnessCenter,GolfCourse,MaintenanceGrounds,GameRoom,MeetingRoom,Management,Sauna,Security,TennisCourts,Trash,CableTv
HOA fee frequency
Monthly
Elementary school
Carter
Middle school
Palm Desert Charter
High school
Palm Desert
HOA fee
$800.00

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Investor outlook assumes an all-cash purchase. No mortgage payment is deducted.

Estimated monthly cash flow · cash purchase—
Estimated monthly rent$2,291.25
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HOA: Includes $800.00 per month in HOA dues, converted from the $800.00 monthly fee reported by the listing source.

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Annual insurance starts at purchase price × 0.25%, rounded to the nearest available amount. Updates with purchase price until you choose another amount.A planning estimate, not an insurance quote. Adjust it for your property and coverage.

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How this scenario is calculated

Annual operating income is rent after vacancy, management, maintenance, taxes, insurance, HOA and other operating costs, before financing and capital reserves. Cap rate divides annual operating income by purchase price. Estimated monthly cash flow assumes an all-cash purchase: rent after vacancy, management, maintenance, taxes, insurance, HOA, other operating costs and capital reserves. No mortgage payment is deducted. The mortgage calculator is separate; loan payments would reduce cash flow for a financed purchase. One-time acquisition costs, renovations, income taxes, depreciation and appreciation are excluded.

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20% down and 7% interest are illustrative starting values.

Estimated monthly principal & interest—Loan payment only. Excludes property taxes, homeowners/flood insurance, mortgage insurance and HOA dues.

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Based on a fixed-rate, fully amortizing loan with monthly payments and the price, down payment, interest rate and term you select. The interest rate is an example, not a current rate offer or APR; APR includes certain loan costs. This is an illustration, not a Loan Estimate, approval, offer of credit or commitment to lend.

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Listing information

MLS #219155447PS · California Regional MLS

Listing brokerage: Keller Williams Luxury Homes Intl.

Listing status: Active. MLS last changed: not supplied. Availability last checked: not recorded. Confirm current availability and price with the listing agent.

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