78646 Waterfall Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Listing broker / agent: Compass · Michael Horne · CRMLS
MLS # 219154348DA · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 10:56 UTC
About this property
Sun City Palm Desert - Marquis. Ideally located a short distance from both the Mountain View and Sunset View Clubhouses, this impressive Marquis estate home blends elegant architectural details with extensive upgrades and inviting outdoor living. The gated front courtyard features decorative concrete hardscape, stacked stone accents and double leaded-glass entry doors. A north-facing backyard offers lush desert landscaping, an extended tile patio, sitting wall and artificial turf. Inside, soaring 12-foot coffered ceilings with uplighting highlight the foyer and living room, complemented by 10-foot ceilings throughout the remainder of the home. Shutters, solar shades, upgraded lighting and ceiling fans add comfort and style. The kitchen features abundant cabinetry, corian countertops, pullout shelving, under-cabinet lighting and recently updated stainless appliances. The adjacent family room offers a tile-trimmed gas fireplace, recessed lighting and French doors opening to the patio. A spacious den provides an ideal home office. The luxurious primary suite features a bay window, coffered ceiling and oversized walk-in closet. Its remodeled bathroom showcases shaker cabinetry, granite countertops, upgraded fixtures and sinks, an oversized spa tub, a custom tile stall shower with rimless glass enclosure and a smart bidet toilet. The remodeled guest bathroom offers coordinating shaker cabinetry, granite countertops and a custom-tiled shower with a frameless glass enclosure. Additional highlights include 20-inch diagonal tile flooring in all but the living room that features laminate wood flooring, a skylight illuminating the approach to the primary suite, a whole-home audio system, Halo water purification system(drink from any faucet) and an upgraded electrical panel ready for electric vehicle charging. Dual air conditioning and furnace systems were replaced in 2019, with ductwork and registers updated in 2022. The spacious laundry room includes abundant cabinetry and a utility sink, while the 2+ golf cart garage features an epoxy floor. A beautifully appointed home offering comfort, thoughtful improvements and an exceptional Sun City Palm Desert lifestyle.
Property details
- MLS number
- 219154348DA
- Status
- Active Under Contract (Backup)
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 2 Beds • 3 Baths
- Living area
- 2,415 (area; units unconfirmed)
- Lot size
- 0.16 acres
- County
- Riverside
- Year built
- 1992
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 2
Building
- Year built
- 1992
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 0
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Den, Family Room, Great Room
- Interior features
- High Ceilings, Wired For Sound
- Flooring
- Laminate, Tile
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air, Dual
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 3
- Garage spaces
- 3
- Carport spaces
- 0
- Parking
- Golf Cart Garage, Side By Side
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Lot features
- Close To Clubhouse, Drip Irrigation Bubblers, Planned Unit Development, Sprinklers Timer
- Lot size source
- Assessor
Utilities & community
- Utilities
- Cable Available
- Community features
- Golf, Gated
- Association amenities
- Bocce Court, Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Meeting Banquet Party Room, Security, Tennis Courts, Cable Tv
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $422.00
- Association fee frequency
- Semi Annually
- Additional association fee
- $45.00
- Additional fee frequency
- Semi Annually
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Ridge Academy (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Indio | 6–8 | 1.3 mi |
| Shadow Hills High (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Indio | 9–12 | 1.4 mi |
| Ronald Reagan Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Palm Desert | K–5 | 2.0 mi |
| James Monroe Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Bermuda Dunes | K–5 | 2.5 mi |
| Summit High (Continuation) (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · La Quinta | Not reported | 3.2 mi |
| Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · La Quinta | 6–8 | 3.3 mi |
| Gerald R. Ford Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Indian Wells | K–5 | 3.7 mi |
| Carrillo Ranch Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Indio | K–5 | 3.9 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $639,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $639,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2026 01:04 | $639,000 |
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Property taxes
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