78226 Kistler Way
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Listing broker / agent: HomeSmart · John Gonnello · CRMLS
MLS # 219154496DA · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 09:28 UTC
About this property
Beautifully maintained Cayman model, ideally situated between the Sunset View and LakeView Clubhouses in Sun City Palm Desert. This home offers 2 bedrooms, a large den, and 2 full baths, along with a spacious north facing rear yard featuring an extended patio and low maintenance desert landscaping--perfect for enjoying the tranquil outdoor setting. Inside, the home is warm and inviting with diagonally laid tile flooring throughout the main areas, while the great room, den, and bedrooms feature brand new carpeting. The kitchen is bright and functional, offering speckled Corian countertops with rounded edges, a convenient breakfast bar, and cabinetry with pull out shelves for easy storage. Transom windows and a skylight fill the space with abundant natural light, enhancing the home's open feel. Attractive maple cabinetry is featured in both the kitchen and bathrooms. Double pocket doors open to the den, which includes shutters and can serve as an office, hobby room, or additional guest space. The primary suite offers shutters, a pocket door to the bath, and a large walk in closet with mirrored door. The primary bath includes dual sinks and a generous stall shower. The guest bath features a tub/shower combination. An extended two car garage--4 feet deeper than standard--comfortably accommodates a golf cart along with additional storage.A well located, well maintained Cayman with thoughtful upgrades and a highly desirable lot--ready for its next Sun City owner.
Property details
- MLS number
- 219154496DA
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 2 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 1,616 (area; units unconfirmed)
- Lot size
- 0.13 acres
- County
- Riverside
- Year built
- 2001
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 1
Building
- Year built
- 2001
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Construction
- Stucco
- Roof
- Concrete, Tile
- Foundation
- Slab
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 0
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 0
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Den, Entry Foyer, Great Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other, Pantry, Utility Room
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Water Heater
- Interior features
- Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, High Ceilings, Storage, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Utility Room, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile
- Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Carport spaces
- 0
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Patio / porch
- Concrete, Covered
- Lot features
- Close To Clubhouse, Drip Irrigation Bubblers, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Block
Utilities & community
- Water
- Private
- Utilities
- Cable Available
- Community features
- Golf, Gated
- Association amenities
- Bocce Court, Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Sport Court, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Game Room, Lake Or Pond, Meeting Room, Meeting Banquet Party Room, Other Courts, Picnic Area, Paddle Tennis, Pet Restrictions, Racquetball, Security, Tennis Courts, Trails, Cable Tv
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $422.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
- Additional association fee
- $45.00
- Additional fee frequency
- Monthly
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 | 2.0 mi |
| Ronald Reagan Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Palm Desert | K–5 | 2.2 mi |
| Shadow Hills High (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Indio | 9–12 | 2.2 mi |
| James Monroe Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Bermuda Dunes | K–5 | 3.1 mi |
| Summit High (Continuation) (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · La Quinta | Not reported | 3.7 mi |
| Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · La Quinta | 6–8 | 3.8 mi |
| Gerald R. Ford Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Indian Wells | K–5 | 4.2 mi |
| Carrillo Ranch Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Indio | K–5 | 4.6 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
- $459,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $459,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 17, 2026 00:16 | $459,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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