3479 Via Leonardo
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Listing broker / agent: Coldwell Banker Realty · Jonathan Perlstein · CRMLS
MLS # 26992071PS · Last checked Oct 20, 2026 04:56 UTC
About this property
Welcome to Villa Portofino, one of the desert's premier 55+ resort communities, where sophisticated living meets effortless comfort. At only 2 years old, this highly sought-after freestanding Milano residence offers 2,341 square feet of beautifully designed living space, with an exceptional open floor plan, and EXTENSIVE UPGRADES throughout. The expansive great room is framed by abundant natural light and dramatic mountain views, flowing seamlessly through oversized sliders to a delightful rear patio with dual ceiling fans, creating an ideal setting for indoor-outdoor entertaining. At the heart of the home, the beautifully appointed kitchen showcases additional CUSTOM CABINETRY with illuminated glass-front uppers, soft-close doors and drawers, convenient pull-out shelving, a real MARBLE BACKSPLASH, and a newer drawer-style microwave. The luxurious primary suite captures the same spectacular mountain views and features a generous stand alone soaking tub and an OVERSIZED DUAL WALK-IN SHOWER, completely remodeled for grand scale. The walls in the primary bath are adorned with IMPORTED HAND-SKETCHED ITALIAN TILES, giving you a unique spa like experience. A versatile den and formal dining area provide additional living options and could potentially be reimagined as third and fourth bedrooms. Porcelain tile flooring extends throughout the home, while a dedicated air-conditioning split in the 2 car garage provides year-round comfort. Energy efficiency is enhanced by the TANKLESS WATER HEATER and the 15 OWNED SOLAR PANELS, offering meaningful savings without a lease obligation. The HOA provides exceptional value, INCLUDING BUILDING FIRE AND EARTHQUAKE INSURANCE, trash service, landscape water and maintenance, cable television with HBO, and HIGH-SPEED INTERNET. At the center of the community is an impressive 30,000-square-foot clubhouse featuring two restaurants, a fully equipped fitness center, movie theater, billiards and game room, shuffleboard, bocce ball, resort-style pool, and spa. Ideally located in the heart of the Coachella Valley, Villa Portofino places you just minutes from El Paseo, The McCallum Theatre, The Shops at Palm Desert, and Eisenhower Medical Center. Offering refined interiors, breathtaking mountain views, extensive upgrades, owned solar, and an extraordinary collection of resort amenities, this exceptional residence delivers the very best of carefree desert living. *Appointment only*
Property details
- MLS number
- 26992071PS
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Condominium
- Beds / baths
- 2 Beds • 3 Baths
- Living area
- 2,341 (area; units unconfirmed)
- Lot size
- 0.0547 acres
- County
- Riverside
- Year built
- 2024
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 4
Building
- Year built
- 2024
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Architectural style
- Mediterranean
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Entry level
- 1
- Roof
- Tile
- Foundation
- Slab
- Condition
- Additions Alterations, Updated Remodeled
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 0
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Den, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Living Room, Office, Pantry
- Appliances
- Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer
- Interior features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fans, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Walk In Pantry
- Flooring
- Tile
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Furnishing
- Unfurnished
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Door Multi, Driveway, Garage, Guest, Private
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- Community, In Ground, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community, In Ground
- Patio / porch
- Rear Porch, Brick, Covered
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- None
- Property outlook
- Mountains, Panoramic
Utilities & community
- Sewer
- Sewer Tap Paid
- Community features
- Gated, Pool
- Association amenities
- Bocce Court, Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Maintenance Grounds, Game Room, Pool, Pet Restrictions, Spa Hot Tub, Trash, Cable Tv
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $885.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
- Pets
- Yes
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 |
|---|---|---|
| James Earl Carter Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Palm Desert | K–5 | 0.9 mi |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Palm Desert | K–5 | 1.6 mi |
| Palm Desert Charter Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Palm Desert | 6–8 | 1.7 mi |
| Palm Desert High (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Palm Desert | Not reported | 2.0 mi |
| Altus Schools Coachella Valley (school website, opens in a new tab) Riverside County Office of Education · Palm Desert | 7–12 | 2.5 mi |
| Rancho Mirage Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Palm Springs Unified · Rancho Mirage | K–5 | 2.6 mi |
| George Washington Charter (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Palm Desert | K–5 | 2.8 mi |
| Ronald Reagan Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Palm Desert | K–5 | 3.7 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
- $719,900
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $719,900
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 05:59 | $719,900 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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