73955 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA 92260
- $990,000
- 4
- BD
- 3
- BA
- 1,900
- SqFt
- Sold Price
- $990,000
- List Price
- $998,000
- Closing Date
- May 22, 2026
- Status
- CLOSED
- MLS#
- IG26068292
- Year Built
- 1950
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Living Sq. Ft
- 1,900
- Lot Size
- 17,860
- Acres
- 0.41
- Lot Location
- Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Near Park, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Trees, Yard
- Days on Market
- 18
- Property Type
- Single Family Residential
- Style
- Mid-Century Modern
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Stories
- One Level
- Neighborhood
- Hidden Palms (32240)
Property Description
PRICE REDUCTION OF $132,000!! A rare mid-century estate, formerly the residence of Donald P. Kennedy, renowned philanthropist and influential proprietor of First American Title Company. This estate offers the perfect blend of historic significance, luxury, and quintessential Palm Desert lifestyle. The four-bedroom, 3-bathroom estate is beautifully situated on nearly half an acre of meticulously manicured grounds, featuring a sparkling pool, expansive yard, a newer four-car garage perfect for a car enthusiast, and a separate 5th garage with its own private double-gated entrance. Panoramic, snow-capped views of the San Jacinto Mountains, including San Gorgonio, the Santa Rosa Mountains and the Little San Bernardino range, create a breathtaking backdrop. Ideally located within walking distance - or a short golf cart ride - to The Civic Center Park, College of the Desert, McCallum Theatre, and The Shops at El Paseo, often haled as the 'Rodeo Drive of the Desert. Experience the energy of Coachella Valley Firebirds hockey at nearby Acrisure Arena, also home to concerts featuring top-name artists. This property was built in 1950 and fully renovated in 2021 including: Interior - all new windows, window coverings, glass sliding doors, laminate and tile flooring, rebuilt new kitchen, rebuilt three bathrooms, interior paint throughout, LED lighting, ceiling fans, switches and receptacles. Exterior - new exterior paint, overhead electrical was placed underground, solar panels added and fully paid, added double set of exterior block walls, double set of locking gates added creating a secure front yard and separately secure back yard, Ring cameras added, newly built four car garage, RV storage yard, new oversized awnings in backyard patio, full landscaping in both front and backyards with expansive grass, mature trees, flowering plants, new pool coping, new stand-alone hot tub, and newly foamed roof. The two new garages are 1050 square feet total on San Jose Street. The approximate dimensions are as follow - Garage on Left: 24'7'W x 24'3"L x 9'H, Garage on Right: 22'3"W X 20'8"L X 9'H Both Garage Doors: 16'W X 8'H. The original garage (#5) on Catalina Way measures 11.5'W X 17'L X 7'H with electric closing garage door and additional storage closets.
Additional Information
- Other Buildings
- Second Garage, Storage
- Appliances
- Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, High Efficiency Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Pool
- Yes
- Pool Description
- Gas Heat, Private
- Fireplace Description
- Gas Starter, Living Room
- Heat
- Central
- Cooling
- Yes
- Cooling Description
- Central Air
- View
- Hills, Mountain(s)
- Exterior Construction
- Block
- Patio
- Concrete, Front Porch, Patio
- Roof
- Fiberglass
- Garage Spaces Total
- 5
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- School District
- Desert Sands Unified
- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters, Bedroom on Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Main Level Primary
- Attached Structure
- Detached
- Number Of Units Total
- 1
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: BONNIE KENNEDY (bonnie@thekennedysrealestate.com) from Listing Office: The Kennedys.
Listing sold by Scott Rissman from eXp Realty Of Southern California Inc
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