Unique opportunity to own almost 5 acres in the heart of the Coachella Valley! This spectacular lot includes a 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,525 sq. ft. home built in 1978, with a tiled roof and 2 car garage. The home features a formal living room, and formal dining area, PLUS a family room with a fireplace. The kitchen includes an electric cook top, built in oven, stainless steel sink, and refrigerator. There is a fiber glass pool in the backyard, which is perfect for entertaining. The true value is in the land, which is perfect to build your own private family estate (this is a HORSE property), or subdivide into approximately 3 residential units per acre. All services are already in the street, which includes water and sewer (CVWD). The property also has a well and water tower, but they are currently not in use. Other uses for this property may include churches, wholesale nursery (with CUP), etc. Bermuda Dunes is under the jurisdiction of the County of Riverside and is short term rental approved. Perfect for festival season or events! Close to shopping, dining, the freeway, and much more! You do not want to miss this incredible opportunity!
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
4.78 acresLot Size
$774Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Amie Arbid•DRE #01280377• Coldwell Banker Realty
•760-880-2028 (agent)
•amiearbid@gmail.com (agent)
Bought with Amie Arbid•DRE #01280377• Coldwell Banker Realty
Unique opportunity to own almost 5 acres in the heart of the Coachella Valley! This spectacular lot includes a 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,525 sq. ft. home built in 1978, with a tiled roof and 2 car garage. The home features a formal living room, and formal dining area, PLUS a family room with a fireplace. The kitchen includes an electric cook top, built in oven, stainless steel sink, and refrigerator. There is a fiber glass pool in the backyard, which is perfect for entertaining. The true value is in the land, which is perfect to build your own private family estate (this is a HORSE property), or subdivide into approximately 3 residential units per acre. All services are already in the street, which includes water and sewer (CVWD). The property also has a well and water tower, but they are currently not in use. Other uses forr this property may include churches, wholesale nursery (with CUP), etc. Bermuda Dunes is under the jurisdiction of the County of Riverside and is short term rental approved. Perfect for festival season or events! Close to shopping, dining, the freeway, and much more! You do not want to miss this incredible opportunity!
GPSMLS #219064448
Dec 13, 2021
Sold
$950,000
$623/sq ft
Nov 24, 2021
Contingent
—
Nov 1, 2021
Price Changed
$1,125,000
$738/sq ft
Nov 1, 2021
Price Changed
$1,100,000
$721/sq ft
Nov 1, 2021
Relisted
—
Sep 1, 2021
Contingent
—
Aug 4, 2021
Price Changed
$1,200,000
$787/sq ft
Jul 3, 2021
Listed
$1,300,000
$852/sq ft
GPSMLS #219064481
Dec 13, 2021
Sold
$950,000
$623/sq ft
Nov 24, 2021
Contingent
—
Nov 1, 2021
Price Changed
$1,125,000
$738/sq ft
Nov 1, 2021
Price Changed
$1,100,000
$721/sq ft
Nov 1, 2021
Relisted
—
Sep 1, 2021
Contingent
—
Aug 4, 2021
Price Changed
$1,200,000
$787/sq ft
Jul 3, 2021
Listed
$1,300,000
$852/sq ft
+32
Wow! This is truly a rare opportunity to own almost 5 acres in one of the most desirable locations in the Coachella Valley! Perfect for that family estate home/compound or residential subdivision. Included on this property is a 1525 SF home built in 1978 with 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms, a formal living room and dining area plus a family room with fireplace, plus a kitchen with electric cook top, built-in oven, stainless steel sink and refrigerator. Other features include a tile roof, two car attached garage and fiberglass pool in the rear yard. The home has good bones but it is definitely a fixer. The real value here is the land which is zoned R-1-12,000 which allows approximately 3 residential units per acre. Other obvious uses include wholesale nurseries (with CUP), churches, HORSE property. All services are in the street including water and sewer (CVWD). There is a private well and water tower on the property but they are currently not in use. This property is located in the Community known as Bermuda Dunes which is under the jurisdiction of the County of Riverside. Do not miss the amazing opportunity!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,627 (+4.1%)
$79,590 + $928,557
$1,008,147
2024
$12,128 (+2.0%)
$79,590 + $928,557
$1,008,147
2023
$11,890 (+2.0%)
$78,030 + $910,350
$988,380
2022
$11,658 (+742.2%)
$76,500 + $892,500
$969,000
2021
$1,384 (+1.9%)
$75,000 + $875,000
$950,000
2020
$1,358 (+2.0%)
$18,622 + $92,386
$111,008
2019
$1,331 (+2.0%)
$18,432 + $91,439
$109,871
2018
$1,305 (+2.3%)
$18,071 + $89,647
$107,718
2017
$1,276 (+10.1%)
$17,371 + $86,166
$103,537
2016
$1,159
$17,371 + $86,166
$103,537
2015
$1,159 (+1.8%)
$17,031 + $84,477
$101,508
2014
$1,138 (+0.7%)
$16,449 + $81,580
$98,029
2013
$1,130 (+3.9%)
$16,449 + $81,580
$98,029
2012
$1,087 (+1.9%)
$16,376 + $81,212
$97,588
2011
$1,067 (−1.1%)
$16,055 + $79,620
$95,675
2010
$1,080 (+2.7%)
$15,741 + $78,059
$93,800
2009
$1,051 (+3.7%)
$15,624 + $77,477
$93,101
2008
$1,014
$15,662 + $77,662
$93,324
Tax history for 78624 Darby Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,627 (+4.1%)
$79,590 + $928,557
$1,008,147
2024
$12,128 (+2.0%)
$79,590 + $928,557
$1,008,147
2023
$11,890 (+2.0%)
$78,030 + $910,350
$988,380
2022
$11,658 (+742.2%)
$76,500 + $892,500
$969,000
2021
$1,384 (+1.9%)
$75,000 + $875,000
$950,000
2020
$1,358 (+2.0%)
$18,622 + $92,386
$111,008
2019
$1,331 (+2.0%)
$18,432 + $91,439
$109,871
2018
$1,305 (+2.3%)
$18,071 + $89,647
$107,718
2017
$1,276 (+10.1%)
$17,371 + $86,166
$103,537
2016
$1,159
$17,371 + $86,166
$103,537
2015
$1,159 (+1.8%)
$17,031 + $84,477
$101,508
2014
$1,138 (+0.7%)
$16,449 + $81,580
$98,029
2013
$1,130 (+3.9%)
$16,449 + $81,580
$98,029
2012
$1,087 (+1.9%)
$16,376 + $81,212
$97,588
2011
$1,067 (−1.1%)
$16,055 + $79,620
$95,675
2010
$1,080 (+2.7%)
$15,741 + $78,059
$93,800
2009
$1,051 (+3.7%)
$15,624 + $77,477
$93,101
2008
$1,014
$15,662 + $77,662
$93,324
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.78 Acres
Year renovated
1978
Sq. Ft.
1,525
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
609061006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking and Garage Information
Total Parking Spaces: 8
Parking: Garage Door Opener, Driveway
Has Garage
Garage Description: Attached
Total Covered Spaces: 2
Total Garage Spaces: 2
Total Uncovered/Assigned Spaces: 4
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Main Floor Bedroom
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 2
Room Information
Rooms: Dining Room, Breakfast, Other
Eating Areas: Breakfast Nook, Dining Area
Interior Features
Furnished: Unfurnished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace(s)
Total Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Flooring
Tile
Equipment
Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave Oven
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling Type: Air Conditioning
Exterior
Building Information
Building Style: Spanish
Building # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Levels: One
Exterior Features
Entry Floor Number: 1
Security Safety: None
Fencing: Chain Link
Has Sprinklers
Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Location: Private
Pool Description: In Ground
Pool Construction: Fiberglass
Land Information
Land Type: Fee
Land Type: Fee Simple
Irrigation: Sprinkler System
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Description: Rectangular Lot
Property Features
Sq Ft Source: Assessor
View: Has View
View Type: Mountain(s)
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached/Detached: Detached
Property Orientation Faces: Front Door Faces South
Property Condition: Repair Cosmetic
Utilities
Utilities Information
PUD Y/N: No
Sewer: Unknown
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Total Monthly Association Fees: 0.00
Location Information
Directions: North on Washington East on Palm Royale Darby is to the left. Property is on your left hand side.
Cross Streets: Washington and Palm Royale
Community Information
Gated Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,525
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.78 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 1978
County: Riverside County
APN: 609061006
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: Property As Is
Listing Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan
Sale Type: Standard
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Short Term Rentals: Yes
Will Consider Lease: No
Around this home
Schools
James Monroe Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
Palm Desert High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 114° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bermuda Dunes, CA • 92203
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
June and 7.4 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
11.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.12M – $1.36M
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