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$1,950,000
1 Day On Site

44558 Santa Ynez Avenue
Palm Desert, CA 92260

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
8
Beds
7
Total Baths
7
Full Baths
5,365
SqFt
$363
/SqFt
1949
Built
Subdivision:
NA-322
County:
Riverside
Listed by Denise Zago of Sothebys International Realty [email protected]
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Welcome to Your Private Palm Desert Hacienda Retreat! Discover this one-of-a-kind, gated resort-style estate nestled just blocks from the world-renowned El Paseo shopping district. Originally built in 1949 for famed actress Mrs. Mabley—also known as Ma Kettle—this historic property blends timeless charm with modern luxury across a sprawling 19,000+ sq ft lot. Main Residence Highlights include: Over 3,400 sq ft of living space, 4 spacious bedrooms & 3.5 bathrooms, grand living room with dramatic wood-beamed ceilings and a floor-to-ceiling fireplace, gourmet kitchen featuring brand-new custom cabinetry, granite countertops, oversized island, and top-of-the-line Viking appliances, elegant family room with hardwood floors and expansive multi-slide glass doors opening to the entertainer’s backyard. The Primary Suite offers vaulted ceilings, a spa-inspired bathroom with dual shower heads with luxurious finishes and a private gym for your wellness needs. The two detached Casitas are ideal for guests or multi-generational living, each with its own covered patio perfect for al fresco dining. The outdoor oasis has a sparkling pebble tec pool and spa, pickleball court for active fun, outdoor bathroom and shower, built-in BBQ station for hosting unforgettable gatherings, and breathtaking mountain views that offer peace and privacy. Whether you're seeking a serene sanctuary or a vibrant venue for entertaining, this estate offers endless possibilities to personalize and elevate your lifestyle. Properties of this caliber and character rarely come to market—don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Palm Desert history.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,950,000
Days On Site 
1 Day
Bedrooms 
8
Inside Area (SqFt) 
5,365 sqft
Total Baths 
7
Full Baths 
7
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.43 Acres
Year Built 
1949
MLS® Number 
SR25194789
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing first seen on site
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.43
Attached Garage 
Yes
Carport 
1
Direction Faces 
South
Foundation 
Slab
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Number Of Stories 
1
Parking 
AttachedCircular DrivewayDirect AccessDrivewayElectric GateGarage Faces FrontGarageGarage Door OpenerRV Access/Parking
Parking Spaces 
4
Property Condition 
Updated/Remodeled
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)Security GateSmoke Detector(s)Security Lights
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
Stories 
One
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
R1
Interior Features
Appliances 
Built-In RangeConvection OvenDouble OvenDishwasherElectric OvenFreezerGas CooktopDisposalGas Water HeaterIce MakerMicrowaveRefrigeratorRange HoodSelf Cleaning OvenWater HeaterDryerWasher
Basement 
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living Room
Furnished 
Furnished
Heating 
Central
Interior 
Beamed CeilingsCeiling Fan(s)Granite CountersHigh CeilingsIn-Law FloorplanOpen FloorplanPantryRecessed LightingStorageEntrance FoyerWalk-In Closet(s)Master Downstairs
Laundry Features 
Washer HookupGas Dryer HookupInsideLaundry Room
Main Level Bedrooms 
6
Spa 
Yes
Bathroom 
Features - Granite Counters, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures
Den 
EntryFoyer 
Exercise Room 
Family Room 
Foyer 
Game Room 
Great Room 
Kitchen 
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Stucco
Exterior 
Barbecue
Fencing 
BlockBrickVinyl
Lot Features 
Back YardDesert FrontSprinklers In RearSprinklers In FrontLandscaped
Pool Features 
PrivateGas HeatHeated
Private Pool 
Yes
Roof 
Spanish Tile
Spa 
Yes
Spa Features 
HeatedIn GroundPrivate
View 
Mountain(s)
Waterview 
Mountain(s)
Windows/Doors 
French DoorsMirrored Closet Door(s)Sliding Doors
Community Features
Building Access 
no steps
Community Features 
Street LightsSidewalks
MLS Area 
322 - North Palm Desert
School District 
Desert Sands Unified
Schools
School District
Desert Sands Unified
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown


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