26701 Rio Dulce Road, Cathedral City, California 92234, Cathedral City, 92234 - 4 bed, 4 bath

26701 Rio Dulce Road, Cathedral City, California 92234 home-pic-0
CLOSED$520,000$2,028/sqft
Est. Value: $515,000
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26701 Rio Dulce Road, Cathedral City, California 92234
4Beds
4Baths
2,028Sqft
5,227Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

The estimated value ($515,000) is $0 (0%) lower than the list price ($515,000). This property may be overpriced.

Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Income-Generating Casita: Features a private attached casita with its own entrance, kitchenette, bathroom, brand new A/C, and balcony, offering significant flexibility for guests, extended family, or potential rental income.
Top Cons:
Limited Lot Size: The property sits on a 5,227 sqft lot, which may be considered small for buyers desiring a larger private outdoor space or yard beyond the patio.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$520.0K vs avg $549.5K ($-29,500)41%
Size:2,028 sqft vs avg 1,789 sqft69%
Price/sqft:$256 vs avg $30915%

More Insights

This property has been on the market for 77 days.
Built in 2004 (21 years old).
Condition: Built in 2004, this property is 20 years old, placing it at the upper end of the 'Good' category's age range. The description highlights a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a 'spa-style' primary bath with desirable features like dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower, suggesting good quality and functionality. The attached casita includes a brand new A/C unit, indicating recent system updates. While the property analysis notes a 'potential for dated finishes' in the main home, the overall description points to a move-in ready condition with well-maintained systems and appealing features, aligning with the 'Good' criteria of being functional and requiring no immediate major renovations.
Year Built
2004
Close
$520K
List price
$515K
Original List price
$515K
Price/Sqft
$254
HOA
$209
Days on market
77 Days
Sold On
2025-11-21
MLS number
25587963PS
Home ConditionGood
Features
Good View: Mountain(s)
Patio
ViewMountain(s)

About this home

Discover your desert lifestyle at Verano in Cathedral City! This 4BD/3.5BA home with a private attached casita is the perfect blend of style, comfort, and flexibility. The casita- complete with its own entrance, kitchenette, bathroom, brand new A/C unit, electric meter, and balcony-is ideal for guests, extended family, or rental income. The main home is designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living. A large kitchen with stainless steel appliances flows into the open living area, featuring a cozy fireplace and sliders that lead to a spacious patio. The primary suite is a true retreat, boasting a spa-style bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, walk-in shower, and generous closet space. Two additional bedrooms provide comfort and versatility for family, guests, or a home office. At Verano, enjoy resort-style amenities-sparkling pools, lush parks, tennis/pickleball and recreation spaces-all with low HOA fees. Located near shopping, Palm Springs International Airport, the I-10 freeway, and a short walk away from Rio Vista Elementary, this home offers the perfect mix of convenience and flexible living.

M
Marty Guzman
Listing Agent

Nearby schools

6/10
Rio Vista Elementary School
Public,K-50.2mi
5/10
James Workman Middle School
Public,6-82.8mi
4/10
Desert Learning Academy
Public,K-123.5mi
6/10
Cathedral City High School
Public,9-124.0mi
Condition Rating
Good

Built in 2004, this property is 20 years old, placing it at the upper end of the 'Good' category's age range. The description highlights a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a 'spa-style' primary bath with desirable features like dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower, suggesting good quality and functionality. The attached casita includes a brand new A/C unit, indicating recent system updates. While the property analysis notes a 'potential for dated finishes' in the main home, the overall description points to a move-in ready condition with well-maintained systems and appealing features, aligning with the 'Good' criteria of being functional and requiring no immediate major renovations.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Income-Generating Casita: Features a private attached casita with its own entrance, kitchenette, bathroom, brand new A/C, and balcony, offering significant flexibility for guests, extended family, or potential rental income.
Resort-Style Community Amenities: Access to sparkling pools, lush parks, tennis/pickleball courts, and recreation spaces within the Verano community, all with the benefit of low HOA fees.
Prime Location & Accessibility: Conveniently located near shopping, Palm Springs International Airport, the I-10 freeway, and within walking distance to the highly-rated Rio Vista Elementary School.
Modern Interior & Indoor-Outdoor Living: The main home boasts a large kitchen with stainless steel appliances, an open living area with a cozy fireplace, and sliders leading to a spacious patio, promoting seamless indoor-outdoor living.
Desirable Mountain Views: The property offers appealing mountain views, enhancing its aesthetic value and providing a scenic backdrop for desert living.

Cons

Limited Lot Size: The property sits on a 5,227 sqft lot, which may be considered small for buyers desiring a larger private outdoor space or yard beyond the patio.
Absence of Private Pool: Despite being in a desert climate and having access to community pools, the property itself does not feature a private pool, which is a common desire for many buyers in this region.
Potential for Dated Finishes: While the casita has a new A/C and the kitchen has stainless steel appliances, the main home, built in 2004, may have some original finishes that could require cosmetic updates to align with current modern tastes.
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