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$715,918$328 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $500,000 on May 25, 2021

172 LOST RIVER DR

PALM DESERT, CA 92211
2
Beds
3 / 3
Baths
2,184 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,485 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$716K
$658K low$774K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500,000 · May 25, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,360 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$552,036 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$126,903
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$425,133
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$541,213

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyRIVERSIDE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1984
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.80
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Tile
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront

Transaction History(9)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
James Earl Carter Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Palm Desert High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Palm Desert Charter Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Desert Sands Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92211These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.174
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.438

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,096
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,548 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,161
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$124,319
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.72°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.4 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.68%

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How this home compares

172 Lost River Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 79% of homes in Palm Desert 92211
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Palm Desert 92211
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Palm Desert 92211
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Riverside County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Palm Desert 92211

What homes are worth in Palm Desert 92211

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$284K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Palm Desert 92211.

How it measures up in Palm Desert 92211

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palm Desert 92211.

Estimated value$715,918
CheaperTypical $534,506Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$328
CheaperTypical $303Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area2,184 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,805 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 172 Lost River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalm Desert 92211Riverside County
Estimated valuepricier than$715,91879% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32872% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than2,184 ft²73% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²13% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than198314% of homes32% of homes

About 172 Lost River Dr

How much is 172 Lost River Dr, Palm Desert, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 172 Lost River Dr, Palm Desert, CA is $715,918 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $657,997 to $773,839. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 172 Lost River Dr, Palm Desert, CA last sell?

172 Lost River Dr, Palm Desert, CA last sold on May 25, 2021 for $500,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 172 Lost River Dr, Palm Desert, CA?

172 Lost River Dr, Palm Desert, CA has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,184 square feet of living space and a 0.80-acre lot.

When was 172 Lost River Dr, Palm Desert, CA built?

172 Lost River Dr, Palm Desert, CA was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 172 Lost River Dr, Palm Desert, CA?

172 Lost River Dr, Palm Desert, CA is assigned to James Earl Carter Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Palm Desert High School (high), rated B+; Palm Desert Charter Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Desert Sands Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 172 Lost River Dr, Palm Desert, CA compare to other homes in Palm Desert 92211?

Among the 19,696 homes in Palm Desert 92211, it is worth more than 79% of them ($715,918 against a typical $534,506), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($328 against a typical $303), it is bigger than 73% of them (2,184 ft² against a typical 1,805 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1983 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Riverside County, it is worth more than 71% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 172 Lost River Dr, Palm Desert, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 172 Lost River Dr, Palm Desert, CA was $7,360. The county assessed it at $552,036.

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