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$3,222,800$931 / 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 90How 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

228 METATE PL

PALM DESERT, CA 92260
4
Beds
4.3
Baths
3,463 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
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

$3.2M
$2.9M low$3.6M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,526 (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.$1,335,746 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$460,813
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$874,933
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,309,556
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,971,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
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.1999
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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.Rock / Gravel
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Golf frontage

Transaction History(1)

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
George Washington Charter SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.1 mi
M
Palm Desert Charter Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.2 mi
H
Palm Desert High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi

District: Desert Sands Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92260These 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.180
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 100.351

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.73%
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.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,235
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,046 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,494
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,710
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.8 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

228 Metate Pl 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Riverside County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Riverside County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Riverside County
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Palm Desert 92260
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Palm Desert 92260

What homes are worth in Palm Desert 92260

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

This home
$233K$4.9M

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Palm Desert 92260.

How it measures up in Palm Desert 92260

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palm Desert 92260.

Estimated value$3,222,800
CheaperTypical $558,391Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$931
CheaperTypical $330Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area3,463 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,670 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 228 Metate Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalm Desert 92260Riverside County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,222,80096% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$93197% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than3,463 ft²93% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac65% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than199886% of homes59% of homes

About 228 Metate Pl

How much is 228 Metate Pl, Palm Desert, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 228 Metate Pl, Palm Desert, CA is $3,222,800 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $2,894,305 to $3,551,295. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 228 Metate Pl, Palm Desert, CA last sell?

228 Metate Pl, Palm Desert, CA last sold on Apr 7, 1999, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 228 Metate Pl, Palm Desert, CA?

228 Metate Pl, Palm Desert, CA has 4 bedrooms, 4.3 bathrooms, 3,463 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 228 Metate Pl, Palm Desert, CA built?

228 Metate Pl, Palm Desert, CA was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 228 Metate Pl, Palm Desert, CA?

228 Metate Pl, Palm Desert, CA is assigned to George Washington Charter School (elementary), rated A; Palm Desert Charter Middle School (middle), rated B+; Palm Desert High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Desert Sands Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 228 Metate Pl, Palm Desert, CA compare to other homes in Palm Desert 92260?

Among the 17,966 homes in Palm Desert 92260, it is worth more than 96% of them ($3,222,800 against a typical $558,391), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($931 against a typical $330), it is bigger than 93% of them (3,463 ft² against a typical 1,670 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (1998 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Riverside County, it is worth more than almost all 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 228 Metate Pl, Palm Desert, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 228 Metate Pl, Palm Desert, CA was $16,526. The county assessed it at $1,335,746.

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