81686 Avenida Sombra, Indio, CA, 92203

Beautifully upgraded Castellano in Sun City Shadow Hills! Offering 2,230 square feet with 2 bedrooms plus a den, 2.5 bathrooms, formal dining, and a 2-car garage plus golf cart garage, this popular floor plan delivers spacious living, impressive updates, and a private, low-maintenance backyard designed for enjoying the desert lifestyle. Outstanding curb appeal welcomes you with mature desert landscaping, a refinished driveway and entry courtyard, and an elegant glass front door. Inside, the light and inviting floor plan features tile throughout the main living areas, crown molding, recessed lighting, plantation shutters, and attractive engineered wood-look flooring in the bedrooms. The completely remodeled kitchen is a showstopper, beautifully updated with quartz countertops, crisp white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, abundant storage, a center island, and generous prep and entertaining space. Recent appliances include a French-door refrigerator with two ice makers less than one year old, new GE microwave, and new LG cooktop. The open layout flows effortlessly into the spacious great room, while the separate formal dining area provides an elegant setting for entertaining. The primary suite offers a comfortable retreat with plenty of space, while the den provides flexibility for a home office, hobby room, or additional guest space. A Whirlpool washer and dryer, approximately two years new, add another welcome update. Step outside to your own private desert escape featuring artificial turf, mature palms, colorful landscaping, curved hardscape, a covered patio, and a beautiful stacked-stone water fountain, creating a peaceful backdrop for morning coffee, evening cocktails, and entertaining. Even the garage has been upgraded with epoxy flooring and a mini-split system, plus the convenience of a separate golf cart garage. Located in Sun City Shadow Hills, residents enjoy an exceptional 55+ resort lifestyle with two golf courses, multiple clubhouses, fitness centers, indoor and outdoor pools and spas, tennis, pickleball, bocce ball, restaurants, social clubs, and an incredible variety of activities. Beautifully updated, meticulously maintained, and move-in ready--this Castellano offers the space, upgrades, and lifestyle today's desert buyers are looking for!