One of the biggest reasons Sun City Palm Desert stays so consistently popular is choice—not just in lifestyle, but in how your home actually lives day-to-day. The community’s standard lineup spans from compact, easy-living homes under 1,000 SQFT all the way past 3,200 SQFT, with everything from 1-bedroom + den layouts to larger 3-bedroom (and den-flex) designs and bath configurations up to 3.5 baths.

Just as important: the floor plans you see on paper are the “base recipes.” When these homes were built, buyers could select options, and many owners have since customized interiors—moving or removing walls, choosing alternate bedroom/den configurations, and in some cases expanding the footprint or adding a casita where the lot allowed. In other words, the model name tells you the framework—but each home can still feel unique.

Sun City Palm Desert offers 50 standard floor plans (plus real-world variations), organized into six “series” categories:

• Terraces (smaller, often very efficient layouts; some attached/cluster-style options)

• Classics (the heart of the community: practical 1–2 bedroom plans, many around 1,200–1,600 sq ft)

• California Casual (a small set with a relaxed, compact feel)

• Duplexes (attached options—great for low-maintenance living)

• Premiers (a step up in space and flexibility; lots of den/optional bedroom choices)

• Estates (larger homes with more separation of spaces, extra baths, and “true” luxury scale)

If you’re trying to decide what fits you best, the quickest mental model is:

• If you want “lock-and-leave” simplicity: look first at Terraces and Duplexes.

• If you want “just right” Desert living: Classics and many Premiers are the sweet spot.

• If you entertain often or want big separation and storage: Estates will feel the most spacious.

Even across 50 models, you’ll notice a few repeating themes that make Sun City Palm Desert homes feel purpose-built for active-adult living:

1) Indoor–outdoor flow is the default
Most models push living space toward the rear patio—so the great room, dining, or family area naturally connects to the yard and covered patio.

2) Flexible rooms matter more than extra bedrooms
Across the lineup, many models include a den—or an optional den/bedroom that can become an office, hobby room, library, or third sleeping space depending on your lifestyle.

3) The “real-world” floor plan may differ from the brochure
Because owners can and do remodel (and some were built as mirror images or with expansions), the model name is best used like this:

Model name → confirms general layout + bedroom positioning + overall size tierTour/inspection → confirms current interior flow and walls

Terraces

Range: 979–2,196 sq ft
Terraces include some of the most efficient footprints—often ideal for seasonal living, guests visiting for a few weeks at a time, or buyers who want less home to maintain. Several of these plans also include an optional den/bedroom.

Models (examples): Limoges, Hummel, Plan 5173, Plan 5174, Plan 5175

Classics

Range: 1,021–1,603 sq ft

This is the community’s “everyday livability” group. Most are 2 bedroom / 2 bath (with a few smaller 1 + den designs), and they tend to feel straightforward and comfortable—great for full-time owners who want function first.

Models: Maui, Gorham, Lanai, Christofle, Barbados, Antigua, Towle, Tiffany, St Maarten, Cayman, Jensen 

California Casual

Range: 1,080–1,160 sq ft
Only two models fall into this label, and both are on the smaller side—good if you want a compact layout but still want the Sun City lifestyle.

Models: Pasadena, Newport

Duplexes

Range: 1,174–1,766 sq ft

Duplex models are attached, typically giving you a lower-maintenance feel while still keeping an open, single-story layout. This category is worth prioritizing if you prefer “easy mode” homeownership.

Models: Garnet, Topaz, Opal, Amethyst

Premiers

Range: 1,319–2,322 sq ft
Premiers are where a lot of buyers land if they want a den, bigger entertaining space, and more breathing room, without jumping all the way into the Estate size tier.

Models: Waterford, Orrefors, Fostoria, Dublin, Morocco, Lalique, Lenox, Tangier, Marrakech, Baccarat, Montego, St. Croix, Casablanca, Sonora, Victoria, Monterey

Estates

Range: 1,975–3,236 sq ft
Estates are the “big canvas” homes—more square footage, more separation between spaces, and more of a luxury feel in how rooms are arranged (and how many baths you have). If you host often, want a larger office/hobby setup, or simply don’t want to compromise on space, this is the category to study first.

Models: Emerald, Solitaire, Monaco, San Remo, Pave, Marquis, St. Tropez, Portofino, Regent, Marseille, Tuscany, Provence

Below is the standard floor plan index (by living square footage) from the community’s floor plan flipbook.

Here are a few takeaways from the dataset you provided (546 total records; 423 closed sales; the rest active/pending) as of "2.12.25":

Across the listings in our mls export, the most common living-area bands were:

• 1,600–1,999 sq ft: 158 listings

• 2,000–2,399 sq ft: 155 listings

That lines up perfectly with where the lineup is strongest: Premiers + mid-size Estates.

In the closed sales from your export, median closed prices stepped up in a fairly clean way by square-footage band:

• Under 1,200 sq ft: about $385K (median)

• 1,200–1,599 sq ft: about $430K

• 1,600–1,999 sq ft: about $510K

• 2,000–2,399 sq ft: about $580K

• 2,400+ sq ft: about $765K

Where the marketing remarks clearly referenced a model, the most frequently mentioned plans in closed sales were:

• St. Croix (Premier)

• Morocco (Premier)

• Monaco (Estate)

• St Maarten (Classic)

• Lanai (Classic)

That’s a good “shortlist” to start with if you want to understand what tends to move in the community—especially because it spans Classic, Premier, and Estate buyers.

(All of the above is based solely on the MLS export you provided; it’s a snapshot of that dataset—not a guarantee of current market conditions.)

If you want to narrow fast, use these filters in order:

1) Decide your lifestyle “core”

Seasonal/lock-and-leave: start with Terraces, Duplexes, smaller Classics
Full-time + guests + office: target Premiers (especially den models)
Entertaining + space + separation: focus on Estates

2) Pick the bedroom strategy

2 bedrooms is standard for many buyers here—then decide if you need a den (or optional 3rd bedroom) for flexibility.

3) Be honest about garage needs

In active-adult communities, garage function matters: storage, workspace, golf gear, and overall usability can be as important as the kitchen. Many Sun City Palm Desert plans clearly allocate space for storage/cart use in the garage footprint.

4) Expect variation—verify on tour

Because the community’s own materials note interior changes, mirror-image builds, and occasional expanded footprints/casita additions, don’t assume two homes with the same model name will feel identical. Use the model name as your starting point, then confirm the details in person.

Sun City Palm Desert isn’t a community with “a few” choices—it’s a community where your home can genuinely match your lifestyle. With 50 standard floor plans across six series and a strong real-world pattern of customization, you can shop with a clear plan:

pick your size tier,
pick your flexibility (den/office/guest strategy),
then hunt for the model names that fit.