Historic Cove Compound on Rare Oversized Lot | Built 1948Step into a piece of early La Quinta history. Originally built in 1948, this reimagined desert retreat sits on an oversized lot in the heart of the La Quinta Cove and offers a level of space, privacy, and character rarely found today.Expanded over time into a true compound-style property, the home blends vintage charm with modern livability across approximately 2,000 square feet. Inside, natural light fills the open living spaces, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that defines the desert lifestyle.The expansive lot sets this property apart, offering multiple outdoor living areas, room to entertain, and the kind of privacy today's buyers crave. Whether enjoying quiet mornings with mountain views or hosting under the desert sky, this home delivers a lifestyle experience beyond the typical Cove property.Located just minutes from hiking and biking trails, Old Town La Quinta, dining, and shopping, this is a rare opportunity to own one of the Cove's earlier homes thoughtfully evolved for modern living.Ideal as a full-time residence, second home, or legacy investment in one of La Quinta's most iconic neighborhoods.
For sale
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Realty • Jeffrey Fishbein • Contact: 760-984-4145
$779,000
52426 Avenida Mendoza, La Quinta, CA 92253
3beds
1,954sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
10,019 Square Feet Lot
$753,700 Zestimate®
$399/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Vintage charmMountain viewsModern livabilityOversized lotExpansive lotSeamless indoor-outdoor flow
- 112 days |
- 279 |
- 24 |
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Jeffrey Fishbein DRE #01954349 760-984-4145,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219145457DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AORFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Art Studio, Family Room, Game Room
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Tile
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,954 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Boat, Oversized
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Pebble
- Spa features: Heated, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 10,019 Square Feet
- Features: 2-5 Units/Acre, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Sprinkler System
Details
- Parcel number: 773273025
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Gate
- Subdivision: La Quinta Cove
Location
- Region: La Quinta
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $399/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $541,022
- Annual tax amount: $7,630
- Date on market: 4/1/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$753,700
$716,000 - $791,000
$4,550/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $779,000-19.3%$399/sqft |
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| 4/15/2025 | Listing removed | $965,000$494/sqft |
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| 3/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $965,000+99%$494/sqft |
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| 3/13/2019 | Sold | $485,000$248/sqft |
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| 5/10/2018 | Listing removed | $485,000$248/sqft |
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| 3/30/2018 | Listed for sale | $485,000+40.6%$248/sqft |
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| 10/2/2015 | Sold | $345,000+0%$177/sqft |
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| 8/25/2015 | Price change | $344,900-1.2%$177/sqft |
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| 7/23/2015 | Price change | $349,000-0.6%$179/sqft |
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| 7/8/2015 | Price change | $351,000-1.4%$180/sqft |
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| 6/18/2015 | Price change | $356,000-0.8%$182/sqft |
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| 6/2/2015 | Price change | $359,000-1.4%$184/sqft |
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| 5/3/2015 | Price change | $364,000-1.4%$186/sqft |
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| 4/23/2015 | Price change | $369,000-1.6%$189/sqft |
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| 4/15/2015 | Listed for sale | $374,900+25.2%$192/sqft |
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| 5/24/2004 | Sold | $299,500+109.4%$153/sqft |
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| 1/11/2001 | Sold | $143,000+53.1%$73/sqft |
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| 10/3/2000 | Sold | $93,403+33.4%$48/sqft |
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| 10/31/1996 | Sold | $70,000-6.7%$36/sqft |
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| 7/24/1996 | Sold | $75,000-33.9%$38/sqft |
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| 7/7/1994 | Sold | $113,500$58/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,630 +2.5% | $541,022 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,446 -2.4% | $530,414 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,625 +5.7% | $520,015 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,216 +3.6% | $509,819 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,968 +1.9% | $499,824 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,836 +30% | $494,700 +35.1% |
| 2019 | $5,258 +2.2% | $366,115 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,146 +6.7% | $358,937 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,822 | $351,900 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,822 +40.6% | $345,000 +48.1% |
| 2015 | $3,430 +7.2% | $233,000 +8.9% |
| 2014 | $3,200 | $214,000 +45.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $147,000 +19.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $123,000 +4.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $118,000 -36.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $185,000 -8.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $202,000 -9.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $223,000 -29.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $317,828 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $311,598 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $305,489 +105.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $148,777 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $145,860 +26.8% |
| 2001 | $1,879 +49.1% | $115,000 +36% |
| 2000 | $1,260 | $84,565 |
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Neighborhood: 92253
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Benjamin Franklin Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10La Quinta Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 7/10La Quinta High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
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