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  • Listed by: CENTURY 21 CITRUS REALTY INC • Andrew Mendez • Contact: 626-733-3366
    Price cut: $40K (5/12)
    $410,000

    78493 Magenta Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253

    2beds
    912sqft
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    $3,355/mo
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    Condominium
    Built in 2000
    -- sqft lot
    $400,900 Zestimate®
    $450/sqft
    $575/mo HOA

    What's special

    Welcome to the desert lifestyle at its finest in beautiful La Quinta. An upper-level, end-unit in the highly desirable Palm Royale Country Club offers the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and resort-style living. Tucked away in a private corner of the community, this home offers an exceptional sense of peace and quiet, creating a serene retreat away from the hustle and bustle. Offered fully furnished, this turnkey 2-bedroom condo is ready for immediate enjoyment. Inside, the living room welcomes you with vaulted ceilings, creating an open and airy feel, while newer windows throughout enhance both energy efficiency and comfort. These windows are fitted with plantation shutters. The kitchen is clean and inviting, featuring crisp white tile countertops, newer stainless steel appliances, and a convenient bar seating area, perfect for casual dining or entertaining. From the moment you walk in, the home reflects true pride of ownership! It is immaculately maintained and thoughtfully cared for throughout. As a corner unit, you’ll enjoy added privacy and abundant natural light! The spacious exterior deck becomes your personal retreat, overlooking the lush golf course and tranquil pond. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee or unwinding in the evening, this space captures the essence of desert living, complete with an electric awning. The dining area is ideally positioned to take in golf course views, adding a scenic backdrop to every meal. Both bedrooms are well-appointed with ceiling fans, mirrored sliding closet doors, and plantation shutters, while multiple skylights throughout the home bring in beautiful natural light. The primary suite features its own private bathroom, ceiling fan, and serene mountain views, creating a peaceful retreat at the end of the day. A private laundry room adds everyday convenience, while central heating and air conditioning keep the home comfortable year-round. The property also includes a detached one-car garage, with ample guest and curbside parking available throughout the community. Living in Palm Royale means enjoying an unmatched list of amenities included in the HOA: Unlimited golf, internet, cable TV, tennis courts, pools and spas, pickleball, frisbee golf, fitness center, library, security, and more, truly a lifestyle, not just a home. The HOA allows rentals of 30+ days. If you’ve been looking for a low-maintenance, move-in ready property with incredible views and resort-style amenities, this is the one.
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    Andrew Mendez DRE #01888530 626-733-3366,

    CENTURY 21 CITRUS REALTY INC

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: CV26088395MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom
      Bedroom
      • Features: All Bedrooms Down
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
      Features
      • All Bedrooms Down
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      • Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 912 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Garage
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Entry location: Second
      • Pool features: Community, In Ground, Association
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Golf Course, Pond
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Pond
      Details
      • Parcel number: 604026042
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Property subtype: Condominium
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2000

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Biking, Golf, Suburban, Pool
      • Subdivision: Palm Royale (30815)
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Call for Rules, Controlled Access, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Court(s), Trash, Cable TV
      • HOA fee: $575 monthly
      • HOA name: Palm Royal County Club
      • HOA phone: 760-346-1161
      Location
      • Region: La Quinta

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $450/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $473,382
      • Annual tax amount: $6,249
      • Date on market: 4/23/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 95 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,FHA,Submit,VA Loan

        Estimated market value

        $400,900

        $381,000 - $421,000

        $2,464/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/12/2026Price change$410,000-8.9%$450/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #CV26088395 Report a problem
        4/24/2026Listed for sale$450,000-1.1%$493/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #CV26088395 Report a problem
        9/20/2022Sold$455,000-2.2%$499/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/26/2022Contingent$465,000$510/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #OC22135124 Report a problem
        8/9/2022Price change$465,000-3.3%$510/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #OC22135124 Report a problem
        7/1/2022Price change$481,000-1.8%$527/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #OC22135124 Report a problem
        6/21/2022Listed for sale$490,000+84.9%$537/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #OC22135124 Report a problem
        3/15/2021Sold$265,000$291/sqft
        Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219056682 Report a problem
        3/9/2021Pending sale$265,000$291/sqft
        Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219056682 Report a problem
        2/4/2021Contingent$265,000$291/sqft
        Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219056682 Report a problem
        2/4/2021Pending sale$265,000$291/sqft
        Source: Bennion Deville Homes #219056682 Report a problem
        1/16/2021Listed for sale$265,000$291/sqft
        Source: Bennion Deville Homes #219051236 Report a problem
        1/11/2021Contingent$265,000$291/sqft
        Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219051236 Report a problem
        1/11/2021Pending sale$265,000$291/sqft
        Source: Bennion Deville Homes #219051236 Report a problem
        10/12/2020Listed for sale$265,000+19.5%$291/sqft
        Source: Bennion Deville Homes #219051236 Report a problem
        9/15/2014Listing removed$221,800$243/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams Realty #214010859 Report a problem
        6/14/2014Price change$221,800-0.9%$243/sqft
        Source: HomeSmart Professionals #214010859 Report a problem
        5/29/2014Listed for sale$223,800+11.9%$245/sqft
        Source: HomeSmart Professionals #214010859 Report a problem
        5/12/2004Sold$200,000+50.4%$219/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/11/2000Sold$133,000$146/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$6,249 +2.4%$473,382 +2%
        2024$6,103 +2.4%$464,100 +2%
        2023$5,963 +62.3%$455,000 +68.3%
        2022$3,674 +3.3%$270,300 +2.9%
        2021$3,558 +8.9%$262,681 +9%
        2020$3,265 +2.7%$241,020 +3%
        2019$3,181 +3.5%$234,000 +4%
        2018$3,072 +2.9%$225,000 +4.2%
        2017$2,987 $216,000 -3.6%
        2016$2,987 -4.8%$224,000 +0.4%
        2015$3,137 -0.2%$223,000
        2014$3,144 $223,000 +12.1%
        2013-- $199,000 +20.6%
        2012-- $165,000 -14.5%
        2011-- $193,000 -4.5%
        2010-- $202,000 -8.5%
        2009-- $220,814 +6.7%
        2008-- $207,000 -2.5%
        2007-- $212,241 +2%
        2006-- $208,080 +2%
        2005-- $204,000 +36.7%
        2003-- $149,226 +2%
        2002-- $146,300 +10.1%
        2001$1,737 $132,900
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 92253

        Getting around

        17 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        37 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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