NO SHOWINGS UNTIL THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2026. Finally the REALLY SPACIOUS Family home in North La Quinta you have been waiting for - one of only 4 - built in the beautiful gated Community of Starlight Dunes. Approximately 3400 sq ft of luxury - 4 bedrooms, 3 baths - formal living room with fireplace and vaulted ceilings - formal dining room with circular fixed pane window to bring in Eastern light - kitchen - family room with walls of cabinetry and glass corner to corner windows. The family room is large enough for any size football or pool party. The kitchen island can also seat at least 6. If your family can't decide on which TV channel to watch or where to hold the party , there is a 22 X 24 bonus room upstairs with wine refrigerator, frig., sink and bar.! Adjacent to the bonus room is 2 bedrooms and one bath for family members that prefer their own separate space. The primary has walk-in closet with built in safe and spa tub in the light and bright bath . The 4th bedroom and 3rd bath are also on the first floor. The finished 3 car garage has direct access to the home with walk-in door to the backyard. You can appreciate the 11,300 sq. ft lot as you step onto the giant patio with waterfall pool and spa set perfectly in the sunny corner. Tired of squeezing into small spaces- THIS IS IT ! Come see for yourself
Sold for $725,000
Listing Provided by: Rosenthal & Associates
Bought with: Bennion Deville Homes
$725,000
78870 Meridian Way, La Quinta, CA 92253
4beds
3,380sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
0.26 Acres Lot
$724,900 Zestimate®
$214/sqft
$5,590 Estimated rent
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Listing Provided by:
Candice Johnston DRE #00475083 760-567-4101,
Rosenthal & Associates
Bought with:
Greg Cosgrove, DRE #01443666
Bennion Deville Homes
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219141808DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AORFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Doors: Double Door Entry
- Windows: Shutters
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,380 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 9
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Side By Side
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, Electric Heat, In Ground, Private, Waterfall
- Spa features: Heated, In Ground, Private
- Fencing: Block
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Lawn, Landscaped, Planned Unit Development, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System
Details
- Parcel number: 609480054
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Garage
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Gated Community, Key Card Entry
Community
- Community features: Gated
Location
- Region: La Quinta
- Subdivision: Starlight Dunes
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $150 monthly
- Amenities included: Controlled Access, Lake or Pond, Management, Security
- Association name: Starlight Dunes
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/11/2026 | Sold | $725,000-3.2%$214/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #219141808DA Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2026 | Contingent | $749,000$222/sqft |
Source:  Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219141808 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,000$222/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219141808 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2026 | Contingent | $749,000$222/sqft |
Source:  CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219141808 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2026 | Price change | $749,000-6.4%$222/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219141808 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,999+110.5%$237/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219141808 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2001 | Sold | $380,000+24.6%$112/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/1998 | Sold | $305,000$90/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,843 +2.5% | $572,577 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,653 +2.7% | $561,351 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,453 +3% | $550,345 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,236 +2.4% | $539,555 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,065 +3.3% | $528,977 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,841 +2% | $523,554 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,705 +2.1% | $513,289 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,566 +1.9% | $503,225 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,444 | $493,359 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,444 +1.9% | $483,686 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,322 +10.9% | $476,422 +12.1% |
| 2014 | $5,699 | $425,000 +0.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $422,000 +1.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $415,000 -2.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $424,000 -4.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $443,588 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $444,644 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $435,926 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $427,379 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $419,000 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $410,785 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $395,352 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $387,600 +43.7% |
| 2001 | $3,457 +5.7% | $269,671 +2% |
| 2000 | $3,270 | $264,384 |
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Neighborhood: 92253
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- 9/10Gerald R. Ford Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 2/10Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10La Quinta High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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