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Sold for $2,855,000
  • Listed by: Desert Sotheby's International Realty • Janice Huston • Contact: 760-777-2809
    Bought with: Unknown Agency
    $2,855,000

    78995 Via Carmel, La Quinta, CA 92253

    5beds
    3,822sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1997
    0.29 Acres Lot
    $2,793,300 Zestimate®
    $747/sqft
    $5,576 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $2,793,300

    $2.51M - $3.10M

    $5,576/mo

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    What's special

    ICONIC DESERT LUXURY. This rare opportunity to experience magnificent southern mountain views from an exceptionally featured property within the timeless beauty of Rancho La Quinta Country Club, does not occur very often! This meticulously renovated and updated contemporary home places a premium on exceptional living spaces. With five bedrooms and five and a half baths, shared between two casitas and the main home. This masterclass in minimalist elegance spans 3,822 square feet of seamless lines and ease of transitional spaces all surrounded by a canvas of subdued and ward colors.This oasis was built to support a passion for an active lifestyle and five-star appetite! Among the many upgrades, this home features all-new plumbing, modern lighting, fans, and elegant plumbing fixtures. With a custom Executive Chef's kitchen designed by ''Kitchens and Baths By Lynn'', this space blends function and elegance equipped with Cambria Quartz surfaces, soft-close dovetail drawers, and an XL central island surrounded by an ILVE 48'' Nostalgic freestanding range/double oven, two dishwashers, warming/slow cooker oven, sub-zero refrigerator and a buffet space which features '' Larson Juhl'' framed gold cabinets. With an additional kitchen window, the San Jacinto mountains invite their brilliance into this space while inspiring your heart to explore the exceptional exterior, which boasts large entertaining area with firepit and heaters! Beautiful custom pool and spa.

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    Listed by:

    Janice Huston DRE #01957281 760-777-2809,

    Desert Sotheby's International Realty

    Bought with:

    Janice Huston, DRE #01957281

    Unknown Agency

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219118717DAMLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 6
    • Full bathrooms: 5
    • 1/4 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Guest Quarters, Great Room, Primary Bedroom, Other, Pantry, Retreat, Utility Room, Dining Room
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Primary Suite
    Bedroom
    • Features: All Bedrooms Down
    Bathroom
    • Features: Bathtub, Jetted Tub, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Linen Closet, Remodeled, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Vanity
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen Island, Stone Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
    Other
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
    Pantry
    • Features: Walk-In Pantry
    Heating
    • Central, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas, Zoned
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Gas
    Appliances
    • Included: Convection Oven, Electric Oven, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Hot Water Circulator, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater, Water Purifier
    • Laundry: Laundry Room
    Features
    • Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Two Story Ceilings, Bar, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Dressing Area, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Utility Room, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile
    • Doors: Double Door Entry, Sliding Doors
    • Windows: Blinds
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Guest Accommodations, Primary Bedroom, See Through, See Remarks
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 3,822 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 6
    • Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Garage Door Opener, On Street
    • Attached garage spaces: 3
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered
    • Exterior features: Barbecue
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: Electric Heat, In Ground, Pebble, Private, Salt Water, Tile, Waterfall
    • Spa features: Community, Heated, In Ground, Private
    • Fencing: Privacy,Stucco Wall,Wrought Iron
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Desert, Golf Course, Lake, Mountain(s), Pool, Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Lake,Water
    Lot
    • Size: 0.29 Acres
    • Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, On Golf Course, Planned Unit Development, Paved, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System
    Details
    • Additional structures: Guest House, Guest HouseAttached
    • Parcel number: 646400023
    • Zoning: R-1
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Contemporary,Spanish
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco
    • Foundation: Slab
    • Roof: Clay,Tile
    Condition
    • Additions/Alterations,Updated/Remodeled,Repairs Major
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1997
    Details
    • Builder model: Palazio 2
    • Builder name: TD Developments

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 220 Volts in Garage, 220 Volts in Laundry, 220 Volts For Spa, 220 Volts
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Golf, Gated
    • Security: Gated Community, 24 Hour Security, Security Lights
    • Subdivision: Rancho La Quinta Cc
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: Bocce Court, Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Sport Court, Fitness Center, Fire Pit, Golf Course, Maintenance Grounds, Game Room, Meeting Room, Other Courts, Pet Restrictions, Recreation Room, Security, Tennis Court(s), Trash, Cable TV, Water
    • Services included: Sewer
    • HOA fee: $1,164 monthly
    • HOA name: Rancho La Quinta HOA
    • Second HOA fee: $158 monthly
    Location
    • Region: La Quinta

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $747/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,461,280
    • Annual tax amount: $18,698
    • Date on market: 10/23/2024
    • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
    • Inclusions: murphy bed in attached casita.

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/11/2025Sold$2,855,000+2%$747/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/29/2025Sold$2,800,000-6.5%$733/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #219118717DA Report a problem
    4/10/2025Pending sale$2,995,000$784/sqft
    Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219118717 Report a problem
    3/24/2025Contingent$2,995,000$784/sqft
    Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219118717 Report a problem
    2/8/2025Price change$2,995,000-4%$784/sqft
    Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219118717 Report a problem
    10/23/2024Listed for sale$3,120,000+131.1%$816/sqft
    Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219118717 Report a problem
    4/22/2021Sold$1,350,000-9.7%$353/sqft
    Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219058075 Report a problem
    4/16/2021Pending sale$1,495,000$391/sqft
    Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219058075 Report a problem
    4/4/2021Contingent$1,495,000$391/sqft
    Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219058075 Report a problem
    4/3/2021Listed for sale$1,495,000$391/sqft
    Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219058075 Report a problem
    4/2/2021Contingent$1,495,000$391/sqft
    Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219058075 Report a problem
    3/15/2021Price change$1,495,000-3.9%$391/sqft
    Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219058075 Report a problem
    2/28/2021Listed for sale$1,555,000+21.5%$407/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties #219058075 Report a problem
    5/1/2000Sold$1,280,000+116.6%$335/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    3/16/1998Sold$591,000$155/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$18,698 +2.2%$1,461,280 +2%
    2024$18,297 +2.3%$1,432,629 +2%
    2023$17,893 +2.4%$1,404,540 +2%
    2022$17,476 +10.7%$1,377,000 +10.9%
    2021$15,783 +12.5%$1,241,735 +12%
    2020$14,026 +3%$1,108,692 +3%
    2019$13,624 +4%$1,076,400 +4%
    2018$13,106 +0.7%$1,035,000 +0.8%
    2017$13,010 $1,027,000 -2.8%
    2016$13,010 -8.3%$1,057,000 -4.5%
    2015$14,181 +6.6%$1,107,000 +7.2%
    2014$13,299 $1,033,000 +10.1%
    2013-- $938,000 -0.7%
    2012-- $945,000 -9.6%
    2011-- $1,045,000 +13%
    2010-- $925,000 -33.9%
    2009-- $1,400,000 -6.5%
    2008-- $1,497,762 +2%
    2007-- $1,468,395 +2%
    2006-- $1,439,604 +2%
    2005-- $1,411,377 +3.9%
    2003-- $1,358,346 +2%
    2002-- $1,331,712 +2%
    2001$15,468 +101.9%$1,305,600 +108.9%
    2000$7,663 $625,076
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    Neighborhood: 92253

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