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  • Listed by: Equity Union • Jack Kassabian • Contact: 818-335-3995
    Price cut: $5K (7/13)
    $694,000

    79285 Desert Crest Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253

    3beds
    1,428sqft
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    $4,657/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1996
    8,712 Square Feet Lot
    $677,900 Zestimate®
    $486/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Welcome to Your Private Oasis in North La Quinta! Situated on a premium corner lot in the desirable Topaz neighborhood, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the ultimate desert lifestyle with absolutely no HOA fees. Step inside to an inviting, sun-drenched open layout featuring vaulted ceilings and gorgeous modern flooring. The heart of the home is the fully renovated chef’s kitchen, beautifully styled with premium quartz countertops, sleek stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, and an elegant extended backsplash. The seamless flow leads into the spacious living and dining areas, accented by a cozy gas fireplace—perfect for effortless entertaining. Both bathrooms have been tastefully upgraded with contemporary finishes, matching the home’s crisp, turnkey aesthetic. While the interior is stunning, the backyard is the true showstopper. Step out into a private, resort-style paradise featuring a gorgeous private pool with a dramatic infinity edge, a built-in tanning shelf, in-pool seating, and an integrated spa. Host unforgettable gatherings in your custom outdoor BBQ kitchen area, or unwind by the large fire pit as you take in the breathtaking, unobstructed mountain views. Location is everything, and this home puts you right in the center of it all. You are just minutes away from the world-renowned Indian Wells Tennis Garden, making this an incredible primary residence or lucrative seasonal rental. Enjoy quick, convenient access to Highway 111 for all your shopping and dining needs, while top-rated local schools, parks, and premier golf courses are just around the corner. Complete with a 2-car garage, 79285 Desert Crest Drive is move-in ready and waiting for you to experience the best of the Coachella Valley.
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    Listed by:

    Jack Kassabian DRE #01746030 818-335-3995,

    Equity Union

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: GD26125405MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom
      Bedroom
      • Features: All Bedrooms Down
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Laundry Closet
      Features
      • All Bedrooms Down
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Family Room
      • Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,428 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Garage - Attached
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Entry location: 1
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: Gas Heat, Heated, Pebble, Private, Waterfall
      • Fencing: Masonry
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Mountain(s)
      Lot
      • Size: 8,712 Square Feet
      • Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinkler System
      Details
      • Parcel number: 604332016
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1996

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks
      • Subdivision: Topaz (30821)
      Location
      • Region: La Quinta

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $486/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $560,000
      • Annual tax amount: $7,863
      • Date on market: 6/9/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 48 days
      • Listing terms: Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Fannie Mae,Freddie Mac
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $677,900

        $644,000 - $712,000

        $5,297/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/13/2026Price change$694,000-0.7%$486/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #GD26125405 Report a problem
        6/9/2026Listed for sale$699,000+2.8%$489/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #GD26125405 Report a problem
        8/4/2022Sold$680,000+14.3%$476/sqft
        Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219081650 Report a problem
        7/19/2022Pending sale$595,000$417/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #219081650DA Report a problem
        7/13/2022Contingent$595,000$417/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #219081650DA Report a problem
        7/9/2022Listed for sale$595,000+70%$417/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #219081650DA Report a problem
        5/18/2022Sold$350,000$245/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/26/2021Sold$350,000+2.9%$245/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        4/15/2020Sold$340,000+42.3%$238/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        1/30/2004Sold$239,000+94.3%$167/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        10/29/1996Sold$123,000$86/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$7,863 -16.7%$560,000 -19.3%
        2024$9,444 +3.5%$693,600 +2%
        2023$9,123 +38%$680,000 +38.9%
        2022$6,610 +38.1%$489,599 +42.5%
        2021$4,785 +12.4%$343,522 +10.6%
        2020$4,259 +2.1%$310,689 +2%
        2019$4,172 +2.2%$304,598 +2%
        2018$4,082 +4.9%$298,626 +5.9%
        2017$3,889 $282,000 +2.5%
        2016$3,889 +9.1%$275,000 +9.6%
        2015$3,566 +2%$251,000 +2.4%
        2014$3,496 $245,000 +17.8%
        2013-- $208,000 +5.1%
        2012-- $198,000 +4.2%
        2011-- $190,000 -7.3%
        2010-- $205,000 -2.4%
        2009-- $210,000 -18.8%
        2008-- $258,698 +2%
        2007-- $253,626 +2%
        2006-- $248,654 +2%
        2005-- $243,780 +76.3%
        2003-- $138,313 +2%
        2002-- $135,602 +2%
        2001$1,903 +1.6%$132,944 +2%
        2000$1,873 $130,339
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 92253

        Getting around

        22 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        26 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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