Highly sought-after gorgeous home in the Topaz neighborhood conveniently located within walking distance to prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) schools: Amelia Earhart Elementary, John Glenn Middle School and La Quinta High School. Designed for entertaining and everyday enjoyment, the recently upgraded PebbleTech saltwater pool and spa is the centerpiece of a beautiful back yard oasis. Updated pool pump, filter, heater, LED lighting, and pool chiller. Enjoy the dramatic mountain views and the lush landscaping and mature fruit trees in the expansive yard. This house was remodeled with Saltillo tile flooring throughout. Both bathrooms were totally renovated with walk-in shower, deep soaking tub, and spectacular tile and counter work. All windows were replaced, new shutters / blinds, upgraded 200A electrical panel, new attic fan, EV Charger. The living and dining room leads into an expansive family room with cathedral ceilings and lots of natural light. The upgraded kitchen area is complete with new appliances, center island and convenient breakfast nook, as well as granite counter tops. Wonderful neighborhood with no HOA dues. Perfect for a family, as a vacation home, or an investment / rental opportunity. This home sells itself.
Sold for $645,000
Listed by: Desert Sands Realty • William Tuck • Contact: 760-799-1015
Bought with: Compass
$645,000
79305 Desert Crest Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253
3beds
1,700sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
7,841 Square Feet Lot
$645,500 Zestimate®
$379/sqft
$5,941 Estimated rent
Home value
$645,500
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Saltillo tile flooring throughoutDramatic mountain views
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Listed by:
William Tuck DRE #01961111 760-799-1015,
Desert Sands Realty
Bought with:
Matthew Miede, DRE #02180469
Compass
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219146924DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AORFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Living Room
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Remodeled, Separate Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, All Bedrooms Down
- Flooring: Tile
- Windows: Blinds, Shutters
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,700 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Electric Heat, In Ground, Private, Salt Water, Waterfall
- Spa features: Heated, In Ground, Private
- Fencing: Block
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 7,841 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Sprinklers Timer
Details
- Parcel number: 604332026
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Clay
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Topaz
Location
- Region: La Quinta
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $379/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $586,847
- Annual tax amount: $7,991
- Date on market: 4/24/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Inclusions: All built-in appliances. refrigerator, washer and dryer
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2026 | Sold | $645,000-0.8%$379/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #219146924DA Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2026 | Pending sale | $650,000$382/sqft |
Source:  Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219146924 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2026 | Contingent | $650,000$382/sqft |
Source:  CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219146924 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000$382/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219146924 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2026 | Contingent | $650,000$382/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219146924 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000+20.4%$382/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219146924 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2021 | Sold | $540,000+9.1%$318/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219063405 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2021 | Pending sale | $495,000$291/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219063405 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2021 | Contingent | $495,000$291/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219063405 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2021 | Listed for sale | $495,000+266.7%$291/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219063405 Report a problem | ||
| 12/26/1996 | Sold | $135,000$79/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,991 +2.4% | $586,847 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,800 +2.6% | $575,341 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,601 +5.2% | $564,060 +4.5% |
| 2022 | $7,227 +128.7% | $540,000 +147.9% |
| 2021 | $3,160 +1.8% | $217,849 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,105 +2.1% | $215,616 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,041 +2.3% | $211,389 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,972 +1.3% | $207,245 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,933 | $203,183 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,933 +1.4% | $199,200 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,892 +1.6% | $196,210 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,847 | $192,369 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $191,502 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $187,748 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $184,068 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $182,695 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $183,131 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $179,542 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $176,022 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $172,571 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $169,188 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $162,833 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $159,641 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,095 +1.6% | $156,512 +2% |
| 2000 | $2,061 | $153,444 |
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Neighborhood: 92253
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Amelia Earhart Elementary School Of International StudiesGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10John Glenn Middle School Of International StudiesGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10La Quinta High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Amelia Earhart
- Middle: John Glenn
- High: La Quinta
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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