This lovely and inviting Monterey model home with owned Solar and detached Casita is 1,965 square feet with 3-bedrooms, 3-baths (including the detached Casita), and a dedicated office or third bedroom. Located in the 55+ gated golf resort community of Trilogy at La Quinta, the home is available furnished (per inventory) and is ideal for full-time or vacation home living. Designed for carefree and energy efficient living, the home has a new air conditioner, water heater and solar inverter. Inside, the eighteen inch porcelain tiles in the main living areas and den keep it cool while the wood plank floors in the bedrooms and Casita are super easy to keep clean. Situated on a lovely 6,970 square foot fully landscaped lot, the backyard with covered patio and handsome concrete and paver decking is peaceful and private by day, and by night, custom lighting and a raised gas fire-pit give the yard an alluring glow. It's the perfect place to relax and gather with family and friends. The front path of this handsome home leads to a tall custom wrought iron gate and private covered courtyard with sitting area. Guests will love the privacy of the roomy detached Casita, the kitchenette area, large, mirrored closet, and bathroom with walk-in shower. Once in the home, you'll welcome the airiness of the open concept floor plan, the nine-foot ceilings and large picture windows that bring inside the beauty of the outdoor patio and exquisite flowers and mature landscaping. The great room features a gas log fireplace, custom white shelves and cabinets, and a big screen TV, perfect for evenings of popcorn and streaming movies. The kitchen is spacious and a delight to cook in and entertain. An abundance of clean white cabinets, some with pull-outs for pots, pans, and bowls, are topped with richly colored slab granite, and an inspired linear glass backsplash. Stainless appliances include a double-oven, five-burner gas cooktop, new microwave, newer refrigerator, and dishwasher. The kitchen center island with pendant lighting and seating for four, is open to the great room and dining areas keeping you engaged with family and friends while cooking and entertaining. The primary bedroom suite is spacious with warm plank flooring. The main bathroom has dual sinks, travertine countertops, a walk-in shower with travertine surround and bench seat. The large walk-in closet has custom built-ins to keep clothing and accessories well-organized.
For sale
Listed by: Desert Sotheby's Int'l Realty • Donna Ambrose • Contact: 206-755-9823
Price cut: $50K (6/24)
$719,000
81434 Joshua Tree Ct, La Quinta, CA 92253
3beds
1,965sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2008
6,970 Square Feet Lot
$702,600 Zestimate®
$366/sqft
$622/mo HOA
What's special
Detached casitaNew microwaveLarge picture windowsNine-foot ceilingsOpen concept floor planCustom lightingTravertine countertops
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Donna Ambrose DRE #02038351 206-755-9823,
Desert Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219148857DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AORLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Den, Entry/Foyer, Guest Quarters, Great Room, Primary Bedroom, Other, Pantry, Retreat, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Tile Counters, Tub Shower, Vanity
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Pantry
- Features: Walk-In Pantry
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Partially Furnished, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Primary Suite, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Shutters
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Great Room, Masonry, Outside, See Through
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,965 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Side By Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Fire Pit
- Fencing: Block
Lot
- Size: 6,970 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Planned Unit Development, Sprinkler System
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 764790052
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2008
Details
- Builder model: Monterey w/Casita
- Builder name: Shea Homes
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Gated
- Security: Closed Circuit Camera(s), Security Gate, Gated Community, 24 Hour Security, Key Card Entry, Resident Manager, Security Lights
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: Trilogy
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Bocce Court, Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Fitness Center, Fire Pit, Golf Course, Maintenance Grounds, Game Room, Lake or Pond, Meeting Room, Management, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Other Courts, Barbecue, Pet Restrictions, Recreation Room, Security, Tennis Court(s), Cable TV
- HOA fee: $622 monthly
- HOA name: Trilogy at La Quinta
- HOA phone: 760-777-6052
Location
- Region: La Quinta
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $366/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $492,406
- Annual tax amount: $6,861
- Date on market: 6/5/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Inclusions: Furnishings per inventory.
- Exclusions: Furnishings per inventory.
Estimated market value
$702,600
$667,000 - $738,000
$4,045/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2026 | Price change | $719,000-6.5%$366/sqft |
Source:  Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219148857 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $769,000+11.6%$391/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219148857 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  CDAR/ Desert Area MLS Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2022 | Listed for sale | $689,000+74.4%$351/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219085131 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2013 | Sold | $395,000-1%$201/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #21464696 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2012 | Listed for sale | $399,000+1%$203/sqft |
Source: Trilogy La Quinta Realty, Inc. #21457392 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2012 | Listing removed | $395,000$201/sqft |
Source: LB, Realtors #S636920 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2011 | Price change | $395,000-1.3%$201/sqft |
Source: LB, Realtors #S636920 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2011 | Listed for sale | $400,000$204/sqft |
Source: LB, Realtors #S636920 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2010 | Listing removed | $400,000$204/sqft |
Source: LB, Realtors #S636920 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2010 | Listed for sale | $400,000-2.4%$204/sqft |
Source: LB, Realtors #S636920 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2009 | Sold | $410,000$209/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,861 +2% | $492,406 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,728 +1.8% | $482,752 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,607 +2.6% | $473,287 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,437 +2.3% | $464,008 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,294 +1.1% | $454,911 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,224 +1.8% | $450,248 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,113 +2.1% | $441,420 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,986 -0.3% | $432,766 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,002 | $424,281 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,002 +7.8% | $415,963 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,565 +1.6% | $409,717 +3.3% |
| 2014 | $5,476 | $396,792 +2% |
| 2013 | -- | $389,000 +17.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $332,000 +4.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $318,000 -8.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $348,191 +18.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $293,835 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92253
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Westside Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 2.9 mi
- 3/10Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior HighGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.9 mi
- 3/10Coachella Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.8 mi
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