Enjoy refined desert living in this beautifully designed single-story Lennar home in Rancho Santana, where comfort, style, and a prime location come together effortlessly. Offering 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a versatile bonus room or office, and 2,977 square feet of interior living space, the home is thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and easy entertaining. A private attached casita with its own ensuite bath provides a comfortable retreat for guests. Beyond the custom iron gate, the light-filled interior welcomes you with an open, inviting feel. At the heart of the home, the spacious kitchen features a large granite island, stainless steel appliances, a butler's pantry, and a wet bar with a beverage cooler. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the expansive family room, creating an ideal space for gathering with family and friends.The beautifully landscaped backyard is set against the stunning Santa Rosa Mountains and centers around a lovely pool, creating a serene and picturesque outdoor setting.With generous open space for entertaining, the backyard is perfect for lounging, swimming, hosting guests, or simply taking in the magnificent views.Located within the private gated community of Rancho Santana, this home offers a desirable lifestyle surrounded by beautifully maintained grounds, expansive greenbelts, walking and biking trails, picnic areas, and sweeping southern mountain views. Its exceptional location places you just moments from Old Town La Quinta where dining, shopping, art festivals, and popular farmer's market abound. Surrounded by Championship golf and short distance from Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Whether you are a full time, part time, or investor, this home offers convenient access to the very best of La Quinta.
For sale
Listed by: California Lifestyle Realty • Mary Williams • Contact: 760-567-7282
$889,000
81579 Rancho Santana Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253
3beds
2,977sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
10,019 Square Feet Lot
$863,100 Zestimate®
$299/sqft
$230/mo HOA
What's special
Beautifully landscaped backyardLovely poolPicnic areasMagnificent viewsCustom iron gateBeautifully maintained groundsLarge granite island
- 64 days |
- 298 |
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Mary Williams DRE #01277445 760-567-7282,
California Lifestyle Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219147611DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Guest Quarters, Great Room, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Separate Shower, Tile Counters, Vanity
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Bar, Primary Suite
- Flooring: Stone, Vinyl
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Great Room, Primary Bedroom
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,977 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, In Ground, Private, Tile
- Fencing: Stucco Wall
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Peek-A-Boo, Pool
Lot
- Size: 10,019 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 779390060
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2006
Details
- Builder name: Lennar
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
- Security: Gated Community, Window Bars
- Subdivision: Rancho Santana
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Other, Picnic Area
- HOA fee: $230 monthly
- HOA name: Rancho Santana Homeowners
Location
- Region: La Quinta
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $299/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $510,894
- Annual tax amount: $7,227
- Date on market: 5/8/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Inclusions: Furnished per written inventory
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$863,100
Estimated sales range
$820,000 - $906,000
Rent Zestimate®
$6,286/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $889,000+108.9%$299/sqft |
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| 2/19/2015 | Sold | $425,500+2.6%$143/sqft |
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| 1/13/2015 | Price change | $414,900-3.5%$139/sqft |
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| 12/18/2014 | Listed for sale | $429,900-4.4%$144/sqft |
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| 11/4/2014 | Listing removed | $449,900$151/sqft |
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| 10/25/2014 | Price change | $449,900-4.3%$151/sqft |
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| 10/1/2014 | Price change | $469,900-4.1%$158/sqft |
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| 9/6/2014 | Price change | $489,900-4.9%$165/sqft |
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| 8/13/2014 | Listed for sale | $514,900+7%$173/sqft |
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| 6/24/2014 | Sold | $481,058+0.2%$162/sqft |
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| 4/26/2014 | Price change | $480,000+2.3%$161/sqft |
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| 1/16/2014 | Price change | $469,000-2.1%$158/sqft |
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| 12/10/2013 | Price change | $479,000-3.8%$161/sqft |
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| 11/8/2013 | Price change | $498,000-0.4%$167/sqft |
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| 10/25/2013 | Price change | $500,000+13.9%$168/sqft |
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| 7/31/2013 | Listed for sale | $439,000-21.9%$147/sqft |
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| 5/16/2011 | Listing removed | $2,400$1/sqft |
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| 4/28/2011 | Price change | $2,400-40%$1/sqft |
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| 4/17/2011 | Price change | $4,000+66.7%$1/sqft |
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| 1/23/2011 | Listed for rent | $2,400$1/sqft |
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| 8/25/2006 | Sold | $562,000$189/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,227 +1.9% | $510,894 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,091 +1.7% | $500,877 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,969 +2.6% | $491,057 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,796 +2.2% | $481,429 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,649 +1.1% | $471,991 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,576 +1.8% | $467,153 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,462 +2.1% | $457,995 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,331 -0.3% | $449,015 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,349 | $440,211 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,349 +4.4% | $431,581 -0.4% |
| 2015 | $6,079 -15.2% | $433,500 -15.8% |
| 2014 | $7,171 | $515,000 +9.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $469,000 +0.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $465,000 -2.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $475,000 -0.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $478,000 -16.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $570,000 +0.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $568,000 +1.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $562,000 +134.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $240,000 +182.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $85,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92253
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Mountain Vista Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.3 mi
- 3/10Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior HighGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Coachella Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
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