Nestled beyond the gates of Carmela in La Quinta, adjacent to the prestigious Madison Club, this stunning residence elevates luxury living to new heights! Built by Taylor Woodrow, the home blends authentic DESERT ARCHITECTURE with rich Santa Barbara and California Ranch styles. Situated on an expansive lot, the home boasts 3 large bedrooms and 3.5 baths, each bedroom featuring an en-suite bathroom. One bedroom is a private casita with a separate entrance, ideal for hosting family and friends. PICTURESQUE COURTYARD VIEWS from Casita, Guest Bedroom and through the double French doors of the Dining Room. The sophisticated Primary Suite offers backyard access, custom walk-in closet, en-suite bath with dual vanities, walk-in shower, and a soaking tub. The spacious casita is versatile enough to serve as a bedroom w/kitchenette or office. Custom cabinetry and smooth walls throughout the home. Light stone counters plus a breakfast room adorns the CHEF'S KITCHEN and an OPEN CONCEPT design flows seamlessly into the living area with romantic fireplace. A butler's pantry/bar enhances entertaining next to the formal dining room. Plus, a large laundry room and oversized 2.5-car garage. Step outside to a covered patio and enjoy gorgeous sunsets in the beautifully landscaped backyard. Just a short block to the world-famous Coachella music festivals + minutes to premier Golf and Dining. This home offers the perfect blend of luxury and desert living. Come LIVE your BEST life-THE DESERT LIFE!
Sold for $792,500
Listing Provided by: Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with: Equity Union
$792,500
81872 Contento, La Quinta, CA 92253
3beds
2,788sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
9,148 Square Feet Lot
$791,100 Zestimate®
$284/sqft
$5,268 Estimated rent
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Listing Provided by:
Marlene Fogarty DRE #01904866 760-880-5017,
Coldwell Banker Realty,
Fogarty Group DRE #01320113 760-776-9898,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Sheri Dettman and Assoc..., DRE #01753976
Equity Union
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219122128DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AORFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Vanity
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Stone Counters
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Wired for Sound, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Stone
- Doors: French Doors, Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Starter
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,788 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4.5
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Fencing: Block,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 9,148 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Near Park, Planned Unit Development, Paved, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House Attached
- Parcel number: 779470018
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Details
- Builder name: Taylor Woodrow
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Gated Community
Community
- Community features: Gated, Park
Location
- Region: La Quinta
- Subdivision: Carmela
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $340 monthly
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,1031 Exchange,Fannie Mae
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/12/2025 | Sold | $792,500-0.8%$284/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #219122128DA Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2025 | Pending sale | $799,000$287/sqft |
Source:  Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219122128 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2025 | Contingent | $799,000$287/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219122128 Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2025 | Price change | $799,000-4.8%$287/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219122128 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2025 | Price change | $839,000-4.1%$301/sqft |
Source:  CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219122128 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $875,000-2.6%$314/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219122128 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2025 | Listing removed | $898,000$322/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219117814 Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2024 | Price change | $898,000-3.3%$322/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219117814 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2024 | Listed for sale | $929,000+16.3%$333/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219117814 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2023 | Price change | $3,995-6%$1/sqft |
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| 3/11/2023 | Price change | $4,250-10.5%$2/sqft |
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| 3/2/2023 | Price change | $4,750-4.9%$2/sqft |
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| 2/1/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,995$2/sqft |
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| 1/30/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2022 | Listed for sale | $799,000-3.6%$287/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219082287 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2022 | Contingent | $829,000$297/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219082287 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $829,000$297/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219082287 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2022 | Contingent | $829,000$297/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219082287 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2022 | Price change | $829,000-5.7%$297/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219082287 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2022 | Listed for sale | $879,000+104.4%$315/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219082287 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2015 | Sold | $430,000-4.3%$154/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #215027466 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2015 | Pending sale | $449,500$161/sqft |
Source: HK Lane Real Estate #215027466 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2015 | Price change | $449,500-4.2%$161/sqft |
Source: HK Lane Real Estate #215016232 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2015 | Listed for sale | $469,000+9.3%$168/sqft |
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| 4/8/2011 | Listing removed | $429,000+2.8%$154/sqft |
Source: Windermere Real Estate Coachella Valley #21421160 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2011 | Sold | $417,500+39.2%$150/sqft |
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #21421160 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2010 | Sold | $300,000+7.8%$108/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2009 | Sold | $278,375-60.3%$100/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2006 | Sold | $701,000$251/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,115 +1.9% | $509,026 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,980 +1.8% | $499,046 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,857 +2.6% | $489,262 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,683 +2.2% | $479,669 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,537 +1.1% | $470,264 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,465 +1.8% | $465,443 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,351 +2.1% | $456,318 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,219 -0.3% | $447,372 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,236 | $438,600 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,236 +3% | $430,000 -3.4% |
| 2015 | $6,053 +0.5% | $445,051 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,024 | $436,335 +22.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $357,000 -16.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $425,849 +4.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $408,000 +2% |
| 2010 | -- | $400,000 -5.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $423,000 -22.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $548,000 -23.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $714,826 +96.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $364,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92253
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Mountain Vista Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.6 mi
- 3/10Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior HighGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Coachella Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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- La Quinta
- 92253
- 81872 Contento
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