81840 Contento Street
La Quinta, CA, 92253 $ 979,000
Bedrooms4 Baths3.1 Sq 3,147 Monthly Estimate*
$ 6,182
Listed by Windermere Real Estate
for $979,000 with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, 1 half bath. This 3,147 square foot home was built in 2006 on a lot size of 0.22.
Experience desert living at its finest in this elegant 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom South La Quinta estate, complete with a private detached casita. Built in 2006 and offering approximately 3,150 sq. ft., this residence blends timeless architecture with refined finishes. Dramatic soaring ceilings, graceful archways, and numerous French doors create a seamless flow between indoor sophistication and outdoor serenity. Featuring a formal living room, formal dining room, and inviting family room off the kitchen with breakfast nook, the thoughtful floor plan offers exceptional space for both everyday living and entertaining.The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream with granite countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a Sub-Zero built-in refrigerator, and a butler's pantry designed for effortless hosting. Multiple gathering spaces provide both grand scale and intimate comfort, while the expansive primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a spacious spa-inspired bath.Set on an oversized lot with abundant space to create the ultimate resort-style backyard, this property presents an exceptional opportunity to personalize and elevate an already stunning home. A comparable residence with a pool recently sold for approximately $1.1 million, making this thoughtfully priced offering an incredible value. Priced below recent comparable sales to reflect the opportunity for a pool and cosmetic modernization, this home allows the next owner to create their own vision while building immediate equity. Imagine transforming the backyard into a private desert oasis and updating the interiors to today's designer aesthetic--all while owning one of the most desirable floor plans in the neighborhood.Located within the gated community of Carmela, adjacent to the prestigious Madison Club, the low monthly HOA includes front yard landscaping, controlled access, a sports court, and a playground. Opportunities to own this sought-after floor plan are rare, and this exceptional home is being offered turnkey furnished. Don't miss your chance to secure one of South La Quinta's best values.
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 3147
Heating Central
Possession Close Of Escrow
HOA Fee 350
Garage Spaces 3
Security Features Gated Community
Year Built 2006
View Mountain(s)
Stories Count 1
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Community Features Gated
Assoc Fee Paid Per Monthly
County Riverside
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
Association Amenities Controlled Access Sport Court Playground
HOA true
Attached Garage true
Subdivision Name Carmela
Garage Y/N true
Full Baths 3
Special Listing Conditions Standard
Status Active
Directions Please use your GPS. Cross Street: Monroe.
City La Quinta
Disclosures Covenants/Restrictions Disclosure
Senior Community Y/N false
Open Parking Spaces 0
MLS Area 313 - La Quinta South of HWY 111
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 9583
Carport Spaces 0
Listing Terms Cash Conventional FHA VA Loan
Property Attached Y/N false
Land Lease Y/N false
Walk Score 0
Lease Considered Y/N false
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Assessor
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
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InteriorFlooring Carpet Tile
Fireplace Features Decorative Gas Living Room
Total Stories 1
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Half Baths 1
1/4 Baths 0
3/4 Baths 0
Total Bedrooms 4
Total Baths 4
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ExteriorParking Features Direct Access Driveway Garage Garage Door Opener
Lot Features Back Yard Front Yard Landscaped Planned Unit Development Sprinkler System
Total Parking 3
Lot Size Area 9583
Spa false
Lot Size Acres 0.22
Private Pool false
Lot Size Source Assessor
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByWindermere Real EstateBroker
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Average List Price $1,700,874
Percent of Sale Price 74%
About La Quinta, CA 40,988 Population
59% Since 2002
$ 71,367 Median Income
47.4 Median Age
26% Households with Children
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 8/4/2026 | $979,000 | | Listed Price |