81840 Contento Street
La Quinta, CA, 92253 $ 979,000
Bedrooms4 Baths3.1 Sq 3,147 Monthly Estimate*
$ 6,182
for $979,000 with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, 1 half bath. This 3,147 square foot home was built in 2006.
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
Sewer In Connected and Paid
Heating Central
Cooling Air Conditioning
Possession Close Of Escrow
HOA Fee 350
Garage Spaces 3
Security Features Gated Community
Year Built 2006
View Mountain(s)
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Assoc Fee Paid Per Monthly
County Riverside
Property Type Residential
Association Amenities Controlled Access Playground Sport Court
HOA true
Attached Garage true
Subdivision Name Carmela
Status Active
City La Quinta
Senior Community Y/N false
MLS Area 313 -La Quinta South of HWY 111
Carport Spaces 0
Listing Terms Cash Conventional FHA VA Loan
Walk Score 0
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Assessor
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InteriorFlooring Carpet Tile
Furnished Y/N Furnished
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Decorative Gas Living Room
Total Stories 1
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
1/4 Baths 0
Total Baths 4
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ExteriorParking Features Direct Entrance Driveway Garage Door Opener
Lot Features Back Yard Front Yard Landscaped Private
Total Parking 3
Lot Size Area 9583
Spa false
Building Area Total 3147
Lot Size Source Assessor
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByJolie LeydekkersListing Agent
Windermere Real EstateBroker
jolie@jolie4homes.comEmail
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.49% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Average List Price $1,678,286
Percent of Sale Price 71%
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 |