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$767,500
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54040 Avenida Diaz

La Quinta, CA 92253
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths
square feet
1,870 Ft²
$4,169
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Nestled high in the desirable La Quinta Cove, this property offers unmatched privacy, dramatic mountain views, and the rare advantage of a spacious double lot. This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bath home lives like a private mini-estate, complete with a large 3-car garage, mature desert landscaping, and an inviting layout that blends comfort and style. The home is offered furnished per inventory list, creating a truly move-in-ready opportunity.Upon entering, you're welcomed into a warm and open great room that flows easily into the dining area and a generously sized kitchen. Natural light fills the interior, enhanced by skylights replaced in 2023 that brighten the living spaces and highlight the tasteful decor. The home features Saltillo tile throughout, added in 2020, which brings warmth and character to every room. A thoughtfully renovated kitchen, completed in 2020, offers both functionality and charm.The expansive backyard is the true centerpiece of this property, offering resort-style living surrounded by breathtaking mountain views. The owners have completed numerous enhancements to elevate the outdoor experience, including a Pebble Tec pool finish, new tile, updated pool and spa lighting, and a saltwater system installed in 2022. The Jandy pool heater and Pentair WiFi control system, added in 2019, ensure easy and efficient operation. The spa and pool area are complemented by misters, lush yet low-maintenance landscaping, and the added privacy afforded by the rare double lot. The back patio and walkway were updated in 2021, creating seamless spaces for dining, lounging, and outdoor entertaining.Additional improvements include a new hot water tank and recirculating pump installed in 2025, exterior painting completed in 2021, and new screen doors added in 2025. Each upgrade reflects the thoughtful care of the current owners and contributes to the home's exceptional condition and presentation.With its ideal location, beautiful updates, impressive outdoor amenities, and incredible panoramic views, this residence stands out as one of the Cove's most appealing offerings a private retreat with move-in convenience and the charm and character La Quinta is known for.
Unit Size
1,870 Ft²
Days on Market
85 days
Land Size
0.23 acres
Price per sqft
$454
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1988

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Last updated: 8 months ago (CRMLS #219139571PS)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Feb 27, 2026 Sold
Sold
Dec 4, 2025 Listed by Windermere Real Estate $849,000
Listed by Windermere Real Estate
Jan 15, 2019 No longer available -
No longer available
Nov 29, 2018 Price Decreased $399,000
↓ $10K (2.4%)
Price Decreased
Sep 5, 2018 Price Decreased $409,000
↓ $6K (1.5%)
Price Decreased
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Property Highlights

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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1988
  • Effective Year Built: 1989
  • Building Count: 1
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 18
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 1
  • Garage Square Area: 447
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 8

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 10,019
  • Total Building Area: 2,407
  • Gross Building Area: 2,407
  • Building Area: 1,870
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 3
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,870
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 5
  • Water Service: 3

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: SANTA CARMELITA VALE LA QUINTA UNIT 24
  • Land Acres: 0000000230
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 20
  • State Land Use Code: R01
  • Legal Description 1: .23 ACRES M/L IN LOTS 21 & 22 MB 019/044 SANTA CARMELITA VALE LA QUINTA UNIT 24

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Desert Sands Unified School District
  • Census Tract: 045109

Geography

  • Parcel: 774-201-029
  • Block: 255
  • Lot: 22
  • Municipality: LA QUINTA
  • Latitude: 33.6556
  • Longitude: -116.316

    Address

  • Full Address: 54040 Avenida Diaz
  • Address - House Number: 54040
  • Address - Street Name: Avenida Diaz
  • State: CA
  • City Name: La Quinta
  • Carrier Code: H001
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 3693
  • Zip Code: 92253

Valuation

    Tax

  • Total Area: 1,870
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $533,790
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 020-015

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1973
  • Valuation Date: Apr 03, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 73
  • Final Value: 635,525
  • High Value: 760,965
  • Low Value: 510,086

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $440,010

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $407,434
  • Assessed Land Value: $9,649
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $397,785

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Jan 07, 2019
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jan 10, 2019
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2019-0010616
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Sep 29, 2006
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Sep 01, 2006
  • Previous Sale Amount: $475,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 36
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 54040 Avenida Diaz built and last sold?
The property at 54040 Avenida Diaz was built in 1988 and last sold on Jan 7, 2019 for $380,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 54040 Avenida Diaz is $848,932.
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