




79305 Desert Crest Drive, La Quinta, CA 92253
Highly sought-after gorgeous home in the Topaz neighborhood conveniently located within walking distance to prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) schools: Amelia Earhart Elementary, John Glenn Middle School and La Quinta High School. Designed for entertaining and everyday enjoyment, the recently upgraded PebbleTech saltwater pool and spa is the centerpiece of a beautiful back yard oasis. Updated pool pump, filter, heater, LED lighting, and pool chiller. Enjoy the dramatic mountain views and the lush landscaping and mature fruit trees in the expansive yard. This house was remodeled with Saltillo tile flooring throughout. Both bathrooms were totally renovated with walk-in shower, deep soaking tub, and spectacular tile and counter work. All windows were replaced, new shutters / blinds, upgraded 200A electrical panel, new attic fan, EV Charger. The living and dining room leads into an expansive family room with cathedral ceilings and lots of natural light. The upgraded kitchen area is complete with new appliances, center island and convenient breakfast nook, as well as granite counter tops. Wonderful neighborhood with no HOA dues. Perfect for a family, as a vacation home, or an investment / rental opportunity. This home sells itself.
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,700
Lot Size
7,841 sqft
Year Built
1996
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
7
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
2
MLS #
219146924DA
Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Cathedral Ceilings, Open Floorplan, All Bedrooms Down
Flooring
Tile
Fireplace
Family Room, Gas
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Total Parking Spaces
4
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
2
Attached Garage
Yes
Parking Features
Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Patio & Porch
Covered
Fencing
Block
Construction
Stucco
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Clay
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Sprinklers Timer
Pool Features
Electric Heat, In Ground, Private, Salt Water, Waterfall
Spa Features
Heated, In Ground, Private
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Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Flood Risk
Minimal — not in a FEMA flood zone
Wildfire Risk
Moderate — near wildland-urban interface
Heat Risk
Low — moderate summer temperatures
Earthquake Risk
Southern California seismic zone
Based on price, location, and features
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