$1,299,000
PENDING $96K PRICE DROP

50240 Via Amante La Quinta, CA 92253

Estimated payment $9,112/month

Total Views 263,492
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,894 Sq Ft
$449 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Pebble Pool Finish
  • Gated Community
  • Guest House
  • Casita
  • Community Lake

About This Home

Welcome to Palmilla - A National Award-Winning Desert OasisExperience elevated desert living in Palmilla, one of the Coachella Valley's most prestigious and architecturally celebrated communities. This stunning Ocotillo floor plan offers a rare blend of tranquil partial lake views and total backyard privacy, all within a fully turnkey furnished home designed for both relaxed luxury and effortless entertaining.The heart of the home features an expansive open-concept great room that seamlessly connects to the gourmet kitchen, sit-down bar, and sunlit breakfast nook. Culinary enthusiasts will love the kitchen's Thermador stainless steel double ovens, gas cooktop, built-in microwave, prep island with sink, and walk-in pantry. The space flows gracefully outdoors through massive stacking sliders, blurring the line between indoor and outdoor living.Step into your resort-style backyard, complete with a saltwater pool and elevated spa with powerful turbo jets, misting system that wraps the entire patio, built-in BBQ island, fire pit with lake views, and multiple lounging and dining areas--perfect for morning sun and shaded, cooler afternoons. A newer AC unit for the main living area and an upgraded pool heater ensure year-round comfort and performance.At the center of the home is a charming private courtyard, accessed by the guest suite, detached casita, and formal dining room. Anchored by a rock water fountain with soft uplighting, this space brings the outdoors in, filling the home with the soothing sound of water and fresh desert air--creating a peaceful ambiance throughout the interior.The spacious primary suite offers a luxurious retreat with dual vanities, a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and two custom walk-in closets. The guest suite and casita each have their own en suite bathrooms, offering privacy and comfort for family and guests.Palmilla provides 24-hour manned security, front yard maintenance, and exterior home painting, supporting a carefree, lock-and-leave lifestyle. With a membership to The Citrus Club, homeowners enjoy private gate access to the club--just minutes away--featuring championship golf, upscale dining, fitness, and vibrant social events. Restaurants and shopping are within easy walking distance.This home exemplifies true indoor-outdoor desert living at its finest.Schedule your private tour today--your Palmilla escape awaits.

Listing Agent

Karista Smith

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01311385 Listed on: 02/17/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,733

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 9,148 Sq Ft Lot
  • East Facing Home
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Sprinklers on Timer

HOA Fees

  • $880 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Turnkey

Interior Spaces

  • 2,894 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Bar
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Formal Entry
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Utility Room
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Room
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Side by Side Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Guest Parking

Pool

  • Pebble Pool Finish
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Heated Spa
  • In Ground Spa
  • Gunite Pool
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Gunite Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Fireplace in Patio
  • Fire Pit
  • Casita

Additional Homes

  • Guest House

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 776310038

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include building & grounds, trash, security
  • Palmilla Subdivision
  • On-Site Maintenance
  • Community Lake
  • Planned Unit Development

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Controlled Access
  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,733

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$880 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Attached/Detached: Yes
  • Property Orientation Faces: Leisure Faces East
  • Levels: Ground Level, No Unit Above
  • Building Number Of Stories: 1
  • Casita Features Other: separate entrance from courtyard
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 448.86
  • View Type: Water
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Listing I D: 219124980
  • Listing Member Address: 45-000 Club Drive, Indian Wells, CA 92210
  • Listing Office Address: 45-000 Club Drive, Indian Wells, CA 92210
  • Listing Office Fax: (760) 360-1342
  • Land Type: Fee
  • Subdivision: Palmilla
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave Oven, Washer, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Great Room, Patio
  • Interior Amenities: Bar, High Ceilings (9 Ft+)
  • Fireplace Features: Fire Pit, Gas Log, Gas
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2894.00

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Guest House/Casita
  • Fencing: Block, Fenced
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Construction: Gunite, Pebble, In Ground
  • Pool Description: Heated, Gunite, Private, In Ground
  • Pool Location: Private
  • Planned Unit Development: Yes
  • Spa Hot Tub: Yes
  • Spa Hot Tub Construction: Gunite, Hot Tub, Pebble, In Ground
  • Spa Hot Tub Description: Heated, Private, Hot Tub, Heated - Gas
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description: Attached
  • Parking: Guest, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Direct Entrance, Side By Side
  • Total Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6.00
  • Total Uncovered Assigned Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Electric, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Security: 24 Hour Security, Gated Community
  • Sewer: In, Connected and Paid

Association/Amenities

  • Association #1 Frequency: Monthly
  • Gated Community: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fees Include: Building & Grounds, Trash, Security
  • Association Amenities: Controlled Access, Pet Rules, Management, Maintenance Grounds, Lake or Pond
  • HOA Information: Yes
  • HOA Fee 1: 880.00
  • Total Monthly Association Fees: 880.00

Lot Info

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 776310038
  • Irrigation: Drip System, Sprinkler Timer, Sprinkler System
  • Lot Size: 9148.00

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Turnkey
  • Land Lease Type: Fee Simple

Tax Info

  • Mello Roos: Unknown

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Map

Range of Values:

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $15,733 $1,248,480 $65,025 $1,183,455
2023 $15,733 $683,263 $65,697 $617,566
2022 $8,807 $669,866 $64,409 $605,457
2021 $8,610 $656,733 $63,147 $593,586
2020 $9,610 $745,555 $186,389 $559,166
2019 $9,336 $723,840 $180,960 $542,880
2018 $8,981 $696,000 $174,000 $522,000
2017 $8,755 $677,000 $169,000 $508,000
2016 $8,302 $642,000 $160,000 $482,000
2015 $8,796 $670,000 $167,000 $503,000
2014 $8,135 $615,000 $154,000 $461,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/13/2025 09/13/25 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2025 05/07/25 Price Changed $1,299,000 -3.8% $449 / Sq Ft
04/08/2025 04/08/25 Price Changed $1,350,000 -1.5% $466 / Sq Ft
04/04/2025 04/04/25 Price Changed $1,370,000 -0.4% $473 / Sq Ft
03/24/2025 03/24/25 Price Changed $1,375,000 -1.4% $475 / Sq Ft
02/17/2025 02/17/25 For Sale $1,395,000 +16.3% $482 / Sq Ft
04/05/2023 04/05/23 Sold $1,200,000 -3.9% $415 / Sq Ft
03/07/2023 03/07/23 Pending -- -- --
02/21/2023 02/21/23 For Sale $1,249,000 0.0% $432 / Sq Ft
02/19/2023 02/19/23 Pending -- -- --
02/14/2023 02/14/23 For Sale $1,249,000 +92.2% $432 / Sq Ft
03/10/2020 03/10/20 Sold $650,000 -7.0% $225 / Sq Ft
03/06/2020 03/06/20 Pending -- -- --
02/11/2020 02/11/20 Price Changed $699,000 -6.7% $242 / Sq Ft
11/12/2019 11/12/19 For Sale $749,000 0.0% $259 / Sq Ft
10/27/2017 10/27/17 Rented $4,500 -40.0% --
10/16/2017 10/16/17 For Rent $7,500 -- --
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,200,000 Lawyers Title
Grant Deed $650,000 Equity Title Company
Grant Deed $1,000,000 Stewart Title Riverside
Grant Deed $735,000 Stewart Title Of California
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $600,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $715,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $588,000 New Conventional
Closed $73,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Karista Smith

Coldwell Banker Realty

(442) 371-4375

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A native of The Coachella Valley, Karista Smith has emerged as one of the top Realtors in the Greater Palm Springs, CA area.

A licensed Broker in both California and Arizona, Karista is an expert in luxury country clubs and has represented Buyers and Sellers in The Madison Club, Bighorn Golf Club, and Tradition Country Club. She claimed the title of the highest-priced home sale in the Coachella Valley in 2021 - also the historical highest-priced sale for the company.

With over 20

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Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 219124980

California Desert Association of REALTORS®

APN: 776-310-038