$466,000
SOLD AUG 9, 2013
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,778 Sq Ft
0.49 Acres

Recently Sold

$168 Per Sq Ft

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Wood Flooring
  • High Ceiling
  • Gated Community
  • Tuscan Architecture
  • Great Room with Fireplace

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to this Tuscan inspired gated community of Carmela in South La Quinta. A beautifully handcrafted iron gate leads you into a private courtyard with stone pavers. The open floorplan has a chef's kitchen with granite tops,SS appliances, wall to wall butler's pantry with tons of storage. The spacious great room has rich wood floors and rustic travertine, fireplace, built-in shelving and stone arch leading to Master bedroom with walk-in closet, walk-in shower, separate tub and double bowl vanity. Two additional bedrooms, one that is extra large with wall to wall shelving and a Den off kitchen. Three french doors off great room opens to an amazing fully landscaped over 21,000 sq. ft. lot with fruit trees, large salt water pool and spa surrounded by meandering gardens with peaceful sitting areas. Don't miss this opportunity to own this gorgeously upgraded villa for the ultimate in private retreats!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kris Jones

License #01833354 Listed on: 06/29/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Unknown Member

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,818

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 0.49 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • West Facing Home
  • Stucco Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinklers on Timer

HOA Fees

  • $272 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Tuscan Architecture
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,778 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Blinds
  • French Doors
  • Sliding Doors
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Den
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Travertine

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Double Vanity

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Automatic Gate

Pool

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Spa

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 220 Volts
  • Property is located within a water district
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Stone Porch or Patio
  • Ground Level

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 767660012

Community Details

Overview

  • Carmela Subdivision

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,818

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$272 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Attached/Detached: No
  • Property Orientation Faces: Front Door Faces West
  • Levels: One
  • Builders Tract Code: Carmela
  • Building Style: Tuscan
  • Entry Location: Ground Level - No Steps
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 167.39
  • Lp Sp Ratio: 1.0022
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Listing I D: 21477717
  • Listing Office Address: 78065 Main Street, Suite 100, Old Town La Quinta Office, La Quinta, CA 92253
  • Listing Office Fax: (760) 564-5890
  • Selling Office Address: 78065 Main Street, Suite 100, Old Town La Quinta Office, La Quinta, CA 92253
  • Selling Office Fax: (760) 564-5890
  • Land Type: Fee
  • Subdivision: Carmela
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Great Room
  • Interior Amenities: Built-In Features, Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings (9 Ft+)
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Travertine
  • Bedroom Features: Primary Suite, Walk In Closet
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom Features: Double Vanity(s)
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Kitchen Island, Dining Area
  • Kitchen Features: Island, Pantry
  • Laundry: Individual Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2778.00
  • Windows Treatments: Drapes, Blinds, Double Pane Windows

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Stucco
  • Roofing: Tile
  • Fencing: Stucco Wall
  • Patio: Rock - Stone
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Location: Private
  • Spa Hot Tub: Yes
  • Spa Hot Tub Description: Private

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description: Attached
  • Parking: Oversized

Utilities

  • TV Svcs: Cable TV
  • Volt 220: 220V Throughout
  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Fireplace(s), Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Security: Automatic Gate
  • Sewer: In, Connected and Paid
  • Water: Water District
  • Water Heater Feature: Gas, Water Heater Unit

Association/Amenities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Information: Yes
  • HOA Fee 1: 272.00
  • Total Monthly Association Fees: 272.00
  • Unit Location: Ground Floor

Lot Info

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 767660012
  • Irrigation: Sprinkler System, Sprinkler Timer
  • Lot Acres: 0.4900
  • Lot Description: Landscaped
  • Lot Location: Cul-De-Sac
  • Lot Size: 21344.00

Rental Info

  • Land Lease Type: Fee Simple

MLS Schools

  • School District: Desert Sands Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 29, 2024
Closed on
Jul 14, 2025
Sold by
Nazario And Rebeca Sauceda Living Trust and Sauceda Nazario
Bought by
Bruder Sohl Ventures Llc
Seller's Agent
Veronica Valenica Montoya
Bennion Deville Homes
Buyer's Agent
Lynette Sohl
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$925
Sold Price
$802,000
Premium/Discount to List
$801,075
86602.7%
Views
12

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1128.54%
Original Mortgage
$601,500
Outstanding Balance
$600,995
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$354,947

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2021
Sold by
Sauceda Nazario and Sauceda Rebeca B
Bought by
Sauceda Nazario and Sauceda Rebeca Beatriz

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 28, 2018
Closed on
Aug 16, 2018
Sold by
Kincaid David and Kincaid Sarita
Bought by
Sauceda Nazario and Sauceda Rebeca B
Seller's Agent
Rhonda Taplin
HomeSmart
Buyer's Agent
Nikkolene Byron
List Price
$589,000
Sold Price
$580,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-1.53%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.41%
Original Mortgage
$464,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 29, 2013
Closed on
Jul 3, 2013
Sold by
Retsky Marvin and Retsky Kathryn
Bought by
Kincaid David and Kincaid Sarita
Seller's Agent
Kris Jones
Buyer's Agent
Unknown Member
List Price
$465,000
Sold Price
$466,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.22%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.37%
Original Mortgage
$372,800
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2011
Sold by
Robin Investment Inc
Bought by
Retsky Marvin and Retsky Kathryn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$299,000
Interest Rate
4.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2010
Sold by
Richardson Steven R and Richardson Audrey B
Bought by
Robin Investment Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2007
Sold by
Richardson Steven R and Richardson Audrey B
Bought by
Richardson Steven and Richardson Audrey

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,883
Interest Rate
6.15%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2006
Sold by
Taylor Woodrow Homes Inc
Bought by
Richardson Steven R and Richardson Audrey B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$727,284
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $802,000 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $580,000 First American Title
Grant Deed $466,000 Orange Coast Title Company
Grant Deed -- Lawyers Title Insurance Corp
Trustee Deed -- Lawyers Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $909,500 First American Title Nhs
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $601,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $464,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $372,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $299,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $116,883 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $936,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $727,284 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/20/2025 08/20/25 Sold $802,000 +86602.7% $289 / Sq Ft
09/29/2024 09/29/24 For Sale $925 -99.8% $0 / Sq Ft
09/21/2018 09/21/18 Sold $580,000 -1.5% $209 / Sq Ft
08/09/2018 08/09/18 Pending -- -- --
06/28/2018 06/28/18 For Sale $589,000 +26.4% $212 / Sq Ft
08/09/2013 08/09/13 Sold $466,000 +0.2% $168 / Sq Ft
07/23/2013 07/23/13 Pending -- -- --
06/29/2013 06/29/13 For Sale $465,000 -- $167 / Sq Ft
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $8,818 $646,997 $156,171 $490,826
2023 $8,818 $621,874 $150,107 $471,767
2022 $8,478 $609,681 $147,164 $462,517
2021 $8,266 $597,728 $144,279 $453,449
2020 $8,176 $591,600 $142,800 $448,800
2019 $8,035 $580,000 $140,000 $440,000
2018 $7,015 $502,050 $125,511 $376,539
2017 $7,033 $492,206 $123,050 $369,156
2016 $6,775 $482,556 $120,638 $361,918
2015 $6,520 $475,310 $118,827 $356,483
2014 $6,491 $466,000 $116,500 $349,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 21477717

California Desert Association of REALTORS®

APN: 779-470-012