$450,000
SOLD APR 16, 2019

78895 Via Trieste La Quinta, CA 92253

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,591 Sq Ft
6,970 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$174 Per Sq Ft

25% Below List Price

286 Days on Market

About This Home

As of June 2025

MUST SELL!!! Owner will consider all reasonable offers. By far the lowest priced home at Lake La Quinta and also one of a few homes offering a fully detached Casita in the sought-after guard gated community of Lake La Quinta. The entry courtyard features epoxy stone floors which extends throughout the entire yard and driveway. Inviting double glass panel front doors open to an extra large formal living room with vaulted ceilings and custom stack stone electric fireplace. The gourmet kitchen complete with all stainless steel, high end appliances, double oven, 2 dishwashers and large butcher block island is a gourmet's delight, as is the elegant formal dining room and cozy stack stone fireplace. French doors throughout allow for seamless outdoor entertainment in the super private south facing rear yard with mountain views and pebble tech salt water pool and spa. The spacious master bedroom offers direct access to the pool and spa.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Fatima Nordquist

Beverly Hills Fine Homes License #01467088 Listed on: 06/08/2018

Beverly Hills Fine Homes

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,695

Year Built

  • 1998

Community Details

Overview

  • Built by Canaday

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,695

Year Built

1998

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Levels: Ground Level
  • Entry Location: Ground Level - no steps
  • Advertising Remarks: MUST SELL!!! Seller will consider all reasonable offers. By far the lowest priced home at Lake La Quinta and also one of a few homes offering a fully detached Casita .This slice of Heaven in the sought-after community of Lake La Quinta offers privacy galore. The entry courtyard features epoxy stone floors which extend throughout the entire yard and driveway. Inviting double glass panel front doors open to an extra large formal living room with vaulted ceilings and custom stack stone electric fireplace. The gourmet kitchen complete with all stainless steel, high end appliances, double oven, 2 dishwashers and large butcher block island is a gourmet's delight, as is the elegant formal dining room and cozy stack stone fireplace. French doors throughout allow for seamless outdoor entertainment in the super private south facing rear yard with mountain views and pebble tech salt water pool and spa. The spacious master bedroom offers direct access to the pool and spa. A detached casita is perfect for guests, or as an office or art studio. Guard-gated community adjacent to shopping, dining and entertainment. Low HOA includes cable and internet. One of the only homes in LLQ that offer a fully detached garage and a 3 car garage....
  • Builder Name: Canaday
  • Builders Tract Code: 770
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 173.68
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Equipment: Ceiling Fan, Dishwasher, Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Number Of Remote Controls: 2
  • Fireplace Rooms: Dining, Living Room
  • Interior Amenities: Bidet, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, High Ceilings (9 Feet+)
  • Windows: Double Pane Windows
  • Bedroom Features: All Bedrooms Down, Ground Floor Master, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Bedroom, WalkInCloset
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathroom: 3
  • Bathroom Features: Double Vanity(s), Granite, Linen Closet, Remodeled
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Formal Dining Rm, Kitchen Island, Living Room
  • Den: 1
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Kitchen Features: Gourmet Kitchen, Granite Counters, Island, Pantry, Remodeled
  • Laundry: Inside, Room
  • Living Area: 2591

Exterior Features

  • Spa: Heated with Gas, In Ground, Private
  • Pool: Community, Heated And Filtered, Heated with Gas, In Ground, Private, Salt/Saline
  • Guest House: Detached
  • Pool: Yes
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Other Features: French Doors, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Sprinkler System
  • Tennis Court: Private Tennis Court
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Fence: Stucco Wall
  • Spa Yn: Yes
  • Stories: 1
  • View: Mountains
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Garage - 3 Car
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Parking: 6
  • Covered Parking: 3

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Drip System, Sprinkler System
  • TV Svcs: Cable TV
  • Water Heater: Central Water Heater
  • Security: 24 Hour, Gated Community with Guard
  • Cooling: Air Conditioning, Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Water: District

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fees Include: Security
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Fees: 407.00
  • Community Features: Community Boat Ramp, Community Dock, Community Mailbox
  • HOA: Yes
  • Amenities: Assoc Barbecue, Assoc Maintains Landscape, Assoc Pet Rules, Gated Community Guard

Association/Amenities

  • Pet Rules: Assoc Pet Rules

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 643-140-001
  • Lot Size Area: 7405

Rental Info

  • Land Lease Type: Fee

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 28, 2025
Closed on
May 15, 2025
Sold by
Harold Leon And Sherry R Smith Trust and Smith Harold Leon
Bought by
Coutee Family Living Trust and Coutee
Seller's Agent
Fatima Nordquist
Beverly Hills Fine Homes
Buyer's Agent
Ashley Magallon
eXp Realty of Greater Los Angeles
List Price
$825,000
Sold Price
$775,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-6.06%
Views
6242

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
107.93%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 8, 2018
Closed on
Apr 1, 2019
Sold by
Belanich Tomm
Bought by
Chiapperini Felice
Seller's Agent
Fatima Nordquist
Beverly Hills Fine Homes
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$149,000
-24.87%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.23%
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 8, 2018
Closed on
Mar 25, 2019
Sold by
Chiapperini Felice
Bought by
Harold Leon And Sherry R Smith Trust
Seller's Agent
Fatima Nordquist
Beverly Hills Fine Homes
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$149,000
-24.87%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 2014
Sold by
Chiapperini Felice
Bought by
Chiapperini Felice

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,001
Interest Rate
4.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 2012
Sold by
Mastrogiuseppe Michael
Bought by
Chiapperini Felice

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 4, 2006
Sold by
Chiapperini Felice
Bought by
Chiapperini Felice and Mastrogiuseppe Steven Michael

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 18, 2004
Sold by
Newman Noel and Newman Roberta
Bought by
Chiapperni Felice

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 1999
Sold by
Lake La Quinta Communities Llc
Bought by
Newman Noel and Newman Roberta

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
6.84%
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 $775,000 Wfg National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Orange Coast Title Company
Grant Deed $450,000 Orange Coast Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $439,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $255,000 Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $250,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $125,001 New Conventional
Previous Owner $50,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $172,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $175,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $37,800 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/11/2025 06/11/25 Sold $775,000 -3.0% $299 / Sq Ft
05/07/2025 05/07/25 Pending -- -- --
04/07/2025 04/07/25 Price Changed $799,000 -1.1% $308 / Sq Ft
03/21/2025 03/21/25 Price Changed $807,950 -2.1% $312 / Sq Ft
01/28/2025 01/28/25 For Sale $825,000 +83.3% $318 / Sq Ft
04/16/2019 04/16/19 Sold $450,000 0.0% $174 / Sq Ft
03/21/2019 03/21/19 Pending -- -- --
03/06/2019 03/06/19 Price Changed $450,000 -9.8% $174 / Sq Ft
02/21/2019 02/21/19 Price Changed $499,000 -16.7% $193 / Sq Ft
06/08/2018 06/08/18 For Sale $599,000 -- $231 / 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 $6,695 $948,184 $55,774 $892,410
2023 $6,695 $482,488 $53,609 $428,879
2022 $6,321 $473,028 $52,558 $420,470
2021 $6,171 $463,754 $51,528 $412,226
2020 $6,058 $459,000 $51,000 $408,000
2019 $5,828 $440,985 $116,996 $323,989
2018 $5,705 $432,339 $114,702 $317,637
2017 $5,610 $423,862 $112,453 $311,409
2016 $5,496 $415,552 $110,249 $305,303
2015 $5,513 $409,312 $108,594 $300,718
2014 $5,587 $414,589 $104,935 $309,654
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 18-353350

California Desert Association of REALTORS®

APN: 643-140-001