81636 Rancho Santana Drive
La Quinta, CA 92253
Listing broker / agent: Compass · Enedina Hurtado · CRMLS
MLS # 219150210DA · Last checked Oct 20, 2026 23:20 UTC
About this property
Welcome to this beautifully appointed 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home with a private detached casita, offering approximately 2,977 sq ft in the sought-after Rancho Santana community of La Quinta. Right across the street from Coachella festivals, next to The Madison club. Seller will consider credit toward buyer closing cost, subject to agreed purchase terms and lender approval. Water softener system throughout. This elegant residence features new ceiling fans throughout, soaring ceilings, and a bright open-concept layout.A formal entry leads to a dining room, a versatile den with courtyard access, and a guest powder room. The guest suite includes wood shutters, a walk-in closet, and an ensuite bath.The spacious kitchen is designed for entertaining, with stainless steel appliances, a large island, butler's pantry, and dining area that opens to the inviting great room with a cozy fireplace.The primary suite offers a private retreat with its own fireplace, walk-in closet, and spa-like bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, and separate shower.The detached casita provides a private entrance and ensuite bath--perfect for guests or a home office.Enjoy a serene courtyard with a spa, garden space, and fruit trees, plus an elevated deck with stunning mountain and sunset views.An oversized two-car garage offers extra space for storage, hobbies, or a golf cart.Located near top golf courses, dining, shopping, and entertainment, this home is a perfect blend of comfort and desert luxury. Schedule your private showing today.
Property details
- MLS number
- 219150210DA
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 4 Baths
- Living area
- 2,977 (area; units unconfirmed)
- Lot size
- 0.2 acres
- County
- Riverside
- Year built
- 2006
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 60
Building
- Year built
- 2006
- Year built source
- Builder
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Roof
- Tile
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 3
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 0
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Entry Foyer, Family Room, Guest Quarters, Great Room, Living Room, Other, Dining Room
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Interior features
- Breakfast Bar, Separate Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Walk In Closets
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile
- Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air, Gas
- Fireplace
- Gas, Gas Starter, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 4
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Carport spaces
- 0
- Parking
- Assigned, Driveway
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Spa
- Heated, In Ground
- Lot features
- Back Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Lot size source
- Assessor
Utilities & community
- Utilities
- Cable Available
- Community features
- Gated
- Association amenities
- Other
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $230.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
Schools reported in the listing
- Middle / junior school
- La Quinta
- High school
- Coachella Valley
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Nearby public schools
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| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior High (school website, opens in a new tab) Coachella Valley Unified · Coachella | 7–8 | 0.9 mi |
| Mountain Vista Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Coachella Valley Unified · Indio | K–6 | 1.3 mi |
| Imagine Schools, Riverside County (school website, opens in a new tab) Riverside County Office of Education · Coachella | Not reported | 2.0 mi |
| Westside Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Coachella Valley Unified · Thermal | K–6 | 2.1 mi |
| Coral Mountain Academy (school website, opens in a new tab) Coachella Valley Unified · Coachella | K–6 | 2.4 mi |
| Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Indio | K–5 | 2.4 mi |
| La Quinta Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · La Quinta | 6–8 | 2.9 mi |
| NOVA Academy - Coachella (school website, opens in a new tab) Coachella Valley Unified · Coachella | 9–12 | 2.9 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $788,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $785,000
- MLS-reported previous asking price
- $785,000
- MLS-reported last price change
- 2026-09-17 20:17 UTC
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 05:35 | $788,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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