81840 Contento, La Quinta, CA 92253
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Listed by Jolie Leydekkers, Windermere Real Estate, (760) 702-6736

$899,900

Original price: $979,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,147 sqft

81840 Contento, La Quinta, CA 92253

Est. Mortgage $5,928/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 2006
$286/sqft
3 Car Garage
HOA $350/mo

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Experience desert living at its finest in this elegant 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom South La Quinta estate, complete with a private detached casita. Built in 2006 and offering approximately 3,150 sq. ft., this residence blends timeless architecture with refined finishes. Dramatic soaring ceilings, graceful archways, and numerous French doors create a seamless flow between indoor sophistication and outdoor serenity. Featuring a formal living room, formal dining room, and inviting family room off the kitchen with breakfast nook, the thoughtful floor plan offers exceptional space for both everyday living and entertaining.The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream with granite countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a Sub-Zero built-in refrigerator, and a butler's pantry designed for effortless hosting. Multiple gathering spaces provide both grand scale and intimate comfort, while the expansive primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a spacious spa-inspired bath.Set on an oversized lot with abundant space to create the ultimate resort-style backyard, this property presents an exceptional opportunity to personalize and elevate an already stunning home. A comparable residence with a pool recently sold for approximately $1.1 million, making this thoughtfully priced offering an incredible value. Priced below recent comparable sales to reflect the opportunity for a pool and cosmetic modernization, this home allows the next owner to create their own vision while building immediate equity. Imagine transforming the backyard into a private desert oasis and updating the interiors to today's designer aesthetic--all while owning one of the most desirable floor plans in the neighborhood.Located within the gated community of Carmela, adjacent to the prestigious Madison Club, the low monthly HOA includes front yard landscaping, controlled access, a sports court, and a playground. Opportunities to own this sought-after floor plan are rare, and this exceptional home is being offered turnkey furnished. Don't miss your chance to secure one of South La Quinta's best values.

Home Details for 81840 Contento

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 3Types of Rooms: Family Room, Guest Quarters, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3147 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Decorative, Gas, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Carpet, Tile
View
Has a ViewView: Mountain(s)
Security
Security: Gated Community

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Direct Access,Driveway,Garage,Garage Door Opener
Frontage
Not on Waterfront

Days on Market

Days on Market: 31

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2006
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 779460002

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $899,900Price Per Sqft: $286
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: La QuintaCommunity: Carmela

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 219151041DA

Community

Community Features: GatedNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AORHas an HOAHOA Fee: $350/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9583 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 219151041DALiving Area Range Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-06065-N-779460002-R-N

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Controlled Access,Sport Court,PlaygroundSource Internet Entire Listing Display

What Locals Say about La Quinta

At least 297 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 90 % Say parking is easy

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say it's quiet

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 45 % Say kids play outside

  • 37 % Say there's wildlife

  • 35 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 33 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 31 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "Great neighborhood! Highly recommend for anyone looking to live in a nice, friendly, safe environment. Worth checking out!"
  • Vanessa Rubenstein
    "Love it because it’s paradise compared to any other places I lived. Safe, beautiful and peaceful with great entertainment events."
  • Josh
    "Great area and the cove is like its own little town. We have just about everything we need. It’s a quiet area for the most part."
  • Sarah Post
    "Quiet and near nature. I love the community and how family centered La Quinta is. It’s very activity oriented "
  • Lorena Nicolao
    "Love the trails and the Santa Rosa mountains! We’ve lived in the cove for 13 years. The city of La Quinta truly is a beautiful gem and a beautiful place to live. "
  • Vanessa Block-rubenstein
    "Awesome neighborhood with a private dog park as big as a football field. Large homes with big lots and great people."
  • Trills
    "It's a quiet and clean neighborhood. Maybe not the most diverse but people are kind and kind their business. There's not much to do around here, lots of retirees but it's safe and peaceful. Everywhere you look is like a postcard. Maybe boring sometimes but it's peaceful and serene. "
  • Sarah Post
    "No sidewalks for dogs. But, there is a great nature trail that my dogs love to walk along and smell all the smells"
  • Trulia User
    "La Quinta cove is a very safe community, lots of houses are being renovated, and the cove sits between three mountains. Love it."
  • Vanessa Block-rubenstein
    "Compare to Los Angeles it’s heaven! Love living here. Great neighborhood and beautiful area. It’s hot during summer though."
  • Brittany Kuhn
    "Hiking trails and good neighbors make this community what it is. There is a farmers market in Old Town as well."
  • Jennifer Gresham
    "They would love it. Restaurants, shops, outdoor areas dog friendly. Cool trails within neighborhoods. ."
  • Tonya.ochuk
    "There is a local public pool with movie nights, and pickle ball tournaments are very popular at the community park."
  • Lyle McLaren
    "It is safe for kids and everyone in this community to live and enjoy life. We love it here as the people are so nice."
  • Paigesells24seven
    "I have lived in my neighborhood for 9 years. It’s a very clean and quiet neighborhood which I love. The only thing I would change is having more children in the neighborhood because we have kids and it feels like there are no children around here."
  • Moonhee J.
    "l live la quinta six month. I love town and neighborhood . I like to live longer for my lifetime quiete and classic and lots of golfing courses and hiking mountain. etc"
  • Carlos F.
    "Dog owners and dogs are very common along with businesses that cater to dog owners in and around all commercial areas"
  • Nicole C.
    "Art show, the cove, the trails, tacos and beer festival all the restaurants, nice walking area, beautiful mountains, friendly people, pickle ball courts and tennis courts, dog park, markets everywhere, fresh food at the farmers market "
  • Podeschi
    "Lots of dogs here. Very pet friendly. Dog parks are here as well as dog stations. Owners keep pets on leashes. Pets are treated like family members here and I see during quarantine many walking their dogs on the golf course. "
  • Kristoher S.
    "it only takes eight minutes for me to arrive at work since I work close by. Why does this require one hundred characters?"
  • Kim M.
    "people walk their dogs in the early morning hours due to the heat. dog owners need to watch for coyotes. "
  • Sarah.olayo2
    "I think the tennis tournaments are for sure the most unique things about our community here in LQ. Also the shields date garden is pretty great and I recommend it to anyone who is new to LQ."
  • Veronica C.
    "Me and all the shoppingnear me. Great stores target, ULTA, home goods, walmart, Habitburgers, soup plantation. Etc..."
  • I.heart.offbeat
    "We have a very friendly neighborhood. Everyone says "hi" whenever they walk their dogs and we always feel safe at home and within the environment."
  • Achmsons
    "Great family area, good parks and activities for young children and family. Also neighbors are pretty nice and helpful. "
  • Mom
    "Carlsbad, ca. Or Oceanside, is the best place to rent for the summer, I am looking in that area. 2 bedrooms : have a small well mannered service dog. Would like pool"
  • Uilani M. .
    "there are no community events in my neighborhood but old town la quinta is close by and has lots of things happening "
  • Shawn
    "some days are busier than others traffic wise but a smooth drive all the way out. la quinta has a lot of quick stop shops if you know the backroads really well. helps cut time."
  • Rosanna F.
    "Great location. Walk to schools, parks, grocery store. 3 minute drive to department stores, more grocery stores, theater, and restaurants."
  • Lisa L.
    "I am retired so if commuting to the club house, to play golf, to the gym or friends houses we just hop in the golf cart. La Quinta is a wonderful small town."
  • Mrsluzdavis
    "We’ve lived here for 2 years, nice area, nice neighbors, we look out for each other’s property. House and landscape always looks nice."
  • Margarita L.
    "Safe. Pretty. Quiet. I have the best neighbors on both sides of me. Centrally located near all stores. "

Market trends in La Quinta

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$848K
$3.33K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
96.7%
0.3%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$392
$7
MoM
Available listings
447
59
MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$874K
Since last month
Decreased$51K (-5.5%)
Since last year
Increased$18K (+2.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$344K (+63.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +69% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$888K
August 2026$874K
July 2026$939K
June 2026$937K
May 2026$940K
April 2026$936K
March 2026$940K
February 2026$950K
January 2026$953K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
04/06/26
4
3.5
3,147
0.12
Single-Family Home
$975,000
04/27/26
4
3.5
2,643
0.20
Single-Family Home
$679,650
06/16/26
3
3.5
2,905
0.11
Single-Family Home
$880,000
06/17/26
3
3.5
2,905
0.17
Single-Family Home
$875,000
12/29/25
3
3.5
2,905
0.16
Single-Family Home
$915,000
03/03/26
3
3.5
2,643
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,199,000
05/01/26
3
3.5
2,912
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
12/01/25
4
3.5
2,911
0.13
Single-Family Home
$950,000
09/25/25
5
4.5
3,225
0.11
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
04/15/26
3
3.5
2,643

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.04
$1,313,400
3
3.5
2,778
Off Market
0.03
$1,544,100
4
3.5
2,990
Off Market
0.05
$1,100,000
4
3.5
3,147
Recently Sold
0.08
$952,700
3
2.5
2,778
Off Market
0.03
$797,800
3
3.5
2,788
Off Market
0.04
$3,004,400
5
5.5
4,373
Off Market
0.09
$1,350,000
3
3.5
2,788
For Sale
0.05
$861,100
3
3
2,778
Off Market
0.09
$1,176,900
4
3.5
2,990
Off Market
0.07
$1,047,300
3
2.5
2,778
Off Market
0.07
$2,173,900
5
5.5
4,652
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 20, 2026
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219151041
PriceChange
$899,900
Price decreased by 8%
Aug 4, 2026
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219151041
Listed For Sale
$979,000
Apr 13, 2026
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219135254
ListingRemoved
$979,000
Mar 12, 2026
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219135254
PriceChange
$979,000
Price decreased by 2%
Nov 23, 2025
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219135254
PriceChange
$999,900
Price decreased by 5%

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Jolie Leydekkers, Windermere Real Estate
Agent Phone: (760) 702-6736
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Frequently asked questions about 81840 Contento

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 81840 Contento?
    Based on a $899,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 81840 Contento in La Quinta, CA is approximately $5,658 (about $4,706 principal & interest, $877 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 81840 Contento compare to homes in La Quinta?
    81840 Contento in La Quinta, CA is listed at $899,900, about 6% above the $848K median sale price in La Quinta.
  • What do residents say about La Quinta?
    Residents describe La Quinta, CA as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in La Quinta, CA.
  • What are the closest schools to 81840 Contento?
    The closest schools to 81840 Contento in La Quinta, CA are Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior High (rated 3/10), Coachella Valley High School (rated 3/10), Mountain Vista Elementary School (rated 4/10).
  • Does 81840 Contento have air conditioning?
    Yes, 81840 Contento in La Quinta, CA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 81840 Contento?
    The lot at 81840 Contento in La Quinta, CA is about 0.22 acres (9,583 sq ft).
81840 Contento, La Quinta, CA 92253 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,147 sqft single-family home built in 2006. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Aug 4, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 219151041DA.