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81916 Mission Palms, La Quinta, CA 92253

$889K3bd · 3ba · 2,529 sqft
Lot 8,276 sqftHOA $200/moSingle Family Residence
Active
31d on marketMLS# OC-26183194

Property Description

Nestled behind the gates of The Enclave at Capistrano, this highly upgraded 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence offers 2,529 sq. ft. of exceptional indoor-outdoor living. The open-concept floor plan features soaring ceilings, 8-foot doors, abundant natural light, designer lighting, two-tone paint, wood shutters, and premium finishes throughout. The chef’s kitchen showcases a large quartz island, custom lighting, ample cabinetry, Bosch refrigerator, and a stunning Restoration Hardware chandelier in the adjoining dining area. A versatile bonus space provides the perfect setting for a home office, fitness room, study, or creative retreat. The spacious primary suite features a spa-inspired bath with a large glass-enclosed shower, dual vanities, and oversized walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms share a beautifully appointed bath. The private backyard is an entertainer’s dream, featuring a newly constructed pebble-finish pool and spa with Baja shelf and four water features, motorized pergola with adjustable vented roof, built-in Bull BBQ island with refrigerator, covered California Room, low-maintenance landscaping, and ambient landscape lighting. Additional highlights include a finished 2-car garage with epoxy flooring, tandem parking or storage, Samsung washer and dryer, whole-home smart technology including a Honeywell smart thermostat and SkyBell video doorbell, and a TAEXX in-wall pest defense system built directly into the home’s walls, providing convenient, zero-contact pest protection. Enjoy mountain views from the finished front courtyard and a prime location just minutes from championship golf, upscale dining, shopping, and resort amenities. With a low HOA of just $200, this is an exceptional opportunity to own one of The Enclave at Capistrano’s finest homes in one of La Quinta’s most desirable gated communities.

Features & Amenities

Capistrano at LQFeeBuilt 2025

Property Details

Subdivision
Capistrano at LQ
Land Type
Fee
Year Built
2025
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Parking Spaces
4
Garage Spaces
2
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
View
Mountain(s)
City
La Quinta
Zip Code
92253
County
Riverside
Listed byEquity Union, Tyler Marshall Varner

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Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$4,495.27
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$711,200
Total Interest
$907,096
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$1,618,296
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About Capistrano at LQ

This property is located in Capistrano at LQ, a community in La Quinta. Explore more listings in this neighborhood to compare options and pricing.

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Comparative Market Analysis

Residential Tier · 4 active · 5 closed

81916 Mission Palms, La Quinta, CA 92253

Capistrano at LQ · La Quinta · Single Family Residence

$889K
Residential Tier
Beds
3
Baths
3
Sqft
2,529
Lot
8,276 sqft
Year
2025
$/Sqft
$352
Pool: Yes
Spa: Yes
View: mountain
Garage: 2-car

Listed 23.0% above the median closed sale of $723,000. Price per sqft ($352) is a 18% premium to closed comps ($299). Closed comps sold at 100% of list — strong seller's market.

Price Position

Positioned above the market — commands a premium.

Premium
Subject listed at $889K· $352/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $723K
+$166K (+23.0%)
Active comps
vs active median $781K
+$108K (+13.9%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $274
+$78 (+28.5%)

Active Properties (4)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
81827 Via BarrancaLa Quinta2025332,5298,032$267$676,1519087
81788 Via BarrancaLa Quinta2026332,67910,115$291$780,7263084
81821 Mission Palms DriveLa Quinta2026442,7388,025$276$755,2374881
81804 Mission Palms DriveLa Quinta2026433,0038,165$262$787,32410080
Total: 4 · Average3.53.32,737.258,584.25$274$749,859.567
Median2,738$780,726

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
81830 Via BarrancaLa Quinta202608/19/2026332,6798,498$720,226$740,675$2761.034286
81816 Via BarrancaLa Quinta202605/26/2026332,6798,498$729,226$723,000$2700.9910985
81831 Camino San JuanLa Quinta202206/24/2026442,9119,148$1.09M$1.02M$3520.949785
81802 Via BarrancaLa Quinta202506/05/2026342,3488,498$669,957$698,296$2971.0415583
81785 Via BarrancaLa Quinta202606/18/2026342,3488,586$692,515$705,000$3001.027583
Total: 5 · Average3.23.62,5938,645.6$778,394.2$778,394.2$29995.6
Median2,679$723,000$723,000

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

Sale Price Trend

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Sale vs List Price

AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.