
81916 Mission Palms, La Quinta, CA 92253
81916 Mission Palms, La Quinta, CA 92253
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.
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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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Residential Tier · 4 active · 5 closed
Capistrano at LQ · La Quinta · Single Family Residence
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.
Active Properties (4)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81827 Via Barranca | La Quinta | 2025 | 3 | 3 | 2,529 | 8,032 | $267 | $676,151 | 90 | 87 |
| 81788 Via Barranca | La Quinta | 2026 | 3 | 3 | 2,679 | 10,115 | $291 | $780,726 | 30 | 84 |
| 81821 Mission Palms Drive | La Quinta | 2026 | 4 | 4 | 2,738 | 8,025 | $276 | $755,237 | 48 | 81 |
| 81804 Mission Palms Drive | La Quinta | 2026 | 4 | 3 | 3,003 | 8,165 | $262 | $787,324 | 100 | 80 |
| Total: 4 · Average | 3.5 | 3.3 | 2,737.25 | 8,584.25 | $274 | $749,859.5 | 67 | |||
| Median | 2,738 | $780,726 | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81830 Via Barranca | La Quinta | 2026 | 08/19/2026 | 3 | 3 | 2,679 | 8,498 | $720,226 | $740,675 | $276 | 1.03 | 42 | 86 |
| 81816 Via Barranca | La Quinta | 2026 | 05/26/2026 | 3 | 3 | 2,679 | 8,498 | $729,226 | $723,000 | $270 | 0.99 | 109 | 85 |
| 81831 Camino San Juan | La Quinta | 2022 | 06/24/2026 | 4 | 4 | 2,911 | 9,148 | $1.09M | $1.02M | $352 | 0.94 | 97 | 85 |
| 81802 Via Barranca | La Quinta | 2025 | 06/05/2026 | 3 | 4 | 2,348 | 8,498 | $669,957 | $698,296 | $297 | 1.04 | 155 | 83 |
| 81785 Via Barranca | La Quinta | 2026 | 06/18/2026 | 3 | 4 | 2,348 | 8,586 | $692,515 | $705,000 | $300 | 1.02 | 75 | 83 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.2 | 3.6 | 2,593 | 8,645.6 | $778,394.2 | $778,394.2 | $299 | — | 95.6 | ||||
| Median | 2,679 | $723,000 | $723,000 | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.