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81916 Mission Palms, La Quinta, CA 92253

$889K3bd · 3ba · 2,529 sqft
Lot 8,276 sqft•HOA $200/mo•Single Family Residence•
Active
•18d on market•MLS# 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 · 5 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 14.3% above the median closed sale of $777,824. Price per sqft ($352) is a 31% premium to closed comps ($269). Expect a longer timeline — comps averaged 125 days on 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 $778K
+$111K (+14.3%)
Active comps
vs active median $895K
−$6K (−0.7%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $332
+$20 (+6.2%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
81794 Via San ClementeLa Quinta2022332,5298,712$315$795,5002388
81921 Fiori Del Deserto DriveLa Quinta2024432,69311,761$334$899,0002475
57730 Cantata DriveLa Quinta2005353,00113,068$300$899,0005669
81787 Il Serenata DrLa Quinta2005432,85310,454$298$849,0007366
58280 Coral View WayLa Quinta2024332,17911,761$411$895,0002964
Total: 5 · Average3.43.42,65111,151.2$331.6$867,50041
Median2,693$895,000

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
57403 Paseo De La PazLa Quinta200805/15/2026333,0308,712$925,000$900,000$2970.975983
81860 Mission Palms DriveLa Quinta202505/14/2026433,0038,165$762,324$762,324$2541.008579
81902 Mission Palms DriveLa Quinta202501/06/2026433,0038,395$777,824$777,824$2591.0013677
81888 Mission Palms DriveLa Quinta202512/18/2025433,0038,165$764,990$765,623$2551.0011776
81858 Via BarrancaLa Quinta202507/20/2026442,91116,406$790,990$810,136$2781.0222970
Total: 5 · Average3.83.22,9909,968.6$803,181.4$803,181.4$268.6—125.2
Median3,003$777,824$777,824

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

Sale Price Trend

Days on Market

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.