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Property Description
Welcome to Your Private Oasis in North La Quinta!
Situated on a premium corner lot in the desirable Topaz neighborhood, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the ultimate desert lifestyle with absolutely no HOA fees.
Step inside to an inviting, sun-drenched open layout featuring vaulted ceilings and gorgeous modern flooring. The heart of the home is the fully renovated chef's kitchen, beautifully styled with premium quartz countertops, sleek stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, and an elegant extended backsplash. The seamless flow leads into the spacious living and dining areas, accented by a cozy gas fireplace-perfect for effortless entertaining. Both bathrooms have been tastefully upgraded with contemporary finishes, matching the home's crisp, turnkey aesthetic.
While the interior is stunning, the backyard is the true showstopper. Step out into a private, resort-style paradise featuring a gorgeous private pool with a dramatic infinity edge, a built-in tanning shelf, in-pool seating, and an integrated spa. Host unforgettable gatherings in your custom outdoor BBQ kitchen area, or unwind by the large fire pit as you take in the breathtaking, unobstructed mountain views.
Location is everything, and this home puts you right in the center of it all. You are just minutes away from the world-renowned Indian Wells Tennis Garden, making this an incredible primary residence or lucrative seasonal rental. Enjoy quick, convenient access to Highway 111 for all your shopping and dining needs, while top-rated local schools, parks, and premier golf courses are just around the corner.
Complete with a 2-car garage, 79285 Desert Crest Drive is move-in ready and waiting for you to experience the best of the Coachella Valley.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 79285 Desert Crest
General
- Price: $694,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: GD26125405
- Updated: 8/7/2026
- Days on Market: 60 days
- Added to Site: 60 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: All Bedrooms Down
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Closet
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Pebble, Waterfall, Private, Heated, Gas Heat
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
Location
- County: Riverside
- Subdivision: Topaz (30821)
- Driving Directions: Miles & Adams
School Information
- School District: ABC Unified
Community
- Community Features: Street Lights, Storm Drains, Sidewalks
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Common Walls: 2 Common Walls (or More)
- Entry Location: 1
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 1,428
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1996
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountain(s)
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,712
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
- Lot Description: Sprinklers in Front, 0-1 Unit/Acre, Drip Sprinkler System, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers in Rear
- Fencing (Description): Masonry
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $485.99
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed by Equity Union, Jack Kassabian
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Schools
Schools serving 79285 Desert Crest
School District:Desert Sands Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Amelia Earhart Elementary School Of International Studies 45-250 Dune Palms Rd., Indio, CA 92201 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies 79-655 Miles Ave., Indio, CA 92201 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
La Quinta High School, La Quinta, CA 79-255 Blackhawk Way, La Quinta, CA 92253 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 79285 Desert Crest
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/13/2026
Price Reduced
$694,000
-0.72%
MLS
6/09/2026
Listed
$699,000
2.79%
MLS
7/14/2022
Sold
$680,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 79285 Desert Crest
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$7,863
-5%
$560,000
-19%
2024
$8,236
-10%
$693,600
2%
2023
$9,123
38%
$680,000
39%
2022
$6,610
38%
$489,599
43%
2021
$4,785
12%
$343,522
11%
2020
$4,259
2%
$310,689
2%
2019
$4,172
2%
$304,598
2%
2018
$4,082
5%
$298,626
6%
2017
$3,889
2%
$282,000
3%
2016
$3,800
7%
$275,000
10%
2015
$3,566
2%
$251,000
2%
2014
$3,496
15%
$245,000
18%
2013
$3,031
—
$208,000
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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79285 Desert Crest, La Quinta, CA 92253 (MLS# GD26125405) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 79285 Desert Crest is currently listed for $694,000 and was received on June 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 79285 Desert Crest? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in La Quinta? You can browse all La Quinta real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

