Recently Viewed Properties
See This Home
Save This Listing
Close

View All Photos

$1,000,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 2,905 Sq. Ft.
  • 3 Car Garage
  • Updated 7 days ago
See This Home
Save This Home
See This Home
Save This Home
This immaculate 3BR/3.5BA home has been lovingly cared for, and it shows! Nestled in La Quinta's highly desirable gated Rancho Santana, on a lush greenbelt with the south mountain views everyone craves, this peaceful setting has convenient access to shopping, dining, golf, and La Quinta's many hiking and biking trails .The beautifully landscaped low-maintenance yard is an entertainer's dream, featuring a sparkling private pool with raised spa, expansive covered patio, and plenty of room for dining and lounging. Step inside to an open, light-filled floor plan designed for effortless living and entertaining. The gourmet kitchen boasts stainless appliances, abundant cabinetry, a spacious island, and a casual dining area that flows seamlessly into the great room complete with cozy fireplace, custom built-in cabinetry, a convenient desk area, and direct access to the backyard paradise. The generous living room with wet bar features a dramatic wall of glass overlooking the pool and mountains, flooding the space with natural light. A dedicated office greets you off the formal entry--perfect for work-from-home flexibility. The luxurious primary suite is a true retreat, offering its own fireplace, oversized walk-in closet, and spa-inspired bath with dual vanities, jetted tub, and separate shower. Additional bedrooms provide excellent versatility. Bedroom 2 is a casita-like retreat with its own 3/4 bath and private door to the outside, while Bedroom 3 includes a full bath with shower over tub. A convenient powder room, laundry room with sink and extra storage, plus an attached 3-car garage with cabinet storage round out this thoughtful floor plan. Rancho Santana has low monthly HOA dues of $230, and offers walking paths, bocce ball, putting green and community park with playground. These south mountain views over a greenbelt don't come on the market often--this is a great house!

Full Property Details for 81881 Rancho Santana Dr

General

  • Price: $1,000,000
  • HOA FEE: $230/month
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Desert_Area_Palm_Springs
  • MLS ID: 219141164
  • Updated: 1/10/2026
  • Added to Site: 13 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Den - Study, Dining Area, Bar, Living Room, Great Room, Formal Entry
  • Interior Features: Built-In Features, Wet Bar, High Ceilings (9 Ft+)
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Great Room, Primary Retreat, Gas Starter
  • Eating Areas: Dining Area
  • Appliances: Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave Oven, Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Furnishings: Unfurnished
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Other
  • Windows/Treatment: Custom Window Covering

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • 3/4 Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom Features: Double Vanity(s), Tub with Jets, Shower over Tub, Shower & Tub, Powder Room

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom Features: Primary Retreat, Walk-In Closet

Other Rooms

  • Kitchen: Granite Counters
  • Laundry: Individual Room

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Controlled Access, Playground
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Heated, In Ground, Heated, In Ground, Private
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa Description: In Ground, Heated - Gas
  • Security/Safety: Card/Code Access

Exterior

  • Deck/Patio: Covered

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Covered Spaces: 3
  • Total Spaces: 6
  • Parking: Direct Entrance, Driveway
  • Garage Description: Attached

Location

  • Area: 313 -La Quinta South of HWY 111
  • County: Riverside
  • Subdivision: Rancho Santana
  • Cross Streets: Whispering Way
  • Direction Faces: Leisure Faces South

Community

  • Gated community: Yes
  • Association: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: In, Connected and Paid

Structural Information

  • Builder: Desert Estates Developement
  • Roof: Tile
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Square Feet: 2,905
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

  • Mountain views: Yes
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,712
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $344
  • Association Fee: Yes
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
  • Assoc Fee /Month: $230
  • Terms: Conventional, Cash to New Loan, Cash

Disclosures and Reports

  • APN: 779400023

Listed by Vine Property Group, Inc., Essig & Associates and Vine Property Group, Inc., Julie Essig

Quickly Find Out More

* Indicates a required field

Yes, I would like more information. Please use and/or share my information with a Coldwell Banker ® affiliated agent to contact me about my real estate needs. By clicking Send Message, I request to be contacted by phone or text message and consent to being contacted by automated means. I understand that my consent to receive calls or texts is not a condition of purchasing any property, goods, or services. Alternatively, I understand that I can access real estate services by email or I can contact the agent myself.

If an Coldwell Banker affiliated agent is not available in the area where I need assistance, I agree to be contacted by a real estate agent affiliated with another brand owned or licensed by Anywhere Real Estate (BHGRE®, CENTURY 21®, Corcoran®, ERA®, or Sotheby’s International Realty®). I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.

We Value Your Privacy

Listing agents

— 81881 Rancho Santana Dr —

  • Essig & Associates

    Vine Property Group, Inc.

  • Julie Essig

    Vine Property Group, Inc.

Get Pre-Approved Today

Be ready to buy your new home!

with our affiliated lender
NMLS#: 1598647

Get Pre-Approved

Be ready to buy your new home!

with our affiliated lender
NMLS#: 1598647

Get Pre-Approved

Schools serving 81881 Rancho Santana Dr

School District:Coachella Valley Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Mountain Vista Elementary School
49-750 Hjorth St., Indio, CA 92201
K-61.4 mi
Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior High
82-489 Ave. 52, Coachella, CA 92236
7-80.7 mi
Coachella Valley High School
83-800 Airport Blvd., Thermal, CA 92274
9-122.8 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 81881 Rancho Santana Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/04/2026
Listed
$1,000,000
100%
MLS
5/19/2011
Sold
$500,000
—
Public Record
Get Price Alerts and Save Property
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 for 81881 Rancho Santana Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$8,575
2%
$628,010
2%
2024
$8,420
2%
$615,697
2%
2023
$8,283
2%
$603,625
2%
2022
$8,088
2%
$591,791
2%
2021
$7,915
1%
$580,189
1%
2020
$7,827
2%
$574,241
2%
2019
$7,689
2%
$562,983
2%
2018
$7,532
—
$551,945
2%
2017
$7,550
4%
$541,124
2%
2016
$7,266
4%
$530,515
2%
2015
$6,989
—
$522,548
2%
2014
$6,956
6%
$512,314
7%
2013
$6,540
—
$481,000
—
View All
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Estimate the Cost for 81881 Rancho Santana Dr

$
Down Payment
%
$
%

$
$
$

*These costs are estimates, and the interest rates assume exceptional credit standing.

Be ready to buy your new home!

with our affiliated lender
NMLS#: 1598647

Get Pre-Approved

Listed by Vine Property Group, Inc., Essig & Associates and Vine Property Group, Inc., Julie Essig

Similar Properties near 81881 Rancho Santana Dr

This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.

81961 Contento St, La Quinta, CA 92253 - Photo 1
$975,000

81961 Contento St  La Quinta, CA 92253

  • Single Family
  • Active
  • 3
    Beds
  • 4
    Total Baths
  • 2,788
    Sq. Ft.
79185 Shadow Trail, La Quinta, CA 92253 - Photo 1
$1,050,000

79185 Shadow Trail  La Quinta, CA 92253

  • Single Family
  • Active
  • Updated 10 days ago
  • 3
    Beds
  • 4
    Total Baths
  • 2,644
    Sq. Ft.
52229 Whispering Way, La Quinta, CA 92253 - Photo 1 Just Listed
$925,000

52229 Whispering Way  La Quinta, CA 92253

  • Single Family
  • Active
  • Updated 3 days ago
  • 3
    Beds
  • 4
    Total Baths
  • 2,643
    Sq. Ft.
38530 Tandika Trail N, Palm Desert, CA 92211 - Photo 1
$1,025,000

38530 Tandika Trail N  Palm Desert, CA 92211

  • Single Family
  • Active
  • 3
    Beds
  • 4
    Total Baths
  • 3,400
    Sq. Ft.

Just Listed near 81881 Rancho Santana Dr

This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.

75762 Vista Del Rey, Indian Wells, CA 92210 - Photo 1 Just Listed
$1,200,000
Open House

75762 Vista Del Rey  Indian Wells, CA 92210

  • Single Family
  • Active
  • Updated 5 days ago
  • 3
    Beds
  • 3
    Total Baths
  • 2,644
    Sq. Ft.
75160 Citadel Pl, Indian Wells, CA 92210 - Photo 1 Just Listed
$2,190,000
Open House

75160 Citadel Pl  Indian Wells, CA 92210

  • Single Family
  • Active
  • Updated 2 days ago
  • 3
    Beds
  • 4
    Total Baths
  • 3,159
    Sq. Ft.
78155 Cabrillo Ln, Indian Wells, CA 92210 - Photo 1 Just Listed
$360,000

78155 Cabrillo Ln  #38  Indian Wells, CA 92210

  • Condo
  • Active
  • Updated 1 day ago
  • 1
    Bed
  • 1
    Total Bath
  • 576
    Sq. Ft.
44145 Tahoe Cir, Indian Wells, CA 92210 - Photo 1 Just Listed
$695,000

44145 Tahoe Cir  Indian Wells, CA 92210

  • Single Family
  • Active
  • Updated 4 days ago
  • 3
    Beds
  • 3
    Total Baths
  • 2,368
    Sq. Ft.

Price Reduced near 81881 Rancho Santana Dr

This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.

44190 Tahoe Cir, Indian Wells, CA 92210 - Photo 1 Price Reduced
-$19,000 (-2.57%)
$720,000

44190 Tahoe Cir  Indian Wells, CA 92210

  • Single Family
  • Active
  • Updated 3 days ago
  • 3
    Beds
  • 3
    Total Baths
  • 2,432
    Sq. Ft.
77690 Seminole Rd, Indian Wells, CA 92210 - Photo 1 Price Reduced
-$51,000 (-4.86%)
$999,000
Open House

77690 Seminole Rd  Indian Wells, CA 92210

  • Condo
  • Active
  • Updated 2 days ago
  • 2
    Beds
  • 2
    Total Baths
  • 2,296
    Sq. Ft.
76357 Via Chianti, Indian Wells, CA 92210 - Photo 1 Price Reduced
-$80,000 (-3.37%)
$2,295,000

76357 Via Chianti  Indian Wells, CA 92210

  • Single Family
  • Active
  • Updated 5 days ago
  • 3
    Beds
  • 4
    Total Baths
  • 2,850
    Sq. Ft.
77804 Cherokee Rd, Indian Wells, CA 92210 - Photo 1 Price Reduced
-$40,000 (-2.88%)
$1,350,000

77804 Cherokee Rd  Indian Wells, CA 92210

  • Condo
  • Active
  • Updated 12 hours ago
  • 3
    Beds
  • 3
    Total Baths
  • 2,688
    Sq. Ft.

Recent Sales near 81881 Rancho Santana Dr

This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.

52205 Day Star Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253 - Photo 1 Sold
$980,000

52205 Day Star Dr  La Quinta, CA 92253

  • Single Family
  • Closed
  • 3
    Beds
  • 4
    Total Baths
  • 2,905
    Sq. Ft.
81939 Seabiscuit Way, La Quinta, CA 92253 - Photo 1 Sold
$1,025,000

81939 Seabiscuit Way  La Quinta, CA 92253

  • Single Family
  • Closed
  • 5
    Beds
  • 5
    Total Baths
  • 3,226
    Sq. Ft.
52320 Silver Star Trail, La Quinta, CA 92253 - Photo 1 Sold
$950,000

52320 Silver Star Trail  La Quinta, CA 92253

  • Single Family
  • Closed
  • 5
    Beds
  • 5
    Total Baths
  • 3,225
    Sq. Ft.
81715 Charismatic Way, La Quinta, CA 92253 - Photo 1 Sold
$980,000

81715 Charismatic Way  La Quinta, CA 92253

  • Single Family
  • Closed
  • 5
    Beds
  • 5
    Total Baths
  • 3,226
    Sq. Ft.
Sold by Jenell VanDenBos (CalRE#: 01833698)

81881 Rancho Santana Drive, La Quinta, CA 92253 (MLS# 219141164) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms. 81881 Rancho Santana Drive is currently listed for $1,000,000 and was received on January 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 81881 Rancho Santana Drive? 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.

Tour this property