Single Family Pool Home with Detached Casita on a Corner, Double Lot. Turnkey Furnished. Discover a Unique Desert retreat set dramatically against the backdrop of the Santa Rosa Mountains. Featured in Palm Springs Life Magazine, this original Santa Fe-style home, designed by renowned architect Charles Martin in 1978, sits proudly on a Corner Double Lot & hidden behind white walls for maximum privacy. Step into the private courtyard that leads to a home brimming with character & history. The open floor plan welcomes you with soaring wood ceilings, accentuated by massive pole beams, while French doors invite you to explore the outdoor spaces. A seamless indoor-outdoor flow is perfect for entertaining, leading to an expansive courtyard featuring a large pool, spa, outdoor fireplace, & kitchen, all framed by magnificent mountain views. This 4 bedroom, 4 bath gem boasts a spacious primary suite w/ cozy fireplace and Detached Casita. Casita is a comfortable retreat with its own living area, kitchenette and one-car garage. George Arnold's artistic touch is felt throughout the home, from handcrafted furniture to unique, detailed finishes. This is not just a home; it's a work of art, lovingly maintained & full of history. Experience the unmatched beauty & character of this rare Santa Fe masterpiece, with its perfect blend of rich character & modern amenities. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of La Quinta's rich heritage.
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Listing Provided by:
Michelle Anselmo DRE #01350245 760-861-9701,
Anselmo Real Estate,
John Anselmo DRE #01230889 760-413-1329,
Anselmo Real Estate
$1,038,295
52441 Avenida Alvarado, La Quinta, CA 92253
4beds
2,218sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
10,019 sqft lot
$1,038,700 Zestimate®
$468/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 22, 2025 at 06:58am
Listing Provided by:
Michelle Anselmo DRE #01350245 760-861-9701,
Anselmo Real Estate,
John Anselmo DRE #01230889 760-413-1329,
Anselmo Real Estate
Bought with:
Enedina Hurtado, DRE #01958989
Compass
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219124504DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Block Walls, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Furnished, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite
- Flooring: Concrete
- Doors: French Doors
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outside, Wood Burning
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,218 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Enclosed
- Exterior features: Barbecue
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, Electric Heat, In Ground, Private
- Spa features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Private
- Fencing: Stucco Wall
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Pool
Lot
- Size: 10,019 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Near Park, Sprinkler System, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 773253025
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park
Location
- Region: La Quinta
- Subdivision: La Quinta Cove
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
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