Stunning south-facing residence with 3 bedrooms, plus a den, set within the coveted Palms Golf Club, where timeless desert living meets mountain panoramas. Thoughtfully designed and meticulously maintained, this custom home captures the essence of resort living with a sparkling pool and spa, expansive decking, and a built-in BBQ perfect for gathering with friends and family. A courtyard entry welcomes guests with warmth and privacy, offering direct access to a detached casita. Through double doors, the interiors unfold with impressive scale, featuring vaulted ceilings, travertine flooring throughout, custom shutters, and an open-concept layout that balances refined comfort with an easy indoor-outdoor flow. The great room, anchored by a fireplace and framed by picture windows, connects seamlessly to the dining area and gourmet kitchen, where stainless steel appliances, a beverage cooler, upgraded cabinetry, and a generous breakfast bar create a space that is both functional and inviting, perfect for everyday living or entertaining with ease. The primary suite is a serene sanctuary, with spa-inspired bath features, including dual vanities, a soaking tub, and walk-in shower, enhancing the home's retreat-like atmosphere. The Palms Golf Course, designed by Master's Champion Fred Couples and located within the community, is a place where golf's traditions are cherished, and the lifestyle is lived daily. In addition to world-class golf, this home is ideally positioned within minutes of premier dining, boutique shopping, renowned tennis and pickleball venues, and the Coachella Valley's celebrated festivals, offering effortless access to the very best of desert living.
For sale
Listing Provided by: Desert Sotheby's International Realty
$1,300,000
81957 Couples Ct, La Quinta, CA 92253
3beds
2,867sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
0.26 Acres Lot
$1,251,200 Zestimate®
$453/sqft
$550/mo HOA
What's special
Sparkling pool and spaSouth-facing residenceDouble doorsBeverage coolerWalk-in showerBuilt-in bbqCustom shutters
- 116 days |
- 593 |
- 25 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 24, 2026 at 01:20pm
Listing Provided by:
Craig Chorpenning DRE #01887862 760-777-2389,
Desert Sotheby's International Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219139778DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Entry/Foyer, Guest Quarters
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave
Features
- Flooring: Stone
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Great Room, Outside
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,867 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Spa features: In Ground, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Planned Unit Development, Sprinkler System
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 764060037
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Gated
- Security: Gated Community
- Subdivision: The Palms
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Controlled Access
- HOA fee: $550 monthly
Location
- Region: La Quinta
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $453/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,325,999
- Annual tax amount: $17,664
- Date on market: 12/9/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
Estimated market value
$1,251,200
$1.19M - $1.31M
$7,926/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000$453/sqft |
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| 5/9/2024 | Sold | $1,300,000-1.9%$453/sqft |
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| 5/8/2024 | Pending sale | $1,325,000$462/sqft |
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| 4/10/2024 | Contingent | $1,325,000$462/sqft |
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| 2/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,325,000+47.2%$462/sqft |
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| 6/25/2021 | Sold | $900,000+0.1%$314/sqft |
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| 5/22/2021 | Pending sale | $899,000$314/sqft |
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| 5/20/2021 | Price change | $899,000-0.1%$314/sqft |
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| 5/3/2021 | Listed for sale | $899,999+10.7%$314/sqft |
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| 12/14/2020 | Sold | $813,000+27.4%$284/sqft |
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| 11/1/2016 | Listing removed | $2,700-3.6%$1/sqft |
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| 8/30/2015 | Listing removed | $2,800$1/sqft |
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| 5/14/2015 | Price change | $2,800-12.5%$1/sqft |
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| 4/9/2015 | Price change | $3,200-11.1%$1/sqft |
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| 3/11/2015 | Listed for rent | $3,600$1/sqft |
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| 8/10/2005 | Sold | $638,000$223/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,664 +24.8% | $1,325,999 +27% |
| 2024 | $14,148 +1.4% | $1,044,040 +2% |
| 2023 | $13,952 +11% | $1,023,570 +11.5% |
| 2022 | $12,571 +13.1% | $918,000 +12.9% |
| 2021 | $11,115 +1.2% | $813,000 +2% |
| 2020 | $10,982 +2.6% | $797,207 +2% |
| 2019 | $10,707 +2% | $781,576 +2% |
| 2018 | $10,493 -0.2% | $766,251 +2% |
| 2017 | $10,518 | $751,228 +2% |
| 2016 | $10,518 +9.1% | $736,499 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $9,645 +0.4% | $725,438 +2% |
| 2014 | $9,601 | $711,229 +21.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $586,000 -3.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $607,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $607,000 -10.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $675,443 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $677,049 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $663,775 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $650,760 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $638,000 +38.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $462,000 +6996.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $6,510 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $6,383 +2% |
| 2001 | $155 | $6,258 |
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Est. payment
$8,338/mo
Principal & interest
$6521
Property taxes
$1267
HOA Fees
$550
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Neighborhood: 92253
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Westside Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior HighGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 3/10Coachella Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
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