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52426 Avenida Mendoza

La Quinta, CA 92253
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Bed 3

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Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,954

Sqft

SqFt10,019

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Historic Cove Compound on Rare Oversized Lot | Built 1948Step into a piece of early La Quinta history. Originally built in 1948, this reimagined desert retreat sits on an oversized lot in the heart of the La Quinta Cove and offers a level of space, privacy, and character rarely found today.Expanded over time into a true compound-style property, the home blends vintage charm with modern livability across approximately 2,000 square feet. Inside, natural light fills the open living spaces, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that defines the desert lifestyle.The expansive lot sets this property apart, offering multiple outdoor living areas, room to entertain, and the kind of privacy today's buyers crave. Whether enjoying quiet mornings with mountain views or hosting under the desert sky, this home delivers a lifestyle experience beyond the typical Cove property.Located just minutes from hiking and biking trails, Old Town La Quinta, dining, and shopping, this is a rare opportunity to own one of the Cove's earlier homes thoughtfully evolved for modern living.Ideal as a full-time residence, second home, or legacy investment in one of La Quinta's most iconic neighborhoods.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $779,000

AD Id : 76652790

MLS Id : 219145457DA

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 10,019 Sqft

Living Area Size : 1,954

Year Built : 1948

County : Riverside

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedrooms: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 0
  • Interior Features

    Property Appliances: Dishwasher,Gas Oven,Gas Range,Refrigerator Flooring: Tile
  • Cooling Features

    Central Air Air Conditioning

    Heating Source

    Central Has Heating

    Fireplace

    Has Fireplace: 0

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1948
  • Security Features

    Security Gate
  • Pool Features

    In Ground,Pebble

  • Lot Details

    Lot Dimensions Source: Vendor Enhanced Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Size Source: Other Lot Size Square Feet: 10019

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price: 779,000 Listing Contract Date: 2026-03-25
  • Lease Information

    Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 773273025

  • Garage and Parking

    Garage Description: Boat,Oversized

    Homeowners Association

  • Other Property Info

    Source Listing Status: Active Source Neighborhood: 313 - La Quinta South of HWY 111 Postal Code Plus 4: 3244 Directions: Use GPS Cross Street: Calle Ensenada & Avenida Mendoza. Source Property Type: Residential Area: 313 - La Quinta South of HWY 111 Property SubType: Single Family Residence
  • Building and Construction

    Property Age: 78 Structure Type: Single Family Residence Year Built Source: See Remarks Total Square Feet Living: 1954 Property Attached: Yes Levels or Stories: One Building Total Stories: 1
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/10/2026 @ 03:52

MLS: 219145457DA LISTED BY: Jeffrey Fishbein, Coldwell Banker Realty 760-345-2527 SOURCE: CRMLS

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