78640 Castle Pines Drive
La Quinta, CA 92253
Listing broker / agent: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties · Bryan Boomershine · CRMLS
MLS # 26102128PS · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 07:58 UTC
About this property
A RARE OPPORTUNITY IN LA QUINTA FAIRWAYS. Exceptional Privacy. Panoramic Mountain & Golf Course Views | Expansive 16,000 Sq. Ft. Lot. A truly rare opportunity in the prestigious gated community of La Quinta Fairways. This beautifully updated three-bedroom, four-bath residence with an attached guest casita is situated on an extraordinary 16,000-square-foot lot with only one neighboring home, offering a level of privacy and seclusion seldom found within a gated golf course community. With breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and fairway, the setting feels more like a private desert retreat than a home within a residential community. The expansive grounds offer exceptional possibilities for additional outdoor living spaces, a detached guest casita, or a separate entertaining pavilion, subject to HOA approval and applicable city requirements. This remarkable combination of location, lot size, privacy, and future potential makes the property an exceptionally rare offering in La Quinta Fairways.Extensively updated in 2026, the home offers a fresh, sophisticated interior with a contemporary desert aesthetic. Improvements include beautiful blonde laminate flooring throughout, a remodeled kitchen featuring quartz countertops and updated lighting, and freshly painted interiors. The bathrooms have also been thoughtfully updated with new flooring, contemporary vanities with quartz countertops, stylish mirrors, and modern lighting.The open-concept floor plan is designed for both comfortable everyday living and entertaining. A spacious living room features a striking fireplace accented with beautiful porcelain tile, while dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows showcase spectacular mountain and fairway views. The adjoining dining area and abundant natural light create a bright, inviting atmosphere throughout the main living spaces. The generous primary suite features an upgraded closet with a custom organization system, while the attached casita provides private accommodations for guests, family, or extended stays. Outdoor living is equally impressive. A secluded front courtyard just off the kitchen provides an intimate setting for alfresco dining, morning coffee, or evening gatherings. The expansive rear grounds feature a saltwater pool and spa overlooking the ninth hole of the Dunes Golf Course, part of the prestigious PGA WEST golf collection with sweeping mountain views creating a stunning backdrop. The golf course operates independently of the La Quinta Fairways community.Additional features include a spacious two-car garage with extra storage and room for a golf cart.Ideally located within the gated community of La Quinta Fairways, residents enjoy low HOA fees and convenient access to world-class golf, shopping, dining, and the many attractions of La Quinta.
Property details
- MLS number
- 26102128PS
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 3 Baths
- Living area
- 2,461 (area; units unconfirmed)
- Lot size
- 0.37 acres
- County
- Riverside
- Year built
- 1998
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 4
Building
- Year built
- 1998
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Construction
- Stucco
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 3
- Half bathrooms
- 0
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 0
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Living Room, Dining Room
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Dryer
- Interior features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan
- Flooring
- Laminate
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Dual
- Fireplace
- Gas, Gas Starter
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Furnishing
- Unfurnished
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Carport spaces
- 0
- Parking
- Door Multi, Garage
- Pool
- Heated, In Ground, Private, Salt Water
- Spa
- In Ground, Private
- Patio / porch
- Covered
- Property outlook
- Golf Course, Mountains
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $488.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
- Additional fee frequency
- Monthly
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harry S. Truman Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · La Quinta | K–5 | 0.4 mi |
| La Quinta Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · La Quinta | 6–8 | 0.5 mi |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · La Quinta | K–5 | 0.8 mi |
| La Quinta High (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · La Quinta | 9–12 | 2.2 mi |
| Mountain Vista Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Coachella Valley Unified · Indio | K–6 | 2.7 mi |
| Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Indio | K–5 | 2.8 mi |
| John Glenn Middle School of International Studies (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Indio | 6–8 | 2.8 mi |
| James Madison Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Indio | K–5 | 3.1 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $1,195,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,195,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2026 22:19 | $1,195,000 |
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