
78910 Zenith Way, La Quinta, CA 92253
78910 Zenith Way, La Quinta, CA 92253
Property Description
Entertainer's paradise in the gated Starlight Dunes community! This home features a unique custom cave/grotto pool and spa with a waterfall, a standout centerpiece for desert outdoor living. The private backyard retreat includes a covered BBQ island with cooktop and mini-fridge, an expansive covered side patio for lounging, and lush landscaping. Inside, enjoy three distinct living areas: a formal living room, a family room open to the kitchen, and a spacious upstairs loft. The kitchen features granite countertops, a center island, white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a bright breakfast nook. The primary suite includes a bonus sitting area/office, walk-in closet, dual vanities, soaking tub, and direct pool access. Updated guest baths showcase custom shiplap details and a spa-like travertine shower with pebble flooring. Situated on an expansive lot serviced by low-cost IID electric. Furnishings negotiable for a turnkey desert move-in. Private, spacious, and built for indoor-outdoor living!
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About Starlight Dunes
This property is located in Starlight Dunes, a community in La Quinta. Explore more listings in this neighborhood to compare options and pricing.
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Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
Starlight Dunes · La Quinta · Single Family Residence
Listed 40.1% below the median closed sale of $1,400,000. Price per sqft ($250) is a 39% discount to closed comps ($409). Expect a longer timeline — comps averaged 165 days on market. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.
Price Position
Priced below the market — value advantage over the field.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78707 Torino Drive | La Quinta | 1998 | 4 | 3 | 2,730 | 8,712 | $256 | $700,000 | 148 | 60 |
| 81804 Mission Palms Drive | La Quinta | 2026 | 4 | 3 | 3,003 | 8,165 | $251 | $752,324 | 127 | 60 |
| 47380 Via Cordova | La Quinta | 1999 | 3 | 3 | 2,835 | 9,148 | $561 | $1.59M | 353 | 59 |
| 58460 Aracena | La Quinta | 2006 | 4 | 5 | 3,177 | 10,019 | $692 | $2.20M | 137 | 59 |
| 49930 Patti Court | La Quinta | 2006 | 3 | 3 | 2,485 | 9,148 | $312 | $775,000 | 120 | 58 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.6 | 3.4 | 2,846 | 9,038.4 | $414.4 | $1.20M | 177 | |||
| Median | 2,835 | $775,000 | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43660 Pisces Court | La Quinta | 2000 | 09/11/2026 | 3 | 3 | 2,462 | 10,454 | $725,000 | $715,000 | $290 | 0.99 | 56 | 81 |
| 47410 Via Cordova | La Quinta | 1998 | 09/11/2026 | 4 | 4 | 3,390 | 9,583 | $1.63M | $1.60M | $472 | 0.98 | 240 | 63 |
| 81687 Desert Willow | La Quinta | 2004 | 10/02/2026 | 4 | 4 | 2,726 | 9,583 | $1.05M | $1.00M | $367 | 0.95 | 314 | 60 |
| 57211 Medinah | La Quinta | 2000 | 09/28/2026 | 4 | 5 | 3,013 | 9,583 | $1.40M | $1.40M | $465 | 1.00 | 24 | 59 |
| 81655 Brown Deer Park | La Quinta | 2001 | 09/29/2026 | 4 | 4 | 3,593 | 11,326 | $1.70M | $1.63M | $452 | 0.96 | 190 | 58 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.8 | 4.0 | 3,036.8 | 10,105.8 | $1.27M | $1.27M | $409.2 | — | 164.8 | ||||
| Median | 3,013 | $1.40M | $1.40M | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.