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listing_id: CRIV26188197
status: Active
price: 699000
beds: 3
baths_full: 3
baths_half: 1
sqft_living: 2144
sqft_lot: 10454
lot_acres: 
year_built: 2000
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "51520 Avenida Montezuma"
city: La Quinta
state: CA
zip: 92253
county: "Riverside County"
lat: 33.6743766
lng: -116.3138146
days_on_market: 2
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 3
list_agent: "WALID ZAFARI"
list_office: "Southland Homes"
list_agent_phone: "(714) 234-8484"
list_agent_license: 02032191
mls_source: CRMLS
modified: 2026-08-29
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Riverside County | La Quinta | 92253 | 51520 Avenida Montezuma

51520 Avenida Montezuma, La Quinta, CA 92253

MLS: CRIV26188197 | Status: Active | Price: $699,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 3 /1
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
3 3 /1 2,144 10,454 2000

Remarks

Investment opportunity in the heart of La Quinta! This Spanish-style home offers an exciting value-add opportunity for an investor looking to acquire and improve a property in one of the Coachella Valley's most sought-after destinations. Featuring mountain views, a wine cellar, and classic Spanish-style character, the home provides a unique foundation for renovation and long-term potential. Located in La Quinta Cove, the property is ideally positioned near world-class golf, the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, and the Empire Polo Club, home to major events including Coachella and Stagecoach. The area's year-round appeal, combined with significant seasonal and event-driven demand, makes this an attractive location for an investor looking to hold and capitalize on the property's potential. Bring your vision and unlock the possibilities this property has to offer. Short sale subject to lender approval. Property is being sold in its present condition and requires work. Buyer to conduct their own due diligence regarding property condition, permits, zoning, rental restrictions, short-term rental regulations, and potential uses.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # CRIV26188197
MLS Source California Regional MLS
Days on Site 2

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Primary Suite/Retreat
Fireplace Primary Bedroom
Laundry In Laundry Room
Cooling Ceiling Fan, Central Forced Air

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Pool None

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Attached Garage, Garage, Other, Garage: 3 Car(s)
Elementary District Desert Sands Unified
High School District Desert Sands Unified
HOA Fee $0

Contact Information

Listing Agent Co-Listing Agent
WALID ZAFARI Catalina Castaneda
Southland Homes Southland Homes
License #: 02032191 License #: 01886731
Phone: (714) 234-8484 Phone: –

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School public K-5 0.54 mi 6
John Adams Early Childhood Learning Center public KG,1 0.85 mi N/A
Harry S. Truman Elementary School public K-5 1.72 mi 5
La Quinta Middle School public 6-8 1.81 mi 4
La Quinta High School public 9-12 3.33 mi 7
Gerald R. Ford Elementary School public K-5 3.70 mi 9
Amelia Earhart Elementary School Of International Studies public K-5 3.83 mi 6
John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies public 6-8 3.90 mi 6
Mountain Vista Elementary School public K-6 3.98 mi 4
Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School public 6-8 4.07 mi 2
Desert Sands Adult public UG 4.09 mi N/A
Horizon School public K-12 4.16 mi 4
Summit High (Continuation) School public 10-12 4.16 mi 2
James Madison Elementary School public K-5 4.39 mi 3
James Monroe Elementary School public K-5 4.79 mi 7
Palm Desert High School public 9-12 4.84 mi 9
Indio Middle School public 6-8 4.92 mi 1

Nearby Homes

Address Price Beds Baths Sq Ft Status
53920 Avenida Martinez $790,000 4 3/1 1,870 Active
47935 via Opera $719,000 4 2/1 2,507 Active
54620 Avenida Obregon $729,000 3 2 1,925 Active
53220 Avenida Juarez $749,000 3 2/1 1,779 Active

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of August 29, 2026. For the most current information, please contact WALID ZAFARI, (714) 234-8484.