Full of SURPRISE + DELIGHT behind the gates at Talante! BIG PRIVATE BACKYARD takes on the feel of a compound with its resort-style pool, expansive lawn, and varied entertaining areas. 4BD, 5BA + 3,252 SF. Formal living + dining rooms enjoy high beamed ceilings, handsome built-in cabinetry, clerestory windows, and dual sliders to the west-facing backyard. Mature landscaping is notable. LOVING the fire pit's prominence between the covered patio and PebbleTec saline pool + spa with waterfall. Kitchen opens to the family room + casual dining area. Built-in media wall makes a statement. Fireplace, slider door to the patio, and big picture windows make a statement. Primary Suite with sitting area, direct patio access, separate vanities, walk-in shower, soaking tub, and two walk-in closets. On the other side of the home are Junior Ensuite #2 with direct access to the backyard + private bath, Junior Ensuite #3 with views of the backyard + private bath and Junior Ensuite #4 with + private bath. Three car garage. Room for a golf cart for next door. Neighboring Rancho La Quinta Country Club speaks to Talante's stellar location within the community. This is PRIME La Quinta. So much to LOVE. Enjoy it all.
Single-familyProperty Type
2002Year Built
0.43 acresLot Size
$431Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Brady Sandahl•DRE #01416687• Keller Williams Luxury Homes
•760-656-6052 (agent)
•brady@bradysandahl.com (agent)
Bought with Karista Smith•DRE #01311385• California Lifestyle Realty
BECAUSE THE SELLER WANTS TO OPEN ESCROW NOW, THIS IS PRICED $98,500 BELOW THE LAST SALE OF THIS FLOORPLAN. Multiple entertaining areas, great separation of bedrooms, and a resort-style backyard that is perfect for large gatherings! Living room with adjacent dining room has high ceilings, built-in buffet, clerestory windows, and dual sliders that open to the large west-facing backyard with views, mature landscaping, fire pit and a Pebble-tec saline pool/spa. Kitchen opens to the family room and casual dining area that includes a fireplace, speakers, three sets of windows and a sliding door that opens to the backyard. Master Suite has retreat and private bath with two sinks, walk-in shower, soaking tub, and two walk-in closets. On the other side of the house are Junior Ensuite Two with access to the backyard and a private bath, Junior Ensuite Three with views of the backyard and a private bath and Junior Ensuite Four with tile flooring and a private bath. Three car garage!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,739 (+2.2%)
$65,025 + $1,318,707
$1,383,732
2024
$17,357 (+2.3%)
$65,025 + $1,318,707
$1,383,732
2023
$16,970 (+59.4%)
$63,750 + $1,292,850
$1,356,600
2022
$10,644 (+2.2%)
$62,500 + $1,267,500
$1,330,000
2021
$10,411 (+1.9%)
$204,973 + $614,928
$819,901
2020
$10,217 (+2.0%)
$200,955 + $602,870
$803,825
2019
$10,017 (+2.1%)
$198,895 + $596,689
$795,584
2018
$9,815 (+2.6%)
$194,996 + $584,990
$779,986
2017
$9,569 (+34.3%)
$187,425 + $562,275
$749,700
2016
$7,127 (−0.3%)
$187,425 + $562,275
$749,700
2015
$7,151 (+1.7%)
$122,340 + $429,279
$551,619
2014
$7,033 (+0.7%)
$118,144 + $414,550
$532,694
2013
$6,984 (+3.3%)
$118,144 + $414,550
$532,694
2012
$6,759 (+1.7%)
$117,611 + $412,677
$530,288
2011
$6,647 (+1.4%)
$115,305 + $404,586
$519,891
2010
$6,558 (+2.9%)
$113,045 + $396,653
$509,698
2009
$6,372 (+3.8%)
$112,201 + $393,690
$505,891
2008
$6,139
$112,468 + $394,626
$507,094
Tax history for 49475 Rancho La Merced
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,739 (+2.2%)
$65,025 + $1,318,707
$1,383,732
2024
$17,357 (+2.3%)
$65,025 + $1,318,707
$1,383,732
2023
$16,970 (+59.4%)
$63,750 + $1,292,850
$1,356,600
2022
$10,644 (+2.2%)
$62,500 + $1,267,500
$1,330,000
2021
$10,411 (+1.9%)
$204,973 + $614,928
$819,901
2020
$10,217 (+2.0%)
$200,955 + $602,870
$803,825
2019
$10,017 (+2.1%)
$198,895 + $596,689
$795,584
2018
$9,815 (+2.6%)
$194,996 + $584,990
$779,986
2017
$9,569 (+34.3%)
$187,425 + $562,275
$749,700
2016
$7,127 (−0.3%)
$187,425 + $562,275
$749,700
2015
$7,151 (+1.7%)
$122,340 + $429,279
$551,619
2014
$7,033 (+0.7%)
$118,144 + $414,550
$532,694
2013
$6,984 (+3.3%)
$118,144 + $414,550
$532,694
2012
$6,759 (+1.7%)
$117,611 + $412,677
$530,288
2011
$6,647 (+1.4%)
$115,305 + $404,586
$519,891
2010
$6,558 (+2.9%)
$113,045 + $396,653
$509,698
2009
$6,372 (+3.8%)
$112,201 + $393,690
$505,891
2008
$6,139
$112,468 + $394,626
$507,094
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
4.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.43 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
3,252
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
602280038
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
RL
Low Density Residential District
To provide for the development and preservation of low density neighborhoods 2 to 4 units per acre, except as provided in Section 9.40.020, Conditions for varying residential densities with 1 and 2 story single-family detached dwellings on large or medium size lots and; or, subject to a specific plan, projects with clustered smaller dwellings, such as 1 and 2 story single-family attached, townhome or condominium dwellings, with generous open space.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Golf related
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Oct 14, 2023 • Final
Mechanical
Install new heat pumps and a ductless mini-split system.
HVAC
Feb 22, 2002 • Final
Building, residential
New construction
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking and Garage Information
Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking: Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Garage, Side By Side
Lot Description: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Private, Street Paved, Utilities Underground, Yard
Property Features
Sq Ft Source: Assessor
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached/Detached: Detached
Property Orientation Faces: Front Door Faces East, Leisure Faces West
Utilities
Utilities Information
PUD Y/N: Yes
Sewer: In, Connected and Paid
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Information: Association Fee 1: 182.00
Yes
Association 1 Frequency: Monthly
Total Monthly Association Fees: 182.00
Association Amenities: Controlled Access, Pet Rules
Location Information
Directions: Talante is on Avenue 50 between Washington & Jefferson. Once through gate, continue on Rancho Santa Margarita. Left onto Rancho San Francisquito. Right onto Rancho La Merced. Please note: there are TWO GATES; visitors enter at Mission Drive/Orchard
Cross Streets: Rancho San Francisquito
Community Information
Gated Community: Yes
Community Features: Community Mailbox
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,252
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: 2003
County: Riverside County
APN: 602280038
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: CC & R, Homeowners Association
Listing Information
Exclusions of Sale: All personal inventory
Included in Sale: All attached appliances
Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional
Sale Type: Standard
Short Term Rentals: No
Will Consider Lease: No
Around this home
Schools
Harry S. Truman Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
La Quinta Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
4/10
La Quinta High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 114° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
La Quinta, CA • 92253
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
June and 7.4 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
11.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.33M – $1.61M
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