Nestled in the Heart of Starlight Dunes this 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home with Pool and Spa is priced to sell. Home offers very Beautiful and Mature Green Landscape and huge Fruit Trees in the front and back. Open Floorplan but yet a Nice Big Kitchen which is tucked away and Private. Tiled Floors throughout the entire home. This home is located in N La Quinta and walking distance from all IB (International Baccalaureate) Schools, rated The Best in the Coachella Valley!
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
9,583 sq ftLot Size
$304Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Lucas Coronel•DRE #01327183• Hacienda Agency, Inc.
•760-831-2008 (agent)
•lucas@haciendaagencyinc.com (agent)
Bought with Roman Salem•DRE #02145427• eXp Realty Of Southern California Inc
Perched on a beautifully landscaped corner lot in the coveted community of Starlight Dunes, this 2,084 square foot home offers elegant finishes, spacious living spaces, tiled floors throughout, focal stacked stone fireplace, relaxing lap pool and spa with newer equipment, and more! Entertainer's kitchen with ample counter space including large island. Expansive owner's suite boasts incredible backyard and mountain views, a large walk-in closet, and spa-like attached bath. Complete with a newer heating & air system, and a whole house water filtration system. Simply minutes from lovely Old Town La Quinta and notable Indian Wells Tennis Gardens; host of the BNP Paribas Open!
GPSMLS #21472347
Jun 7, 2013
Sold
$299,900
$144/sq ft
Apr 25, 2013
Pending
—
Apr 10, 2013
Price Changed
$299,900
$144/sq ft
Mar 21, 2013
Price Changed
$309,500
$149/sq ft
Mar 13, 2013
Listed
$314,900
$151/sq ft
+10
Standard Sale! Starlight Dunes is a lovely gated development of approximately 146 homes located on the corner of Fred Waring Drive and Adams Street in North La Quinta. Just minutes from Old Town La Quinta, and the world famous Indian Wells Tennis Gardens; host of the BNP Paribas Open. This beautiful 2,084 square foot home is light and bright with unique architecture that separates the living room from the family room. The home includes 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, dining room, family room, a sparkling lap pool and spa, and a spacious living room with a stack stone fireplace. Enjoy cooking and entertaining in the large kitchen that includes an island for additional food preparation space. The master bedroom is expansive featuring a large walk-in closet and large master bathroom. Additionally, the master suite offers a great view of the backyard pool and surrounding mountain vistas. Bonus features of this gorgeous home include indoor laundry facilities and a 2 car attached garage.
GPSMLS #21109953
Jun 30, 2001
Listed
$289,000
$139/sq ft
GPSMLS #2929363
May 31, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Feb 27, 2001
Listed
$292,000
$140/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 15, 2000
Sold
$260,000
$125/sq ft
GPSMLS #2916859
Jul 18, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Apr 7, 2000
Listed
$269,900
$130/sq ft
Public Records
May 23, 1990
Sold
$232,500
$112/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,760 (+41.7%)
$143,750 + $431,250
$575,000
2024
$5,476 (+2.9%)
$143,750 + $431,250
$575,000
2023
$5,321 (+3.3%)
$98,134 + $294,411
$392,545
2022
$5,149 (+2.5%)
$96,210 + $288,639
$384,849
2021
$5,022 (+1.8%)
$94,324 + $282,980
$377,304
2020
$4,931 (+2.1%)
$92,475 + $277,432
$369,907
2019
$4,832 (+2.2%)
$91,527 + $274,588
$366,115
2018
$4,729 (+7.3%)
$89,733 + $269,204
$358,937
2017
$4,406 (+2.1%)
$79,574 + $238,731
$318,305
2016
$4,315 (−0.3%)
$79,574 + $238,731
$318,305
2015
$4,328 (+1.6%)
$78,014 + $234,050
$312,064
2014
$4,260 (−3.0%)
$75,340 + $226,021
$301,361
2013
$4,391 (+10.0%)
$75,340 + $226,021
$301,361
2012
$3,991 (+2.7%)
$80,000 + $240,000
$320,000
2011
$3,887 (−10.1%)
$73,000 + $219,000
$292,000
2010
$4,323 (+3.2%)
$71,000 + $212,000
$283,000
2009
$4,188 (+5.2%)
$80,681 + $242,052
$322,733
2008
$3,979
$80,874 + $242,628
$323,502
Tax history for 78870 Aurora Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,760 (+41.7%)
$143,750 + $431,250
$575,000
2024
$5,476 (+2.9%)
$143,750 + $431,250
$575,000
2023
$5,321 (+3.3%)
$98,134 + $294,411
$392,545
2022
$5,149 (+2.5%)
$96,210 + $288,639
$384,849
2021
$5,022 (+1.8%)
$94,324 + $282,980
$377,304
2020
$4,931 (+2.1%)
$92,475 + $277,432
$369,907
2019
$4,832 (+2.2%)
$91,527 + $274,588
$366,115
2018
$4,729 (+7.3%)
$89,733 + $269,204
$358,937
2017
$4,406 (+2.1%)
$79,574 + $238,731
$318,305
2016
$4,315 (−0.3%)
$79,574 + $238,731
$318,305
2015
$4,328 (+1.6%)
$78,014 + $234,050
$312,064
2014
$4,260 (−3.0%)
$75,340 + $226,021
$301,361
2013
$4,391 (+10.0%)
$75,340 + $226,021
$301,361
2012
$3,991 (+2.7%)
$80,000 + $240,000
$320,000
2011
$3,887 (−10.1%)
$73,000 + $219,000
$292,000
2010
$4,323 (+3.2%)
$71,000 + $212,000
$283,000
2009
$4,188 (+5.2%)
$80,681 + $242,052
$322,733
2008
$3,979
$80,874 + $242,628
$323,502
*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
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,583 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
2,084
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
609480009
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
Property details
Parking
Parking and Garage Information
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking: Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Has Garage
Garage Description: Attached
Total Covered Spaces: 2
Total Garage Spaces: 2
Total Uncovered/Assigned Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 2
Room Information
Rooms: Dining Area, Family Room
Interior Features
Furnished: Partially Furnished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace(s)
Total Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas
Fireplace Location: Family Room
Flooring
Tile
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s), Forced Air
Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Central Air
Exterior
Building Information
Building # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Levels: One
Exterior Features
Security Safety: Community, Gated Community
Has Sprinklers
Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Location: Private
Pool Description: In Ground, Private
Pool Construction: In Ground
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Spa/Hot Tub Description: Hot Tub, Private
Spa/Hot Tub Construction: Hot Tub, In Ground
Land Information
Land Type: Fee
Land Type: Fee Simple
Irrigation: Sprinkler System
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Property Features
Sq Ft Source: Assessor
View: Has View
View Type: Mountain(s)
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached/Detached: Detached
Utilities
Utilities Information
PUD Y/N: Yes
Sewer: In, Connected and Paid
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Information: Association Fee 1: 160.00
Yes
Association 1 Frequency: Monthly
Total Monthly Association Fees: 160.00
Association Amenities: Controlled Access, Other
Association Pet Rules: Assoc Pet Rules
Location Information
Directions: Go east on Fred Waring, take a left on Galaxy Drive, then take a right on Aurora Way.
Cross Streets: Galaxy Drive
Community Information
Senior Community
Gated Community: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,084
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: 1991
County: Riverside County
APN: 609480009
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: None
Listing Information
Exclusions of Sale: Furnishings and Accessories
Listing Terms: Other
Sale Type: Standard
Short Term Rentals: No
Will Consider Lease: No
Around this home
Schools
Gerald R. Ford Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
2/10
La Quinta High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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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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
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Estimated sale price
$602,000 – $729,000
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