78870 Meridian Way

La Quinta, CA 92253

$799,999
Price
4
Beds
3,380 Sq. Ft.
$237 / Sq. Ft.
3,380
Sq. Ft.
$237
per Sq. Ft.
Open: 2/1 12:00PM - 02:00PM
Open: 2/1 12:00PM - 02:00PM
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Description

Finally the REALLY SPACIOUS Family home in North La Quinta you have been waiting for - one of only 4 - built in the beautiful gated Community of Starlight Dunes. Approximately 3400 sq ft of luxury - 4 bedrooms, 3 baths - formal living room with fireplace and vaulted ceilings - formal dining room with circular fixed pane window to bring in Eastern light - kitchen - family room with walls of cabinetry and glass corner to corner windows. The family room is large enough for any size football or pool...Finally the REALLY SPACIOUS Family home in North La Quinta you have been waiting for - one of only 4 - built in the beautiful gated Community of Starlight Dunes. Approximately 3400 sq ft of luxury - 4 bedrooms, 3 baths - formal living room with fireplace and vaulted ceilings - formal dining room with circular fixed pane window to bring in Eastern light - kitchen - family room with walls of cabinetry and glass corner to corner windows. The family room is large enough for any size football or pool party. The kitchen island can also seat at least 6. If your family can't decide on which TV channel to watch or where to hold the party , there is a 22 X 24 bonus room upstairs with wine refrigerator, frig., sink and bar.! Adjacent to the bonus room is 2 bedrooms and one bath for family members that prefer their own separate space. The primary has walk-in closet with built in safe and spa tub in the light and bright bath . The 4th bedroom and 3rd bath are also on the first floor. The finished 3 car garage has direct access to the home with walk-in door to the backyard. You can appreciate the 11,300 sq. ft lot as you step onto the giant patio with waterfall pool and spa set perfectly in the sunny corner. Tired of squeezing into small spaces- THIS IS IT ! Come see for yourself
  1. Listed by Candice Johnston • DRE #00475083 • Rosenthal & Associates

Property Details for 78870 Meridian Way

Architectural Style
Mediterranean
Subdivision Name
Starlight Dunes
Carport Spaces
.00
Garage Spaces
3.00
View
Mountain(s)
Furnished
Unfurnished
Cross Street
Fred Waring

Open Houses

Sunday, Feb 1st

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Public

LISTING UPDATED: 01/29/2026 08:35 AM

Property Details for 78870 Meridian Way

StatusActive
MLS #219141808
Days on Market9
Taxes-
HOA Fees$160
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1998
Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,326 SF
CountyRiverside County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Rosenthal & Associates, Candice Johnston, DRE #00475083
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Building Information for 78870 Meridian Way

Stories2Year Built1998Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,326 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,713 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,899

Property Taxes

$654

HOA Dues

$160

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Property Information for 78870 Meridian Way

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Assessor
  • Community Features: Street Lighting
  • City: La Quinta
  • Country: US
  • Directions: gate on Fred waring just east of Washington Cross Street: Fred Waring.
  • Levels: Two
  • Area: 308 - La Quinta No of HWY 111
  • Postal Code Plus4: 4977
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unparsed Address: 78870 Meridian Way, La Quinta, CA 92253
  • Walk Score: 0
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Total Covered Spaces, Side By Side, Total Uncovered/Assigned Spaces
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Amenities: Controlled Access, Lake or Pond, Management
  • Association Fee Includes: Security
  • AssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee: $160.00
  • Association Name: Starlight Dunes
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  • Videos Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Lot Size Area: 11,326.00
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Parcel Number: 609480054
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Count: 0
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Garage
  • Sewer: In Connected and Paid
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Water District
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Fencing: Block
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Private, Waterfall
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Pool: Yes
  • Roof: Tile
  • Security Features: Card/Code Access, Gated Community
  • Spa Features: Heated, Private, In Ground
  • Spa: Yes
  • Stories Total: 2
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Vented Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Dishwasher
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Double Door Entry
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Heating: Central, Zoned, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Suite, Walk In Closet, Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Living Area: 3,380.00
  • View: Yes
  • Window Features: Shutters
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Special Listing Conditions: Standard

Property History for 78870 Meridian Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 21, 2026

Withdrawn / Cancelled

GPSMLS #219141742

$799,999—
Jan 21, 2026

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #219141742DA

$799,999—
Jan 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #219141808DA

$799,999—
Jan 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

GPSMLS #219141742

$599,999—
Jan 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

GPSMLS #219141808

$799,999—
Jan 20, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #219141742DA

$599,999—
Mar 7, 2001

Sold

GPSMLS #2922440

$380,000—
Oct 11, 2000

Pending

GPSMLS #2922440

—
Sep 14, 2000

Listed (Active)

GPSMLS #2922440

$395,000—
Sep 25, 1998

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #13468332

$305,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/21/2026

Withdrawn / Cancelled

GPSMLS #219141742

$799,999
01/21/2026

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #219141742DA

$799,999
01/21/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #219141808DA

$799,999
01/21/2026

Listed (Active)

GPSMLS #219141742

$599,999
01/21/2026

Listed (Active)

GPSMLS #219141808

$799,999
01/20/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #219141742DA

$599,999
03/07/2001

Sold

GPSMLS #2922440

$380,000
10/11/2000

Pending

GPSMLS #2922440

—
09/14/2000

Listed (Active)

GPSMLS #2922440

$395,000
09/25/1998

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #13468332

$305,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 78870 Meridian Way

Taxable ValueLand$150,671Additions$421,906Total$572,577
Tax Record2025$7,843 ($654 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,380 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,380 SqFtStories2Lot Size11,325 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1998Year Renovated1999CountyRIVERSIDEAPN609-480-054Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 78870 Meridian Way

This home is within Desert Sands Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Gerald R. Ford Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
La Quinta High School
Public - 9 to 12
Horizon School
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Gerald R. Ford Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School
Public6 to 8

La Quinta High School
Public9 to 12

Horizon School
PublicK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 78870 Meridian Way, La Quinta, CA 92253

78870 Meridian Way is a single family home for sale in La Quinta, CA 92253. This property was listed for sale on January 21, 2026 by Rosenthal & Associates, it's currently listed at $799,999. It has been on the market for a total of 9 days and was last sold on March 7, 2001. This listing's school district is Desert Sands Unified School District. Nearby schools include Gerald R. Ford Elementary School, Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School and La Quinta High School. 78870 Meridian Way is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 3,380 sqft single family home built in 1998.

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Listing Courtesy of Rosenthal & Associates, Candice Johnston, DRE #00475083

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