Homes for sale - 81345 Avenue 54, La Quinta, CA 92253

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Jaret & Kristi Ghent

ghentteam@gmail.com +1(808) 864-5942

$29,950,000

Est. payment - /mo

13 Beds

11.5 Baths

10,685 SqFt

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02/15/2025 02:46 PM

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 10,685 sqft

Price per Sqft $2,802

MLS Listing ID CL25495789

Bedrooms 13

Full Baths 11

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1986

Lot Size 40.000 Acres

Acres 40.0

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

The "Gem of the Desert", set on 40 acres in the heart of La Quinta, surrounded by picturesque mountains and endless views lies the legendary, Merv Griffin Estate. Trailblazing interior designer Waldo Fernandez masterfully showcases a seamless blend of Moroccan elegance with modern California influences. With a vision imagined by the legendary television entrepreneur Merv Griffin, this is a rare opportunity to own an iconic estate, with multiple residential structures totaling 13 beds and 12 baths. This expansive property is a true compound, featuring 7 distinct structures, the crown jewel of which is the magnificent 5,409-SF main residence. A majestic mountain backdrop frames the estate, providing panoramic vistas of the surrounding landscape, including the tranquil 2.5 acre lake and sprawling orchard. The property is home to world-class equestrian facilities including a 16-stall barn and thoroughbred horse racing track. Experience self-sufficiency with a highly productive potable well (water rights owned) that services all water needs across the property. Located across the street from the prestigious Madison Club and Empire Polo Fields, with close proximity to world class dining and shopping, just two hours from Los Angeles in one of the deserts most prestigious settings.

Location

State CA

County Riverside

Rooms

Other Rooms Guest House

Interior

Interior Features Den, Family Room

Heating Central

Cooling Central Air

Fireplaces Type Other

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator

Laundry Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer

Exterior

Garage Spaces 6.0

Pool In Ground, Spa

View Y/N true

View Lake, Mountain(s), Panoramic

Total Parking Spaces 20

Private Pool false

Building

Story 1

Architectural Style See Remarks

Level or Stories One Story

New Construction No

Others

Tax ID 780130002

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81345 Avenue 54 La Quinta, CA 92253