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$851,176$400 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $640,000 on Aug 30, 2005

78995 RIVER ROCK RD

LA QUINTA, CA 92253
4
Beds
3.3
Baths
2,130 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$851K
$797K low$905K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$640,000 · Aug 30, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,160 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$725,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$181,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$543,750
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$771,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$764,370

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyRIVERSIDE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Tile
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Harry S. Truman Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
La Quinta Middle STEM AcademyC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
H
La Quinta High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Desert Sands Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92253These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.140
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.356

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.70%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,179
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.302 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,243
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$131,613
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.20 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.68%

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How this home compares

78995 River Rock Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 85% of homes in Riverside County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Riverside County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Riverside County

What homes are worth in La Quinta 92253

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$303K$4.9M

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in La Quinta 92253.

How it measures up in La Quinta 92253

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in La Quinta 92253.

Estimated value$851,176
CheaperTypical $729,883Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$400
CheaperTypical $356Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area2,130 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,112 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 78995 River Rock Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLa Quinta 92253Riverside County
Estimated valuepricier than$851,17659% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40063% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than2,130 ft²50% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac35% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than199437% of homes54% of homes

About 78995 River Rock Rd

How much is 78995 River Rock Rd, La Quinta, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78995 River Rock Rd, La Quinta, CA is $851,176 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $796,888 to $905,464. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78995 River Rock Rd, La Quinta, CA last sell?

78995 River Rock Rd, La Quinta, CA last sold on Aug 30, 2005 for $640,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 78995 River Rock Rd, La Quinta, CA?

78995 River Rock Rd, La Quinta, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3.3 bathrooms, 2,130 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 78995 River Rock Rd, La Quinta, CA built?

78995 River Rock Rd, La Quinta, CA was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 78995 River Rock Rd, La Quinta, CA?

78995 River Rock Rd, La Quinta, CA is assigned to Harry S. Truman Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; La Quinta Middle STEM Academy (middle), rated C; La Quinta High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Desert Sands Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78995 River Rock Rd, La Quinta, CA compare to other homes in La Quinta 92253?

Among the 23,043 homes in La Quinta 92253, it is worth more than 59% of them ($851,176 against a typical $729,883), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($400 against a typical $356), it is bigger than 50% of them (2,130 ft² against a typical 2,112 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1994 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Riverside County, it is worth more than 85% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 78995 River Rock Rd, La Quinta, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 78995 River Rock Rd, La Quinta, CA was $10,160. The county assessed it at $725,000.

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