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$29,950,000
76 Days On Site

81345 Avenue 54
La Quinta, CA 92253

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
13
Beds
11
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
10,685
SqFt
$2,803
/SqFt
1986
Built
Subdivision:
Not in a Development
County:
Riverside
Listed by Zach Goldsmith of The Agency [email protected]

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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.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$29,950,000
Days On Site 
76 Days
Bedrooms 
13
Inside Area (SqFt) 
10,685 sqft
Total Baths 
12
Full Baths 
11
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
40 Acres
Year Built 
1986
MLS® Number 
25495789
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
a week agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
3 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
40
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
6
Number Of Stories 
1
Parking 
Driveway
Parking Spaces 
20
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Total 
10685
Stories 
One
Style 
SeeRemarks
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherDisposalRefrigeratorDryerWasher
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Great RoomOutside
Heating 
Central
Interior 
Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features 
Laundry Room
Spa 
Yes
Den 
EntryFoyer 
Family Room 
Great Room 
Living Room 
Other 
Features - Walk-In Closet(s)
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Exterior Features
Exterior 
Barbecue
Other Structures 
Guest House
Pool Features 
In Ground
Spa 
Yes
Spa Features 
In Ground
View 
LakeMountain(s)Panoramic
Waterview 
LakeMountain(s)Panoramic
Community Features
MLS Area 
313 - La Quinta South of HWY 111


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