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$425,000

47815 Dancing Butterfly

La Quinta, CA 92253

Active

3

Beds

2

Baths

1,337

Sq. Ft.

2007

Year Built

Riverside

County

SingleFamilyResidence

Property Type

About this home

PREMIUM LA QUINTA LIVING APPROXIMATELY $335,000 EFFECTIVE PURCHASE PRICE! PRIVATE CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION, WALK TO POOL & CLUBHOUSE. GATED 55+ COMMUNITY: Welcome to Watercolors, a secure gated, age- and income-qualified 55+ community designed for comfortable, low-maintenance living. Located on a peaceful cul-de-sac and just a short walk to the community pool, spa, and clubhouse, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,337 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and an open-concept layout create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The spacious living area is anchored by a charming fireplace that serves as the heart of the home. The kitchen features ample cabinetry, generous counter space, and a breakfast bar that opens to the dining and living areas. The primary suite offers a walk-in closet and ensuite bath with dual vanities and a walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or hobbies. A large sliding glass door opens to an oversized covered patio, creating an ideal space for outdoor dining and relaxation. The indoor laundry room is conveniently located adjacent to the attached 2 car garage. Notable features include new tinted windows in the two rear bedrooms & guest bathroom, shutters throughout the home, and espresso-colored Solar Levelor blinds in the rear bedrooms that help keep the afternoon heat at bay. Additional enhancements include a code-compliant heating and A/C system with integrated air purification, a water heater installed in 2024, new interior plumbing lines in 2024, rain gutters, decorative landscape rock, & a whole-house surge protector. Life at Watercolors offers the ease of low-maintenance living within a secure gated community featuring beautifully maintained grounds, a clubhouse, pool, spa, & opportunities to connect with neighbors and friends. COMMUNITY QUALIFICATIONS: Watercolors is a moderate-income housing community. Owner occupancy is required. No investors, rentals, or all-cash purchases permitted. AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRAM: The purchase price is $425,000 (or the final negotiated price) and includes a $90,000 silent second mortgage through the La Quinta Housing Authority. Riverside County household income limits apply: 1 person $62,651-$87,300; 2 persons $71,601-$99,750; 3 persons $80,551-$112,250; 4 persons $89,501-$124,700. Buyers must meet all LQHA requirements.

Listed by XIO SANDOVAL · DRE #01308913 · ehomes
MLS #1173534393
ListedJun 7, 2026

Property Details

Architecture

Stories1
StyleSpanish, Traditional
Total Units1
RoofShingle, Spanish Tile
Garage Spaces2
PoolN/A
SpaAssociation, Community

Features & Amenities

Interior FeaturesBreakfast Bar, Ceiling Fans, All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary
Exterior FeaturesBarbecue, Rain Gutters
FlooringCarpet, Tile
CoolingCentral Air
HeatingCentral
FireplaceLiving Room
LaundryLaundry Room
Parking FeaturesDirect Access, Garage Faces Front, Garage
Parking Total4
Patio & PorchConcrete, Open, Patio, Porch
Entry Level4
Entry Locationground level
Common WallsNo Common Walls

Property Features

Lot Size0.09 ac
Lot FeaturesZero To One Unit Acre, Close To Clubhouse, Cul De Sac, Drip Irrigation Bubblers, Landscaped, Near Park, Yard
ViewMountains, Neighborhood, Peek ABoo
DirectionsDune palms south to 48tth turn right(west) to the Watercolors entry gate on right side. Once in gate turn left, Cool Reflection turns into Dancing Butterfly. Cross Street: North of 48th and West of Dune Palms.

Community

Area313 - La Quinta South of HWY 111
School DistrictPalm Springs Unified

Tax & Financial

TermsCash To Existing Loan, Cal Vet Loan, FHA, Va Loan
Land LeaseNo
HOA NameWatercolors at La Quinta
HOA Fee$316 / Monthly

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Mortgage Estimate

$2,262/mo

20% down · 7% APR · 30-yr fixed

Estimate only. Does not include taxes, insurance, or HOA.

CRMLSLast updated: October 21, 2026 at 3:15 PM

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