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47815 Dancing Butterfly, La Quinta, CAVideo Tour of 47815 Dancing Butterfly, La Quinta, CA.
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 be pre-approved through La Quinta Housing Authority & meet all program requirements.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 47815 Dancing Butterfly
General
- Price: $425,000
- HOA FEE: $316/month
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: MB26124080
- Updated: 8/13/2026
- Days on Market: 36 days
- Added to Site: 68 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Laundry, All Bedrooms Down, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Great Room, Living Room, Primary Bathroom
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar
- Appliances: Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Individual Room, Washer Included, Dryer Included
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Spa/Hot Tub, Water, Cable TV, Pool, Outdoor Cooking Area, Controlled Access, Clubhouse, Maintenance Grounds, Pets Permitted, Trash, Utilities, Recreation Room, Sewer
- Pool Description: In-Ground, Community
- Spa Description: Association, Community
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Concrete, Porch, Open Patio, Patio, Slab
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Garage (Direct Access), Garage Faces Front
Location
- County: Riverside
- Subdivision: Watercolors (31371)
- Driving Directions: Dune 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.
School Information
- School District: Palm Springs Unified
Community
- Community Features: Golf, Biking, Dog Park, Hiking, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Assoc. Name: Desert Resort Management
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional, Spanish
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Construction: Plaster, Frame, Block, Asphalt, Glass
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Spanish Tile, Shingle
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Windows: Shutters, Solar Tinted Windows
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Disability Access: Parking
- Entry Location: ground level
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 1,337
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 2007
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Turnkey
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Peek-a-Boo
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,920
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
- Lot Description: Cul-de-Sac, Landscaped, 0-1 Unit/Acre, Park Nearby, Close to Clubhouse, Drip Sprinkler System, Yard
- Fencing (Description): Block
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $317.88
- Association Fee: $316
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Inclusions: All appliances & living room TV and the patio BBQ grill.
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Schools
Schools serving 47815 Dancing Butterfly
School District:Desert Sands Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Harry S. Truman Elementary School 78-870 Ave. 50, La Quinta, CA 92253 | K-5 | 1.1 mi |
La Quinta Middle School 78-900 Ave. 50, La Quinta, CA 92253 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
La Quinta High School, La Quinta, CA 79-255 Blackhawk Way, La Quinta, CA 92253 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 47815 Dancing Butterfly
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/07/2026
Listed
$425,000
112.5%
MLS
1/09/2018
Sold
$200,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 47815 Dancing Butterfly
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,496
—
$232,111
2%
2025
$3,496
-1%
$227,560
2%
2024
$3,540
8%
$223,099
2%
2023
$3,277
4%
$218,726
2%
2022
$3,145
3%
$214,438
2%
2021
$3,057
2%
$210,235
1%
2020
$3,004
2%
$208,080
2%
2019
$2,942
12%
$204,000
13%
2018
$2,632
10%
$180,000
12%
2017
$2,400
5%
$160,000
7%
2016
$2,283
-1%
$150,000
—
2015
$2,313
-4%
$150,000
-4%
2014
$2,401
-6%
$157,000
-8%
2013
$2,554
—
$170,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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47815 Dancing Butterfly, La Quinta, CA 92253 (MLS# MB26124080) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 47815 Dancing Butterfly is currently listed for $425,000 and was received on June 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 47815 Dancing Butterfly? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in La Quinta? You can browse all La Quinta real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

