36 Merill Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260 - Photo 1

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$1,255,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
4 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
3,515 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Welcome to desert living at its finest inside the guard-gated community of Montecito in Palm Desert, CA. This contemporary custom-built 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom residence offers 3,515 sq ft of living space on a generous 11,761 sq ft lot. Designed for both comfort and elegance, the open-concept floor plan is accentuated by high ceilings, abundant natural light, tile floors in the main living space and custom finishes throughout. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring a Sub-Zero refrigerator, a built-in warming drawer, sleek stone countertops and custom cabinetry. Step outside into a resort-style backyard oasis with a sparkling waterfall pool and spa, lush landscaping and ample space for outdoor entertainment; including a built-in BBQ and space for an icemaker, a built-in Bose sound system, built-in misters, outdoor fans and a custom putting green. With a stairway up to the roof, you have endless views and find the owned 59 solar panels. Enjoy breathtaking desert scenery, sunset views and the ultimate privacy in one of Palm Desert's most sought-after gated communities. With sensational views of the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto mountain ranges, this premier estate backs up to the Desert Willow Golf Resort, a premier golf course, and offers easy access to walking trails just beyond your fence.Additional highlights of this custom home include an indoor firepit with an amazing custom stainless steel hood, 10' high custom solid wood interior doors, a VacuFlo central vacuum system, a bar area equipped with an icemaker and wine fridge, as well as 2 NEW Goodman HVAC units and an RV height garage space. Conveniently located only 2 miles from I-10 off Cook Street, near the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa, and less than 1 mile from Ralph's shopping center offering a range of restaurants, coffee shops, a pharmacy, a dry cleaner and a nail salon, this exceptional home is perfect for full-time residents, vacationers, or investors seeking luxury and convenience. Currently, this home is turn-key ready but can be sold unfurnished.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 36 Merill Dr

General

Sold For: $1,255,000
HOA FEE: $270/month
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: Desert_Area_Palm_Springs
MLS ID: 219133580
Added to Site: 165 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Dining Room, Bar, Walk-In Pantry, Great Room, Family Room, Entry
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Family Room, Great Room, Gas
Furnished: Yes
Furnishings: Turnkey
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 5
Full Bathrooms: 4
Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4

Additional Information

Shared Amenities: Other
Pool: Yes
Pool Description: Heated, Private, In Ground, Heated, Private, In Ground, Private
Spa: Yes
Spa Description: In Ground, Heated, Private, Heated - Gas
Security/Safety: Gated Community, Security System Owned, Pre-Wired for Alarm System

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking: RV Access/Parking, On Street, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Garage Description: Attached

Location

Area: 322 - Palm Desert North
County: Riverside
Subdivision: Montecito Homes
Cross Streets: Cook Street and Covington Drive

Community

Gated community: Yes
Association: Yes

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating Type: Fireplace(s), Forced Air

Utilities

Sewer: Assessments

Structural Information

Sprinklers: Yes
Stories/Levels: 2
Square Feet: 3,515
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Year Built: 2001
Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 11,761
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Irrigation System: Drip System, Sprinkler Timer

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $380
Association Fee: Yes
Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
Assoc Fee /Month: $270
Terms: Conventional, Contract, VA Loan, FHA, Cash to New Loan, Cash

Disclosures and Reports

APN: 620361062

Listed by Johnson Commercial Real Estate, Inc., Rachel B Markovitz
Sold by Taylor Crary and Sara Collins

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Schools

Schools serving 36 Merill Dr

School District:Desert Sands Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
James Earl Carter Elementary School 74-251 Hovley Ln. E., Palm Desert, CA 92260	K-5	1.6 mi
Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School 43-495 Palm Royale Dr., La Quinta, CA 92253	6-8	4.2 mi
Palm Desert High School 74-910 Aztec Rd., Palm Desert, CA 92260	9-12	2.4 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 36 Merill Dr

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

10/06/2025

Sold

$1,255,000

-6.27%

MLS

8/04/2025

Listed

$1,339,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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36 Merill Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260 (MLS# 219133580) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,255,000 on October 06, 2025. Want to learn more about 36 Merill Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Palm Desert? You can browse all Palm Desert real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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