47685 Dancing Butterfly, La Quinta, CA 92253
Single-family home · 2 recorded sales since 2022
Sold May 2026
Listing Agent: Anna Andrews (DRE #01485699) · Listing Office: Compass · Contact: 949-274-0132 · Bought with: Marilyn Balchan · Epique Realty · MLS #NP26063818 · Source: CRMLS
About this single-family home
Welcome to Watercolors, one of La Quinta’s hidden gems, an inviting 55+ community designed for comfort, connection, and easy living. Situated on a quiet corner lot, this beautifully maintained single-story home offers approximately 1,337 SF of well-planned space, with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The open layout feels bright and welcoming, with high ceilings, abundant natural light, and a cozy gas fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings or hosting family and friends. The kitchen is both practical and attractive, featuring granite countertops, warm cabinetry, and a convenient breakfast counter with generous storage, ideal for everyday living without the hassle. The spacious primary suite provides a peaceful retreat, complete with a large walk-in closet and an en-suite bath with dual vanities and an easy-access walk-in shower. A second bedroom is perfect for guests, while the third offers flexibility as a home office, hobby room, or den. This home is thoughtfully equipped for comfort and convenience, including an attached 2-car garage, indoor laundry room with cabinetry, ceiling fans throughout, new remote controlled window coverings and ADA-height toilets for added ease. The upgraded HVAC system ensures year-round comfort, while the private side courtyard and covered patio create a perfect setting for quiet mornings or outdoor relaxation. Enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle with HOA dues that include cable and internet, along with access to community amenities such as a pool, spa, and clubhouse. Watercolors also offers a welcoming social atmosphere, with community breakfasts, events, and seasonal gatherings that make it easy to connect with neighbors and feel right at home. Furnishings negotiable. IMPORTANT: Watercolors is a moderate-income housing community. The property carries a $100,000 silent second with the La Quinta Housing Authority. There is no interest due or payments on the silent 2nd. Purchase price + silent second = total purchase price, $325,000 + $100,000 = $425,000. Buyer needs to qualify for the lesser amount minus their down payment up to 20%. Buyers must qualify for a loan and have income limits as required by the City of La Quinta. The home must be a primary residence and owner occupied. No investors, rentals or cash purchases are permitted. Please see listing supplements for more information.
Listing description from the May 2026 sale, as reported to CRMLS.
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