47815 Dancing Butterfly, La Quinta, CA 92253
47815 Dancing Butterfly, La Quinta, CA 92253
Property Description
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.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Affordable Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
La Quinta · Single Family Residence
Listed in line with the median closed sale of $433,000.
Price Position
Aligned with the market — fair pricing for the comps.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79338 Cool Reflection | La Quinta | 2006 | 3 | 2 | 1,337 | 3,049 | $322 | $430,000 | 133 | 96 |
| 47788 Dancing Butterfly | La Quinta | 2007 | 3 | 2 | 1,348 | 3,920 | $308 | $414,999 | 45 | 96 |
| 79337 Sign Of Spring Street | La Quinta | 2007 | 3 | 2 | 1,337 | 3,049 | $299 | $399,900 | 61 | 95 |
| 47755 Soft Moonlight | La Quinta | 2006 | 3 | 2 | 1,337 | 3,049 | $322 | $429,900 | 110 | 93 |
| 79355 Rose Dawn | La Quinta | 2006 | 2 | 2 | 1,231 | 3,049 | $297 | $365,000 | 30 | 91 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 2.8 | 2.0 | 1,318 | 3,223.2 | $309.6 | $407,959.8 | 75.8 | |||
| Median | 1,337 | $414,999 | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79324 Rose Dawn | La Quinta | 2007 | 06/05/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,348 | 3,485 | $440,000 | $433,000 | $321 | 0.98 | 27 | 98 |
| 47865 Endless Sky | La Quinta | 2007 | 07/29/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,337 | 3,049 | $431,000 | $431,000 | $322 | 1.00 | 25 | 95 |
| 47685 Dancing Butterfly | La Quinta | 2007 | 05/13/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,337 | 3,485 | $425,000 | $425,000 | $318 | 1.00 | 46 | 94 |
| 80890 Via Puerta Azul | La Quinta | 2004 | 05/27/2026 | 2 | 2 | 1,371 | 4,356 | $515,000 | $495,000 | $361 | 0.96 | 186 | 90 |
| 57410 Via Vista Vista | La Quinta | 2005 | 05/15/2026 | 2 | 2 | 1,371 | 3,485 | $490,000 | $470,000 | $343 | 0.96 | 78 | 90 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 2.6 | 2.0 | 1,352.8 | 3,572 | $450,800 | $450,800 | $333 | — | 72.4 | ||||
| Median | 1,348 | $433,000 | $433,000 | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.