47788 Dancing Butterfly
La Quinta, CA 92253
Listing broker / agent: Equity Union · Justin Smith · CRMLS
MLS # 219150624DA · Last checked Oct 20, 2026 23:24 UTC
About this property
Seller is willing to consider all reasonable offers. Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home featuring a spacious open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, ideally situated on a desirable corner lot in the Watercolors 55+ community. The southwest-facing front courtyard is perfect for enjoying afternoon sunshine and mountain views. Inside, the living room offers a cozy fireplace, while the kitchen is thoughtfully designed with convenient pull-out drawers. The primary suite features a generous walk-in closet, dual vanities, and a walk-in shower. Two additional guest bedrooms, a full guest bath, and an indoor laundry room provide comfortable everyday living. A newer HVAC system adds year-round comfort and efficiency. Residents enjoy low HOA dues along with access to a community pool, spa, and clubhouse, all conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and healthcare.Watercolors is an income-restricted 55+ community. This home is offered through the La Quinta Housing Authority affordable housing program and includes a $103,000 silent second trust deed. Qualified buyers must be approved for financing based on the full purchase price of $419,999; however, monthly principal and interest payments are based on approximately $316,999, as no monthly payments are required on the silent second. Buyer must occupy the property as a primary residence. No rentals, cash purchases, or investor purchases are permitted. Household income limits apply: 1 person: $62,651-$87,300; 2 people: $71,601-$99,750; 3 people: $80,551-$112,250; 4 people: $89,501-$124,700.
Property details
- MLS number
- 219150624DA
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 1,348 (area; units unconfirmed)
- Lot size
- 0.09 acres
- County
- Riverside
- Year built
- 2007
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Listing
- Days on market
- 70
Building
- Year built
- 2007
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Building stories
- 1
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 0
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 0
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Living Room
- Flooring
- Tile, Vinyl
- Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplaces, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room, See Remarks
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Carport spaces
- 0
- Parking
- Guest
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- Community, In Ground
- Spa
- Community, In Ground
- Lot features
- Drip Irrigation Bubblers, Planned Unit Development
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Block
Utilities & community
- Community features
- Gated, Pool
- Association amenities
- Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Maintenance Grounds, Management
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $316.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| La Quinta High (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · La Quinta | 9–12 | 0.8 mi |
| La Quinta Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · La Quinta | 6–8 | 1.0 mi |
| Harry S. Truman Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · La Quinta | K–5 | 1.1 mi |
| Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Indio | K–5 | 1.3 mi |
| John Glenn Middle School of International Studies (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Indio | 6–8 | 1.4 mi |
| James Madison Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · Indio | K–5 | 1.8 mi |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Desert Sands Unified · La Quinta | K–5 | 2.1 mi |
| Mountain Vista Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Coachella Valley Unified · Indio | K–6 | 2.2 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $399,999
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $419,999
- MLS-reported previous asking price
- $409,999
- MLS-reported last price change
- 2026-10-01 06:47 UTC
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 05:38 | $399,999 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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