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79275 Rose Dawn, La Quinta, CA, 92253

2beds
2baths
1,231sqft
$455,000
$370price/sqft
$3,372/moest. monthly cost
$134,880/yrincome needed

About This Home

Think you can't afford to own a home? Come see this Immaculate two bedroom, two bathroom detached Single-Family Home in the Highly Desired 55+ Watercolors gated Community! This property carries a $103,000 silent 2nd mortgage with the City of La Quinta Housing Authority and you must meet moderate income requirements. Total Purchase price including the silent second is $455,000 ( $455,000 - $103,000= $352,000). Buyer needs to qualify with the Housing Authority for the lesser amount. There is no Interest due or payments on the silent 2nd. Situated away from road noise and the entrance gate, this beautifully maintained detached single-family home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience surrounded by nearby multi-million dollar homes and communities. With impeccable pride of ownership and tasteful upgrades throughout, this home is truly move-in ready! Step into the remodeled kitchen, featuring quartz countertops, Stainless steel appliances, custom-painted new soft close cabinets, a new sink, faucet and refrigerator. The open-concept great room boasts high 12+ft ceilings, ceiling fans, two new chandeliers, cozy gas fireplace, and an abundance of natural light. The spacious primary suite offers a large walk-in closet and an en suite bathroom with a dual sink vanity and a walk-in shower. Additional highlights include an indoor laundry space, an attached two-car garage with EV charger, new garage opener including springs and rollers, and a generous side yard patio with a new canvas sunshade-covered sliding door perfect for outdoor relaxation. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a detached home in the desirable Watercolors 55+ community. Watercolors is an income qualified community offering low maintenance living, community pool/spa and a clubhouse. Close to shopping malls, restaurants and all amenities. NO Rentals, NO cash purchases, NO investors- PRIMARY RESIDENCE ONLY. INCOME LIMITS, 1 person $62,651to 87,300, 2 people $71,601to 99,750, 3 people $80,551 to 112,250, 4 people $89,501 to 124,700. Call listing agent for more details.

Getting Around

25
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
35
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
La Quinta Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.0 mi
7/10
La Quinta High SchoolGrades 9-120.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2007

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Clay

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Residential,Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Cooktop,Microwave,Gas Oven,Disposal,Dishwasher,Dryer,Washer,Refrigerator,Range/Oven
  • Laundry features: Laundry Closet

Bathroom

  • Features: Double Vanity(s)

Bedroom

  • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Features

  • Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings,Open Floorplan,Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Window features: Double Pane Windows
  • Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Living Room,Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Common walls with other units/homes: Detached/No Common Walls

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Central
  • Cooling features: Air Conditioning,Ceiling Fan(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,231
  • Total interior livable area: 1,231 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Remodeled,Open to Family Room

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: Accessible Doors,48 inch or more wide halls,No Interior Steps,Low Bathroom Mirror(s)

Details

  • Parcel number: 600420078
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry location: Ground Level - no steps
  • Pool features: Association,In Ground,Community
  • Patio & porch: Concrete Slab,Patio,Awning(s)
  • Spa features: Community,Heated,In Ground
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: None

Lot

  • Lot size: 2,613 sqft

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Attached,Direct Access,Garage - 2 Car,Garage Is Attached
  • Has garage: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeVery High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingVery High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Wildfire
    WildfireModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Inland Flooding
Heat Wave
Wildfire

FEMA Declared Disasters in Riverside County and California

Earthquake
Fire
Flood
Hurricane
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Storm
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Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,300$27,600
Home Insurance *$127$1,524
Property Taxes $547$6,564
Electricity $398$4,786
Total$3,372$40,464
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$115,611/yr
40% on housing$101,160/yr
45% on housing$89,920/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 10.3%
10.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.7%
0.7%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$370This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 92253$637
Riverside County$300

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 92253$402
Riverside County$315

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-03-05Price change$455,000
2026-01-05Listed for sale$352,000
2025-06-27Listing removed$352,000
2025-03-07Listed for sale$352,000
2023-01-09Sold$397,500
2022-12-14Pending sale$405,000
2022-11-29Contingent$405,000
2022-09-22Listed for sale$405,000
2022-09-01Contingent$405,000
2022-08-27Listed for sale$405,000
2016-07-06Listing removed$256,900
2013-03-27Sold$130,000
2013-01-07Price change$145,900
2012-11-11Price change$149,900
2012-03-07Listed for sale$159,900
2007-08-31Sold$280,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentTony De Franco
BrokerageSotheby's International Realty

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