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.
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Rachel Markovitz DRE #01824239 760-779-4000,
Johnson Commercial Real Estate, Inc.
$1,339,000
36 Merill Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
3beds
3,515sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
0.27 Acres Lot
$1,287,800 Zestimate®
$381/sqft
$270/mo HOA
What's special
Gourmet kitchenEndless viewsAbundant natural lightTile floorsHigh ceilingsOpen-concept floor planCustom stainless steel hood
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Listing Provided by:
Rachel Markovitz DRE #01824239 760-779-4000,
Johnson Commercial Real Estate, Inc.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219133580DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Great Room, Pantry
Pantry
- Features: Walk-In Pantry
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Furnished, Walk-In Pantry
- Flooring: Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Great Room
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,515 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Electric Heat, In Ground, Private
- Spa features: Heated, In Ground, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Desert
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Features: Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Sprinklers Timer
Details
- Parcel number: 620361062
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
- Security: Prewired, Gated Community
- Subdivision: Montecito Homes
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Other
- HOA fee: $270 monthly
Location
- Region: Palm Desert
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $381/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $719,600
- Annual tax amount: $9,418
- Date on market: 8/4/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Contract,FHA,VA Loan
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