About 36 Merill Drive
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.
36 Merill Drive is a Residential property for sale. This Residential property is on Fee land and the current price is $1,339,000. This property has 4 bedrooms and 5.00 bathrooms and it was built in 2001. 322 - North Palm Desert property has been listed on www.geoffreymoore.com for 31 days.
Features of 36 Merill Drive
| MLS® # | 219133580DA |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,339,000 |
| Sold Price | $1,255,000 |
| HOA Fees | $270 |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Monthly |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 5.00 |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 3,515 |
| Acres | 0.27 |
| Year Built | 2001 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Status | Closed |
Community Information
| Address | 36 Merill Drive |
|---|---|
| Area | 322 - North Palm Desert |
| Subdivision | Montecito Homes |
| City | Palm Desert |
| County | Riverside |
| Zip Code | 92260 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Other |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Parking | Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, On Street, Oversized |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Garages | Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, On Street, Oversized |
| View | Desert |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | In Ground, Electric Heat, Private |
Interior
| Interior | Tile |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Furnished, Walk-In Pantry |
| Heating | Fireplace(s), Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Family Room, Gas, Great Room |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One |
Exterior
| Lot Description | Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Sprinklers Timer |
|---|
Additional Information
| Date Listed | August 4th, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 31 |
| Sold Date | October 6th, 2025 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| Land Type | Fee |
Listing Details
| Agent | Rachel Markovitz |
|---|---|
| Office | Johnson Commercial Real Estate, Inc. |