1489 Balsa Avenue, Yucca Valley, California 92284, Yucca Valley, 92284 - 1 bed, 1 bath
1489 Balsa Avenue
Yucca Valley, California 92284
Property Price
SUMMARY
Analysis of 1489 Balsa Avenue, Yucca Valley, California 92284 is currently available with a list price of $219,900. The property maintains a Poor Condition Rating (30/100), indicating the property requires renovation and updates to maximize its market potential. This presents opportunities for value-add investors. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Yucca Valley Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for Experienced Investors and Fix-and-Flip Specialists.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1971, this property's interior, particularly the kitchen and bathroom, is extremely dated with vintage wood paneling, old appliances, and basic fixtures, indicating no major renovations in several decades. While the exterior has received some updates like paint and roofing, and the property is functional, it requires substantial rehabilitation and modernization to meet contemporary living standards. The secondary structure is also in poor condition.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- High Available Lot Utilization
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 217800, living area = 480.
- Expansive Lot & Development Potential
Situated on a spacious 5-acre desert lot, offering significant room for expansion, customization, and creating a private sanctuary.
- Secondary Structure with Power
Includes a valuable secondary structure with existing power, ideal for a future guesthouse, art studio, or workshop.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Limited Living Space
The home is a compact 480 sqft studio-style residence, which may not suit buyers requiring more extensive living areas or multiple bedrooms.
- Dated Interior Features
The vintage wood paneling, while charming to some, may be considered dated by others and could necessitate interior renovations to modernize.
- Significant Price Reductions
The property has undergone multiple price reductions from its original list price, potentially indicating market resistance or initial overpricing.
About 1489 Balsa Avenue
Welcome to 1489 Balsa Avenue, a charming single-family studio-style home situated on a spacious 5-acre desert lot in Yucca Valley. This unique property offers rustic appeal with a distinctive A-frame entry, mature Joshua Trees, and wide-open views of the surrounding landscape. The home has received some thoughtful updates over the years, including exterior paint, roofing, and functional improvements that support comfortable desert living. Inside, the open layout offers flexibility for sleeping, lounging, and working, while the vintage wood paneling adds a warm, retro touch. Outside, the property includes a secondary structure with power already in place—an ideal opportunity for a future guesthouse, art studio, or workshop with additional development potential. The lot is only partially fenced, providing ample room to expand, customize, or create your own desert sanctuary. Whether you’re looking for a full-time home, creative retreat, or long-term investment, this one-of-a-kind desert dwelling has potential written all over it.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1971
- Lot Size
- 217,800 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 1
- Total Bathrooms
- 1 (1 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 1.0 | 3.0 | 8% |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 | 26% |
| Square foot | 480 | 1,494 | 3% |
| Lot Size | 217,800 | 23,500 | 90% |
| Price | $219.9K | $379.0K | 6% |
| Price per sq ft | $458 | $257 | 91% |
| Built year | 1971 | 1979 | 36% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 253 | 201 | 69% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Dec 29, 2025
$219,900
$215,000
+2% Price Increase
Initial Listing
Price Change
Dec 27, 2025
$215,000
$219,900
-2% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Price Change
Nov 25, 2025
$219,900
$229,900
-4% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Price Change
Sep 25, 2025
$229,900
$239,900
-4% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Price Change
Aug 8, 2025
$239,900
$249,900
-4% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Price Change
Jun 27, 2025
$249,900
Initial Listing