52024 Nehlsen, Johnson Valley, California 92285, Johnson Valley, 92285 - 1 bed, 1 bath
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Johnson Valley, California 92285
This Renovated Mid-Century Desert Retreat is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $232,000, which aligns with its $232,000 Fair Market Value. The residence boasts an Excellent Condition Rating with a modernized kitchen and Desert and Mountain Vistas. Spanning an expansive 5-Acre Private Lot within the Lucerne Valley Unified District, the property offers significant upside through ADU Potential and a 40ft shipping container. This unique asset is an ideal acquisition for Short-Term Rental Investors or Lifestyle Seekers looking for a turnkey, income-producing sanctuary.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 52024 Nehlsen Subject | $232,000* List Price | 1 | 1 | 1,260 | $184 | - |
A 51474 Mills Road Active | $230,000 List Price | 2 | 1 | 1,100 | $209 | 0.5 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Although originally built in 1961, the property has undergone an extensive recent renovation that brings it to current quality standards. The interior features a fully modernized kitchen with new shaker cabinets, stone countertops, and stainless steel appliances, alongside a completely updated bathroom with contemporary tiling and fixtures. The home boasts new flooring, updated lighting, and well-preserved mid-century architectural elements like the exposed wood beam ceilings, showing no signs of deferred maintenance.
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 = 1260.
The property features a detached structure and a brand new 40ft metal shipping container, offering significant potential for an accessory dwelling unit or a lucrative short-term rental retreat.
Spanning 5 acres of fully fenced land, the property provides exceptional privacy, breathtaking boulder views, and ample space for recreational vehicles and desert exploration.
Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 1, other record bedroom count = 3.
With only one bedroom and one bathroom, the property's layout may limit its appeal to a smaller buyer pool or those not looking for a primary family residence.
The listing mentions specific pricing to avoid lender approval delays, suggesting a potential short sale or distressed situation that could complicate the closing process for traditional buyers.
SHORT SALE APPROVED !!! SELLER WON’T DO REPAIRS OR GIVE CREDIT PROPERTY IS SOLD IN “AS IS” CONDITIONS! PROPERTY IS A TRUE GEM WITH A SEPARATED BUILDING THAT CAN BE USED FOR AN ADU A FULLY FENCED PROPERTY WITH A BRAND NEW 4O FT METAL SHIPPING CONTAINER THAT WAS GOING TO BE USED A DESERT OASIS AIR BNB RETREAT OVERLOOKING THE BOULDERS AND ENDLESS DESERT VISTAS. MID CENTURY CLASSIC RESIDENCE FEATURING OPEN AND HIGH CEILINGS THROUGHOUT. THE PROPERTY IS FULLY FENCED TO PROVIDE A PRIVATE OASIS FOR BOTH PETS AND RESIDENTS. A DETACHED STRUCTURE OFFERS FLEXIBILITY AS A HOME OFFICE OR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT. THIS EXQUISITE FLOOR PLAN ALLOWS FOR THE ULTIMATE DESERT LIVING EXPERIENCE. THE RESIDENCE ALSO BOASTS AMPLE SPACE FOR OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL VEHICLES. THIS IDEAL BACKYARD SETTING IS TRULY THE EPITOME OF DREAMS.
No exterior & parking available.
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 1.0 | 2.0 | 38% |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 | 46% |
| Square foot | 1,260 | 1,188 | 62% |
| Lot Size | 217,800 | 217,800 | 50% |
| Price | $232.0K | $300.0K | 31% |
| Price per sq ft | $184 | $249 | 31% |
| Built year | 1961 | 1961 | 50% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 88 | 177 | 15% |
Apr 3, 2026
$232,000
$269,000
-14% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Mar 30, 2026
$269,000
$249,000
+8% Price Increase
Initial Listing
Feb 1, 2026
$249,000
$329,700
-24% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Jan 24, 2026
$329,700
Initial Listing
Sep 23, 2021
$200,000
Public Record
Oct 31, 1995
$13,500
Public Record