
Joshua Tree, California 92252
This Turnkey Desert-Modern Sanctuary is listed at $499,000, aligning closely with its $493,638 Fair Market Value. Boasting a Condition Rating of 2, the home features a high-end renovation including a quartz waterfall island and a premium outdoor oasis with a sauna, hot tub, and cowboy pool. The property offers unobstructed panoramic mountain views and a successful short-term rental history. Located near Friendly Hills Elementary and Joshua Tree National Park, this move-in-ready residence combines sophisticated design with a premium lifestyle. It is an ideal choice for Short-Term Rental Investors or Vacation Home Buyers.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 60250 Chesapeake Drive Subject | $499,000* List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,464 | $337 | - |
A 60261 Chesapeake Drive Active | $519,900 List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,264 | $411 | 0.0 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
While originally built in 1997, the property has undergone an extensive recent renovation within the last 5 years to achieve a high-end 'desert-modern' aesthetic. The kitchen is fully updated with a quartz waterfall island, stainless steel appliances, and a contemporary backsplash. The home features modern flooring, updated light fixtures, a Nest thermostat, and a premium outdoor oasis with a sauna and hot tub, meeting the criteria for a fully renovated, turnkey property with no deferred maintenance.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 10295, living area = 1464.
The backyard serves as a private desert oasis featuring unobstructed mountain views, a hot tub, cowboy pool, sauna, and firepit, perfectly catering to the high-demand Joshua Tree lifestyle.
As a fully furnished, active short-term rental with a successful history, this property offers an immediate 'plug-and-play' opportunity for investors seeking a proven income stream.
The property has undergone multiple price reductions from an initial $550,000 to $499,000, which may suggest a correction from initial overvaluation or a cooling in the local niche market.
The assigned middle and high schools carry relatively low ratings (3 and 4 respectively), which could limit the property's appeal to long-term primary residents with school-aged children.
Welcome to your own desert-modern retreat with massive, unobstructed mountain views stretching across the backyard and no homes behind you--offering the kind of privacy and scenery people come to the desert for. This turnkey, fully furnished home is an active short-term rental with a successful history, making it both a stunning getaway and a smart investment opportunity.Designed for unforgettable indoor-outdoor living, the backyard is a private oasis perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Step outside to a covered concrete patio with a full pergola--ideal for lounging in the shade while enjoying the hot tub, cowboy pool, sauna, and firepit. Whether you're soaking under the stars or gathering with friends, this outdoor space delivers the ultimate desert lifestyle experience.Inside, the home showcases a bright, modern aesthetic with thoughtful desert-inspired design throughout. Each bedroom features its own unique accent wall, while the open-concept living areas feel sleek, airy, and inviting. The kitchen blends style and function with quartz countertops, a dramatic waterfall island, stainless steel appliances, and a striking statement backsplash.Additional upgrades include ceiling fans, a Nest thermostat, and clean, contemporary finishes throughout. The two-car garage also doubles as a flexible bonus space with windows, a separate door, washer and dryer, and even an air hockey table--perfect for extra entertainment or creative use.Ideally located just minutes from downtown Joshua Tree, the farmers market, Joshua Tree National Park, and the iconic Joshua Tree Saloon, and only a short drive to Yucca Valley and Palm Springs, this home offers the perfect balance of convenience and escape.Whether you're searching for a primary residence, vacation home, or a proven short-term rental investment, this desert-modern sanctuary truly checks every box.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-6 • 0.9 mi
Grades 7-8 • 1.2 mi
Grades 9-12 • 4.3 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,464 | 1,317 | 61% |
| Lot Size | 10,295 | 40,080 | 17% |
| Price | $499.0K | $408.0K | 66% |
| Price per sq ft | $341 | $322 | 59% |
| Built year | 1997 | 1982 | 69% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 203 | 201 | 55% |
Jan 27, 2026
$499,000
$529,000
-6% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Dec 3, 2025
$529,000
$550,000
-4% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Oct 1, 2025
$550,000
Initial Listing