60460 Alta Mesa Drive, Joshua Tree, California 92252, Joshua Tree, 92252 - 3 bed, 2 bath
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Joshua Tree, California 92252
This 3BR/2BA High-Desert Value-Add Property is listed at $329,000, sitting above the $302,897 Fair Market Value. With a Condition Rating of 4, the residence is well-maintained but requires cosmetic updates to its 1982 finishes to reach peak potential. Sold as-is, the asset features an Expansive 0.46-Acre Corner Lot and Panoramic Mountain Views in the Alta Mesa area, served by the Morongo Unified District. Located minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, the property offers significant upside through renovation. This is a strategic opportunity for Value-Add Investors or Owner-Occupants looking to build equity.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 60460 Alta Mesa Drive Subject | $299,000* List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,146 | $253 | - |
A 60601 60601 La Mirada Sold | $275,000 | 2 | 1 | 1,152 | $239 | 0.4 mi |
B 60459 Granada Drive Sold | $329,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,046 | $315 | 0.2 mi |
C 60449 Natoma Active | $369,000 List Price | 2 | 2 | 1,508 | $245 | 0.2 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1982, the property is well-maintained but shows significant signs of age with outdated features. The kitchen and bathrooms retain older cabinetry and fixtures, and the carpeting and popcorn ceilings reflect the original construction era. While functional and move-in ready, the home requires cosmetic updates and modernization of major systems to meet current market standards.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 20124, living area = 1146.
Situated in the desirable Alta Mesa area, the property offers panoramic mountain and desert views with close proximity to Joshua Tree National Park and the local art scene.
The nearly half-acre corner lot provides significant privacy, open space, and flexibility for outdoor development, a creative retreat, or potential rental expansion.
The property is being sold in as-is condition and was previously tenant-occupied, suggesting a likely need for modern updates, repairs, or deferred maintenance addressing.
As the current owner has never occupied the home, there is a lack of first-hand knowledge regarding the property's maintenance history and the functional state of its systems.
Joshua Tree retreat on nearly half an acre corner lot with panoramic mountain and desert views. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers privacy, open space, and the opportunity to create your own high-desert retreat in the desirable Alta Mesa area.Set on a spacious corner lot with views in every direction, the property captures the quiet desert atmosphere and wide skies that draw so many people to Joshua Tree. The south-facing orientation brings in natural light throughout the day while the surrounding landscape provides a sense of openness and privacy.Inside includes a comfortable living area, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms. An enclosed back patio expands the living space and provides a flexible area for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying the desert sunsets. The home also features an attached two-car garage and washer/dryer hookups.With nearly half an acre of land, the property offers space and flexibility for a variety of uses including a full-time residence, weekend getaway, creative retreat, or potential rental property.Located in the desirable Lower Friendly Hills/Alta Mesa area, the home is just a short drive from Joshua Tree National Park, local restaurants, and the growing art and music scene that has made the high desert an internationally recognized destination.Property was tenant occupied until October 2025 and is now vacant and ready for its next owner.Property is sold as-is. The current owner has never occupied the home. Information provided is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer and buyer's agent should conduct their own due diligence regarding inspections, permits, and overall property condition.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-6 • 0.9 mi
Grades 7-8 • 1.5 mi
Grades 9-12 • 4.5 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 | 1,146 | 1,307 | 37% |
| Lot Size | 20,124 | 40,080 | 40% |
| Price | $299.0K | $403.8K | 24% |
| Price per sq ft | $261 | $319 | 29% |
| Built year | 1982 | 1982 | 50% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 100 | 201 | 21% |
Apr 16, 2026
$299,000
$329,000
-9% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Jan 12, 2026
$329,000
Initial Listing
Jun 1, 1995
$60,000
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