
Joshua Tree, California 92252
This Spacious Desert Abode is a High-Potential Investment Opportunity, listed at $420,000—positioned well below the $435,833 Fair Market Value by 3%. This valuation gap offers $15,833 in Instant Equity. With a Condition Rating of 4, the property features a Fully Permitted Detached Garage and Panoramic National Park Views, offering significant upside for an ADU conversion. While the interior reflects a dated aesthetic, the expansive 1-acre lot and robust infrastructure make this an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking a value-add project.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 61659 Pueblo Trail Subject | $420,000* List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,580 | $276 | - |
A 7273 Sunny Vista Active | $385,000 List Price | 2 | 2 | 1,277 | $301 | 0.9 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1974 (50 years old), the property is well-maintained but dated. While it features some system upgrades like a 200-amp panel and a 2023 water heater, the kitchen and bathrooms reflect older finishes (>20 years) that require modernization to meet current standards.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 43995, living area = 1580.
The property features a fully permitted detached garage with 10’ ceilings and a 100-amp subpanel, providing a significant head start for a guesthouse conversion or a professional creative studio.
Situated in the coveted Upper Friendly Hills neighborhood, the deep one-acre lot offers stunning panoramic views of the Joshua Tree National Park mountains.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =43995, other record lot size in square feet = 43778. Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1580, other record living area = 1160. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 2.
The 1974 construction and 'old school' character, including Saltillo tiles and original layout elements, may require cosmetic updates for buyers seeking a contemporary desert modern finish.
The property is served by a school district with lower-rated middle and high schools, which could be a drawback for families prioritizing academic performance metrics.
CLASSIC OLD SCHOOL JOSHUA TREE ABODE: Deep 1-Acre Lot with panoramic views of the mountains in the National Park from the backyard. Coveted Upper Friendly Hills neighborhood location. Rare HUGE covered shade porch on two-sides of house totaling nearly 700 square feet for true indoor/outdoor living. Mature landscaping, including shade trees & vast drought resistant cacti garden. Grape vines on front porch. Saltillo tiles in the kitchen and living area for ease of cleaning. Entire yard is fully-fenced, perfect for children or pets (dog door – w/ metal security panel already installed). Whether outdoor enthusiast, rock climber, professor, construction worker, teacher or solitary individual, few homes have this level of character and features – including a FULLY PERMITTED large detached garage built near the back of the parcel, with 10’ ceilings, a 100-amp subpanel, an evaporative cooler and electric garage door w a LiftMaster motor. This freestanding structure is perfect for a studio (music, art, metal sculpture), a mechanic’s shop or even beer-brewing, as the seller occasionally used the building for, not to mention vast extra storage. More important, once could eventually convert it to a permitted guesthouse/ADU and create an additional living structure for a fraction of the cost of starting from ground up. However, main house is spacious and has many features, like a FULLY PERMITTED conversion of the former attached garage into living space that can act as a 3rd bedroom, den or office. Home includes a woodstove for heat and ambiance (split wood already in the backyard), good condition roof with high-wind shingles, a 200-amp panel, central air, newer Performance Rheem (2023) electric hot water heater and comes complete with washer, dryer, fridge, stove, dishwasher & microwave ready to go. There’s even a hot tub right out back and a large shed for yet more storage. Front yard features a semi-circular driveway & a pull-in gated drive. Beautifully maintained home, lived in by professionals who recently relocated for a new job, providing an ideal opportunity for a buyer looking for a place with authentic, rural Joshua Tree character. All this for an incredibly low $265 per square foot.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-6 • 1.4 mi
Grades 7-8 • 3.0 mi
Grades 9-12 • 6.0 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 2.8 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 1,580 | 1,319.095 |
| Lot Size | 43,995.602 | 55,649.095 |
| Price | $420.0K | $427.4K |
| Price per sq ft | $266 | $334 |
| Built year | 1974 | 1980 |
| HOA | $0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 7 | 76 |
Sep 2, 2026
$420,000
Initial Listing
Jan 10, 2006
$224,000
Public Record
Nov 13, 1995
$49,000
Public Record