
Joshua Tree, California 92252
This High-Potential Investment Opportunity is a Turn-Key Short-Term Rental listed at $349,000—positioned well below the $330,133 Fair Market Value by -5%. While the list price is slightly above market, the property’s Condition Rating of 3 and established income-producing status provide immediate operational stability. Featuring panoramic desert and mountain views and a 1.2-acre lot, this asset offers significant utility with solar panels and a fully fenced perimeter. It is an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking a move-in ready desert retreat.
Property is move-in ready.
Although built in 1956, the property has undergone significant renovations within the last 5-15 years to function as a turn-key short-term rental. The kitchen features updated appliances and refreshed cabinetry, the bathrooms have modern vanities, and the interior includes updated flooring and solar panels, making it well-maintained and move-in ready.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 54450, living area = 1088.
Situated just minutes from Joshua Tree National Park and the Village, the property offers exceptional southern mountain views and a highly sought-after 'homestead' atmosphere.
Sold fully furnished and currently operating as a short-term rental with solar panels installed, providing an immediate income-producing opportunity with reduced utility overhead.
Originally built in 1956, the property may feature older mechanical systems or structural elements that require more frequent maintenance compared to modern builds.
With a total of 1,088 square feet, the interior footprint is relatively small, which may feel restrictive for larger groups or buyers seeking spacious communal areas.
Set on 1.2 acres in the heart of Joshua Tree, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath desert hideaway delivers the laid-back homestead cabin vibe people come to the High Desert searching for—plus sweeping southern mountain views that steal the show. Just over a mile from Joshua Tree Village and minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, you get the best of both worlds: close enough for coffee, cocktails, and dinner, but far enough out to enjoy wide-open skies, quiet mornings, and that unmistakable desert stillness. Inside, the home feels warm, relaxed, and made for desert living, with a cozy wood-burning fireplace and an easy flow between indoor and outdoor spaces. Solar helps keep energy costs down, while the fully fenced property gives you privacy, space, and plenty of room to create your own desert retreat. Outside is where the magic really happens. Wake up to sweeping mountain views, watch the desert light shift across the horizon, settle in for glowing sunsets, and end the night beneath an enormous canopy of stars. Gather around the fire, unplug, and let the desert do its thing. Currently operating as a short-term rental, the property is being sold turn-key, including the furnishings (except a few exclusions and artwork negotiable), making it an easy opportunity for someone looking for an income-producing property, weekend escape, or full-time desert home. Bring your bags, settle in, and start living the Joshua Tree life from day one. A cool, comfortable desert compound with big views, open skies, and the relaxed character that makes the High Desert so hard to leave.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 2.8 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 1.9 |
| Square foot | 1,088 | 1,296.208 |
| Lot Size | 54,450 | 50,973.083 |
| Price | $345.0K | $408.4K |
| Price per sq ft | $317 | $332 |
| Built year | 1956 | 1983 |
| HOA | $0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 52 | 80 |
Oct 15, 2026
$345,000
$349,000
-1% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Sep 2, 2026
$349,000
Initial Listing
Mar 24, 2014
$87,000
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Apr 22, 2011
$72,000
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Nov 1, 2005
$120,500
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