
Joshua Tree, California 92252
Analysis of 8490 Uphill Road, Joshua Tree, California 92252 is currently available with a list price of $649,000. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Joshua Tree Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
The cabin has undergone a complete permitted renovation including new electrical, copper plumbing, roof, and mini-split HVAC systems. The kitchen and bath are fully remodeled with modern finishes, and the interior is in mint, move-in-ready condition, requiring no immediate maintenance.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 108900, living area = 576.
The property includes a fully engineered architectural package and site groundwork for a 1,925-square-foot main residence, significantly reducing the time and effort required for future expansion.
The existing cabin is fully permitted and renovated with modern upgrades, including new electrical, plumbing, and mini-split HVAC, offering immediate move-in readiness or rental potential.
At $649,000 for a 576-square-foot existing structure, the price reflects the land and development potential rather than the current living space, which may challenge traditional appraisals.
To realize the property's full value, the buyer must undertake a significant construction project, requiring substantial additional capital and management of the building process.
Set on 2.5 acres just minutes from the Joshua Tree National Park entrance, this property offers a rare combination: a move-in-ready renovated cabin today, plus a fully designed path to a brand-new second residence tomorrow. The existing cabin has been completely renovated with permits. New electrical service and panel, copper plumbing, roof, windows and doors, ductless mini-split heating and cooling, a remodeled kitchen and bath, and warm tongue-and-groove pine interiors throughout. It's quiet, private, and in solid condition from day one, with mountain views and an easy reach to downtown Joshua Tree. What sets this property apart is what comes with it: a complete, fully engineered architectural package from Wolfgang Pichler Design for a new 1,925-square-foot, 3-bedroom, 3-bath main residence designed around an open kitchen and living area, a primary suite with walk-in closet, a multifunctional family room, and a striking see-through fireplace anchoring an atrium/patio space. Exterior finishes (stucco, steel-framed glass, stone accents) and interior material selections are already worked out, and site/permitting groundwork has been done as well (buyer to verify current status and any extension requirements with the county) so a buyer looking to build isn't starting from zero. The lot's zoning supports the additional residence for a buyer ready to take that on, while the existing cabin works well entirely on its own in the meantime whether as a primary residence, guest house, or income-producing unit.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-6 • 3.7 mi
Grades 7-8 • 5.2 mi
Grades 9-12 • 8.0 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 1.0 | 2.8 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 576 | 1,319.095 |
| Lot Size | 108,900 | 55,649.095 |
| Price | $649.0K | $427.4K |
| Price per sq ft | $1.1K | $334 |
| Built year | 1970 | 1980 |
| HOA | $0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 20 | 76 |
Aug 20, 2026
$649,000
Initial Listing
Mar 31, 2022
$699,000
Public Record
May 15, 2020
$249,000
Public Record