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8626 La Contenta Road, Yucca Valley, California 92284, Yucca Valley, 92284 - 2 bed, 1 bath

8626 La Contenta Road, Yucca Valley, California 92284 home-pic-0
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT$190,000
8626 La Contenta Road, Yucca Valley, California 92284
2Beds
1Bath
1,537Sqft
217,800Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

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Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
High Available Lot Utilization: The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 217800, living area = 1537.
Top Cons:
Reliance on Hauled Water: The absence of a public water source necessitates hauling water onto the property, posing a significant ongoing logistical challenge and potential cost for the owner.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$190.0K vs avg $380.0K ($-190,000)5%
Size:1,537 sqft vs avg 1,500.5 sqft54%
Price/sqft:$124 vs avg $2592%

More Insights

Built in 1947 (78 years old).
Condition: Built in 1947, this property is over 70 years old with no evidence of major renovations in the past 50 years. The images clearly show a completely gutted interior with exposed framing, cracked walls, and no finished surfaces, functional kitchen, or bathroom. The property is unlivable in its current state, lacking basic amenities like windows, finished walls, and public water access, indicating the structure is beyond repair for simple rehabilitation and requires a complete rebuild or demolition.
Year Built
1947
Close
-
List price
$190K
Original List price
$215K
Price/Sqft
$124
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
JT25152173
Home ConditionTear down
Features
Excellent View: Canyon, Desert, Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic
ViewCanyon, Desert, Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic

About this home

Welcome to the back door into Joshua Tree National Park. This is a 1947 single family residence on 5 acres with amazing views. This home is believed to be one of the older homesteads in the area. The owner has had plans drawn up for the existing footprint that were once approved by the city, but have since expired, showing it is possible to repurpose this property. The plans can be given to the new owner upon closing if so desired. The garage has been wired so that you can utilize a generator for power while working on the property if needed. There is an outdoor shower originally styled out of an old water tank with a view. Also has an on-demand water heater. The water is hauled onto the property as there is no public water source in this area of Yucca Valley for the time being. On the plus side you do not have to worry about needing to be connected to the sewer system at this time. Homes in the area use septic systems. It's less than 10min. from the town of Yucca Valley and just about the same to Joshua Tree. The views of the San Gorgonio Mountain range along with the quiet this property have to offer are an outstanding benefit to owning a property in this area.

Condition Rating
Tear down
Built in 1947, this property is over 70 years old with no evidence of major renovations in the past 50 years. The images clearly show a completely gutted interior with exposed framing, cracked walls, and no finished surfaces, functional kitchen, or bathroom. The property is unlivable in its current state, lacking basic amenities like windows, finished walls, and public water access, indicating the structure is beyond repair for simple rehabilitation and requires a complete rebuild or demolition.
Pros & Cons

Pros

High Available Lot Utilization: The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 217800, living area = 1537.
Exceptional Views & Tranquility: The property offers panoramic views of the San Gorgonio Mountain range, desert, hills, and canyons, providing a serene and private environment.
Proximity to Joshua Tree National Park: Described as 'the back door into Joshua Tree National Park,' offering direct access to a major natural attraction and enhancing recreational opportunities.
Expansive Acreage & Privacy: Situated on a generous 5-acre lot, the property provides significant space, privacy, and potential for further development or landscaping.
Development & Renovation Potential: Prior city-approved plans for repurposing the existing footprint are available, offering a clear conceptual path for future expansion or customization.
Strategic Location & Accessibility: Conveniently located less than 10 minutes from both Yucca Valley town amenities and the entrance to Joshua Tree, balancing seclusion with accessibility.

Cons

Reliance on Hauled Water: The absence of a public water source necessitates hauling water onto the property, posing a significant ongoing logistical challenge and potential cost for the owner.
Advanced Age of Structure: Built in 1947, the property is an older homestead, likely requiring considerable investment in renovations, updates, and ongoing maintenance to modernize and ensure structural integrity.
Expired Development Plans: While plans for repurposing exist, their expired status means a new owner would face the time and expense of re-obtaining city approvals for any significant development.

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