Welcome to 20980 Artesia Road—your private desert retreat on a combined 5 acres of serene, fully fenced land just 15 to 20 minutes from vibrant downtown Palm Springs. This beautifully maintained home sits on two separate 2.5-acre parcels, offering stunning unobstructed views of Mount San Jacinto and expansive desert landscape in every direction. Inside, you'll find a bright, spacious interior with high ceilings, abundant natural light, and tile floors throughout. The open living room features large picture windows and a striking dark stone fireplace, perfect for cozy nights in. The kitchen is equipped with warm wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and a clean, functional layout for any home chef. The primary suite includes an en suite bath with a large vanity, a walk-in shower with glass block accents, and a separate toilet area for added privacy. Additional rooms offer flexibility for bedrooms, office space, or hobby areas. Outdoors, enjoy peaceful mornings or sunset views from the full-length covered patio. The property boasts 30 mature Majul date palms, native landscaping, and wide-open space ideal for stargazing, gardening, or even horses and livestock. There’s also an oversized detached 2-car garage that’s plumbed and includes an unfinished half bath—perfect for a future casita, workshop, or guest space conversion. With two separate legal parcels, potential for short-term rental use, and endless space to expand or build, this property offers incredible flexibility and long-term value. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence, vacation escape, or investment opportunity, this one delivers desert living at its finest—calm, quiet, and close to it all.
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$595,600
20980 Artesia Rd, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92241
3beds
1,660sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2007
2.5 Acres Lot
$595,600 Zestimate®
$359/sqft
$3,257 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 10, 2025 at 07:00am
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SW25153620
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Dual, Evaporative Cooling
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Propane Oven, Propane Range
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Laundry Room, Propane Dryer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, Primary Suite
- Flooring: Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,660 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 12
- Parking features: Door-Multi, Garage, Garage Door Opener, RV Potential, RV Access/Parking, Garage Faces Side
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 10
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Concrete, Covered, Front Porch, Open, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Desert, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 2.50 Acres
- Features: Horse Property, Lot Over 40000 Sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Cabana
- Parcel number: 660140020
- Zoning: W-2
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Suburban
Location
- Region: Desert Hot Springs
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved