Modern desert living awaits at 8520 Purple Sage Road. Tucked among the iconic boulders of Joshua Tree, this sleek architectural retreat sits at the very end of a quiet road, perched high against the mountains with a rare sense of privacy, yet just minutes from the west entrance of Joshua Tree National Park.Completed in 2021 with meticulous attention to detail, the property blends minimalist design with natural warmth. The main house centers around an open living space anchored by a sculptural fireplace and a custom Heath-tiled kitchen and baths, while a dramatic natural rock wall and expansive glass capture the ever-shifting desert light. A detached guest house and additional studio offer flexible space for guests, creative work, or quiet retreat.Set on over two acres, the grounds feature a private pool and spa with some of the most captivating views in the desert, an outdoor shower, multiple seating areas, a fire pit, and sculptural desert landscaping designed for connection and calm. Equally suited as a full-time home, weekend escape, or high-performing short-term rental, 8520 Purple Sage is a rare intersection of architecture, light, and landscape in one of Joshua Tree's most coveted settings.
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Clayton Baldwin DRE #01741353 760-902-6440,
Kinetic Properties
$1,847,700
8520 Purple Sage Rd, Joshua Tree, CA 92252
2beds
1,526sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2021
2.06 Acres Lot
$1,762,800 Zestimate®
$1,211/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private pool and spaSculptural fireplaceMinimalist designSculptural desert landscapingSleek architectural retreatExpansive glassOutdoor shower
- 47 days |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 30, 2025 at 04:27pm
Listing Provided by:
Clayton Baldwin DRE #01741353 760-902-6440,
Kinetic Properties
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219137613DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Art Studio, Entry/Foyer, Guest Quarters, Great Room, Living Room, Other
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Propane
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Features
- Flooring: Concrete
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,526 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 14
- Parking features: Detached Carport, Driveway, Guest, Oversized
- Carport spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 10
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Electric Heat, In Ground, Pool Cover, Private
- Spa features: Heated, In Ground, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canyon, Desert, Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Peek-A-Boo, Pool, Valley
Lot
- Size: 2.06 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 058918304
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2021
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not Applicable-1
Location
- Region: Joshua Tree
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,211/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $825,609
- Annual tax amount: $10,014
- Date on market: 10/25/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,1031 Exchange
Estimated market value
$1,762,800
$1.67M - $1.85M
$3,357/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,847,700+823.9%$1,211/sqft |
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| 5/21/2018 | Sold | $200,000+70.9%$131/sqft |
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| 1/26/2017 | Sold | $117,000$77/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,014 +4.9% | $825,609 +2% |
| 2024 | $9,549 +2% | $809,421 +2% |
| 2023 | $9,365 +2.1% | $793,550 +2% |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$11,556/mo
Principal & interest
$9154
Property taxes
$1755
Home insurance
$647
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92252
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Friendly Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 3.2 mi
- 5/10La Contenta Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 5.1 mi
- 4/10Yucca Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.9 mi
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