Set on five acres in The Highlands, one of the most sought after neighborhoods in South Joshua Tree, this private desert property is surrounded by expansive mountain views, striking rock formations, and open desert landscape.The Highlands is known for its larger parcels, privacy, and direct access to Joshua Tree National Park.The home features concrete floors, custom wood framed doors and windows, stained glass interior doors, and light filled living spaces. The oversized bedroom features patio access, desert views, and a wood burning stove, while a detached secondary bedroom provides flexibility for guests, a private office, or an artist's studio and retreat.Outside, native landscaping, mature desert growth, a large covered patio, outdoor shower, and additional three quarter bath create inviting spaces to gather, relax, and enjoy the property. Long range views extend east toward Joshua Tree National Park.Equally suited as a full time residence, weekend home, artist's studio and retreat, or income producing investment property, the five acre parcel offers ample space for expansion and the opportunity to further enhance an already exceptional setting.
For sale
Listed by: Compass
$699,000
8669 Via Rocosa Rd, Joshua Tree, CA 92252
2beds
1,004sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$696/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Detached secondary bedroomStriking rock formationsAdditional three quarter bathMature desert growthNative landscapingPatio accessWood burning stove
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- 158 |
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Listed by:
Reagan Richter DRE #02031224 310-773-6995,
Compass,
Clayton Baldwin DRE #01741353 760-902-6440,
Kinetic Properties
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219149014PS
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AORTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room
Bathroom
- Features: Tile Counters, Tub Shower
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Concrete
- Windows: Blinds
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,004 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Desert, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 0589161280000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not Applicable-1
Location
- Region: Joshua Tree
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $696/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $649,460
- Annual tax amount: $7,955
- Date on market: 6/10/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Inclusions: some furnishings
- Exclusions: Airstream and some furnishings
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,912/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000-12.5%$696/sqft |
Source:  Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219149014 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2026 | Listing removed | $799,000$796/sqft |
Source:  CLAW #24-395199 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2024 | Price change | $799,000-6%$796/sqft |
Source: CLAW #24-395199 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2024 | Listed for sale | $850,000$847/sqft |
Source: CLAW #24-395199 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: CLAW #24-357354 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2024 | Listed for sale | $850,000+41.7%$847/sqft |
Source: CLAW #24-357354 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2020 | Sold | $600,000+9.1%$598/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #JT20164591 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2020 | Pending sale | $550,000$548/sqft |
Source: Cherie Miller & Assoc. #JT20164591 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2020 | Listed for sale | $550,000+105.2%$548/sqft |
Source: Cherie Miller & Assoc. #JT20164591 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2015 | Sold | $268,000-3.9%$267/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2015 | Pending sale | $279,000$278/sqft |
Source: Joshua Tree Realty #JT15091946 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2015 | Listed for sale | $279,000+365%$278/sqft |
Source: Joshua Tree Realty #JT15091946 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2001 | Sold | $60,000$60/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,955 +4.8% | $649,460 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,589 +1.9% | $636,725 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,444 +2.1% | $624,240 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,294 +1.1% | $612,000 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,216 +92.7% | $600,000 +103.7% |
| 2020 | $3,744 -5.2% | $294,514 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,948 +5.3% | $288,739 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,748 +1% | $283,078 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,710 | $277,528 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,710 +1.7% | $272,087 +137.8% |
| 2015 | $3,648 +133.7% | $114,430 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,561 | $112,189 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $111,682 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $109,492 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $107,345 +43% |
| 2010 | -- | $75,043 +6.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $70,210 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $68,833 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $67,483 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $66,160 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $64,862 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $63,590 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $62,424 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $61,200 +112.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $28,857 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $28,291 |
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Neighborhood: 92252
Nearby schools
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- 8/10Friendly Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 2.5 mi
- 3/10La Contenta Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.2 mi
- 4/10Yucca Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.9 mi
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- 8669 Via Rocosa Rd
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