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Sold for $310,000
  • $310,000

    8686 Uphill Rd, Joshua Tree, CA 92252

    1beds
    1,014sqft
    Residential, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1979
    2.5 Acres Lot
    $360,100 Zestimate®
    $306/sqft
    $1,557 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $360,100

    $342,000 - $378,000

    $1,557/mo

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    What's special

    Escape to your own slice of the high desert on this expansive 2.5-acre parcel in Joshua Tree. This value-add property offers the rare combination of space, privacy, and desert solitude that has made this area one of California's most sought-after destinations for those craving a true escape from city life. The existing home presents a fantastic opportunity for renovation bring your vision and craftsmanship to transform this property into your dream desert retreat, homestead, or income-producing getaway. With generous acreage surrounding the home, there's ample room for outdoor living, gardens, guest structures, or simply soaking in unobstructed desert views and star-filled night skies. Located just minutes from the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park, and close to the eclectic shops, galleries, and cafes of the Joshua Tree/Yucca Valley area, this property offers the perfect blend of remote tranquility and convenient access. Opportunities to secure this much land at this price point are increasingly rare don't miss your chance to create something truly special in the desert.

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    Listed by:

    Richard Wilkinson DRE # 01812487 323-445-2426,

    Compass 626-205-4040

    Bought with:

    Richard Wilkinson, DRE # 01812487

    Compass

    Source: CLAW,MLS#: 26873985MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 1
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Living Room, Family Room
    Heating
    • Other
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Laundry: In Garage
    Features
    • Flooring: Mixed
    • Has fireplace: No
    • Fireplace features: None
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,014
    • Total interior livable area: 1,014 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage - 2 Car
    • Has attached garage: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Pool features: None
    • Spa features: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Desert
    Lot
    • Size: 2.5 Acres
    • Dimensions: 330 x 330
    Details
    • Additional structures: None
    • Parcel number: 0589183120000
    • Zoning: JT/RL
    • Special conditions: Probate Listing
    • Other equipment: Other

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • Year built: 1979

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Joshua Tree

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $306/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $115,505
    • Date on market: 8/24/2026

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/6/2026Sold$310,000-17.3%$306/sqft
    Source: CLAW #26873985 Report a problem
    9/24/2026Pending sale$374,900$370/sqft
    Source: CLAW #26873985 Report a problem
    9/23/2026Contingent$374,900$370/sqft
    Source: CLAW #26873985 Report a problem
    8/24/2026Listed for sale$374,900$370/sqft
    Source: CLAW #26873985 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026-- $115,505 +2%
    2025$1,668 +4.2%$113,241 +2%
    2024$1,600 +1.9%$111,020 +2%
    2023$1,571 +2%$108,843 +2%
    2022$1,541 +1.2%$106,709 +2%
    2021$1,523 +0.9%$104,616 +1%
    2020$1,510 -4.6%$103,543 +2%
    2019$1,582 +12.2%$101,513 +2%
    2018$1,409 +0.9%$99,523 +2%
    2017$1,396 $97,572 +2%
    2016$1,396 +1.6%$95,659 +1.5%
    2015$1,374 +3.5%$94,222 +2%
    2014$1,328 $92,377 +0.5%
    2013-- $91,959 +2%
    2012-- $90,156 +2%
    2011-- $88,388 +0.8%
    2010-- $87,727 -0.2%
    2009-- $87,935 +2%
    2008-- $86,211 +2%
    2007-- $84,521 +2%
    2006-- $82,863 +2%
    2005-- $81,238 +2%
    2004-- $79,645 +1.9%
    2003-- $78,185 +2%
    2002-- $76,652 +2%
    2001-- $75,149 +2%
    2000-- $73,676
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    Neighborhood: 92252

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