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  • Listed by: 29 Palms Realty • Stephen Buchanan • Contact: 818-568-9040
    Price cut: $5K (6/5)
    $70,000

    2981 Idle Ln, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277

    1beds
    768sqft
    : 
    $501/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1958
    5 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $91/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Tucked away at the end of a quiet road near the base of Godwin Mountain, this original recreational cabin offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Wonder Valley's history in an unforgettable setting. Originally built as a 768-square-foot cabin and thoughtfully expanded over the years, the property retains its vintage character while providing additional space to bring your vision to life. The location is truly exceptional, surrounded by stunning mountain views, open skies, and vast stretches of nearby BLM land that create a sense of privacy and freedom that's increasingly difficult to find. The original concrete slab remains in great condition, providing a solid foundation for future improvements. A welcoming front porch invites you to slow down and take in the peaceful surroundings, spectacular sunsets, and star-filled nights. Previously connected to electricity, with a power pole on the corner of the lot, the path to getting back on the grid is easier. Install a well or utilize hauled water. This property is ideal for someone looking to complete a recreational cabin conversion or create the ultimate weekend getaway, artist's hideaway, or off-grid basecamp. With great (far away) neighbors, breathtaking scenery, and a location that feels worlds away while still being accessible, this mid-century gem presents a unique opportunity to restore, enhance, and enjoy a classic Wonder Valley cabin in one of the area's most sought-after settings. Owner financing is available, providing a flexible path to ownership for buyers looking to secure a unique property in one of Wonder Valley's most iconic locations.
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    Listed by:

    Stephen Buchanan DRE #02093622 818-568-9040,

    29 Palms Realty

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: JT26119703MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 1
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom
      Bedroom
      • Features: All Bedrooms Down
      Heating
      • None
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Laundry: None
      Features
      • All Bedrooms Down
      • Flooring: Concrete
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 768 sqft

      Property

      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Entry location: 1
      • Pool features: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Mountain(s), None
      Lot
      • Size: 5 Acres
      • Features: 2-5 Units/Acre, Desert Back, Desert Front, Rectangular Lot
      Details
      • Additional structures: Storage
      • Parcel number: 0626181110000
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • Fixer
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1958

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Unknown
      • Water: Cistern
      • Utilities for property: Sewer Not Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Military Land, Mountainous, Valley
      Location
      • Region: Twentynine Palms

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $91/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $71,400
      • Annual tax amount: $1,072
      • Date on market: 6/5/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Contract,1031 Exchange,Owner Will Carry,Submit

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

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        $1,480/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/5/2026Price change$70,000-6.7%$91/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT26119703 Report a problem
        5/7/2026Price change$75,000-5.7%$98/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        4/23/2026Listed for sale$79,500+13.6%$104/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        11/2/2023Sold$70,000-12.5%$91/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT23115606 Report a problem
        10/9/2023Pending sale$80,000$104/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT23115606 Report a problem
        9/13/2023Price change$80,000-15.8%$104/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT23115606 Report a problem
        7/6/2023Listed for sale$95,000+45.9%$124/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT23115606 Report a problem
        7/13/2021Sold$65,100+713.8%$85/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/12/1999Sold$8,000$10/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,072 +4.2%$71,400 +2%
        2024$1,028 +2.5%$70,000 +2.7%
        2023$1,003 +2.1%$68,146 +2%
        2022$982 +110.4%$66,810 +269.1%
        2021$467 +1.5%$18,103 +1%
        2020$460 +0.8%$17,918 +2%
        2019$456 -75.9%$17,567 +2%
        2018$1,892 +480.2%$17,223 +2%
        2017$326 $16,885 +2%
        2016$326 +1.4%$16,554 +1.5%
        2015$322 -5.9%$16,305 +2%
        2014$342 $15,986 +0.5%
        2013-- $15,914 +2%
        2012-- $15,602 +2%
        2011-- $15,296 +0.8%
        2010-- $15,181 -0.2%
        2009-- $15,218 +2%
        2008-- $14,919 +2%
        2007-- $14,626 +2%
        2006-- $14,339 +2%
        2005-- $14,058 +2%
        2004-- $13,783 +1.9%
        2003-- $13,530 +2%
        2002-- $13,265 +2%
        2001-- $13,005 +2%
        2000-- $12,750
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 92277

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        24 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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