Huge price drop $$ . Discover wide-open desert living on over 97,000 sq. ft. of land in the desirable Sunny Sands community of Joshua Tree. This spacious 1,996 sq. ft. home offers room to spread out, relax, and enjoy the peaceful high-desert lifestyle.
Inside, you’ll find two generous living areas, each anchored by its own wood-burning stove—one styled like a freestanding fireplace for added charm. The large kitchen with center island provides excellent workspace and storage, perfect for cooking, gathering, and entertaining.
The home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including a primary suite with a custom tile walk-in shower. An indoor laundry area that adds everyday convenience.
Step outside to experience true desert living. The property includes:
Detached garage with two bay roll-up doors
Outdoor BBQ area ideal for gatherings
Observation deck (needs some work but offers incredible potential for stargazing)
Desert-friendly landscaping with plenty of open space to customize
With its expansive lot, versatile layout, and unique desert features, this property is perfect for full-time living, a getaway retreat, or a future investment opportunity in one of Southern California’s most sought-after desert communities.
For sale
Listed by: COLDWELL BANKER KIVETT-TEETERS • Rod Watson • Contact: 951-845-5520
Price cut: $69K (8/6)
$400,000
3255 Sunset Rd, Joshua Tree, CA 92252
3beds
1,996sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
2.23 Acres Lot
$396,600 Zestimate®
$200/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 68 days
- 209
- 10
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rod Watson DRE #01944558 951-845-5520,
COLDWELL BANKER KIVETT-TEETERS
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: IG26136878
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Family Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Family room
- Features: Separate Family Room
Heating
- Central, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- All Bedrooms Up, Primary Suite
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,996 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: front
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Desert
Lot
- Size: 2.23 Acres
- Features: 2-5 Units/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 0599272020000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Hiking
Location
- Region: Joshua Tree
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $200/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $174,030
- Date on market: 7/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 69 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Submit,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$396,600
$377,000 - $416,000
$3,081/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2026 | Price change | $400,000-14.7%$200/sqft |
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| 7/28/2026 | Price change | $469,000-2.1%$235/sqft |
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| 7/27/2026 | Price change | $479,000-4%$240/sqft |
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| 7/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,000+315.8%$250/sqft |
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| 9/2/2003 | Sold | $120,000$60/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $174,030 +2% |
| 2025 | $2,263 +4.4% | $170,618 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,166 +2% | $167,272 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,125 +2% | $163,992 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,082 +1.2% | $160,776 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,058 +0.9% | $157,624 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,040 -5% | $156,007 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,148 +9.1% | $152,948 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,969 +1.1% | $149,949 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,948 | $147,009 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,948 +1.7% | $144,127 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,915 -1.8% | $141,962 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,951 | $139,181 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $138,552 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $135,835 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $133,172 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $132,176 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $132,490 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $129,892 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $127,345 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $124,848 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $122,400 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $120,000 +64.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $72,854 |
| 2002 | -- | $72,854 |
| 2001 | -- | $72,854 |
| 2000 | -- | $72,854 |
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