Welcome to The Drive-In, a truly one-of-a-kind desert retreat and fully operational short-term rental compound situated on two separate parcels totaling approximately 8.5 acres. Featured in Architectural Digest, this exceptional property offers a rare combination of privacy, designer finishes, resort-style amenities, and established rental history.
The property features a beautifully remodeled main residence and separate, freestanding guest casita, both thoughtfully designed with modern finishes and offered fully furnished, right down to the linens, for a truly turnkey experience.
Designed for unforgettable desert experiences, The Drive-In boasts an incredible collection of outdoor amenities, including a private drive-in movie theater with a massive 12' x 20' screen, swimming pool with custom deck, hot tub, pickleball court, built-in BBQ, fire pit with built-in seating, outdoor dining area, 80-yard closest-to-the-pin golf hole, six-hammock stargazing circle, yoga deck, outdoor stone soaking tub with hot and cold water, and many more amenities.
For buyers seeking an established short-term rental investment, the seller is also willing to include the existing Airbnb listing, complete with its accumulated guest reviews and future reservations, as well as The Drive-In's established Instagram account with nearly 40,000 followers. This presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire not only a remarkable property but also the existing digital presence and booking pipeline associated with this well-known desert destination.
The main residence features two permitted bedrooms and central air conditioning, while the separate one-bedroom casita offers its own mini-split system. The property currently benefits from two separate short-term rental permits, allowing for a combined maximum occupancy of 10 guests.
Whether you're looking for a private desert escape, a unique hospitality investment, or a fully furnished vacation rental with an established following, The Drive-In is a rare opportunity to own one of Joshua Tree's most distinctive properties.
For sale
Listed by: Compass • Bryce Cano • Contact: 949-500-8337
$1,350,000
5725 Sunfair Rd, Joshua Tree, CA 92252
3beds
1,170sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
4.1 Acres Lot
$1,296,600 Zestimate®
$1,154/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Bryce Cano DRE #02085650 949-500-8337,
Compass
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NP26223106
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Separate Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Stacked
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Furnished: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,170 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Uncovered, Unpaved
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Above Ground, Permits, Private
- Fencing: Wire
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Desert, Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Valley
Lot
- Size: 4.1 Acres
- Features: Desert Back, Desert Front, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House Detached
- Parcel number: 0607201020000
- Zoning: JT/RL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts For Spa
- Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Rural
HOA
- Amenities included: Fire Pit, Barbecue, Spa/Hot Tub
Location
- Region: Joshua Tree
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,154/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $963,930
- Date on market: 10/14/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Road surface type: Unimproved
Estimated market value
$1,296,600
$1.23M - $1.36M
$2,351/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000-3.6%$1,154/sqft |
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| 12/16/2025 | Listing removed | $1,400,000-3.4%$1,197/sqft |
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| 6/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000+36%$1,239/sqft |
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| 11/3/2023 | Sold | $1,066,500-9.5%$912/sqft |
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| 11/2/2023 | Pending sale | $1,179,000$1,008/sqft |
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| 9/24/2023 | Contingent | $1,179,000$1,008/sqft |
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| 8/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,179,000+22.2%$1,008/sqft |
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| 7/22/2022 | Sold | $965,000+7.2%$825/sqft |
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| 7/2/2022 | Pending sale | $900,000$769/sqft |
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| 6/9/2022 | Listed for sale | $900,000$769/sqft |
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| 6/2/2022 | Pending sale | $900,000$769/sqft |
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| 5/17/2022 | Listed for sale | $900,000+74.1%$769/sqft |
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| 12/18/2020 | Sold | $517,000-5.8%$442/sqft |
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| 11/16/2020 | Pending sale | $549,000$469/sqft |
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| 10/30/2020 | Listed for sale | $549,000+545.9%$469/sqft |
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| 12/2/2015 | Sold | $85,000+30.8%$73/sqft |
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| 11/3/2015 | Pending sale | $65,000$56/sqft |
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| 10/30/2015 | Listed for sale | $65,000$56/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $963,930 +2% |
| 2025 | $11,429 +4.9% | $945,030 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,900 +7.1% | $926,500 +7.7% |
| 2023 | $10,182 +64.4% | $860,000 +70.2% |
| 2022 | $6,193 +20% | $505,340 +560.1% |
| 2021 | $5,161 +319.5% | $76,556 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,230 -4.1% | $75,771 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,283 +15.1% | $74,285 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,114 +0.9% | $72,828 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,105 | $71,400 +111.8% |
| 2016 | $1,105 +1.5% | $33,718 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,089 +80% | $33,212 +2% |
| 2014 | $605 | $32,562 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $32,415 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $31,780 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $31,157 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $30,924 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $30,998 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $30,390 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $29,794 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $29,210 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $28,638 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $28,076 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $27,561 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $27,021 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $26,491 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $25,972 |
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