Located in the desirable Upper Friendly Hills neighborhood of Joshua Tree, this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers elevated desert living just minutes from downtown Joshua Tree and the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park. Set on 1.26 acres with sweeping views of the National Park mountain ridge and city lights, the property blends comfort, privacy, and strong lifestyle appeal.
The home features an open living and dining area with French doors leading to a large shaded deck designed to take in the surrounding mountain views. The kitchen includes a pantry and double oven, with a dedicated laundry room connecting directly to the 2-car garage. The large primary suite also opens to the deck through sliding doors and includes a spacious bathroom with double sinks and a beautiful tiled walk-in shower.
Outdoor amenities include an in-ground pool, spa, sunken propane fire pit, outdoor shower, electric car charger, and multiple areas for lounging, entertaining, and enjoying the desert landscape. The expansive 1.26-acre lot offers room for future expansion, a pickleball court, additional outdoor amenities, or whatever your imagination calls for.
With its location, views, layout, and resort-style outdoor spaces, this property has excellent potential as a primary residence, second home, or short-term rental investment.
For sale
Listed by: Joshua Tree Modern • Karla Ruzicki • Contact: 760-808-4806
$699,000
61394 Latham Trl, Joshua Tree, CA 92252
3beds
1,109sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
1.27 Acres Lot
$678,500 Zestimate®
$630/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 13 days |
- 658 |
- 67 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Karla Ruzicki DRE #02213364 310-569-0122,
Joshua Tree Modern,
Mark Velasco DRE #01789768,
West Shores Realty, Inc.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: JT26135507
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Retreat, Recreation, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Granite Counters, Remodeled, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen, Utility Sink
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Furnished, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Wired for Sound, All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Furnished: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,109 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: In Ground, Private
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Desert, Hills, Landmark, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Rocks
Lot
- Size: 1.27 Acres
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Desert Back, Desert Front
Details
- Parcel number: 0588231160000
- Zoning: JT/RS-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Foothills, Hiking, Near National Forest, Preserve/Public Land, Rural
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Joshua Tree
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $630/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $671,807
- Annual tax amount: $8,208
- Date on market: 6/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 13 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Cal Vet Loan,1031 Exchange,FHA,Fannie Mae,VA Loan
- Inclusions: All furniture and most of decor and home accessories
- Exclusions: Some of stager items.
- Road surface type: Unimproved
Estimated market value
$678,500
$645,000 - $712,000
$2,624/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000+19.5%$630/sqft |
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| 3/4/2022 | Sold | $585,000-2.5%$528/sqft |
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| 1/26/2022 | Contingent | $599,900$541/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #JT21262034 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2022 | Price change | $599,900-4%$541/sqft |
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| 1/14/2022 | Price change | $625,000-3.8%$564/sqft |
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| 12/10/2021 | Listed for sale | $650,000+215.5%$586/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #JT21262034 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2019 | Sold | $206,000+106.2%$186/sqft |
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| 5/25/2010 | Listing removed | $99,900-0.1%$90/sqft |
Source: Select Realty Services #61394lathamtrl Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2010 | Sold | $100,000+0.1%$90/sqft |
Source:  CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #21385364 Report a problem | ||
| 12/24/2009 | Listed for sale | $99,900-16.8%$90/sqft |
Source: Select Realty Services #61394lathamtrl Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2009 | Sold | $120,000-60%$108/sqft |
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| 1/20/2006 | Sold | $300,000+57.9%$271/sqft |
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| 3/30/2005 | Sold | $190,000$171/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,208 +12.5% | $671,807 +10.4% |
| 2024 | $7,294 +2% | $608,634 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,154 +320.8% | $596,700 +391% |
| 2022 | $1,700 +1.2% | $121,518 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,680 +0.9% | $119,135 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,666 -4.7% | $117,913 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,747 +11.1% | $115,601 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,572 +1% | $113,335 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,557 | $111,113 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,557 +1.7% | $108,934 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,532 +2% | $107,297 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,501 | $105,195 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $104,720 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $102,666 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $100,652 -13.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $116,000 -33.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $175,000 -25.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $234,000 -23.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $306,000 +57.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $193,800 +110.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $92,159 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $90,352 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $88,696 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $86,956 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $85,251 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $83,580 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92252
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Friendly Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10La Contenta Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 4/10Yucca Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.7 mi
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