Welcome to 61493 Desert Air Road, a private Joshua Tree retreat set behind tall fencing and mature trees that create a peaceful sense of seclusion. The fully fenced front and back yards give the property a quiet, tucked-away feel with space to relax, entertain, and enjoy the desert lifestyle. The backyard is the highlight, featuring an above-ground spa for soaking under the stars and a cowboy tub for cooling off after a day in the desert sun.
Inside, the home is comfortable and inviting with an updated kitchen, newer air conditioning system, and newer water heater for added peace of mind. Just minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, local shops, restaurants, hiking, climbing, and world-class stargazing, this property captures the lifestyle buyers look for in Joshua Tree.
Whether used as a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or investment property, this home offers strong flexibility. A well-positioned desert escape with the privacy and outdoor space that make it stand out.
For sale
Listed by: The Glen Realty
$350,000
61493 Desert Air Rd, Joshua Tree, CA 92252
3beds
1,007sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1994
8,700 Square Feet Lot
$380,700 Zestimate®
$348/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Connor McClay DRE #02158877 760-625-2220,
The Glen Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: JT26133588
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,007 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Above Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Desert, Hills, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 8,700 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0602241050000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Hiking, Mountainous, Park, Preserve/Public Land, Rural
Location
- Region: Joshua Tree
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $348/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $456,900
- Annual tax amount: $5,656
- Date on market: 6/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 1 day
- Listing terms: Submit
Estimated market value
$380,700
$362,000 - $400,000
$2,304/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $350,000-11.4%$348/sqft |
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| 6/9/2026 | Price change | $3,979-36.7%$4/sqft |
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| 6/1/2026 | Price change | $6,286+58%$6/sqft |
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| 5/30/2026 | Price change | $3,979-34.1%$4/sqft |
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| 5/17/2026 | Price change | $6,040-0.1%$6/sqft |
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| 5/15/2026 | Price change | $6,045-0.5%$6/sqft |
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| 5/13/2026 | Price change | $6,075-0.5%$6/sqft |
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| 5/11/2026 | Price change | $6,108-0.2%$6/sqft |
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| 5/9/2026 | Listed for rent | $6,119+144.9%$6/sqft |
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| 5/9/2026 | Listing removed | $2,499$2/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Listing removed | $395,000$392/sqft |
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| 1/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $395,000$392/sqft |
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| 12/29/2025 | Listing removed | $395,000$392/sqft |
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| 11/23/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,499$2/sqft |
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| 10/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $395,000-28.2%$392/sqft |
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| 7/4/2025 | Listing removed | $2,499$2/sqft |
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| 4/23/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,499$2/sqft |
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| 12/5/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/15/2023 | Listing removed | $550,000$546/sqft |
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| 8/14/2023 | Listed for sale | $550,000+13.9%$546/sqft |
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| 2/10/2022 | Sold | $483,000+7.6%$480/sqft |
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| 11/12/2021 | Contingent | $449,000$446/sqft |
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| 11/10/2021 | Listed for sale | $449,000+141.4%$446/sqft |
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| 8/23/2021 | Sold | $186,000+3620%$185/sqft |
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| 4/9/2001 | Sold | $5,000-91.8%$5/sqft |
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| 11/7/1994 | Sold | $61,000$61/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,656 -5.9% | $456,900 -9% |
| 2024 | $6,009 +2% | $502,123 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,894 +141.3% | $492,278 +164.7% |
| 2022 | $2,443 +34.3% | $186,000 +41.6% |
| 2021 | $1,819 +60.9% | $131,347 +83.3% |
| 2020 | $1,131 -4.2% | $71,646 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,181 +16.6% | $70,242 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,013 +0.9% | $68,864 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,004 | $67,514 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,004 +1.5% | $66,191 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $989 +4% | $65,197 +2% |
| 2014 | $950 | $63,920 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $63,631 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $62,383 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $61,160 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $60,703 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $60,847 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $59,654 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $58,484 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $57,337 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $56,213 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $55,111 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $54,101 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $53,040 -22.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $68,088 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $66,753 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92252
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Joshua Tree Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 2.2 mi
- 3/10La Contenta Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 4/10Yucca Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6 mi
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