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  • Listed by: Joshua Tree Modern • Christina Beck • Contact: 760-808-4806
    Price cut: $18K (5/21)
    $380,000

    61625 Alta Vista Dr, Joshua Tree, CA 92252

    3beds
    1,107sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1990
    9,600 Square Feet Lot
    $376,400 Zestimate®
    $343/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Abundant natural lightAttached garageOpen-concept floor planExpansive private front yardSpacious three-bedroom desert homeGas firepit
    Tucked into the heart of Joshua Tree Village, this spacious three-bedroom desert home offers a rare blend of views, privacy, and walkable convenience. Designed for effortless living, the open-concept floor plan is filled with abundant natural light and views of the Joshua Tree National Park Ridgeline, creating an inviting space for gathering, relaxing, and hosting family and friends. Outside, the property is surrounded by lush desert landscaping with mature shade trees on irrigation, offering a true oasis feel and multiple outdoor living areas. Just 4 minutes from the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park, with direct boulder access across the street in the Desert View Conservation Area, adventure, hiking, and iconic desert scenery are literally at your doorstep! Downtown Joshua Tree—known for its farmers markets, artist open-air markets, boutiques, and dining—is conveniently located just down the road, anchoring this home in the creative heart of the High Desert community. Evenings are where this home truly comes alive. Relax in a hammock in the expansive private front yard while overlooking downtown Joshua Tree and the distant desert horizon. Host music nights and poker games in the attached garage, fire up the BBQ and gather around the gas firepit as the sun sets behind the National Park ridgeline, or unwind under a sky full of stars in the jacuzzi, surrounded by the peaceful quiet that draws over three million visitors to Joshua Tree each year. The home features paid-off solar, adding long-term value and energy efficiency, and has history as an active airbnb rental, making it ideal as a primary residence, weekend getaway, or investment property. This is truly 'Joshua Tree living'—close to the National Park, close to town, and grounded in calm nature, creative community, with space to breathe.
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    Listed by:

    Christina Beck DRE #02246305 760-604-5466,

    Joshua Tree Modern,

    Karla Ruzicki DRE #02213364,

    Joshua Tree Modern

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: JT26020135MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Dining Room
      Bedroom
      • Features: All Bedrooms Down
      Bedroom
      • Features: Bedroom on Main Level
      Bathroom
      • Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Walk-In Shower
      Kitchen
      • Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
      • Laundry: In Garage
      Features
      • Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level
      • Flooring: Laminate
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,107 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 6
      • Parking features: Driveway, Garage Faces Front
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Uncovered spaces: 4
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Entry location: 1
      • Patio & porch: None
      • Pool features: None
      • Has spa: Yes
      • Spa features: Private
      • Fencing: Chain Link
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: City Lights, Desert, Landmark, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Rocks
      Lot
      • Size: 9,600 Square Feet
      • Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Desert Back, Front Yard, Garden, Near Park, Sloped Up
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0602183040000
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Drywall, Stucco
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1990

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 220 Volts For Spa, Photovoltaics Seller Owned
      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Biking, Foothills, Hiking, Mountainous, Near National Forest, Preserve/Public Land, Park
      • Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
      Location
      • Region: Joshua Tree

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $343/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $445,708
      • Annual tax amount: $4,947
      • Date on market: 1/28/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 173 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,1031 Exchange,FHA,Fannie Mae,Freddie Mac,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $376,400

        $358,000 - $395,000

        $4,431/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/21/2026Price change$380,000-4.5%$343/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT26020135 Report a problem
        3/10/2026Price change$398,000-4.1%$360/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT26020135 Report a problem
        2/12/2026Price change$415,000-4.6%$375/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT26020135 Report a problem
        1/29/2026Listed for sale$435,000+3.6%$393/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT26020135 Report a problem
        5/2/2022Sold$420,000-6.7%$379/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        4/21/2022Pending sale$450,000$407/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT22013682 Report a problem
        2/28/2022Contingent$450,000$407/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT22013682 Report a problem
        2/16/2022Listed for sale$450,000$407/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT22013682 Report a problem
        2/10/2022Contingent$450,000$407/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT22013682 Report a problem
        1/23/2022Listed for sale$450,000$407/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT22013682 Report a problem
        3/24/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        2/26/2020Listing removed$1,175$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        2/10/2020Listed for rent$1,175+46.9%$1/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        12/26/2012Listing removed$800$1/sqft
        Source: Judy and Dave Rentals Report a problem
        11/26/2012Listed for rent$800+6.7%$1/sqft
        Source: Judy and Dave Rentals Report a problem
        7/8/2012Listing removed$750$1/sqft
        Source: Judy and Dave Rentals Report a problem
        6/8/2012Listed for rent$750$1/sqft
        Source: Judy and Dave Rentals Report a problem
        2/4/2012Listing removed$750$1/sqft
        Source: Judy and Dave Rentals Report a problem
        1/6/2012Listed for rent$750$1/sqft
        Source: Judy and Dave Rentals Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,947 -5.8%$445,708 +2%
        2024$5,253 +2%$436,968 +2%
        2023$5,152 +264.9%$428,400 +344.8%
        2022$1,412 +1.2%$96,305 +2%
        2021$1,395 +0.9%$94,417 +1%
        2020$1,383 -4.5%$93,449 +2%
        2019$1,448 +13.4%$91,617 +2%
        2018$1,277 +0.9%$89,821 +2%
        2017$1,265 $88,059 +2%
        2016$1,265 +1.6%$86,332 +1.5%
        2015$1,245 +2%$85,036 +2%
        2014$1,220 $83,370 +0.5%
        2013-- $82,993 +2%
        2012-- $81,366 +2%
        2011-- $79,771 +0.8%
        2010-- $79,175 -0.2%
        2009-- $79,363 +2%
        2008-- $77,807 +2%
        2007-- $76,281 +2%
        2006-- $74,786 +2%
        2005-- $73,320 +11.1%
        2004-- $66,000 +20%
        2003-- $55,000
        2002-- $55,000
        2001-- $55,000
        2000-- $55,000
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 92252

        Getting around

        15 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        16 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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