Welcome to 6957 Alturas Dr in Joshua Tree, where creativity, sustainability and desert living come together. This truly unique & custom home began its life as a modular prefab classroom and has been thoughtfully transformed into a warm, artistic residence where nearly every detail incorporates recycled, reclaimed or repurposed materials. The result is a desert home with character you simply won't find anywhere else. This one-of-a-kind property features a desirable split floor plan with 2-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, concrete floors, multiple mini-splits to keep you comfortable year round and expansive windows that fill the space with an abundance of natural light while creating a seamless connection between the interior and surrounding desert landscape. Eclectic, soulful and intentionally designed, this home is more than a residence, it's a piece of creative desert architecture. Outside you'll find an inviting deck perfectly suited for morning coffee or gathering under the desert sky. A unique corridor-style bridge extends from the home and leads to a private soaking pool made from a repurposed concrete pipe. With striking views of Joshua Tree's iconic boulders, this home was thoughtfully positioned from East-to-West to benefit from solar energy while capturing stunning sunrise and sunset views. Just minutes from downtown Joshua Tree & the Park entrance, this home's ideal location is one to be desired. Whether you're looking for a full-time home, investment property or weekend escape, this property offers a rare opportunity to own something truly different.
For sale
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Roadrunner Realty • Shantel Schaut • Contact: 760-221-5164
$525,000
6957 Alturas Dr, Joshua Tree, CA 92252
2beds
1,287sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2019
0.53 Acres Lot
$512,000 Zestimate®
$408/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 34 days
- 625
- 91
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Shantel Schaut DRE #02015470 760-221-5164,
Coldwell Banker Roadrunner Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: JT26193252
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ductless, Zoned
Appliances
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,287 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: South side door
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Desert, Mountain(s), Rocks
Lot
- Size: 0.53 Acres
- Features: Desert Back, Desert Front
Details
- Parcel number: 0603051110000
- Special conditions: Probate Listing
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2019
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Construction elements: Recycled Materials
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Rural, Suburban
Location
- Region: Joshua Tree
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $408/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $185,974
- Date on market: 9/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 34 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Submit
Estimated market value
$512,000
$486,000 - $538,000
$2,220/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $525,000+1079.8%$408/sqft |
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| 8/10/2025 | Listing removed | $3,000$2/sqft |
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| 7/12/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,000$2/sqft |
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| 6/11/2025 | Listing removed | $3,000$2/sqft |
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| 5/16/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,000$2/sqft |
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| 6/19/2007 | Sold | $44,500+217.9%$35/sqft |
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| 3/21/2005 | Sold | $14,000$11/sqft |
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| 12/23/2004 | Sold | $14,000$11/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $185,974 +2% |
| 2025 | $2,480 +4.5% | $182,328 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,374 +1.9% | $178,753 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,329 +2% | $175,248 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,283 +1.2% | $171,811 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,257 +16.6% | $168,442 +17.8% |
| 2020 | $1,936 +82.5% | $143,000 +138.3% |
| 2019 | $1,061 -52.3% | $60,000 |
| 2018 | $2,222 +142.6% | $60,000 |
| 2017 | $916 | $60,000 +20% |
| 2016 | $916 +15.4% | $50,000 +26.3% |
| 2015 | $794 +23.8% | $39,600 +10% |
| 2014 | $641 | $36,000 +20% |
| 2013 | -- | $30,000 -50% |
| 2012 | -- | $60,000 +438.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $11,148 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $10,929 |
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