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$1,049,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26900571 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Set across 20 extraordinary acres of park-like desert wilderness, this Joshua Tree retreat feels like owning a private piece of the National Park. Joshua trees, sculptural boulders, native terrain and winding trails surround the property, with panoramic views in every direction and spectacular High Desert sunsets. Thoughtfully remodeled in 2024, the two-bedroom, two-bath residence blends warm Japandi-inspired design with the raw beauty of its surroundings. Cork flooring, concrete countertops, an induction range, updated windows and doors, and artistic details give the interiors an organic, understated character. Sculptures and creative installations throughout further the feeling of a true artist's retreat. Outdoor living is at the heart of the experience. A sunken hot tub and yoga deck overlook the horizon for unforgettable sunsets, while an outdoor soaking tub and greenhouse-style outdoor shower create intimate connections with the surrounding landscape. Trails, rock formations and endless open land transform the 20 acres into a private desert playground. A 1000+ square-foot detached garage with vaulted ceilings offers significant value-add potential, with the possibility of conversion into an ADU with up to three additional bedrooms and creating the potential for a five-bedroom desert compound. There is also ample room for a pool and further outdoor development. With its acreage, privacy, experiential amenities and potential to expand the guest count, the property presents an exceptional opportunity to create a standout Joshua Tree short-term rental. Whether envisioned as a private sanctuary, creative compound, second home or high-performing desert retreat, this is an increasingly rare Joshua Tree offering: 20 private acres, remarkable natural beauty, thoughtful design and exceptional potential. A true trophy property of the High Desert.

59489 Onaga Trail, Joshua Tree
$490,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ JT26160189 MLS ⋅ Active Status
This gorgeous home is all about the views! Perched high up in Joshua Tree's Friendly Hills area, you have stunning views of Joshua Tree and the surrounding mountains. From the back yard, enjoy spectacular boulder views from the hills running behind this residential area. Home is open concept with vaulted ceilings to add to the space. Features include both living room and family rooms with a two sided fireplace in between. Kitchen is absolutely beautiful with huge center island, breakfast bar, granite counters and plenty of cabinetry. All four bedrooms are good sized, with one near the living area perfect for an office or library. Master bedroom has a great walk in closet with a wonderful kit installed. Back yard is quite large and mostly private space. There is a laundry room off the garage. Home has solar lease currently appx $250/month and will be complete in 7 years.

61053 Sandalwood, Joshua Tree
$1,549,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26854185 MLS ⋅ Active Status
61464 Melton Trail is the kind of home that quietly changes your expectations of what desert architecture can be. Purposefully designed and thoughtfully engineered, this private retreat sits on more than an acre in Joshua Tree's coveted Upper Friendly Hills, where uninterrupted 360-degree mountain and desert views become part of everyday living. Currently operating as a professionally managed luxury short-term rental, the property has generated approximately $75,000 in gross rental income year-to-date, offering buyers the rare opportunity to acquire a design-forward residence with an established operating history. (Buyer to independently verify income and operating expenses.)The architecture embraces simplicity, proportion, and light. A soaring great room with a dramatic skylight and vaulted ceilings anchors the home, while expansive glass blurs the line between indoors and out. Two private ensuite bedroom wings provide separation for owners and guests, creating a floor plan that feels equally suited for quiet weekends, extended stays, or entertaining. Unlike virtually every competing home in the area, the residence is constructed using Structural Concrete Insulated Panels (SCIP), an advanced building system engineered for longevity rather than convention. Reinforced concrete panels and extensive steel reinforcement create exceptional thermal efficiency, remarkable acoustic isolation, outstanding fire and seismic resistance, and significantly lower long-term maintenance. This is architecture designed to endure for generations. Every finish reflects the same commitment to craftsmanship. Venetian plaster walls, handmade custom oak cabinetry, Italian terrazzo flooring, imported tile, premium Dekton surfaces, and a sculptural custom kitchen island create an understated yet sophisticated aesthetic. Fisher & Paykel integrated appliances, a Bosch convection range, designer lighting, Baldwin hardware, and custom mirrors complete interiors that prioritize quality over trends. Outside, the property functions as a private boutique resort. A heated pool, seven-person Cal Spa, multiple outdoor entertaining spaces, and expansive desert skies create an atmosphere that feels worlds away while remaining just minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, restaurants, galleries, and local attractions. Whether enjoying sunrise coffee, afternoon swims, or evenings beneath a canopy of stars, every space has been designed to celebrate the surrounding landscape.Modern infrastructure supports the architecture with owned solar, dual-zone high-efficiency heat pumps, EV charging, city water, fire sprinklers, and premium energy-efficient systems throughout. The property is offered with an active short-term rental permit and professional management already in place, providing a seamless transition for buyers seeking either a private residence, a luxury retreat, or a high-end hospitality investment. The lot also offers future ADU potential, creating opportunities for additional guest accommodations or expanded income potential. More than a desert home, 61464 Melton Trail is a rare intersection of architecture, engineering, and lifestyle, created for buyers who appreciate thoughtful design, enduring construction, and properties that perform as beautifully as they look.

61464 Melton Trail, Joshua Tree
$699,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ JT26135507 MLS ⋅ Active Status
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.

61394 Latham Trail, Joshua Tree
$750,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ JT26029592 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Your desert oasis awaits you. Relax with beautiful fountains and mountain views located minutes from down town Joshua Tree. This home has two bedroom and two baths with a spacious oasis backyard around fountains, spa and cooling pool in South Central Joshua Tree that is in close proximity (4.4 miles) to the West Joshua Tree National Park Entrance and 1 mile from downtown Joshua Tree. Over one acre with natural desert landscaping provides better enjoyment of the hot tub / spa, and the back patio spaces while admiring the towering wonderland of rocks which rise up majestically just one mile away. Centrally located in South Joshua Tree, this family friendly ranch house on over a full acre and surrounded by breath taking scenery. Enjoy views from windows around the house. There are two bedrooms, one king and one queen. The property has magical views of the Joshua Tree National Park and the Desert View Conservation Area that rise to the east and south. This vacation destination is in a prime location. The home is 6 minutes to four major grocery stores, 6 minutes to the Joshua Tree National Park entrance, and 2 minutes to downtown Joshua Tree. Open the doors to the master bedroom to step out onto the steps and enjoy the hot tub on the desert landscape and the stars at evening. Or enjoy the adjacent cooling pool under a five foot waterfall. Enjoy the natural stonework throughout the back yard. Play horse shoes under light, barbeque, or relax in lounge chairs under a pergola. Sit around the fire pit or the outdoor table where you may open the large scenic gate to see the Joshua Tree basin or close it and enjoy the privacy walls and relax around several fountains of a desert oasis.

61611 Alta Loma Drive, Joshua Tree
$1,200,000
JT24214335 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Rare opportunity to develop nearly 9 acres of Joshua Tree hillside into 6 parcels of more than an acre each. Sublime views of the basin and the playa – the vast ancient Sunfair dry lake bed. Back on the hillside, nestled into the rocks, epic views abound. Skyward, darkness forever, amid stars, galaxies and dark matter. Here on earth, in the desert, above the floor, up on the wall, looking outward, over the town the possibilities feel limitless. APN: 0588-171-09. Please see accompanying video. Or to watch video, google: “Mountain Trail parcel 0588-171-09”. https://youtu.be/vp0OIR84z64?si=9S9wbjNZII-IWiUL

60300 Mountain Trail, Joshua Tree

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