$400,000
SOLD MAY 21, 2025

1517 Hilton Ave Yucca Valley, CA 92284

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,695 Sq Ft
5 Acres

Recently Sold

$236 Per Sq Ft

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open Floorplan
  • Mountain View
  • 5 Acre Lot
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Wood Burning Stove

About This Home

As of May 2025

Rare Desert Gem in Yucca Valley's Mesa Area - Artist's Retreat on 5 AcresWelcome to your private desert sanctuary in the sought-after Mesa neighborhood of Yucca Valley. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers 1,695 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed space, plus a versatile artist studio that easily converts to a 4th bedroom or creative workspace.From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by the home's natural setting--framed by mature desert trees, native cactus gardens, and sweeping views from every room. Inside, you'll find an updated kitchen with an eating bar perfect for casual dining, polished concrete floors that bring a modern touch, and a cozy wood-burning stove that anchors the open-concept living area.Large view windows invite in the stunning desert landscape, creating a serene connection to nature throughout the home. Step outside to an oversized back deck ideal for entertaining or stargazing, complete with a firepit and multiple sitting areas that make the most of the expansive 5-acre lot.Whether you're looking for a peaceful full-time residence, a weekend getaway, or a creative retreat, this one-of-a-kind property is truly a rare find in the High Desert.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cindy High

Weichert Realtors-Preferred License #01499498 Listed on: 04/12/2025

Weichert Realtors-Preferred

Last Buyer's Agent

Christina Beck

Joshua Tree Modern License #02246305

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $990

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 5 Acre Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Private Lot
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Back and Front Yard

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Desert
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,695 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Partially Furnished
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entryway
  • Great Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Concrete Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Studio bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 6 Car Parking Spaces
  • 6 Parking Garage Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Property is located within a water district
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0631031550000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$990

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Attached/Detached: No
  • Property Orientation Faces: Front Door Faces West
  • Levels: One
  • Building Number Of Stories: 1
  • Building Style: Mid Century
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 235.93
  • Lp Sp Ratio: 1.0000
  • View Type: Desert, Mountain(s), Hills
  • Water District Name: Hi- Desert Water
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Listing I D: 219128397
  • Listing Member Address: 43100 Cook St., #104, Palm Desert, CA 92211
  • Listing Office Address: 43100 Cook St., #104, Palm Desert, CA 92211
  • Listing Office Fax: (760) 469-4606
  • Selling Office Address: 61762 Twentynine Palms Highway, Joshua Tree, CA 92252
  • Land Type: Fee
  • Subdivision: Not Applicable
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal, Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Appliances Other: washer/dryer combo
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Range Hood: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Flooring: Concrete
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Dining Area
  • Kitchen Features: Remodeled
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1695.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Wood, Siding
  • Roofing: Composition Shingle
  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Patio: Covered
  • Planned Unit Development: No
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Oversized, Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6.00
  • Total Uncovered Assigned Spaces: 6.00

Utilities

  • Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
  • Heating: Central, Wood Stove
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Water District
  • Water Heater Feature: Electric

Lot Info

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0631031550000
  • Irrigation: Drip System
  • Lot Acres: 5.0000
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Private, Front Yard
  • Lot Size: 217800.00

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Partially
  • Land Lease Type: Fee Simple
  • Short Term Rentals: Unknown

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 25, 2022
Sold by
Cross and Simon
Bought by
Cross Johnston Trust
Current Estimated Value
$392,435

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 2011
Sold by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Company
Bought by
Cross Ros and Johnston Simon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2011
Sold by
Gabuya Rafaela R
Bought by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Company

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 21, 2006
Sold by
Gabuya Rafaela R
Bought by
Gabuya Rafaela and Gabuya Rudolph

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$195,000
Interest Rate
7.95%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2005
Sold by
Gabuya Rafaela R
Bought by
Gabuya Rafaela R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
5.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 1999
Sold by
Lyvers Robert A
Bought by
Gabuya Rafaela R
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $50,500 Premium Title Of California
Trustee Deed $69,000 Accommodation
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Quit Claim Deed $55,502 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $195,000 Balloon
Previous Owner $138,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $100,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/21/2025 05/21/25 Sold $400,000 0.0% $236 / Sq Ft
04/21/2025 04/21/25 Pending -- -- --
04/12/2025 04/12/25 For Sale $399,900 -- $236 / Sq Ft
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $990 $62,802 $12,559 $50,243
2024 $990 $61,571 $12,313 $49,258
2023 $972 $60,364 $12,072 $48,292
2022 $952 $59,180 $11,835 $47,345
2021 $941 $58,020 $11,603 $46,417
2020 $931 $57,425 $11,484 $45,941
2019 $971 $56,299 $11,259 $45,040
2018 $805 $55,195 $11,038 $44,157
2017 $798 $54,113 $10,822 $43,291
2016 $786 $53,052 $10,610 $42,442
2015 $771 $52,255 $10,451 $41,804
2014 $765 $51,231 $10,246 $40,985
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 219128397

California Desert Association of REALTORS®

APN: 0631-031-55