$399,000
$20K PRICE DROP

2040 Milky Way Dr Joshua Tree, CA 92252

Estimated payment $2,312/month

Total Views 2,205
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,296 Sq Ft
$308 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • No HOA
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Near a National Forest
  • Open to Family Room
  • Rear Porch

About This Home

Cozy 3-Bedroom Home on 2.2 Acres in North Joshua Tree with panoramic views. Escape to the serene beauty of North Joshua Tree with this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home, set on a generous 2.2-acre lot. Nestled in one of the most sought-after areas of the high desert, this property offers breathtaking views of the surrounding desert landscape and is the perfect sanctuary for those seeking peace and privacy--all while being close to paved road for easy accessibility. With nearly 1.300 square feet of living space, including an open-plan living room with pass-through to kitchen, and features a gas-powered fireplace for those chilly desert evenings, this home provides a perfect place for entertaining and has endless potential. Stained concrete floors are throughout the home, and there is also a separate laundry/storage room. Enjoy stunning desert vistas, including mesmerizing sunsets and a starry night sky right from your own property. Known for its quiet, laid-back atmosphere and close proximity to Joshua Tree National Park, local art galleries, and the vibrant community of Joshua Tree Village. This property is a perfect blend of natural beauty and tranquility, offering a unique opportunity to own a slice of North Joshua Tree. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, a full-time residence, or a desert retreat to call your own, this home has it all!

Last Listed By

Michel Cicero

Joshua Tree Realty Brokerage Phone: 213-210-6716 License #01951034 Listed on: 02/26/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $994

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 2.2 Acre Lot
  • Desert faces the front and back of the property
  • Property is zoned JT/RL

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Desert

Interior Spaces

  • 1,296 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Concrete Flooring

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Rear Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Propane
  • Conventional Septic

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 23
  • Tax Tract Number 5328
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0632041070000
  • $456 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Near a National Forest

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$994

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: JT/RL
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 0632041070000
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1296.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Concrete
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 307.87
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Bathroom Features: Shower In Tub
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Open To Family Room

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: Desert, Mountain(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Individual Room, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Conventional Septic
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Blm/National Forest

Schools

  • School District: Morongo Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Desert Back, Desert Front
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 95832.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.2000

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 95832.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 104.20
  • Tax Lot: 23
  • Tax Tract Number: 5328
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 456.00

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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
2024 $994 $53,794 $7,685 $46,109
2023 $977 $52,739 $7,534 $45,205
2022 $960 $51,705 $7,386 $44,319
2021 $949 $50,691 $7,241 $43,450
2020 $940 $50,171 $7,167 $43,004
2019 $975 $49,187 $7,026 $42,161
2018 $810 $48,222 $6,888 $41,334
2017 $804 $47,277 $6,753 $40,524
2016 $793 $46,350 $6,621 $39,729
2015 $760 $45,654 $6,522 $39,132
2014 $785 $44,759 $6,394 $38,365
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/22/2025 05/22/25 Price Changed $399,000 -2.7% $308 / Sq Ft
03/31/2025 03/31/25 Price Changed $410,000 -2.1% $316 / Sq Ft
02/26/2025 02/26/25 For Sale $419,000 -- $323 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed $35,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $56,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $31,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: JT25041251

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 0632-041-07