$560,000
SOLD JAN 26, 2021

2500 Center Ave Joshua Tree, CA 92252

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,436 Sq Ft
4.9 Acres

Recently Sold

$390 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

76 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Spa
  • Custom Home
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Panoramic View
  • No HOA
  • Rear Porch

About This Home

As of April 2023

Premier turnkey desert escape coined "Stargazer Cabin" is now available and ready for those seeking a Joshua Tree getaway spent in solitude and luxury. This completely renovated 1,436 square feet 3 bedroom 1 bathroom home is nestled on a huge lot boasting 5 acres of prime desert land. Pulling up to this one-of-a-kind retreat you'll be taken back by the stylish custom steel fencing offering great privacy. Upon entering through the front door you'll notice just how unique this hideaway really is.  An abundance of natural light shining through the dual pane windows promotes an open and airy feeling and hip wood laminate flooring flows throughout the well appointed floor plan. The modern kitchen with custom finishes and designed for entertaining comes fully equipped with stainless steel refrigerator, oven, wine fridge, dishwasher, and microwave! Each bedroom has plenty of space with EXPANSIVE views found through each window. The tastefully designed bathroom offers upgraded marble finishes, double sinks and medicine mirrors! One of the most fabulous features are the wooden decks where you can lose yourself in the beautiful star filled skies! Additional features include recessed lighting and custom light fixtures, central AC/heating, newer steel roof,  fully fenced yard, indoor laundry with washer/dryer, modern ceiling fans, wood burning stove, cowboy pool, spa/jacuzzi, and so much more! It's not everyday a property like this comes along so book your private tour before it's gone!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Paul Karr

Cherie Miller & Associates License #01850796

Cherie Miller & Associates

Last Buyer's Agent

Shelley Hefner

Coldwell Banker Roadrunner License #02076237

Coldwell Banker Roadrunner

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,867

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 4.9 Acre Lot
  • Rural Setting
  • Desert faces the front and back of the property
  • Wood Fence
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned JT/RL

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Mountain
  • Desert

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Turnkey
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,436 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laminate Flooring

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Propane Oven
  • Propane Cooktop

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Outdoor Features

  • Heated Spa
  • Wood patio
  • Rear Porch

Location

  • Suburban Location

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Conventional Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 11
  • Tax Tract Number 104
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0605341080000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,867

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Surface Type: Unpaved
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: JT/RL
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman, Custom Built
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 0605341080000
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1436.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: In Kitchen, Separated
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 389.97
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room
  • Spa Features: Heated
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower In Tub

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Slab
  • View: Desert, Mountain(s), Panoramic
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Wood
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Frame

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Propane Oven, Propane Range, Propane Cooktop, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Sewer: Conventional Septic
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Rural, Suburban

Schools

  • School District: Morongo Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Desert Back, Desert Front, Front Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 213444.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.9000

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 213444.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 104.20
  • Tax Lot: 11
  • Tax Tract Number: 104

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 10, 2023
Closed on
Apr 4, 2023
Sold by
Pancheri Tamara Tollner
Bought by
Pancheri Thomas J
Seller's Agent
Shelley Hefner
Coldwell Banker Roadrunner
Buyer's Agent
Heather Dunsmoor
The Good Life High Desert
List Price
$874,000
Sold Price
$812,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$62,000
-7.09%
Total Days on Market
76
Views
70
Current Estimated Value
$805,675

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$6,325
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.37%
Original Mortgage
$615,000
Outstanding Balance
$601,384
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$204,291

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 10, 2023
Closed on
Apr 3, 2023
Sold by
Reps Jt Holdings 1 Llc
Bought by
Weston Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Shelley Hefner
Coldwell Banker Roadrunner
Buyer's Agent
Heather Dunsmoor
The Good Life High Desert
List Price
$874,000
Sold Price
$812,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$62,000
-7.09%
Views
70

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$615,000
Outstanding Balance
$601,384
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$204,291

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 14, 2022
Sold by
Pancheri Thomas J
Bought by
Jt Holdings Llc

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 16, 2020
Closed on
Jan 10, 2021
Sold by
Hallam Dallas R and Hallam Michelle M
Bought by
Pancheri Thomas J
Seller's Agent
Paul Karr
Cherie Miller & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Shelley Hefner
Coldwell Banker Roadrunner
List Price
$599,900
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,900
-6.65%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.76%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 5, 2018
Closed on
Jul 18, 2018
Sold by
Mirage Cove Properties Llc
Bought by
Hallam Dallas R and Hallam Michelle M
Seller's Agent
Joanna Struthers
M1 Properties
Buyer's Agent
Paul Karr
Joshua Tree Realty
List Price
$390,900
Sold Price
$370,800
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,100
-5.14%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.77%
Original Mortgage
$278,100
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 30, 2016
Closed on
Jun 9, 2016
Sold by
Carson William C and Carson Janelle C
Bought by
Mirage Cove Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Madelaine LaVoie
Cherie Miller & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Madelaine LaVoie
Cherie Miller & Associates
List Price
$78,500
Sold Price
$76,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,000
-2.55%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
113.58%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 2015
Sold by
Carson William C and Carson Janelle C
Bought by
The Carson Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 1996
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Carson William C and Carson Janelle

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 15, 1996
Sold by
Wilson Gary and Wilson Carla
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area





Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- Corinthian Title Company
Grant Deed $820,000 Corinthian Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- Corinthian Title
Grant Deed $560,000 Corinthian Title Company Inc
Grant Deed $371,000 Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed $76,500 Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Corporate Deed $12,500 Fidelity National Title Ins
Trustee Deed $36,000 Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $615,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $308,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $278,100 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/20/2023 04/20/23 Sold $812,000 -7.1% $519 / Sq Ft
03/21/2023 03/21/23 Pending -- -- --
02/10/2023 02/10/23 For Sale $874,000 +56.1% $558 / Sq Ft
01/26/2021 01/26/21 Sold $560,000 -6.7% $390 / Sq Ft
01/01/2021 01/01/21 Pending -- -- --
12/17/2020 12/17/20 For Sale $599,900 0.0% $418 / Sq Ft
10/28/2020 10/28/20 Pending -- -- --
10/16/2020 10/16/20 For Sale $599,900 +61.8% $418 / Sq Ft
07/20/2018 07/20/18 Sold $370,800 -5.1% $258 / Sq Ft
06/20/2018 06/20/18 Pending -- -- --
04/05/2018 04/05/18 For Sale $390,900 +411.0% $272 / Sq Ft
06/20/2016 06/20/16 Sold $76,500 -2.5% $53 / Sq Ft
06/01/2016 06/01/16 Pending -- -- --
05/30/2016 05/30/16 For Sale $78,500 -- $55 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $9,867 $836,400 $167,280 $669,120
2023 $7,642 $640,000 $125,000 $515,000
2022 $6,857 $571,200 $114,240 $456,960
2021 $4,731 $382,134 $51,528 $330,606
2020 $4,695 $378,216 $51,000 $327,216
2019 $4,958 $370,800 $50,000 $320,800
2018 $1,238 $79,590 $15,918 $63,672
2017 $1,227 $78,030 $15,606 $62,424
2016 $761 $40,586 $11,005 $29,581
2015 $729 $39,977 $10,840 $29,137
2014 $753 $39,194 $10,628 $28,566
Source: Public Records

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: JT20209345

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 0605-341-08