NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3990 Border Ave Joshua Tree, CA 92252

Joshua Tree Area

Estimated Value: $549,000 - $752,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,385 Sq Ft
$491/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 23, 2023

Last sale price $755,000 $545 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,483 / mo

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Spa
  • 1.11 Acre Lot
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Mountain View
  • Sun or Florida Room

About This Home

As of May 2023

Welcome to "The Solarium," an exceptional escape located in the heart of Joshua Tree. Seated on over an acre of stunning desert land, this meticulously designed and renovated 1,385 square foot getaway is an oasis unlike any other. Upon entering the grounds, you are greeted with a sense of tranquility and serenity evoked by the breathtaking cacti garden and mature desert landscaping. Inside, the sunny entry and sitting room are open and airy, flooded with an abundance of natural light and huge windows to bring the outdoors in. The beautifully remodeled kitchen is equipped with butcher block counters and high-end appliances, making this the perfect place to entertain family, friends, or guests. Cozy up by the fireplace with a glass of wine, gaze at galaxies of stars through the house telescope, or enjoy s'mores by the outdoor fire pit with loved ones. The luxurious hot tub is a perfect place to unwind after a long day of exploring Joshua Tree National Park or the restaurants and shops of nearby Joshua Tree Village. The location is superb - minutes away from all the local amenities and attractions, yet hidden from the world in your own tranquil garden. Not only is this property a unique escape, it is also a Superhost property on AirBnb, totally dialed in and ready for you to fall in love with. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to own a piece of Joshua Tree paradise! Come see "The Solarium" for yourself and experience the magic of this truly one-of-a-kind property. *Currently utilized as a 3 bedroom, 2 bath short-term rental and available fully furnished.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Angela Gollan

Compass License #02050331 Listed on: 04/12/2023

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Angela Kerwin

Compass License #01917116

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1970 | Remodeled

Lot Details

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

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Desert

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1,385 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Entryway
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Oven or Range

Flooring

  • Stone
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • Heated Spa
  • Above Ground Spa
  • Room in yard for a pool

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Property is located within a water district
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0599-361-37-0000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1970 | Remodeled

Lot Details

1.11 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Traditional
  • Levels: One
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Exclusions: Seller personal items.
  • Living Area: 1385
  • Lot Acreage: 1.1100
  • Probate: No
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1970
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceiling(s)
  • Fireplace Rooms: Decorative, Living Room
  • Flooring: Tile, Stone Tile
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Full Bathroom: 2
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Bedroom Features: Master Suite
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Eating Areas: Dining Area
  • Kitchen Features: Remodeled
  • Laundry: In Unit
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Hood Fan, Range/Oven
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Inclusions: Available furnished - please inquire.
  • Price Per S Q F T: 504.69

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: None
  • Patio: Covered
  • Pool Description: Room For
  • Pool: No
  • Spa: Above Ground, Hot Tub, Private, Heated
  • Spa Yn: Yes
  • View: Mountains, Desert
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Other Spaces: 2
  • Parking Garage: Driveway, Private Garage, Private
  • Total Parking: 4

Utilities

  • Cooling: Air Conditioning, Wall Unit(s), Multi/Zone
  • Heating: Zoned, Wall
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: District

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0599-361-37-0000
  • Lot Location: Desert Back, Desert Front
  • Lot Size Area: 48351

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Furnished

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 12, 2023
Closed on
May 4, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Angela Gollan
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Angela Kerwin
Compass
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$755,000
Premium/Discount to List
$56,000
8.01%
Views
173
Current Estimated Value
$680,624

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$74,376
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.19%
Original Mortgage
$566,250
Interest Rate
0.0628%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 9, 2020
Closed on
Oct 28, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lynee LaVoie
Cherie Miller & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Angela Gollan
Compass
List Price
$414,900
Sold Price
$507,000
Premium/Discount to List
$92,100
22.2%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.90%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 28, 2019
Closed on
Jun 5, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Paul Karr
Cherie Miller & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Lynee LaVoie
Cherie Miller & Associates
List Price
$219,900
Sold Price
$215,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-2.23%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
91.54%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 31, 2014
Closed on
Apr 29, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sue Garvin
Rarick Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
John Simpson
All American Real Estate
List Price
$85,000
Sold Price
$85,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.79%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 4, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 6, 2000
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,850
Interest Rate
0.0766%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 20, 2000
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,850
Interest Rate
0.0766%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 1995
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$755,000 Equity Title
$507,000 Wfg National Title Co Of Ca
$215,000 Fidelity National Title Co
$85,000 Lawyers Title
-- None Available
-- Equity Title Company
$59,500 Equity Title Company
$73,800 First American
-- Fidelity National Title Co
$103,000 Fidelity National Title Co
$34,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $566,250
Previous Owner $340,000
Previous Owner $135,000
Previous Owner $127,000
Previous Owner $78,000
Previous Owner $97,850
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/23/2023 05/23/23 Sold $755,000 +8.0% $545 / Sq Ft
04/28/2023 04/28/23 Pending -- -- --
04/12/2023 04/12/23 For Sale $699,000 +37.9% $505 / Sq Ft
11/05/2020 11/05/20 Sold $507,000 +22.2% $366 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/15/2020 10/15/20 For Sale $414,900 -18.2% $300 / Sq Ft
10/14/2020 10/14/20 Off Market $507,000 -- --
10/09/2020 10/09/20 For Sale $414,900 +93.0% $300 / Sq Ft
07/12/2019 07/12/19 Sold $215,000 -2.2% $155 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/28/2019 06/28/19 For Sale $219,900 +158.7% $159 / Sq Ft
05/23/2014 05/23/14 Sold $85,000 0.0% $61 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/22/2014 04/22/14 Pending -- -- --
03/31/2014 03/31/14 For Sale $85,000 0.0% $61 / Sq Ft
03/24/2014 03/24/14 Pending -- -- --
03/21/2014 03/21/14 For Sale $85,000 -- $61 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

Tax History

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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
2026 $8,954 $750,400 $150,100 $600,300
2025 $8,954 $739,300 $147,900 $591,400
2024 $9,050 $770,100 $154,020 $616,080
2023 $6,307 $527,483 $105,497 $421,986
2022 $6,179 $517,140 $103,428 $413,712
2021 $6,112 $507,000 $101,400 $405,600
2020 $2,791 $215,000 $43,000 $172,000
2019 $1,494 $93,409 $21,979 $71,430
2018 $1,322 $91,577 $21,548 $70,029
2017 $1,310 $89,781 $21,125 $68,656
2016 $1,290 $88,021 $20,711 $67,310
2015 $1,265 $86,699 $20,400 $66,299
2014 $980 $69,009 $6,900 $62,109
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Angela Gollan

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Angela Gollan

    Compass

    (310) 344-6970

    31 Total Sales

    Angela Gollan
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  • Angela Kerwin

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Angela Kerwin

    Compass

    (323) 300-1000

    18 Total Sales

    Angela Kerwin
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  • Lynee LaVoie

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Lynee LaVoie

    Cherie Real Estate

    (760) 401-3372

    308 Total Sales

    Lynee LaVoie
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  • Paul Karr

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Paul Karr

    Cherie Real Estate

    (760) 362-3568

    235 Total Sales

    Paul Karr
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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Sue Garvin

    Rarick Realty Group

    (760) 902-3787

    24 Total Sales

    Sue Garvin
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  • John Simpson

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    John Simpson

    All American Real Estate

    (760) 366-9045

    47 Total Sales

    John Simpson
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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 23-259735

The MLS

APN: 0599-361-37

California San Bernardino County Joshua Tree 92252

3990 Border Ave, Joshua Tree, CA

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