4375 Border Ave Joshua Tree, CA 92252
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,290
Sq Ft
0.97
Acres
Highlights
- Heated Spa
- Desert View
- Great Room
- 0.97 Acre Lot
- Modern Architecture
- No HOA
About This Home
As of May 2022Just off the beaten path in beautiful and serene Joshua Tree awaits this stunning, one-of-a-kind desert dream home! Completed in late 2019 by Brian and Kathrin Smirke of the renowned design team 'We Are In Our Element' (of Dome in the Desert and Cabin Cabin Cabin fame), this gorgeous desert daydream doubles as a tremendously successful short-term rental with a transferable short-term rental permit. Take in some added income by renting it out, or plant seeds for your forever home in this eclectic, culturally rich, and happily booming desert community. Enjoy views for days and the most stars you've ever seen at night at this gorgeously appointed modern luxury home. Situated on almost an acre of pristine desert landscape, this is where wild bunnies, desert tortoises, roadrunners (meep! meep!) and other critters roam free. Fully tricked out with all of the modern conveniences you'd expect in a luxury desert property, including smart home amenities such as keypad entry, entry camera/doorbell, Nest thermostat, wifi-enabled 'hybrid' water heater, double-pane windows, and densely insulated walls & ceilings for added peace and quiet. Designer upgrades include custom concrete countertops, an entertainer's kitchen with large island, upgraded appliance package and outdoor gas grill, stained concrete floors, walk-in closets, and designer finishes throughout, all topped off with a premium metal roof for a sleek, modern look. Take a moonlit dip in the cedar hot tub, roast marshmallows over the gas firepit, stargaze from the oversized hammock behind rustic privacy fencing, or bliss out at the views that stretch to the mountain ranges in the distance. With the option to purchase this home furnished, all you need to bring is your toothbrush. It's gonna be so good!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,373
Year Built
- Built in 2019
Lot Details
- 0.97 Acre Lot
- Property is zoned JT/RL
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Modern Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Metal Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,290 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Great Room
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Concrete Flooring
- Desert Views
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Powder Room
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Pool
- Heated Spa
- Above Ground Spa
Outdoor Features
- Open Patio
- Fire Pit
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Property is located within a water district
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0605-191-23-0000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 27, 2019
Closed on
Jan 30, 2020
Sold by
Smirke Brian and Toschka Kathrin
Bought by
Bergeron Peter and Elder Rachel
Seller's Agent
Bryan Wynwood
Joshua Tree Modern
Buyer's Agent
Angela Gollan
Compass
List Price
$489,000
Sold Price
$430,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,000
-12.07%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.49%
Original Mortgage
$344,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 16, 2017
Sold by
Joshua Tree Property Partnership
Bought by
Kathrin Smirke Brian and Kathrin Toschka
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 16, 2009
Sold by
Stiles William L
Bought by
Joshua Tree Property Partnership
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $430,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $12,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $345,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $344,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/11/2025 03/11/25 | For Sale | $1,150,000 | +34.5% | $891 / Sq Ft |
| 05/31/2022 05/31/22 | Sold | $855,000 | +7.0% | $663 / Sq Ft |
| 05/20/2022 05/20/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/10/2022 05/10/22 | For Sale | $799,000 | +85.8% | $619 / Sq Ft |
| 02/21/2020 02/21/20 | Sold | $430,000 | -2.1% | $333 / Sq Ft |
| 01/28/2020 01/28/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/23/2020 01/23/20 | Price Changed | $439,000 | -2.2% | $340 / Sq Ft |
| 01/08/2020 01/08/20 | Price Changed | $449,000 | -8.2% | $348 / Sq Ft |
| 11/27/2019 11/27/19 | For Sale | $489,000 | -- | $379 / Sq Ft |
Source: The MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $10,373 | $907,333 | $181,466 | $725,867 |
| 2024 | $10,373 | $889,542 | $177,908 | $711,634 |
| 2023 | $10,173 | $872,100 | $174,420 | $697,680 |
| 2022 | $5,237 | $443,143 | $15,458 | $427,685 |
| 2021 | $5,180 | $434,454 | $15,155 | $419,299 |
| 2020 | $4,995 | $193,121 | $3,121 | $190,000 |
| 2019 | $241 | $3,060 | $3,060 | $0 |
| 2018 | $103 | $6,718 | $6,718 | $0 |
| 2017 | $152 | $6,586 | $6,586 | $0 |
| 2016 | $150 | $6,457 | $6,457 | $0 |
| 2015 | $168 | $6,360 | $6,360 | $0 |
| 2014 | $149 | $6,235 | $6,235 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
I
Seller's Agent in 2025
Isaac Silverman
Christie's International Real Estate SoCal
-
T
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Tomer Fridman
Christie's International Real Estate SoCal
-
A
Seller's Agent in 2022
Angela Gollan
Compass
-
D
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Devin Merrick
The Bienstock Group
-
S
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Sheri Bienstock
The Bienstock Group
-
B
Seller's Agent in 2020
Bryan Wynwood
Joshua Tree Modern
Map
Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 22-155303
APN: 0605-191-23
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