$625,000

5235 Border Ave Joshua Tree, CA 92252

Estimated payment $3,806/month

Total Views 660
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,100 Sq Ft
$568 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Heated Spa
  • 4.8 Acre Lot
  • Desert View
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Open Floorplan
  • Maid or Guest Quarters

About This Home

Experience the beauty of desert living at 5235 Border Ave, a stunning 2 bedroom, 2 bath residence with 1 bedroom and 1 bath ADU nestled in the heart of Joshua Tree. With almost 5 acres, this thoughtfully designed home offers the perfect blend of modern comfort, natural surroundings, and relaxed sophistication—ideal for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or lucrative short-term rental investment. Step inside to a bright and airy open-concept living space, there is expansive windows frame sweeping views of the desert landscape. The spacious living room invites you to unwind by the cozy fireplace, creating the perfect setting for quiet evenings or entertaining guests. The gourmet chef's kitchen features sleek finishes, ample cabinetry, and a seamless flow into the dining area—making it easy to host meals or enjoy a casual breakfast before a day of adventure in Joshua Tree National Park.
Each of the three bedrooms offers generous space and privacy, with the primary suite boasting its own ensuite bath and direct access to the patio for effortless indoor-outdoor living. The additional bathrooms are beautifully updated with modern touches, offering both style and functionality for family or guests. Step outside to your private desert oasis—complete with a spacious high covered patio, a dining area perfect for outdoor meals, a cozy fire pit to gather around under the stars, and a soothing jacuzzi for relaxing after a long day of exploration. The backyard is designed for entertaining, blending comfort and style while surrounded by panoramic mountain and desert views. Located just minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, local shops, and restaurants, this home perfectly captures the balance between tranquility and convenience. Whether you’re drawn by the natural beauty, artistic energy, or peaceful atmosphere, 5235 Border Ave offers a true desert sanctuary where every sunset feels like a masterpiece.

Listing Agent

Westley Williams

Harcourts Prime Properties Brokerage Phone: 949-290-7995 License #01974291 Listed on: 10/25/2025

Harcourts Prime Properties

Co-Listing Agent

Isabelle Nguyen

Harcourts Prime Properties Brokerage Phone: 949-290-7995 License #01943301

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,408

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 4.8 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 20 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,100 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Sliding Doors
  • Entryway
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Desert Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Soaking Tub
  • Walk-in Shower

Pool

  • Heated Spa
  • Above Ground Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Well
  • Conventional Septic

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 9400
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0604311100000
  • $487 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Hiking Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,408

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Parking

20

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 0604311100000
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1100.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 568.18
  • Room Type: Entry, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Living Room, Primary Suite
  • Spa Features: Private, Above Ground, Heated
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Bathroom Features: Shower

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: Desert
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 20.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 20.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Sewer: Conventional Septic
  • Water Source: Well
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Hiking

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 209088.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.8000

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 209088.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 9400
  • Tax Tract Number: 000
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 487.00

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Range of Values:

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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
2025 $6,408 $514,000 $73,400 $440,600
2024 $6,408 $535,500 $76,500 $459,000
2023 $1,835 $128,851 $15,606 $113,245
2022 $1,283 $79,560 $15,300 $64,260
2021 $1,269 $78,000 $15,000 $63,000
2020 $668 $25,663 $4,051 $21,612
2019 $687 $25,160 $3,972 $21,188
2018 $525 $24,667 $3,894 $20,773
2017 $522 $24,184 $3,818 $20,366
2016 $517 $23,710 $3,743 $19,967
2015 $490 $23,354 $3,687 $19,667
2014 $512 $22,897 $3,615 $19,282
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/25/2025 10/25/25 For Sale $625,000 +19.0% $568 / Sq Ft
06/23/2023 06/23/23 Sold $525,000 -4.4% $477 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/22/2023 05/22/23 Pending -- -- --
04/25/2023 04/25/23 For Sale $549,000 -- $499 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $525,000 First American Title
Quit Claim Deed -- Accommodation/Courtesy Recordi
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $78,000 Orange Coast Ttl Co Of Socal
Public Action Common In Florida Clerks Tax Deed Or Tax Deeds Or Property Sold For Taxes $13,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $498,750 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC25240323

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 0604-311-10