$375,000
SOLD JUL 16, 2025

56568 Handley Rd Yucca Valley, CA 92284

1 Bed
1 Bath
480 Sq Ft
5 Acres

Recently Sold

$781 Per Sq Ft

305 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Horse Property
  • RV Access or Parking
  • 5 Acre Lot
  • Spa
  • Panoramic View
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of July 2025

Discover this turnkey furnished, architecturally significant cabin, once featured in Dwell magazine, with over 180 current and historic 5-Star reviews on Airbnb. Nestled on a vast 5-acre lot, this home is perfect as an affordable main residence, a cozy second home, or an attractive vacation rental. The possibilities for expansion are endless. Build an additional home and/or an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU), set up a hobby farm or a winding trail to a lush retreat! Whether you envision a peaceful sanctuary or a hub for outdoor activities, this property is a perfect canvas for realizing your dreams. The home offers an inviting blend of vintage charm and modern amenities in a tranquil desert setting. You'll find a thoughtfully designed open floor plan featuring concrete floors that add a touch of contemporary elegance. The cabin includes one spacious bedroom and a well-appointed bathroom, ensuring comfort and convenience for guests and owners alike. The inviting porch serves as an excellent spot to enjoy your morning coffee or evening sunsets while taking in the serene surroundings. A storage shed is included, providing extra room for your belongings and enhancing the functionality of this charming property. Don't miss out on this midcentury gem- perfect for those looking to own a beautifully remodeled cabin and create their own desert haven, whether for personal use or as an income-generating short-term rental.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Doug Balog

Compass License #01197951 Listed on: 09/13/2024

Compass

Co-Listed By

Marnie Balog

Compass License #01719746

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Marnie Balog

Compass License #01719746

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,954

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 5 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Mountain
  • Desert

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Turnkey
  • Slab Foundation
  • Plaster

Interior Spaces

  • 480 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Blinds
  • Great Room
  • Living Room
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Breakfast Bar

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom

Parking

  • 12 Car Parking Spaces
  • 12 Parking Garage Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Circular Driveway
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Horse Property
  • Concrete Porch or Patio

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Ground Level

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0629232070000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,954

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Attached/Detached: No
  • Levels: One, Ground
  • Building Style: Mid Century, Moorish Mooresque
  • Disability Access: No Interior Steps
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Included In Sale: Turnkey furnished
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 781.25
  • Lp Sp Ratio: 1.0000
  • View Type: Desert, Panoramic, Mountain(s)
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Co Listing Member Address: 74199 El Paseo Dr., #200, Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Co Listing Member Fax: (760) 275-2349
  • Co Listing Office Address: 74199 El Paseo Dr., #200, Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Co Selling Member Address: 74199 El Paseo Dr., #200, Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Co Selling Office Address: 74199 El Paseo Dr., #200, Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Listing I D: 219128020
  • Listing Member Address: 74199 El Paseo Dr., #200, Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Listing Office Address: 74199 El Paseo Dr., #200, Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Selling Member Address: 74199 El Paseo Dr., #200, Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Selling Member Fax: (760) 275-2349
  • Selling Office Address: 74199 El Paseo Dr., #200, Palm Desert, CA 92260
  • Land Type: Fee
  • Subdivision: Not Applicable
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Open Floorplan
  • Flooring: Concrete
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 480.00
  • Windows Treatments: Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Plaster
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Patio: Concrete Slab
  • Planned Unit Development: No
  • Spa Hot Tub: Yes
  • Spa Hot Tub Construction: Hot Tub
  • Spa Hot Tub Description: Hot Tub
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Oversized, Circular Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 12.00
  • Total Uncovered Assigned Spaces: 12.00

Utilities

  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning
  • Heating: Zoned
  • Heating Fuel: Propane Gas
  • Sewer: Septic Tank

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0629232070000
  • Lot Acres: 5.0000
  • Lot Description: Horse Property, Level
  • Lot Size: 217800.00

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Turnkey
  • Land Lease Type: Fee Simple
  • Short Term Rentals: Yes

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 13, 2024
Closed on
Jun 19, 2025
Sold by
Schatz Christine
Bought by
Young Cristian and Roberts Corey Joseph
Seller's Agent
Doug Balog
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Marnie Balog
Compass
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Views
10

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
152.31%
Original Mortgage
$337,500
Outstanding Balance
$337,215
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$55,546

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 2, 2023
Closed on
Sep 1, 2023
Sold by
Robert V Johnson Trust
Bought by
Schatz Christine
Seller's Agent
Bryan Wynwood
Joshua Tree Modern
Buyer's Agent
Katie Bayliss
All In Realty
List Price
$455,000
Sold Price
$410,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-9.89%
Views
33

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.97%
Original Mortgage
$389,500
Interest Rate
7.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 24, 2021
Closed on
Jul 19, 2021
Sold by
Cannon Catherine and Stiefel Robert Scott
Bought by
Johnson Robert V and Robert V Johnson Trust
Seller's Agent
Bryan Wynwood
Joshua Tree Modern
Buyer's Agent
Phil Spinelli
Joshua Tree Modern
List Price
$445,000
Sold Price
$455,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
2.25%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.54%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 2021
Sold by
Cannon Catherine
Bought by
Cannon Catherine and Stiefel Robert Scott

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 9, 2019
Closed on
Oct 4, 2019
Sold by
Kendrick Charles Keith and Kendrick Shirley Joyce
Bought by
Cannon Catherine
Seller's Agent
Dori Newsom
Coldwell Banker Roadrunner
Buyer's Agent
Dori Newsom
Coldwell Banker Roadrunner
List Price
$125,000
Sold Price
$95,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-24%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
28.22%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 2011
Sold by
Kendrick Charles K
Bought by
Kendrick Charles Keith and Kendrick Shirley Joyce

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 21, 1998
Sold by
Kendrick C K C and Kendrick Shirley J
Bought by
Kendrick Charles Keith and Kendrick Shirley Joy
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $375,000 Wfg National Title Company
Grant Deed $410,000 Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed $455,000 Fidelity National Ttl Co Ie
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $95,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $337,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $389,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/16/2025 07/16/25 Sold $375,000 0.0% $781 / Sq Ft
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Pending -- -- --
09/13/2024 09/13/24 For Sale $375,000 -8.5% $781 / Sq Ft
10/17/2023 10/17/23 Sold $410,000 -4.5% $854 / Sq Ft
08/30/2023 08/30/23 Pending -- -- --
08/22/2023 08/22/23 Price Changed $429,500 -5.6% $895 / Sq Ft
08/02/2023 08/02/23 For Sale $455,000 0.0% $948 / Sq Ft
07/23/2021 07/23/21 Sold $455,000 +2.2% $948 / Sq Ft
07/01/2021 07/01/21 Pending -- -- --
06/24/2021 06/24/21 For Sale $445,000 +368.4% $927 / Sq Ft
11/19/2019 11/19/19 Sold $95,000 -17.4% $198 / Sq Ft
10/01/2019 10/01/19 Pending -- -- --
09/06/2019 09/06/19 Price Changed $115,000 -8.0% $240 / Sq Ft
08/09/2019 08/09/19 For Sale $125,000 -- $260 / Sq Ft
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $4,954 $418,200 $96,900 $321,300
2024 $4,954 $410,000 $95,000 $315,000
2023 $5,533 $464,100 $81,600 $382,500
2022 $5,421 $455,000 $80,000 $375,000
2021 $1,344 $95,984 $20,207 $75,777
2020 $1,332 $29,437 $16,820 $12,617
2019 $614 $28,860 $16,490 $12,370
2018 $452 $28,294 $16,167 $12,127
2017 $448 $27,739 $15,850 $11,889
2016 $442 $27,195 $15,539 $11,656
2015 $434 $26,787 $15,306 $11,481
2014 $433 $26,262 $15,006 $11,256
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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Map

Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 219128020

California Desert Association of REALTORS®

APN: 0629-232-07