NOT LISTED FOR SALE

60333 Melton Trail Joshua Tree, CA 92252

Estimated Value: $599,000 - $715,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,344 Sq Ft
$477/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 09, 2021

Last sale price $605,500 $451 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,192/month

28 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Detached Guest House
  • 2.3 Acre Lot
  • Near a National Forest
  • Panoramic View
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Burning Stove

About This Home

As of December 2021

Welcome to your own slice of Joshua Tree with panoramic views of the valley, as well as mountains to the south. You have to visit this one to take in how majestic this property is, beginning with the countless Joshua trees in the front yard. This modern 1344 sq ft home was built in 1980 and sits upon 2.3 fully fenced acres with a separate RV driveway and full hook ups. It has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a large laundry room, and (2) 10X12 casitas in the back for additional sleeping quarters. The kitchen comes equipped with stainless steel appliances, including Viking range and oven, granite countertops and backsplash, maple cabinets, a generous size island, and recessed lighting. There are views of all types depending on which room you are in, and a wonderful covered patio to enjoy those desert nights!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Samantha Stoker

Cherie Miller & Associates License #02112617 Listed on: 10/01/2021

Cherie Miller & Associates

Last Buyer's Agent

April Kass

COMPASS License #01970385

COMPASS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,459

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 2.3 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a county road
  • Desert faces the front and back of the property
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Density is 2-5 Units/Acre
  • Property is zoned JT/RL

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Two Garage Doors
  • Driveway Up Slope From Street

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Mountain
  • Desert
  • Valley

Home Design

  • Modern Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1,344 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Oven
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Built-In Range
  • Range Hood
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Pots and Pans Drawers
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Utilities

  • Evaporated cooling system
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Sewer Connected
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Open Patio
  • Detached Guest House

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 105
  • Tax Tract Number 5427
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0588153050000
  • $696 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Near a National Forest
  • Mountainous Community
  • Valley

Recreation

  • Hiking Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,459

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: County Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: JT/RL
  • Architectural Style: Modern
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 0588153050000
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1344.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Family Kitchen
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 450.52
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom Features: Shower, Shower In Tub, Tile Counters
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Other Structures: Guest House Detached
  • View: Desert, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Valley
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio Open
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Two Door
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Range Hood
  • Heating Type: Central, Wood Stove
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Sewer: None
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air, Evaporative Cooling
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Blm/National Forest, Hiking, Mountainous, Valley

Schools

  • School District: Morongo Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 2-5 Units/Acre, Desert Back, Desert Front
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 100188.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.3000

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 100188.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 104.19
  • Tax Lot: 105
  • Tax Tract Number: 5427
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 696.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 12, 2018
Closed on
Apr 8, 2018
Sold by
Collins Dana
Bought by
444 Gk Llc
Seller's Agent
Sharon Mitchell
Sand to Sea Properties, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Bryan Wynwood
Joshua Tree Modern
List Price
$270,000
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-7.41%
Total Days on Market
28
Current Estimated Value
$640,918

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$390,918
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.34%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 2005
Sold by
Gersten Benmark
Bought by
Gersten Dana

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$129,300
Interest Rate
5.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2001
Sold by
Racanelli Vito
Bought by
Gersten Benmark and Gersten Dana

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$99,000
Interest Rate
7.15%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
444 Gk Llc $250,000 Equity Title Riverside
Gersten Dana -- --
Gersten Benmark $119,000 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Gersten Dana $129,300
Previous Owner Gersten Benmark $99,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/09/2021 12/09/21 Sold $605,500 -6.7% $451 / Sq Ft
10/30/2021 10/30/21 Pending -- -- --
10/20/2021 10/20/21 Price Changed $649,000 -7.3% $483 / Sq Ft
10/01/2021 10/01/21 Price Changed $699,900 +0.1% $521 / Sq Ft
10/01/2021 10/01/21 For Sale $699,000 +179.6% $520 / Sq Ft
04/30/2018 04/30/18 Sold $250,000 -7.4% $186 / Sq Ft
03/25/2018 03/25/18 Pending -- -- --
03/12/2018 03/12/18 For Sale $270,000 -- $201 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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
2024 $7,459 $629,962 $125,992 $503,970
2023 $7,315 $617,610 $123,522 $494,088
2022 $7,167 $605,500 $121,100 $484,400
2021 $3,323 $262,795 $52,559 $210,236
2020 $3,297 $260,100 $52,020 $208,080
2019 $3,477 $255,000 $51,000 $204,000
2018 $2,001 $154,507 $15,450 $139,057
2017 $1,980 $151,477 $15,147 $136,330
2016 $1,946 $148,507 $14,850 $133,657
2015 $1,886 $146,276 $14,627 $131,649
2014 $1,408 $102,000 $25,500 $76,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: JT21208151

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 0588-153-05