$240,000
SOLD AUG 9, 2024

61068 Sunburst Dr Joshua Tree, CA 92252

2 Beds
1 Bath
560 Sq Ft
0.83 Acres

Recently Sold

$429 Per Sq Ft

31% Below List Price

130 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • Panoramic View
  • Near a National Forest
  • RV Parking in Community
  • 0.83 Acre Lot
  • Private Lot

About This Home

As of August 2024

Modern flat roof cottage perched on a gentle slope behind a privacy fence and gate. OBO / Seller says present all offers! Almost 1 acre in the highly desirable Friendly Hills neighborhood known for its skyline vistas and high priced homes. Just a few years ago this home was meticulously built with throughout laminate and concrete floors. Recessed lighting, large windows, ceiling fans, AC/Heating minis splits and water heater. Step into the front room which offers opportunities for a den, study, guest room or additional living room flanked with large windows giving views of boulder studded hills. Living room with expansive bookshelves, built in desk, electric fireplace with mantle top. Kitchen area with pantry nook, refrigerator, cupboards, sink and microwave. Main bedroom enjoys large glass sliders, floating shelves and ceiling fan. Bathroom with glass shower, vanity, and shelving. Laundry area with hook ups. Step out into the open yard with mature Joshua Trees, ample stone gravel, and a shipping container with roll-up door. Sturdy carport with slab which could double as a covered patio to entertain guests. Vistas of Copper Mtn, Bunker Mtn, Mt Bartlette, and snow caps on Mt San Gorgonio. Only 5.5 Miles to the Joshua Tree National Monument main gate. Annually about 3 million tourists visit the park. Less than 1.5 miles to the JT Strip with organic cafes, restaurants, and the JT Saloon. 39 miles to Palm Springs. 127 miles to Los Angeles. Don't Wait! - Call Now!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Faisal Alserri

Sharon Rose Realty, Inc. License #02053133 Listed on: 03/25/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Patrece Benson

EXP REALTY OF SOUTHERN CA. INC License #02238041

EXP REALTY OF SOUTHERN CA. INC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,572

Year Built

  • Built in 2020

Lot Details

  • 0.83 Acre Lot
  • Private Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Hillside Location

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Mountain
  • Hills
  • Valley

Home Design

  • Modern Architecture
  • Cottage
  • Ranch Property
  • Slab Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 560 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Microwave
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Carport Space
  • 7 Car Parking Spaces
  • 5 Parking Garage Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Driveway
  • Guest Parking
  • RV Access or Parking

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Underground Utilities
  • Overhead Utilities
  • Property is located within a water district
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Covered patio or porch
  • Ground Level

Community Details

  • RV Parking in Community
  • Near a National Forest

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0602111160000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,572

Year Built

Built in 2020

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Attached/Detached: No
  • Levels: Ground
  • Building Style: Cottage, Modern
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 476.79
  • Lp Sp Ratio: 0.9000
  • View Type: Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Valley
  • Water District Name: Joshua Basin Water District
  • Year Built: 2020
  • Listing I D: 219108986
  • Listing Member Address: 5424 Old Woman Springs Rd, Yucca Valley, CA 92284
  • Listing Office Address: 5424 Old Woman Springs Road, Yucca Valley, CA 92284
  • Listing Office Fax: (760) 365-7405
  • Selling Office Address: 10620 TREENA STREET, SUITE 230, SAN DIEGO, CA 92131
  • Land Type: Fee
  • Subdivision: Not Applicable
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Stackable W/D Hookup
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 560.00

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Patio: Concrete Slab, Covered
  • Planned Unit Development: No
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Driveway, Guest, Oversized
  • Total Carport Spaces: 1.00
  • Total Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 7.00
  • Total Uncovered Assigned Spaces: 5.00

Utilities

  • Cooling Type: Zoned
  • Heating: Zoned
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Water District

Association/Amenities

  • Community Features: RV Access/Parking

Lot Info

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0602111160000
  • Lot Acres: 0.8300
  • Lot Description: Private, Ranch, Single Lot, Street Public, Utilities - Overhead, Utilities Underground
  • Lot Location: BLM/National Forest, Corner Lot, Hillside
  • Lot Size: 36114.00

Rental Info

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

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 25, 2024
Closed on
Jul 16, 2024
Sold by
Park Keith M
Bought by
Biersack Matthew Lawrence
Seller's Agent
Faisal Alserri
Sharon Rose Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Patrece Benson
EXP REALTY OF SOUTHERN CA. INC
List Price
$349,000
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$109,000
-31.23%
Total Days on Market
130
Views
43
Current Estimated Value
$264,198

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$24,198
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.24%
Original Mortgage
$216,000
Outstanding Balance
$213,645
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$50,404

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 27, 2019
Sold by
Smith William Reid and Smith Nancy Jo
Bought by
Park Keith M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2012
Sold by
Smith William R and Smith Nancy Jo
Bought by
Smith William Reid and Smith Nancy Jo

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 16, 2006
Sold by
Brock James P
Bought by
Smith William Reid and Smith Nancy Jo

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$60,000
Interest Rate
6.36%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 27, 2004
Sold by
Heywood Arthur B and Heywood Mary C
Bought by
Brock James P
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 $240,000 Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed $23,500 Orange Coast Title Of Ca
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $75,000 Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed $33,000 First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $216,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $60,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/09/2024 08/09/24 Sold $240,000 -10.1% $429 / Sq Ft
07/08/2024 07/08/24 Price Changed $267,000 -2.9% $477 / Sq Ft
05/31/2024 05/31/24 Price Changed $275,000 -4.8% $491 / Sq Ft
05/20/2024 05/20/24 Price Changed $289,000 -6.5% $516 / Sq Ft
05/03/2024 05/03/24 Price Changed $309,000 -3.1% $552 / Sq Ft
04/23/2024 04/23/24 Price Changed $319,000 -3.0% $570 / Sq Ft
04/05/2024 04/05/24 Price Changed $329,000 -5.7% $588 / Sq Ft
03/25/2024 03/25/24 For Sale $349,000 -- $623 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Palm Springs Multiple Listing Service

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 $1,572 $240,000 $48,000 $192,000
2024 $1,572 $115,399 $25,196 $90,203
2023 $1,541 $113,136 $24,702 $88,434
2022 $1,510 $110,918 $24,218 $86,700
2021 $1,172 $75,743 $23,743 $52,000
2020 $520 $41,106 $41,106 $0
2019 $765 $40,300 $40,300 $0
2018 $576 $37,700 $37,700 $0
2017 $547 $35,200 $35,200 $0
2016 $486 $30,600 $30,600 $0
2015 $483 $30,600 $30,600 $0
2014 $473 $29,100 $29,100 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Palm Springs Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 219108986

Greater Palm Springs Multiple Listing Service

APN: 0602-111-16