Seller's Agent in 2025
Cesar Diaz
PONCE & PONCE REALTY, INC
(909) 248-5668
5 in this area
221 Total Sales
61497 Valley View Dr Joshua Tree, CA 92252
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,556
Sq Ft
8,400
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- City Lights View
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Laundry Room
- No HOA
- Soaking Tub
- Central Air
About This Home
As of October 2025Welcome to Valley View Dr! Desert living meets thoughtful updates in this charming single-story 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home on an expansive 8,400 sq ft lot. Offering 1,280 sq ft of living space plus an additional 450 sq ft sunroom, nearly 1800 sqft of living space, this home blends classic character with modern comfort.
Step into a warm living space featuring a cozy brick fireplace and a powerful 24,000 BTU mini split A/C & heat pump, ideal for year-round climate control. Nearly the entire home has been upgraded with new floor tile (excluding the sunroom), remodeled bathrooms with new vanities, toilets, and a Jacuzzi tub, and a re-tiled master shower.
The kitchen features updated appliances including a newer dishwasher, newer stove, and newer over-range microwave, complemented by flat-panel LED lights for a clean, modern touch. Enjoy the ease of a direct-access 2-car garage, which also includes a utility wash basin conveniently installed next to the laundry area. Here are SOME MAJOR UPDATES Roof and septic system IN 2015, Newer water heater, Newer evaporative swamp cooler, Exterior & interior paint. New LED porch lights, ceiling fans, switches/outlets, and garage door
The block wall fenced backyard offers privacy and space to entertain, garden, or relax under the stars. This home is a true blend of function and comfort, ready for its next chapter in the peaceful desert landscape. Come and see this home in person to appreciate all it has to offer.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
PONCE & PONCE REALTY, INC Brokerage Phone: 909-248-5668 License #01966039 Listed on: 07/09/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1964
Lot Details
- 8,400 Sq Ft Lot
- Desert faces the front and back of the property
- Property is zoned R1
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 1,556 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
- City Lights Views
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
Outdoor Features
- Exterior Lighting
Utilities
- Central Air
- Septic Type Unknown
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 86
- Tax Tract Number 5669
- Assessor Parcel Number 0602234020000
- $456 per year additional tax assessments
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 9, 2025
Closed on
Sep 12, 2025
Sold by
Bimat Michael
Bought by
Broadhurst Christopher
Seller's Agent
Cesar Diaz
PONCE & PONCE REALTY, INC
Buyer's Agent
Bill Osgood
Osgood Realty, Inc.
List Price
$290,000
Sold Price
$265,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-8.62%
Views
69
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.06%
Original Mortgage
$267,676
Outstanding Balance
$267,438
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$5,612
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 4, 2015
Closed on
Apr 8, 2015
Sold by
Quinn Mark Andrew
Bought by
Bimat Michael
Seller's Agent
Madelaine LaVoie
Cherie Miller & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Paul Karr
Cherie Miller & Associates
List Price
$85,000
Sold Price
$82,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,500
-2.94%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.89%
Original Mortgage
$85,714
Interest Rate
3.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 16, 1994
Sold by
Cisneros Henry G
Bought by
Doffinger Quinn Lilli E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$38,681
Interest Rate
8.53%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 20, 1993
Sold by
Fleet Real Estate Funding Corp
Bought by
Hud
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 14, 1993
Sold by
Horner Henry E
Bought by
Fleet Real Estate Funding Corp
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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 | $265,000 | Provident Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $82,500 | Advantage Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $39,000 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Grant Deed | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | -- | First Southwestern Title Com |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $267,676 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $85,714 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $38,681 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/03/2025 10/03/25 | Sold | $265,000 | 0.0% | $170 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/28/2025 07/28/25 | Price Changed | $265,000 | -8.6% | $170 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/09/2025 07/09/25 | For Sale | $290,000 | +251.5% | $186 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/18/2015 05/18/15 | Sold | $82,500 | -2.9% | $64 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/30/2015 03/30/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/04/2015 01/04/15 | For Sale | $85,000 | -- | $66 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
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 | $1,428 | $99,154 | $19,832 | $79,322 |
| 2024 | $1,428 | $97,210 | $19,443 | $77,767 |
| 2023 | $1,401 | $95,304 | $19,062 | $76,242 |
| 2022 | $1,374 | $93,435 | $18,688 | $74,747 |
| 2021 | $1,358 | $91,603 | $18,322 | $73,281 |
| 2020 | $1,346 | $90,664 | $18,134 | $72,530 |
| 2019 | $1,409 | $88,886 | $17,778 | $71,108 |
| 2018 | $1,238 | $87,143 | $17,429 | $69,714 |
| 2017 | $1,227 | $85,434 | $17,087 | $68,347 |
| 2016 | $1,207 | $83,759 | $16,752 | $67,007 |
| 2015 | $839 | $55,151 | $8,481 | $46,670 |
| 2014 | $845 | $54,071 | $8,315 | $45,756 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Cesar Diaz
-
Bill Osgood
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Bill Osgood
Osgood Realty, Inc.
(760) 408-1322
6 in this area
119 Total Sales
-
Madelaine LaVoie
Seller's Agent in 2015
Madelaine LaVoie
Cherie Real Estate
(760) 401-3374
88 in this area
509 Total Sales
-
Paul Karr
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Paul Karr
Cherie Real Estate
(760) 362-3568
41 in this area
265 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: IG25148273
APN: 0602-234-02
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