$359,000

61939 Hilltop Dr Joshua Tree, CA 92252

Estimated payment $2,225/month

1 Bed
1 Bath
480 Sq Ft
$748 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Panoramic View
  • Furnished
  • Open to Family Room
  • High Ceiling
  • No HOA
  • Living Room

About This Home

Perched on a quiet hilltop in Joshua Tree Village, this charming 1 bedroom, 1 bath desert retreat is offered fully furnished and delivers the perfect blend of privacy, views, and income potential. Set on a spacious lot with an additional adjoining 0.4 acre parcel included in the sale, this property has everything you need and gives you rare flexibility and room to grow. Located just minutes from the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park and close to the shops, restaurants, and local spots downtown, the location works equally well for personal use or as an income property. Used as a primary home for 3 years and currently operating as a successful short term rental, this cottage is uniquely versatile and low maintenance. It has already proven strong performance with approximately $20,000 in gross Airbnb revenue since launching in late 2025, with steady momentum continuing into 2026. Inside, the home features a warm, open living space with exposed wood beam ceilings, updated finishes, French doors opening to a large patio area, and great natural light. Step outside and take in unobstructed views of the Bartlett Mountains, with protected open land across the street adding to the sense of space and privacy. This is your opportunity to own an original Joshua Tree homestead with room to expand, add another structure buyer to verify, or create an even more compelling outdoor experience. Whether you are looking for a cozy home with views, a vacation rental, a second home, or something with future upside, this one checks the boxes.

Listing Agent

Brady Sandahl

Keller Williams Luxury Homes License #01416687 Listed on: 05/01/2026

Keller Williams Luxury Homes

Co-Listing Agent

Sean Layman

License #02128842

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 15,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned JT/RS

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Mountain
  • Desert

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 480 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • High Ceiling
  • Custom Window Coverings
  • Entryway
  • Living Room
  • Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Open Patio

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0603-281-04-0000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0.34 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Levels: One
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Living Area: 480
  • Lot Acreage: 0.1720
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Builders Tract Name: N/A
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: High Ceilings (9 Feet+)
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Appliances: Free Standing Electric
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathroom: 1
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Bedroom Features: Primary Bedroom
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathroom Features: Shower Stall, Tile
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter / Bar
  • Kitchen Features: Open to Family Room
  • Laundry: Laundry Area
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Equipment: Washer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dryer
  • Inclusions: Furnished per inventory. All attached appliances.
  • Price Per S Q F T: 747.92
  • Windows: Custom Window Covering

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Other
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa Yn: No
  • View: Desert, Panoramic, Mountains
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Garage: Driveway
  • Total Parking: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling: Wall/Window
  • Heating: Wall
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: Septic Tank

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0603-281-04-0000
  • Lot Description: 2-4 Lots
  • Lot Size Area: 15000

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Land Lease Type: Fee

Map

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Source: Public Records

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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 $3,846 $300,500 $76,400 $224,100
2024 $3,884 $313,057 $79,591 $233,466
2023 $3,810 $306,918 $78,030 $228,888
2022 $3,733 $300,900 $76,500 $224,400
2021 $953 $62,188 $16,083 $46,105
2020 $943 $61,550 $15,918 $45,632
2019 $986 $60,343 $15,606 $44,737
2018 $894 $59,160 $15,300 $43,860
2017 $456 $23,872 $7,427 $16,445
2016 $451 $23,404 $7,281 $16,123
2015 $444 $23,053 $7,172 $15,881
2014 $446 $22,602 $7,032 $15,570
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/01/2026 05/01/26 For Sale $359,000 +14.0% $748 / Sq Ft
04/02/2021 04/02/21 Sold $315,000 +17.1% $656 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/22/2021 02/22/21 For Sale $269,000 +278.9% $560 / Sq Ft
05/05/2017 05/05/17 Sold $71,000 +9.2% $148 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/28/2017 03/28/17 For Sale $65,000 0.0% $135 / Sq Ft
03/20/2017 03/20/17 Pending -- -- --
03/16/2017 03/16/17 For Sale $65,000 -- $135 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $65,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $22,500 Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed -- None Available
Grant Deed $15,000 Commonwealth Land Title
Trustee Deed $29,222 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Ins Co
Grant Deed $29,500 First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $3,500 Seller Take Back
Previous Owner $26,500 Seller Take Back
Closed $2,754 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 26827779PS

The MLS

APN: 0603-281-04

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