$575,000
$23K PRICE DROP

69345 Buckthorn Dr Mountain Center, CA 92561

Estimated payment $3,661/month

Total Views 775
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,508 Sq Ft
$229 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Panoramic View
  • No HOA
  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Private Yard
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger

About This Home

Perched on a scenic hill with sweeping views in every direction, this inviting home offers privacy, comfort, and the kind of space that lets you truly enjoy mountain living. Freshly painted and thoughtfully improved, the home welcomes you with a bright open floor plan centered around a cozy fireplace that naturally brings everyone together for relaxing evenings or easy entertaining. Tile flooring throughout the downstairs adds a clean, durable touch while helping the living spaces feel open. The kitchen has been nicely updated with new cabinetry and backsplash, giving it a fresh look while still being practical for everyday cooking and gathering. Upstairs you will find three bedrooms, including a primary suite with its own private deck, the perfect spot to sip your morning coffee, watch the sunrise, or unwind while the sky turns colors at sunset. Step outside and you will find fully fenced grounds with a new gate, two storage sheds, and plenty of room to spread out. Whether you envision animals, hobbies, gardening, or simply enjoying the extra space, there is room here to make it your own. The home runs on a private well with storage tank, and thoughtful features like a generator hookup, EV charger, and spacious two car garage provide extra convenience and peace of mind. The garage also includes a deep freezer and dishwasher. With expansive views, usable land, and plenty of flexibility to create the lifestyle you want, this hilltop property offers a comfortable and peaceful place to call home. Conveniently located only 20 mins away from Palm Desert.

Listing Agent

Jessica McAnallen

Compass Brokerage Phone: 760-574-3915 License #02105852 Listed on: 02/28/2026

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Rural Setting
  • Private Yard
  • Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Parking Available
  • RV Potential

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Mountain

Interior Spaces

  • 2,508 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Vinyl Flooring

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Central Heating
  • Private Water Source
  • Well
  • Conventional Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Mountainous Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 593
  • Tax Tract Number 44
  • Assessor Parcel Number 636171002
  • $244 per year additional tax assessments

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

1 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Inclusions: 2 sheds
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 636171002
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2508.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 229.27
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Primary Bathroom

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • View: Mountain(s), Panoramic
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: RV Potential
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Microwave, Gas Range, Freezer, Gas Oven, Dishwasher
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Garage, Washer Included, Dryer Included
  • Sewer: Conventional Septic
  • Water Source: Well, Private
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Rural, Mountainous

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 43560.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.0000

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 43560.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 593
  • Tax Tract Number: 44.07
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 244.00

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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 $6,774 $583,663 $79,590 $504,073
2023 $6,774 $561,000 $76,500 $484,500
2022 $3,946 $313,080 $53,609 $259,471
2021 $3,848 $306,942 $52,558 $254,384
2020 $3,648 $303,796 $52,020 $251,776
2019 $3,567 $297,840 $51,000 $246,840
2018 $3,482 $292,000 $50,000 $242,000
2017 $1,588 $134,748 $26,524 $108,224
2016 $1,541 $132,106 $26,004 $106,102
2015 $1,509 $130,123 $25,614 $104,509
2014 $1,498 $127,576 $25,113 $102,463
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/21/2026 03/21/26 Price Changed $575,000 -3.8% $229 / Sq Ft
02/28/2026 02/28/26 For Sale $598,000 +8.7% $238 / Sq Ft
04/07/2022 04/07/22 Sold $550,000 -0.9% $219 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/15/2022 03/15/22 Pending -- -- --
01/28/2022 01/28/22 Price Changed $555,000 -6.7% $221 / Sq Ft
11/11/2021 11/11/21 Price Changed $595,000 -3.3% $237 / Sq Ft
10/16/2021 10/16/21 For Sale $615,000 +110.6% $245 / Sq Ft
10/30/2017 10/30/17 Sold $292,000 -1.0% $116 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/19/2017 09/19/17 Pending -- -- --
09/02/2017 09/02/17 Price Changed $295,000 -1.3% $118 / Sq Ft
05/22/2017 05/22/17 For Sale $299,000 0.0% $119 / Sq Ft
04/18/2017 04/18/17 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2017 04/14/17 Price Changed $299,000 +3.5% $119 / Sq Ft
04/11/2017 04/11/17 For Sale $289,000 0.0% $115 / Sq Ft
03/29/2017 03/29/17 Pending -- -- --
03/15/2017 03/15/17 For Sale $289,000 +127.6% $115 / Sq Ft
11/30/2012 11/30/12 Sold $127,000 -2.2% $51 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/02/2012 10/02/12 Pending -- -- --
09/18/2012 09/18/12 Price Changed $129,900 -7.1% $52 / Sq Ft
08/28/2012 08/28/12 Price Changed $139,900 -6.7% $56 / Sq Ft
07/31/2012 07/31/12 Price Changed $149,900 -6.3% $60 / Sq Ft
07/02/2012 07/02/12 Price Changed $159,900 -8.6% $64 / Sq Ft
06/01/2012 06/01/12 Price Changed $174,900 -7.9% $70 / Sq Ft
05/04/2012 05/04/12 For Sale $189,900 -- $76 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $550,000 Ticor Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Landwood Title
Grant Deed $292,000 Landwood Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title Insurance Corp
Quit Claim Deed -- Lawyers Title Insurance Corp
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $127,000 Lsi Title Company Inc
Trustee Deed $202,732 None Available
Grant Deed -- Multiple
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $274,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $135,000 Fidelity National Title Ins
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $533,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $283,240 New Conventional
Previous Owner $10,220 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $198,750 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $101,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $277,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $260,300 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $100,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC26035236

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 636-171-002

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