$305,000
SOLD MAR 18, 2025

71524 Samarkand Dr Twentynine Palms, CA 92277

1 Bed
1 Bath
1,076 Sq Ft
5 Acres

Recently Sold

$283 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Power System
  • Desert View
  • Hiking Trails
  • 5 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System

About This Home

As of March 2025

Charming 1 Bed, 1 Bath home with stunning views, sitting on a MASSIVE 5 acre parcel! Escape to the serene beauty of 29 Palms! This cozy home is perfectly nestled in the highly sought-after Chocolate Drop area. Offering breathtaking panoramic views of the desert landscape. Whether you're enjoying a quiet morning coffee or stargazing under the vast desert sky, this home provides the perfect backdrop for your peaceful retreat. With its open layout and natural light, this home blends comfort and tranquility. Step outside to your own private oasis and take in the stunning desert scenery – a perfect place to unwind after a busy day. Scenic Views of the Desert & Mountains. Peaceful, Secluded Location. Close Proximity to the Joshua Tree National Park, local shops, and restaurants. Embrace desert living in style – this gem won’t last long!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Russel Waldron

Joshua Tree Realty Brokerage Phone: 760-333-0838 License #02065694 Listed on: 01/28/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

John Simpson

All American Real Estate License #01071928

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,031

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 5 Acre Lot
  • Desert faces the front and back of the property

Interior Spaces

  • 1,076 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Desert Views
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Conventional Septic

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0612211360000
  • $636 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Hiking Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,031

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 0612211360000
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1076.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: front
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 283.46
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down

Exterior Features

  • View: Desert
  • Pool Private: No

Utilities

  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Closet
  • Sewer: Conventional Septic
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Hiking

Schools

  • School District: Morongo Unified

Green Features

  • Green Power: Solar

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Desert Back, Desert Front
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 217800.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.0000
  • Latitude Manual: 34.15758100

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 217800.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 104.15
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 636.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 28, 2025
Closed on
Mar 5, 2025
Sold by
Ostrout Family Revocable Living Trust and Knovick Elizabeth Jeanne
Bought by
Silver Robert W
Seller's Agent
Russel Waldron
Joshua Tree Realty
Buyer's Agent
John Simpson
All American Real Estate
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$305,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
1.7%
Views
17
Current Estimated Value
$298,486

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$6,514
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.97%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 2021
Sold by
Knovick Elizabeth J and Knovick George C
Bought by
Ostrout Family Revocable Living Trust and Ostrout

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$146,000
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2020
Sold by
Ostrout Justin T
Bought by
Ostrout Justin T and Ostrout Katherine S

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 26, 2017
Closed on
Nov 16, 2017
Sold by
Knovick George
Bought by
Knovick Elizabeth Jeanne
Seller's Agent
Peter Spurr
Joshua Tree Realty
Buyer's Agent
Claudia Saldana
Desert Lifestyle Properties
List Price
$169,000
Sold Price
$179,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
5.92%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.00%
Original Mortgage
$152,100
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 26, 2017
Closed on
Nov 7, 2017
Sold by
Panter Nicole
Bought by
Ostrout Justin T and Knovick Elizabeth Jeanne
Seller's Agent
Peter Spurr
Joshua Tree Realty
Buyer's Agent
Claudia Saldana
Desert Lifestyle Properties
List Price
$169,000
Sold Price
$179,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
5.92%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$152,100
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2016
Sold by
Panter Nicole O
Bought by
Panter Nicole and The Rancho Deluxe Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 1998
Sold by
Tre Bar Inc
Bought by
Panter Nicole O

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$23,750
Interest Rate
6.54%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $305,000 Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed -- Accommodation/Courtesy Recordi
Grant Deed -- Wfg National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $179,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $25,000 Universal Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $146,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $152,100 New Conventional
Previous Owner $62,329 Unknown
Previous Owner $28,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $35,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $23,750 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/18/2025 03/18/25 Sold $305,000 +1.7% $283 / Sq Ft
02/19/2025 02/19/25 Pending -- -- --
01/28/2025 01/28/25 For Sale $299,900 +67.5% $279 / Sq Ft
11/29/2017 11/29/17 Sold $179,000 +5.9% $179 / Sq Ft
10/26/2017 10/26/17 For Sale $169,000 -- $169 / 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 $3,031 $235,092 $34,940 $200,152
2023 $2,941 $230,482 $34,255 $196,227
2022 $2,877 $225,962 $33,583 $192,379
2021 $2,491 $188,161 $31,535 $156,626
2020 $2,467 $186,232 $31,212 $155,020
2019 $2,407 $182,580 $30,600 $151,980
2018 $2,351 $41,333 $6,888 $34,445
2017 $900 $40,523 $6,753 $33,770
2016 $784 $39,729 $6,621 $33,108
2015 $704 $39,133 $6,522 $32,611
2014 $699 $38,366 $6,394 $31,972
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: JT25020258

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 0612-211-36