$415,000
SOLD AUG 29, 2025

7279 Balsa Ave Yucca Valley, CA 92284

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,592 Sq Ft
21,061 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$261 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

89 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Filtered Pool
  • City Lights View
  • Attic
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Retreat
  • Bonus Room

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to 7279 Balsa Avenue, a beautifully remodeled single-family home on a corner lot. 1 neighbor, nestled in the heart of Yucca Valley’s desirable Southeast neighborhood. This move-in-ready retreat blends comfort, efficiency, and modern flair, making it perfect for full-time living, weekend escapes, or a vacation rental investment.
This home is equipped for smart living, such as Alexa and Google Home. The 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features an open-concept living space with granite countertops, white cabinetry, and tile flooring throughout the main areas, plus cozy carpeting in the bedrooms. Energy-efficient solar panels and smart home technology enhance convenience while helping you save on utilities.
Step outside and discover your private backyard paradise complete with a sparkling Pool, and ample space for entertaining or stargazing under the desert sky. Located just minutes from downtown Yucca Valley, local shops, restaurants, and the gateway to Joshua Tree National Park and Palms Springs.
Whether you're looking for your dream home or a stylish desert getaway, this one checks all the boxes. Come see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Angel Hightower

Vylla Home, Inc. Brokerage Phone: 213-392-3191 License #01918587 Listed on: 05/06/2025

Vylla Home, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Mario Acevedo

Acevedo Group License #01714944

Acevedo Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 0.48 Acre Lot
  • Rural Setting
  • Fenced
  • Fence is in excellent condition
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Private Yard
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • Parking Available
  • Single Garage Door
  • Driveway
  • Parking Lot
  • Off-Street Parking
  • RV Potential

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Mountain
  • Desert
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Copper Plumbing
  • Plaster
  • Stucco
  • Adobe

Interior Spaces

  • 1,592 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Bay Window
  • Garden Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Storage
  • Home Gym
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Self-Cleaning Convection Oven
  • Gas Oven
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Retreat
  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Termite Clearance

Accessible Home Design

  • Low Pile Carpeting
  • Accessible Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Heating System

Pool

  • Filtered Pool
  • Solar Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Fence Around Pool
  • Permits for Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Fire Pit
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Evaporated cooling system
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Underground Utilities
  • Overhead Utilities
  • Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Tax Tract Number 6124
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0601321140000
  • $2,064 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Foothills
  • Mountainous Community

Recreation

  • Park
  • Dog Park
  • Hiking Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0.48 Acres

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire and Smoke Detection System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Property Condition: Termite Clearance
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 0601321140000
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1592.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Copper Plumbing Full, Crown Molding, Granite Counters, Pantry, Storage, Unfurnished
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Accessibility Features: Low Pile Carpeting, Parking
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room, In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Fire Pit
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 260.68
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Attic, Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Retreat
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s), Garden Window(s)
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower In Tub, Exhaust Fan(s), Granite Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • View: City Lights, Desert, Hills, Mountain(s)
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Excellent Condition
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Slab, Wood
  • Pool Features: Private, Fenced, Filtered, Gunite, Heated, Electric Heat, In Ground, Permits, Solar Heat
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Adobe, Drywall Walls, Frame, Plaster, Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Concrete, Garage, Garage - Single Door, Off Street, Parking Space, RV Potential
  • Total Parking Spaces: 5.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 4.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Other, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Available, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Heater, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas, Solar
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Evaporative Cooling
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Dog Park, Foothills, Hiking, Park, Mountainous, Rural

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level with Street, Rocks, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers Timer, Utilities - Overhead, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 21060.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4835

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 21060.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 104.29
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 6124
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 2064.00

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Floorplan

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 6, 2025
Closed on
Aug 28, 2025
Sold by
Steven R Markin Family Trust and Markin Steven R
Bought by
Gilyard Joyce M and Gilyard Jason R
Seller's Agent
Angel Hightower
Vylla Home, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Mario Acevedo
Acevedo Group
List Price
$445,000
Sold Price
$415,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-6.74%
Views
500
Current Estimated Value
$425,429

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$10,429
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.53%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 6, 2025
Closed on
Aug 25, 2025
Sold by
Davidson Geneva Elizabeth
Bought by
Gilyard Jason R
Seller's Agent
Angel Hightower
Vylla Home, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Mario Acevedo
Acevedo Group
List Price
$445,000
Sold Price
$415,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-6.74%
Views
500

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 11, 2022
Sold by
Markin Steve R
Bought by
Steven R Markin Family Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 21, 2021
Closed on
Jun 29, 2021
Sold by
Perez Nelson and Cruz Joyce Morata
Bought by
Markin Steve R
Seller's Agent
Madelaine LaVoie
Cherie Miller & Associates
List Price
$319,500
Sold Price
$335,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,500
4.85%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.25%
Original Mortgage
$328,932
Interest Rate
2.96%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 17, 2018
Closed on
Sep 25, 2018
Sold by
Bentley Sallie E
Bought by
Morata Perez Nelson and Morata Cruz Joyce
Seller's Agent
Kathy Geogea
Cherie Miller & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Madelaine LaVoie
Cherie Miller & Associates
List Price
$209,900
Sold Price
$196,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$13,400
-6.38%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
21.24%
Original Mortgage
$192,940
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 28, 2012
Sold by
Bentley Sallie E
Bought by
Bentley Sallie E and Bocanfuso Marilena

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 26, 2012
Sold by
Fannie Mae
Bought by
Bentley Sallie E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$59,200
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 2010
Sold by
Voss Karen R
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association
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 $415,000 First American Title
Quit Claim Deed -- First American Title
Grant Deed -- Clark Allison Llp
Grant Deed $335,000 Fidelity National Ttl Co Ie
Grant Deed $196,500 Fidelity National Title Comp
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $74,000 Old Republic Title Company
Trustee Deed $215,545 Accommodation
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $328,932 FHA
Previous Owner $192,940 FHA
Previous Owner $59,200 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/29/2025 08/29/25 Sold $415,000 0.0% $261 / Sq Ft
08/03/2025 08/03/25 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2025 06/18/25 Price Changed $415,000 -3.5% $261 / Sq Ft
06/12/2025 06/12/25 Price Changed $430,000 -3.4% $270 / Sq Ft
05/06/2025 05/06/25 For Sale $445,000 +32.8% $280 / Sq Ft
07/23/2021 07/23/21 Sold $335,000 +4.9% $210 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/29/2021 06/29/21 Pending -- -- --
06/21/2021 06/21/21 For Sale $319,500 +62.6% $201 / Sq Ft
10/15/2018 10/15/18 Sold $196,500 -1.7% $123 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/01/2018 09/01/18 Pending -- -- --
07/31/2018 07/31/18 Price Changed $199,900 -4.8% $126 / Sq Ft
07/17/2018 07/17/18 For Sale $209,900 -- $132 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $6,198 $395,300 $71,101 $324,199
2024 $5,869 $387,549 $69,707 $317,842
2023 $5,582 $379,950 $68,340 $311,610
2022 $5,130 $335,000 $67,000 $268,000
2021 $3,870 $202,506 $40,501 $162,005
2020 $3,815 $200,430 $40,086 $160,344
2019 $3,078 $196,500 $39,300 $157,200
2018 $1,372 $81,689 $15,455 $66,234
2017 $1,005 $80,087 $15,152 $64,935
2016 $987 $78,517 $14,855 $63,662
2015 $965 $77,338 $14,632 $62,706
2014 $957 $75,823 $14,345 $61,478
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PW25098308

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 0601-321-14

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