$500,000
SOLD AUG 31, 2020

8672 Via Rocosa Rd Joshua Tree, CA 92252

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,576 Sq Ft
2.5 Acres

Recently Sold

$317 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

33 Days on Market

About This Home

As of October 2024

Joshua Tree Highlands, ACREAGE & VIEWS! Behold this tranquil and delightful 2.5 acre property perched nicely with a backdrop of hills and boulders, in the always coveted Joshua Tree Highlands area, within hiking distance to Joshua Tree National Park and ensconced in desert wilderness. This large, 2 bedroom home with attached separate guest quarters boasts nearly 1600 square feet of living space and commanding views. Stainless steel appliances—with recently upgraded dishwasher and range--gorgeous butcher-block counters, and stained cabinetry contribute to the warm, inviting feel of this oasis. Ducted evaporative cooling and central HVAC plus wood stove offer year-round comfort. With an attached 2-car garage, plus separate large studio space, plus large separate workshop, this house has it all. This gem is all set up for the equestrian buyer, but would be perfect for most anyone. Great for full-time living or maybe just a weekend-getaway property. The location is stellar--properties in this area are always in demand. Come see today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Peter Spurr

Joshua Tree Realty License #01414588 Listed on: 06/13/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Nina Y Kim

Nina Nam License #00829608

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 26, 2023
Closed on
Oct 18, 2024
Sold by
Jnk Realty Llc
Bought by
Marisa E Howard Survivors Trust and Howard
Seller's Agent
Peter Spurr
Joshua Tree Realty
Buyer's Agent
Unknown Member
List Price
$689,000
Sold Price
$689,000
Total Days on Market
33
Views
531
Current Estimated Value
$690,968

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,968
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.45%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 23, 2021
Sold by
Nam Ki Sung and Nam Nina Youngnan
Bought by
Jnk Realty Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 2002
Sold by
Fami Seelig Michael and Fami Robert Eugene Haynie 1992
Bought by
Hartness Daniel L and Hartness Maureen L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,000
Interest Rate
6.51%
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 $689,000 Corinthian Title
Grant Deed -- None Available
Grant Deed $145,000 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $138,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $148,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $108,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/25/2024 10/25/24 Sold $689,000 0.0% $437 / Sq Ft
10/04/2024 10/04/24 Pending -- -- --
09/04/2024 09/04/24 Price Changed $689,000 0.0% $437 / Sq Ft
09/04/2024 09/04/24 For Sale $689,000 0.0% $437 / Sq Ft
03/15/2024 03/15/24 Off Market $689,000 -- --
10/26/2023 10/26/23 For Sale $777,000 +55.4% $493 / Sq Ft
08/31/2020 08/31/20 Sold $500,000 -8.9% $317 / Sq Ft
07/16/2020 07/16/20 Pending -- -- --
06/13/2020 06/13/20 For Sale $549,000 -- $348 / 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 $6,341 $530,604 $106,121 $424,483
2023 $6,219 $520,200 $104,040 $416,160
2022 $6,093 $510,000 $102,000 $408,000
2021 $6,027 $500,000 $100,000 $400,000
2020 $2,443 $192,027 $33,108 $158,919
2019 $2,576 $188,262 $32,459 $155,803
2018 $2,391 $184,571 $31,823 $152,748
2017 $2,282 $173,100 $43,000 $130,100
2016 $2,162 $163,300 $40,600 $122,700
2015 $2,069 $157,000 $39,000 $118,000
2014 $2,191 $165,000 $41,000 $124,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: JT20114389

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 0589-161-17