$409,900
SOLD DEC 29, 2016

8775 Via Rocosa Joshua Tree, CA 92252

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,724 Sq Ft
4.63 Acres

Recently Sold

$238 Per Sq Ft

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Horse Property
  • 201,683 Sq Ft lot
  • No HOA
  • Above Ground Spa
  • Mountain View
  • Breakfast Bar

About This Home

As of March 2025

AVAILABLE SHOWING TIMES... NOV 28,29 AND 30. one hand clapping... nestled in the hills, high in the Highlands of South Joshua Tree, this Mid-Century Modern is currently a high-demand vacation rental. Commonly known as the Joshua Tree Zen House, the silence is healing, the serenity is all-encompassing. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1724 sq ft living area, lovingly cared-for, meticulously groomed, an absolute joy to behold. Showings will necessarily be scheduled around vacancies.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

MARK HUGHES

Terrapin Trails Real Estate License #00928833 Listed on: 11/08/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

MARK HUGHES

Terrapin Trails Real Estate License #00928833 Listed on: 11/08/2016

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,746

Year Built

  • Built in 1958 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 4.63 Acre Lot
  • Desert faces the front and back of the property
  • Property is zoned JT/RL

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Desert
  • Valley
  • Rock

Interior Spaces

  • 1,724 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Spa
  • Horse Property

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Propane
  • Conventional Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Foothills
  • Property is near a preserve or public land

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 24
  • Tax Tract Number 24
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0589171240000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,746

Year Built

Built in 1958 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: Country Road
  • Road Surface Type: Unpaved
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: JT/RL
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 0589171240000
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1724.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: steps up from driveway
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 237.76
  • Room Type: Master Bathroom
  • Spa Features: Above Ground
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island

Exterior Features

  • View: Desert, Mountain(s), Rocks, Valley
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: Yes

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Electric Oven, Electric Range
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Sewer: Conventional Septic
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Foothills, Preserve/Public Land

Schools

  • School District: Morongo Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Desert Back, Desert Front, Horse Property
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 201682.80

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 104.19
  • Tax Lot: 24
  • Tax Tract Number: 24

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 18, 2024
Closed on
Apr 16, 2025
Sold by
Marbury Trust and Koffmann Daniel Rickert
Bought by
Property Company 57 Llc
Seller's Agent
Jaime Queen
Joshua Tree Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jaime Queen
Joshua Tree Realty
List Price
$918,000
Sold Price
$840,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$78,000
-8.5%
Views
28

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-17.04%
Original Mortgage
$672,000
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 18, 2024
Closed on
Feb 25, 2025
Sold by
Anderson Steven Franklin and Willis Holly Laing
Bought by
Marbury Trust and Koffmann
Seller's Agent
Jaime Queen
Joshua Tree Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jaime Queen
Joshua Tree Realty
List Price
$918,000
Sold Price
$840,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$78,000
-8.5%
Views
28

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$672,000
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 8, 2016
Closed on
Dec 5, 2016
Sold by
Griffin Kent E
Bought by
Laing Anderson Steven Franklin and Laing Willis Holly
Seller's Agent
MARK HUGHES
Terrapin Trails Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
MARK HUGHES
Terrapin Trails Real Estate
List Price
$409,900
Sold Price
$409,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.07%
Original Mortgage
$296,840
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 23, 1999
Sold by
Huntington Jeffery C
Bought by
Griffin Kent E and Deforest Elizabeth

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 1993
Sold by
Huntington Denice R
Bought by
Huntington Jeffery C and Huntington Denice R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$30,000
Interest Rate
7.21%
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 -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $840,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Grant Deed $410,000 Title 365 Company
Grant Deed $92,000 First American Title Ins Co
Grant Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $672,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $400,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $296,840 New Conventional
Previous Owner $30,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/31/2025 03/31/25 Sold $840,000 -8.5% $487 / Sq Ft
10/18/2024 10/18/24 For Sale $918,000 +124.0% $532 / Sq Ft
12/29/2016 12/29/16 Sold $409,900 0.0% $238 / Sq Ft
11/17/2016 11/17/16 Pending -- -- --
11/08/2016 11/08/16 For Sale $409,900 -- $238 / 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 $5,746 $466,396 $170,675 $295,721
2023 $5,636 $457,251 $167,328 $289,923
2022 $5,524 $448,285 $164,047 $284,238
2021 $5,463 $439,495 $160,830 $278,665
2020 $5,422 $434,989 $159,181 $275,808
2019 $5,768 $426,460 $156,060 $270,400
2018 $5,545 $418,098 $153,000 $265,098
2017 $1,803 $121,839 $33,108 $88,731
2016 $1,775 $119,450 $32,459 $86,991
2015 $1,741 $117,655 $31,971 $85,684
2014 $1,728 $115,351 $31,345 $84,006
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: JT16742895

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 0589-171-24