$345,000
$40K PRICE DROP

8960 S Samel Rd Morongo Valley, CA 92256

Estimated payment $1,997/month

2 Beds
1 Bath
784 Sq Ft
$440 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 5 Acre Lot
  • Near a National Forest
  • No HOA
  • Desert View
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

Breathtaking mountain and hill views surround this stunning 5-acre property, offering peace, privacy, and natural beauty. A contemporary-style home is perfectly situated on the land, creating an ideal desert retreat. The well-maintained residence features 784 sq ft of living space with 2 spacious bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. Recent updates enhance comfort and functionality. The property is equipped with its own private water well and septic system. Enjoy outdoor living and entertaining on the covered patio, where you can relax and take in spectacular sunset views. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the close proximity to Joshua Tree National Park, making this an exceptional opportunity for nature lovers. An absolute must-see property.

Listing Agent

Troy Archuleta

TIG Commercial, INC. Brokerage Email: archuletatig@outlook.com License #02075517 Listed on: 12/17/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 5 Acre Lot
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Fence is in average condition
  • Density is 2-5 Units/Acre

Property Views

  • Desert
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Turnkey
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Raised Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 784 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Kitchen

Parking

  • Parking Available
  • Unpaved Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Natural Gas Not Available
  • Private Water Source
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Type Unknown
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 21
  • Tax Tract Number 104
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0581241210000
  • $524 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Near a National Forest
  • Foothills
  • Mountainous Community

Recreation

  • Hiking Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: Access Road
  • Road Surface Type: Unpaved
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: SFR
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 0581241210000
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 784.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 440.05
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub
  • Room Kitchen Features: Tile Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • View: Desert, Hills
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Average Condition, Chain Link
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Flat
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Unpaved

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Not Available, Water Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Range, Disposal
  • Heating Type: Electric, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen
  • Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
  • Water Source: Private, Well
  • Cooling: Zoned
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Blm/National Forest, Foothills, Hiking, Mountainous

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 2-5 Units/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 217800.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.0000
  • Latitude Manual: 34.08915800

Multi Family

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 21
  • Tax Tract: 0104.17
  • Tax Tract Number: 0104.17
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 524.00

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Source: Public Records

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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
2025 $2,186 $169,537 $33,908 $135,629
2024 $2,186 $166,213 $33,243 $132,970
2023 $2,144 $162,954 $32,591 $130,363
2022 $2,100 $159,759 $31,952 $127,807
2021 $2,074 $156,626 $31,325 $125,301
2020 $2,056 $155,020 $31,004 $124,016
2019 $2,158 $151,980 $30,396 $121,584
2018 $1,185 $73,741 $7,375 $66,366
2017 $1,170 $72,295 $7,230 $65,065
2016 $1,150 $70,877 $7,088 $63,789
2015 $1,125 $69,813 $6,982 $62,831
2014 $1,118 $68,445 $6,845 $61,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/17/2025 12/17/25 Price Changed $345,000 -10.4% $440 / Sq Ft
12/17/2025 12/17/25 For Sale $385,000 +158.4% $491 / Sq Ft
03/29/2018 03/29/18 Sold $149,000 0.0% $190 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/04/2018 02/04/18 Pending -- -- --
02/01/2018 02/01/18 For Sale $149,000 -- $190 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Gift Deed -- First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed $149,000 Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $65,000 Equity Title Company
Grant Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $208,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $119,200 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: CV25277524

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 0581-241-21