$255,000
$10K PRICE DROP

9271 S Samel Rd Morongo Valley, CA 92256

Estimated payment $1,491/month

Total Views 2,740
-- Bed
2 Baths
400 Sq Ft
$638 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Detached Guest House
  • Open Floorplan
  • Quartz Countertops
  • 5.11 Acre Lot
  • Mountain View
  • No HOA

About This Home

Charming Hilltop Studio Cabin Retreat on 5 acres surrounded by magical desert landscape, this cozy studio offers a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort in the heart of MV.

This unique property with breathtaking panoramic views is your invitation to escape into nature. From your back door, take your own private hiking trail up the canyon leading to a viewing bench. Soak in the stunning surroundings that stretch in every direction.

Step inside to find a thoughtfully remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops, a propane stove, refrigerator – all designed to support a modern lifestyle. The updated bathroom and efficient mini-split system ensure comfort year-round. The open floor plan maximizes space and creates a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Outside, you'll discover beautiful natural landscaping, unique wood fencing and a cowboy pool for a refreshing dip-hike by day, soak by sunset.

An added bonus: a separate guest casita complete with a 3⁄4 bath, offering privacy and convenience for visiting family or friends.

This one-of-a-kind property is a rare opportunity to embrace the peaceful, nature-filled lifestyle of Morongo Valley this hillside haven is ready to become your dream retreat.

Listing Agent

Madelaine LaVoie

Cherie Miller & Associates Brokerage Phone: 760-401-3374 License #01005011 Listed on: 06/19/2025

Cherie Miller & Associates

Co-Listing Agent

Lynee LaVoie

Cherie Miller & Associates Brokerage Phone: 760-401-3374 License #02021036

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,221

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 5.11 Acre Lot
  • Rural Setting
  • Desert faces the front and back of the property
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Privacy Fence
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Property is zoned MV/RL-5

Home Design

  • Cabin

Interior Spaces

  • 400 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Propane Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Quartz Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • Parking Available
  • Up Slope from Street
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Conventional Septic

Additional Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Detached Guest House

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 26
  • Tax Tract Number 1
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0585201010000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,221

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: Cabin
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Unpaved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: MV/RL-5
  • Property Sub Type: Cabin
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 0585201010000
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 400.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: front
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Area
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 637.50
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Bathroom Features: Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Quartz Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Other Structures: Guest House Detached
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Partial, Privacy, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Brick, Covered, Patio, Patio Open
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: No
  • Appliances: Propane Oven, Propane Water Heater, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Conventional Septic
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Rural

Schools

  • School District: Morongo Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Purchase: No
  • Lot Features: Desert Back, Desert Front, Landscaped, Up Slope from Street
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 222592.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.1100

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 222592.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 104.13
  • Tax Lot: 26
  • Tax Tract Number: 1

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Range of Values:

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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 $1,221 $224,298 $81,600 $142,698
2024 $1,221 $81,487 $48,249 $33,238
2023 $1,196 $79,889 $47,303 $32,586
2022 $1,171 $78,322 $46,375 $31,947
2021 $1,155 $76,787 $45,466 $31,321
2020 $1,143 $76,000 $45,000 $31,000
2019 $908 $11,125 $6,755 $4,370
2018 $371 $10,907 $6,623 $4,284
2017 $364 $10,693 $6,493 $4,200
2016 $358 $10,484 $6,366 $4,118
2015 $350 $10,326 $6,270 $4,056
2014 $351 $10,124 $6,147 $3,977
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/12/2025 08/12/25 Price Changed $255,000 -3.8% $638 / Sq Ft
06/19/2025 06/19/25 For Sale $265,000 +20.5% $663 / Sq Ft
01/09/2024 01/09/24 Sold $219,900 0.0% $550 / Sq Ft
12/14/2023 12/14/23 Pending -- -- --
12/13/2023 12/13/23 For Sale $219,900 0.0% $550 / Sq Ft
12/06/2023 12/06/23 Pending -- -- --
12/02/2023 12/02/23 For Sale $219,900 -- $550 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $220,000 Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed $76,000 Corinthian Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: JT25138217

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 0585-201-01