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  • Listing Provided by: C & S Real Estate, Inc.
    Price cut: $10K (4/7)
    $710,000

    8729 Rockhaven Rd, Joshua Tree, CA 92252

    1beds
    968sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1956
    2.5 Acres Lot
    $692,400 Zestimate®
    $733/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Private in-ground poolExpansive windowsSleek modern finishesTiled floorsSeparate soaking tubLarge walk-in glass showerDeep farm-style sink
    A rare opportunity to own a stunning desert retreat with POOL AND SPA in the coveted Quail Springs area of Joshua Tree—just minutes from the park entrance, and with a backyard that directly borders Joshua Tree National Park itself. This remodeled 1 bedroom, 1 bath home blends sleek modern finishes with the raw beauty of its extraordinary setting, and is nestled on a roomy 2.5 acre parcel. The massive open-concept living area features polished concrete floors, soaring ceilings with exposed beams and ceiling fans, and expansive windows—including two sets of sliding glass doors that open to the patio—bringing panoramic National Park views into every corner of the home. The dining area includes built-in bench seating and continues into the beautifully updated kitchen with butcher block countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a deep farm-style sink. The bedroom is comfortably sized and includes its own mini-split and ceiling fan. The spacious bathroom feels spa-like with dual sinks, tiled floors, a large walk-in glass shower, and a separate soaking tub—perfect for unwinding after a day of hiking or stargazing. Outside, the magic of the desert comes alive. A wide concrete patio offers shaded seating under elegant pergolas and a built-in barbecue area. A private in-ground pool overlooks the National Park’s dramatic boulder-strewn vistas, while a secluded hot tub sits down a quiet concrete path for total relaxation beneath the stars. Homes like this—backing directly onto Joshua Tree National Park—are exceptionally rare. Here, you can live immersed in the landscape that draws visitors from around the world, with the park quite literally in your backyard. Book a showing to see this incredible gem for yourself!
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: April 07, 2026 at 08:08am

    Listing Provided by:

    Cam Wortman DRE #01980003 760-600-6764,

    C & S Real Estate, Inc.,

    Listing Team: Cam Wortman & Sean Dit...

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: JT25249463MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 1
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Kitchen, Living Room
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Evaporative Cooling
      Appliances
      • Laundry: See Remarks
      Features
      • Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan
      • Flooring: Concrete
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 968 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Carport, Driveway
      • Has carport: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Entry location: Front
      • Patio & porch: Concrete, Patio
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: In Ground, Private
      • Has spa: Yes
      • Spa features: Heated, Private
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Desert, Park/Greenbelt, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Rocks
      Lot
      • Size: 2.5 Acres
      • Features: Lot Over 40000 Sqft, Near Park, Secluded
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0589213380000
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Patio Home
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1956

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Standard
      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Hiking, Near National Forest, Preserve/Public Land, Rural, Park
      Location
      • Region: Joshua Tree

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $733/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $884,966
      • Annual tax amount: $10,834
      • Date on market: 12/16/2025
      • Cumulative days on market: 85 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Unimproved
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        Estimated market value

        $692,400

        $658,000 - $727,000

        $1,751/mo

        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        4/7/2026Price change$710,000-1.4%$733/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT25249463 Report a problem
        3/30/2026Price change$720,000-0.7%$744/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT25249463 Report a problem
        3/7/2026Price change$725,000-2.7%$749/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT25249463 Report a problem
        2/8/2026Price change$745,000+2.8%$770/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT25249463 Report a problem
        1/8/2026Pending sale$725,000$749/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT25249463 Report a problem
        12/16/2025Listed for sale$725,000-9.4%$749/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT25249463 Report a problem
        1/25/2022Sold$800,000+0.6%$826/sqft
        Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219071252 Report a problem
        12/18/2021Contingent$795,000$821/sqft
        Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219071252 Report a problem
        12/10/2021Listed for sale$795,000+82.8%$821/sqft
        Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219071252 Report a problem
        10/7/2020Sold$435,000-12.8%$449/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #JT20065594 Report a problem
        8/26/2020Pending sale$499,000$515/sqft
        Source: California Regional MLS #JT20065594 Report a problem
        3/30/2020Listed for sale$499,000+1047.1%$515/sqft
        Source: California Regional MLS #JT20065594 Report a problem
        6/25/1998Sold$43,500$45/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$10,834 +11.1%$884,966 +6.3%
        2024$9,747 +2%$832,320 +2%
        2023$9,559 +77.4%$816,000 +83.9%
        2022$5,389 +1.1%$443,700 +2%
        2021$5,330 +402.4%$435,000 +597.6%
        2020$1,061 -3.9%$62,355 +2%
        2019$1,104 +17.8%$61,132 +2%
        2018$937 +0.9%$59,933 +2%
        2017$929 $58,758 +2%
        2016$929 +1.5%$57,606 +1.5%
        2015$915 +1.8%$56,741 +2%
        2014$899 $55,630 +0.5%
        2013-- $55,378 +2%
        2012-- $54,292 +2%
        2011-- $53,228 +0.8%
        2010-- $52,830 -0.2%
        2009-- $52,956 +2%
        2008-- $51,918 +2%
        2007-- $50,900 +2%
        2006-- $49,902 +2%
        2005-- $48,923 +2%
        2004-- $47,964 +1.9%
        2003-- $47,085 +2%
        2002-- $46,162 +2%
        2001-- $45,257 +2%
        2000-- $44,370

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        Monthly payment

        Est. payment
        $4,072/mo
        Principal & interest
        $3403
        Property taxes
        $669
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