Incredible Opportunity to own a very UNIQUE & One-Of-A-Kind desert property just MINUTES from Joshua Tree National Park. This artistically revived 1958 homesteader is nicely situated on 2.5 acres of land with multiple multi-use outbuildings and stunning panoramic desert and mountain views. The main cabin adorns warm wood flooring, a brand new Mini-split, a lovely wood-burning fireplace and several large windows that let in an abundance of natural light. The quaint kitchen and dining area features a charming built-in dining nook, mounted shelving and hand-built cabinetry. The bathroom is anchored with a large clawfoot tub to soak the day away and the primary bedroom has a cozy cottage feel with a connected enclosed outdoor porch (the perfect spot to enjoy a morning cup of coffee). Outside you'll be delighted to find a covered dining area with a cob oven, a convenient laundry closet, a fenced-in lounge or pet area, a colorful performance stage, an outdoor shower & loo and a playful art pathway connecting all the varying art installations. These Site structures include two workshops, a 120 sqft guest cabin, two guest pods, a 1970 trailer named "LUCY" and plenty of additional space to entertain or simply relax around a firepit on a starry desert night. There are also RV hook-ups for the traveling guests! This charmingly eccentric compound would make for a great artist's retreat, a rental property or someone's serene sanctuary away from all the hustle & bustle. It's a less than 15 min drive to downtown Joshua Tree, downtown 29 Palms, eateries, vintage shopping & more but still far enough away to fully immerse yourself in all the beauty the desert has to offer. Come take a look and let this home's calming and captivating allure do the rest. Your new desert home or weekend retreat awaits!
Mother and daughter artists breathed new life into this rustic 1958 homesteader cabin on 2.5 acres, and created a one-of-a-kind artists' haven. Directly across from BLM land, semi-private but close to everything, only 3 miles to the park. The main cabin has brand new A/C, dish television, hand-built cabinetry, built-in dining nook, wood floors, large clawfoot tub, laundry and an enclosed outdoor porch. Behind the main cabin there is a 120 sq ft guest cabin, fully wired with new A/C and dish television. The property also features two cozy guest pods, a 1970 field & stream trailer that sleeps three, two workshops, a tiny gallery with a potter's kick wheel, a hand-built performance stage, outdoor shower, outdoor loo with a new state of the art dry-flush toilet, and an outdoor courtyard dining space with a cob oven to bake bread and pizza. 2.5 acres of sculpture gardens and artful pathways connect all of the structures in a beautiful high desert setting with great views of the surrounding mountains. There is enough space here for artist retreats, workshops, community building and creative living. This move-in ready haven is the winning ticket for the right buyer. Sellers are willing to leave it largely furnished if so desired. Assessors record states 0 beds but there is one bedroom present in the main cabin.
CRMLS #DC21131142
Jan 25, 2010
Sold
$25,000
$50/sq ft
Jan 8, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Nov 16, 2009
Listed
$27,900
$56/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 23, 2006
Sold
$95,000
$192/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 8, 2004
Sold
$13,000
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,431 (−0.7%)
$43,600 + $248,233
$291,833
2024
$3,455 (+2.0%)
$40,800 + $254,700
$295,500
2023
$3,387 (+2.1%)
$41,616 + $260,100
$301,716
2022
$3,317 (+287.4%)
$41,616 + $260,100
$301,716
2021
$856 (+1.7%)
$40,800 + $255,000
$295,800
2020
$842 (+4.2%)
$11,925 + $17,887
$29,812
2019
$808 (+2.2%)
$11,803 + $17,704
$29,507
2018
$791 (+1.9%)
$11,572 + $17,357
$28,929
2017
$776 (+2.0%)
$11,123 + $16,683
$27,806
2016
$761 (+7.5%)
$11,123 + $16,683
$27,806
2015
$708 (+4.1%)
$10,905 + $16,356
$27,261
2014
$680 (+1.1%)
$10,531 + $15,794
$26,325
2013
$673 (+0.9%)
$10,531 + $15,794
$26,325
2012
$667 (+1.6%)
$10,483 + $15,723
$26,206
2011
$656 (−18.5%)
$10,277 + $15,415
$25,692
2010
$806 (−20.2%)
$10,075 + $15,113
$25,188
2009
$1,010 (−29.1%)
$30,000 + $10,000
$40,000
2008
$1,425
$40,000 + $20,000
$60,000
Tax history for 68451 Bellerue Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,431 (−0.7%)
$43,600 + $248,233
$291,833
2024
$3,455 (+2.0%)
$40,800 + $254,700
$295,500
2023
$3,387 (+2.1%)
$41,616 + $260,100
$301,716
2022
$3,317 (+287.4%)
$41,616 + $260,100
$301,716
2021
$856 (+1.7%)
$40,800 + $255,000
$295,800
2020
$842 (+4.2%)
$11,925 + $17,887
$29,812
2019
$808 (+2.2%)
$11,803 + $17,704
$29,507
2018
$791 (+1.9%)
$11,572 + $17,357
$28,929
2017
$776 (+2.0%)
$11,123 + $16,683
$27,806
2016
$761 (+7.5%)
$11,123 + $16,683
$27,806
2015
$708 (+4.1%)
$10,905 + $16,356
$27,261
2014
$680 (+1.1%)
$10,531 + $15,794
$26,325
2013
$673 (+0.9%)
$10,531 + $15,794
$26,325
2012
$667 (+1.6%)
$10,483 + $15,723
$26,206
2011
$656 (−18.5%)
$10,277 + $15,415
$25,692
2010
$806 (−20.2%)
$10,075 + $15,113
$25,188
2009
$1,010 (−29.1%)
$30,000 + $10,000
$40,000
2008
$1,425
$40,000 + $20,000
$60,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.5 Acres
Year renovated
1958
Sq. Ft.
496
Year built
1958
Style
Other
County
San Bernardino County
APN
0609 081 09 0 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Closet, Outside
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Cooling Information
Zoned
Has Cooling
Room Information
Art Studio, Kitchen, Living Room, See Remarks, Workshop
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Heating Information
Zoned
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Desert Back, Desert Front
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 0609081090000
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property ADU: No
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Rural
School Information
High School District: Morongo Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 34.16187200
Longitude: -116.16873900
Directions: From Hwy 62, go North on Mantonya Rd then left on Bellerue (Property is on the corner of those cross streets)
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 496
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.5 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 1958
County: San Bernardino County
APN: 0609 081 09 0 000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 6, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 760-221-5164
Days Active in MLS: 77
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 229
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Shantel
List Agent Last Name: Schaut
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Coldwell Banker Roadrunner Realty
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: David
Buyer Agent Last Name: Neglia
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Redfin Corporation
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Oasis Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 6.0mi
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Twentynine Palms Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 7.5mi
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Twentynine Palms High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi
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Estimated sale price
$260,000 – $315,000
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