Escape the city and enjoy serene, private living on this gorgeous 2.5-acre property featuring over 65 Medjool Date trees with room to plant many more. Zoned for agriculture and equestrian use, this secluded retreat offers spectacular mountain and desert vistas, perfect for appreciating stunning sunsets, sunrises, and starry nights in peace. The charming, furnished 4-bedroom, 1-bath Sky Valley home boasts a European kitchen with white and gray granite countertops, Old World cabinetry, and spacious dining area. The bathroom features a high vanity with a glass bowl sink and an open tile shower. The living room is warm and inviting, with French doors and a real wood-burning stove, complemented by a spacious 6’ x 40’ screened-in porch for outdoor relaxation. A fourth bedroom on the west side of the home provides additional flexibility. Outside, the property includes a trailer for a project ideal for guests, a caretaker, or in-law quarters as well as four sheds for storage. For entertainment and gatherings there is 20’x40’ concrete slab on the lower part of the property offers versatile space for additional projects or structures. The home is partially gated for privacy and features a covered carport, making it perfect for families, artists, musicians, or contractors seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle. This property offers a unique blend of natural beauty, functional living spaces, and agricultural potential, or just a private getaway for those seeking a weekend home
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
2.5 acresLot Size
$249Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by David Rosales•DRE #02058888• Homesmart Realty
Contact: 760-904-7626
Bought with Gabino Gomez Saenz III•DRE #01982966• Cool Digs
Est. $2,150 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 73315 Helms Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #IG25281440
Jul 30, 2026
Sold
$490,000
$249/sq ft
Jul 28, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 24, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 8, 2026
Relisted
—
Mar 31, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Dec 29, 2025
Listed
$499,000
$254/sq ft
CRMLS #IG25224329
Oct 31, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Sep 24, 2025
Listed
$499,000
$254/sq ft
GPSMLS #219063956
Sep 22, 2021
Sold
$420,000
$214/sq ft
Jul 30, 2021
Pending
—
Jul 29, 2021
Price Changed
$419,900
$214/sq ft
Jul 23, 2021
Price Changed
$439,700
$224/sq ft
Jun 29, 2021
Price Changed
$439,900
$224/sq ft
Jun 23, 2021
Listed
$489,900
$249/sq ft
+37
2.5 acres with 73 producing rare Medjool Date trees and room to plant many more! Charming 4 bedroom 1 bath furnished Sky Valley home . Secluded, serene and private with breathtaking mountain and Desert views. Get OUT of the city and enjoy the beautiful sunsets, sunrises and starlit nights in peace. This home is great for a family, or an artist, musician, or contractor. Gated for privacy with a covered carport and is zoned for agriculture and equestrian. The European kitchen has white and gray granite countertops and Old World cabinetry, two dining areas, the bathroom has a high vanity with a glass bowl sink and open tile shower. The living room has french doors and a real wood burning stove. Off of the living is an old school 6 x 40 screened in porch. Gorgeous barn door that separates the master bedroom from the other 2 bedrooms, one of which can be used for an office or a den. There is a fourth bedroom on the west side of the home. The laundry room is huge and can easily be turned into an extra bathroom. There is a one bedroom Park Model Trailer for extra guests, caretaker or Mother in law quarters, and an outdoor stage for entertaining!
Public Records
Jul 17, 2006
Sold
$100,000
$51/sq ft
GPSMLS #21253667
Jun 12, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jun 8, 2006
Listed
$100,000
$51/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,478 (−1.7%)
$137,957 + $307,750
$445,707
2024
$5,573 (−1.0%)
$137,957 + $307,750
$445,707
2023
$5,630 (+1.4%)
$135,252 + $301,716
$436,968
2022
$5,550 (+183.8%)
$132,600 + $295,800
$428,400
2021
$1,956 (+16.3%)
$130,000 + $290,000
$420,000
2020
$1,682 (+2.7%)
$26,394 + $117,575
$143,969
2019
$1,637 (+3.8%)
$23,566 + $104,978
$128,544
2018
$1,577 (+9.2%)
$22,880 + $101,920
$124,800
2017
$1,444 (+1.1%)
$22,000 + $87,000
$109,000
2016
$1,428 (+41.8%)
$22,000 + $87,000
$109,000
2015
$1,007 (+3.9%)
$22,000 + $87,000
$109,000
2014
$969 (−1.9%)
$44,000 + $29,000
$73,000
2013
$988 (+4.7%)
$44,000 + $29,000
$73,000
2012
$944 (−8.9%)
$44,000 + $29,000
$73,000
2011
$1,036 (+3.9%)
$44,000 + $29,000
$73,000
2010
$998 (−58.5%)
$48,000 + $32,000
$80,000
2009
$2,406 (+9.4%)
$46,000 + $28,000
$74,000
2008
$2,200
$119,066 + $73,063
$192,129
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.5 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
928
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
645170006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 8, 2026.
Mar 6, 2025 • Final
Bsp- pool and spa – residential
Work on a pool and spa.
Pool and hot tub
Jul 14, 2022 • Final
Building permit application: only use for building & safety permit types not listed below.
Install an inground concrete pool and an inground concrete spa.
Pool and hot tub
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Kitchen
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Walk-In Closet, Laundry, All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen
Fireplace Information
Wood
Has Fireplace
Heating Information
Central Furnace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: Front
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 4
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Agricultural, Horse Property, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 645170006
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: Horse Trails, Biking, Mountainous
School Information
High School District: Palm Springs Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 33.92140600
Longitude: -116.38334500
Directions: North on Prospect St then right on Helms Road
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 928
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Riverside County
APN: 645170006
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 760-904-7626
Days Active in MLS: 169
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 169
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: David
List Agent Last Name: Rosales
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Homesmart
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Gabino
Buyer Agent Last Name: Gomez Saenz III
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Cool Digs
Around this home
Schools
Della S. Lindley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 7.0mi
3/10
Desert Springs Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.7mi
2/10
Desert Hot Springs High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.1mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 109° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Desert Hot Springs, CA • 92241
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.