Own your own 5-acre tract of land in Riverside County, California! ''Pleasure, Contentment, Health and Happiness can readily be found in the Great American Desert'' is how Colonel E. B. Moore marketed and sold over 10,000 tracts of land in the Joshua Tree, Morongo Valley, and Desert Hot Springs area during the 1950s. This vacant, raw fee simple 5-acre tract was purchased in 1956 under the Small Tract Act of 1938, and has been held in the same family ever since. It offers panoramic views of the San Jacinto and San Bernardino Mountains, and is zoned W-2 on an unpaved road close to the intersection of Dillon and Mountain View roads, southeast of Desert Hot Springs. This is your opportunity to purchase a piece of the ''California Dream'' - with spectacular views - for less than $80,000!
Vacant landProperty Type
5.1 acresLot Size
$15,294Price/Acres
Listed by Chris Burbach•DRE #02001705• Windermere Real Estate
Directions: From I-10, exit Gene Autry Trail/Palm Drive north to east on Dillon Road, to north on Mountain View Road, and east on unpaved Far View Road. Parcel is south of the intersection of Far View and Glory View Roads.
Cross streets: Far View Road and Glory View Road
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This 2.57-acre parcel of raw, vacant land is located in the rapidly growing area of Desert Hot Springs, Riverside County, California. The property is zoned W-2, which allows for a wide range of potential uses including residential development, light agriculture, equestrian facilities, renewable energy projects, and low-intensity commercial activities, subject to county requirements. The lot offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding San Bernardino and San Jacinto Mountains, with direct access to open desert terrain and vast skies. Access is available via Far View Road or Glory View, providing convenient entry points to the property. Situated within close proximity to Palm Springs, Joshua Tree National Park, and the I-10 freeway, this parcel presents a unique opportunity for those seeking space, privacy, and investment potential in a fast-developing desert region. Land Survey has been completed on this property. Owner financing available, seller is willing to finance for up to 10 years or more depending on the offer.
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Apr 1, 2022
Listing Removed
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Aug 24, 2021
Listed
$249,900
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May 1, 2019
Listing Removed
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Dec 31, 2018
Price Changed
$30,000
Dec 4, 2018
Listed
$45,000
GPSMLS #213008615
Jun 20, 2014
Listing Removed
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Dec 27, 2013
Listed
$59,000
GPSMLS #13680673
Dec 27, 2013
Listing Removed
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Jun 14, 2013
Listed
$89,000
GPSMLS #21326544
Oct 1, 2008
Listing Removed
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Apr 1, 2008
Listed
$260,000
GPSMLS #21311541
Feb 13, 2008
Listing Removed
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Nov 13, 2007
Listed
$269,000
GPSMLS #21273484
Dec 10, 2007
Listing Removed
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Dec 5, 2006
Listed
$500,000
GPSMLS #21288604
Oct 19, 2007
Listing Removed
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Apr 18, 2007
Listed
$269,000
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Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
8 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
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Desert Hot Springs, CA • 92241
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Redfin Estimate for 0 Far View Rd
$71,065
$6,935 under list price of $78K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $36K to $420K.