BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME on this PRIME RESIDENTIAL LOT with BREATHTAKING MOUNTAIN VIEWS in the growing city of DESERT HOT SPRINGS! This approximately 8,276 SQ. FT. (0.19-ACRE) parcel is located within an established neighborhood and offers the perfect opportunity to build a CUSTOM HOME, PRIMARY RESIDENCE, VACATION HOME, or LONG-TERM INVESTMENT. Zoned R-1 RESIDENTIAL, the property is surrounded by existing homes and is conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, schools, parks, and everyday amenities while providing a peaceful residential setting with stunning desert and mountain views. BONUS OPPORTUNITY: The sellers have CUSTOM HOME PLANS available that may be purchased OUTSIDE OF ESCROW through a separate agreement, providing buyers with an excellent head start on bringing their vision to life. (Plans are not included in the sale of the property. ) Enjoy the best of desert living just minutes from the city's renowned NATURAL HOT MINERAL SPAS, with easy access to PALM SPRINGS, I-10, JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, world-class golf courses, casinos, hiking trails, and everything the COACHELLA VALLEY has to offer. Whether you're looking to build your forever home or invest in one of the desert's growing communities, this property offers exceptional potential in a highly desirable location. Don't miss this opportunity to own a READY-TO-BUILD RESIDENTIAL LOT with STUNNING MOUNTAIN VIEWS, an excellent location, and outstanding potential. BUYER TO VERIFY all information including zoning, utilities, lot dimensions, setbacks, and development potential with the CITY OF DESERT HOT SPRINGS.
Wardman Heights, located between Palm Drive and Dillon Road, is a residential and hillside Desert Hot Springs neighborhood with wide desert views and mid-century ranch streetscapes. The neighborhood reads as quiet blocks of single-story homes, gravel gardens, and palms set against the San Jacinto Mountains. The area’s character concentrates around Palm Drive at Pierson Boulevard, where small taquerias, date-shake counters, and local storefronts set a casual, sun-warmed rhythm. Community touchstones include Cabot’s Pueblo Museum, the Desert Hot Springs Library, and the Desert Hot Springs Aquatic Center. Hot-springs resorts and day spas shape the local routine, while nearby trailheads and open desert lots keep the horizon in view. Evenings bring clear skies and a slower pace along the foothill edges.
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Property being sold as-is
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Directions: Use coordinates 33.974800, -116.507097 or 66161 Santa Rosa Rd, Desert Hot Springs as reference; property is on the left of that address
Located near Santa Cruz Rd
Home design
Fee simple land
Utilities
Sewer: unknown
HOA & community
Not in a gated community
Financial info
Cash offers only
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Home plans excluded from sale (seller retains home plans)
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on't miss this fantastic opportunity with an 8,259 sq ft vacant lot on Santa Rosa Rd in Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 (APN: 639-021-036), located adjacent to 66150 Santa Rosa Rd. This parcel sits in a desirable neighborhood surrounded by established single-family homes, offering a peaceful residential setting with paved street access and nearby utilities. Conveniently positioned between Mission Lakes Blvd and Pierson Blvd, the property is just minutes from local shopping, dining, schools, and the popular Mission Lakes Country Club. With its spacious dimensions, mountain views, and excellent location, this lot is a prime choice for buyers looking to invest in the vibrant Desert Hot Springs community. * * * * No soils reports, surveys, etc. , have been done. Buyer and buyer's agent to verify all information with the city or county for allowable uses and requirements and rely on their own investigations. * * Buyer responsible for checking zoning, utilities, permits and exact property boundaries. * * * *
CRMLS #IG25140901
Dec 8, 2025
Sold
$39,500
Jun 23, 2025
Listed
$45,000
CRMLS #IG21131590
Jul 16, 2021
Listed
$15,000
Jul 15, 2021
Sold
$15,000
CRMLS #IG20065266
Jan 31, 2021
Listing Removed
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Aug 23, 2020
Price Changed
$58,900
Jul 3, 2020
Price Changed
$59,900
Jun 19, 2020
Price Changed
$59,800
Mar 27, 2020
Listed
$59,900
GPSMLS #41224106
Sep 18, 2019
Listing Removed
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Sep 23, 2005
Listed
$125,000
GPSMLS #218032024
Apr 30, 2019
Listing Removed
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Nov 12, 2018
Listed
$27,500
GPSMLS #214002710
Aug 1, 2014
Listing Removed
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Jan 22, 2014
Listed
$19,000
CRMLS #S953901
Feb 10, 2009
Listing Removed
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Aug 29, 2007
Listed
$99,000
GPSMLS #21282225
Jul 15, 2007
Listing Removed
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Feb 15, 2007
Listed
$100,000
GPSMLS #21250133
Dec 31, 2006
Listing Removed
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Apr 16, 2006
Listed
$100,000
GPSMLS #21140118
Dec 1, 2002
Listing Removed
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Aug 31, 2002
Listed
$155,000
GPSMLS #21131884
Oct 14, 2002
Listing Removed
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Apr 1, 2002
Listed
$15,000
GPSMLS #21131885
Oct 14, 2002
Listing Removed
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Apr 1, 2002
Listed
$15,000
GPSMLS #21132184
Jul 31, 2002
Listing Removed
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Apr 15, 2002
Listed
$15,000
GPSMLS #2928466
Jul 9, 2002
Listing Removed
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Feb 8, 2001
Listed
$9,900
GPSMLS #21127534
May 8, 2002
Listing Removed
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Feb 7, 2002
Listed
$11,500
GPSMLS #21108793
Feb 2, 2002
Listing Removed
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Jun 14, 2001
Listed
$11,500
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Riverside County
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Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
R-L
Residential Low District
The district is intended to promote the development of low-density, single-family residential uses at a maximum density of 6 dwelling units per acre. Clustered development can occur and is encouraged where needed to respect on-site natural resource areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
7 unhealthy days expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Desert Hot Springs, CA • 92240
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95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 0 Santa Rosa Rd
$46,419
$2,581 under list price of $49K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $60K to $540K.