5-acre Johnson Valley property with an existing structure, located directly next door to another 5-acre property with a newer home that is also available for purchase. The seller also owns the adjoining property, creating a possible opportunity to own two side-by-side parcels in the wide-open Johnson Valley area. The entire 5-acre parcel is fenced, adding useful definition and separation to the property. The property offers incredible desert views in every direction, with open land, distant mountains, surrounding mesas, and the quiet, open-sky feel that makes Johnson Valley so special. It is also located near the area known for the annual King of the Hammers off-road event, while being on the opposite side of the highway from the main event activity, offering proximity to the off-road community without being directly in the main traffic flow. The structure has had several important exterior improvements completed approximately 4 years ago, including replacement of the roof sheathing, fascia boards, and composition shingles. Dual-pane windows were installed, and a stucco skim coat was applied over most of the exterior. The interior is currently open to the studs, offering a blank canvas for a buyer with vision. Plumbing and electrical have been removed, and the property does not currently have connected utilities, including water, electricity, propane, or septic. Electrical service was previously connected to the property, but there is no active electrical service at this time. Buyer to verify any availability, requirements, costs, and approvals needed for future utility service directly with the utility provider and appropriate agencies. The structure is not currently habitable and is presently used by the owner for storage. This property is best suited for a buyer who understands desert properties, wants room to work, and is willing to investigate the property’s condition, use, utilities, permits, and future possibilities. Buyer is responsible for verifying all permits, zoning, land use, square footage, condition, utilities, habitability, and any possible future use with the appropriate agencies. Property is being sold strictly as-is, with no implied or expressed warranties of any kind. Seller and broker make no representations regarding permits, utilities, condition, habitability, or future use. Adjacent 5-acre property with newer home is also available for purchase. Owner is a licensed real estate agent.
Single-familyProperty Type
1958Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$81Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Paul McDuell•DRE #00708734• Balboa Real Estate, Inc
Contact: 949-842-9531
Bought with Adam Littig•DRE #01468607• New Domain Real Estate Group
Est. $1,782 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 51033 Joshua Tree
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #OC26094681
Jul 30, 2026
Sold
$65,000
$81/sq ft
Jul 22, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 16, 2026
Price Changed
$74,900
$94/sq ft
May 11, 2026
Price Changed
$95,000
$119/sq ft
May 1, 2026
Listed
$125,000
$156/sq ft
CRMLS #DC12136130
Feb 21, 2013
Sold
$10,000
$13/sq ft
Feb 12, 2013
Pending
—
Nov 2, 2012
Listed
$10,000
$13/sq ft
EL DUMPO! Remnants of a cabin. Fabulous valley view. Ideal for self-contained vehicles with water, electricity & bathroom. Close to Johnson Valley Off Hwy Park, but not too close to the noise. Once had electricity, electric pole on road. Dirt road is usually well groomed and can be traveled by regular car but 4-wheel is always a better option. Johnson Valley is home to Off HWY vehicle park, hiking, horseback riding. Magnificent views of the valley and the mountains. Only 45 minutes to Palm Springs or to Big Bear Lake and its resorts. Feels like a thousand miles away but only 15 minutes to provisions, mini-mart and gas station. The valley has a community center and offers events, dinners, parties, recreation and Saturday Breakfast from 7:00-10:00. So you can be active or inactive and just enjoy the High Desert.
Public Records
Nov 30, 2005
Sold
$58,000
$73/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,439 (−2.7%)
$76,500 + $30,600
$107,100
2024
$1,478 (+180.3%)
$76,500 + $30,600
$107,100
2023
$527 (+2.2%)
$17,753 + $4,734
$22,487
2022
$516 (+1.9%)
$17,753 + $4,734
$22,487
2021
$507 (+1.5%)
$17,405 + $4,641
$22,046
2020
$499 (−2.7%)
$17,064 + $4,550
$21,614
2019
$513 (+45.2%)
$16,889 + $4,503
$21,392
2018
$353 (+1.4%)
$16,558 + $4,415
$20,973
2017
$348 (+1.9%)
$15,915 + $4,243
$20,158
2016
$342 (+0.9%)
$15,915 + $4,243
$20,158
2015
$339 (+0.9%)
$15,603 + $4,160
$19,763
2014
$336 (+12.5%)
$15,068 + $4,018
$19,086
2013
$299 (−33.9%)
$15,068 + $4,018
$19,086
2012
$452 (+3.4%)
$10,000 + $10,000
$20,000
2011
$437 (+0.3%)
$26,145 + $5,229
$31,374
2010
$436 (+0.5%)
$25,632 + $5,126
$30,758
2009
$434 (+3.2%)
$25,440 + $5,088
$30,528
2008
$420
$25,500 + $5,100
$30,600
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
800
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Bernardino County
APN
0454 191 10 0 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
RL
Rural Living District
The RL (Rural Living) land use zoning district provides sites for rural residential uses, incidental agricultural uses, and similar and compatible uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Property details
Interior
Laundry Information
None
Kitchen Information
Appliances: None
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Unfinished Walls, Unfurnished
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, Front Yard
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Accessibility Features: None
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 0454191100000
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Public Records
Property ADU: No
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Sewer or Septic - None
Water Source: None
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Valley, Rural, Mountainous, BLM/National Forest
School Information
High School District: Lucerne Valley Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 34.35333600
Longitude: -116.54978600
Directions: Park on Joshua Tree in front of the property, walk in. It's only 100 feet or so
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 800
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 1965
County: San Bernardino County
APN: 0454 191 10 0 000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 949-842-9531
Days Active in MLS: 75
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 75
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Paul
List Agent Last Name: McDuell
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Balboa Real Estate, Inc
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Adam
Buyer Agent Last Name: Littig
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: New Domain Real Estate Group
Around this home
Schools
Lucerne Valley Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 23.6mi
3/10
Lucerne Valley Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 23.3mi
3/10
Lucerne Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 23.3mi
4/10
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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
7/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 97° expected this year, 17 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, 9 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Johnson Valley, CA • 92285
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 24% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$103,000 – $124,000
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