$130K+ 2025 GROSS STR REVENUE | TURNKEY JOSHUA TREE INVESTMENT | DEPRECIATION OPPORTUNITY. This established Joshua Tree short-term rental generated $130,731 in gross earnings in 2025 across 285 booked nights and another $87,046 from January through August 2026. The 2026 pace annualizes to approximately $130,500, providing a buyer with an existing income-producing hospitality asset rather than a speculative STR conversion. Set on approximately 2.5 acres just minutes from Joshua Tree Village, the property is offered as a fully furnished, highly amenitized vacation rental with an established operating history. Guest amenities include a hot tub, private sauna, cold plunge, cowboy pool, stargazing/meditation dome, dedicated theater room, multiple outdoor gathering areas and Starlink internet. For investors seeking to acquire income-producing real estate before year-end, the combination of the residence, land, furniture, equipment and hospitality improvements may provide significant cost-segregation and accelerated-depreciation potential, depending on the buyer's tax circumstances. Buyer should consult their CPA or tax advisor regarding bonus depreciation, cost segregation, material participation and STR tax treatment. A compelling opportunity for a depreciation-focused buyer seeking both current operating income and a differentiated Joshua Tree asset. Financials and operating information available upon request.
This is a nostalgic 2 Bedroom 1 Bath desert cottage home with A frame front entry, boasting classic 70s scrolled fascia trim. Perfect Joshua Tree project home. Great bones and unique design with tons of character. Sitting on 2.5 prime acres of Joshua Tree land, this is not your average box home. The home has updated dual pane windows, a full kitchen and dining area, living room, full bathroom, and 2 good size bedrooms. There is also an additional sunroom that has been partially enclosed, and acts as a breezeway between the garage and the home. 2 car garage with new roll up garage door. All electric home with a 2500-gallon water storage tank. The home sits inside of a fenced area of the property for privacy and security. The home at once time was running as a successful Hip Camp, and as such has multiple picnic/camping locations throughout the property for a fun and relaxing atmosphere. You can imagine yourself gazing into the star filled sky while sitting by a cozy fire in the evenings, after a long day exploring Joshua Tree National Park. There are 360-degree views, but the most notable are the back side of the boulder mountains of Joshua Tree National Park. If you have been waiting for the perfect private location in Joshua Tree to call your own wait no longer. Do not let this fantastic opportunity pass you by like a desert breeze!
CRMLS #FR22164251
Aug 6, 2022
Listing Removed
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Aug 3, 2022
Price Changed
$299,990
$385/sq ft
Aug 1, 2022
Price Changed
$399,000
$512/sq ft
Jul 26, 2022
Listed
$349,900
$449/sq ft
CRMLS #DC21128210
Apr 5, 2009
Listing Removed
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Oct 5, 2008
Listed
$99,000
$127/sq ft
GPSMLS #41301007
Nov 21, 2007
Sold
$75,000
$96/sq ft
Aug 16, 2007
Listed
$99,000
$127/sq ft
CRMLS #DC21123907
Nov 19, 2007
Sold
$75,000
$96/sq ft
Oct 6, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Aug 16, 2007
Listed
$99,000
$127/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,821 (+221.3%)
$50,800 + $786,600
$837,400
2024
$3,056 (+113.9%)
$51,000 + $790,500
$841,500
2023
$1,429 (+1.9%)
$9,469 + $85,220
$94,689
2022
$1,402 (+1.1%)
$9,469 + $85,220
$94,689
2021
$1,386 (+0.9%)
$9,283 + $83,549
$92,832
2020
$1,374 (−2.7%)
$9,101 + $81,911
$91,012
2019
$1,412 (+13.7%)
$9,008 + $81,071
$90,079
2018
$1,242 (+0.9%)
$8,831 + $79,481
$88,312
2017
$1,230 (+1.6%)
$8,488 + $76,395
$84,883
2016
$1,211 (+3.7%)
$8,488 + $76,395
$84,883
2015
$1,168 (+3.6%)
$8,322 + $74,897
$83,219
2014
$1,127 (+57.4%)
$18,000 + $56,000
$74,000
2013
$716 (−31.5%)
$18,000 + $56,000
$74,000
2012
$1,045 (−0.2%)
$10,000 + $32,000
$42,000
2011
$1,048 (−0.3%)
$17,000 + $50,000
$67,000
2010
$1,051 (−8.4%)
$17,000 + $50,000
$67,000
2009
$1,147 (+1.5%)
$17,000 + $50,000
$67,000
2008
$1,131
$7,650 + $68,850
$76,500
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.5 Acres
Year renovated
1972
Finished Sq. Ft.
780
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
780
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Bernardino County
APN
0604 211 01 0 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.
Apr 9, 2026 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Pool and hot tub
Jan 14, 2026 • Final
Electrical
Install a new electrical line for a new sauna.
Electrical
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.
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
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
10 unhealthy days expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Joshua Tree, CA • 92252
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
61
42
69
48
77
54
77
54
86
61
96
71
100
76
99
75
89
68
84
61
68
48
67
46
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 25% for direct sun exposure in Joshua Tree. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
6.8 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 5889 Rice Rd
$981,689
$13K under list price of $995K
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