Rare 2.49-acre ridgeline estate parcel in Joshua Tree's coveted Upper Friendly Hills neighborhood. Perched approximately 860 feet above the Joshua Tree Village. This exceptional homesite commands breathtaking panoramic views stretching for miles across the Morongo Basin. Enjoy spectacular city lights, fiery desert sunsets, star-filled nights, and dramatic vistas of towering boulder gardens that define the area's world-famous landscape. Surrounded by luxury residences and million-dollar designer homes, this is one of the most desirable development opportunities currently available in Joshua Tree. The expansive acreage offers privacy, serenity, and room to create a signature architectural statement. Ideal for a modern desert retreat, contemporary compound, or high-end vacation rental. Inspiring views of Mt. Bartlett, Sawtooth Ridge, Bunker Mountain, Mt. Nebo, the Bullion Mountains, Copper Mountain, and the rugged peaks of the Little San Bernardino Mountain Range. Beautiful mature Joshua Trees dot the land, providing a timeless high-desert ambiance. The parcel backs to a natural wash that winds toward Joshua Tree National Park, creating the feeling of your own private trail into a magical wilderness of hidden valleys, granite monoliths, and ancient boulder formations. The Joshua Tree National Park boundary lies approximately 400 feet away, offering an extraordinary connection to protected open space while maintaining convenient access to town. Paved road frontage with water, electricity, and communication infrastructure along the street. Upper Friendly Hills is among Joshua Tree's most sought-after enclaves, drawing architects, creatives, and luxury homebuyers inspired by the region's spectacular scenery. The neighborhood has gained national recognition for its collection of sophisticated custom residences, where innovative contemporary architecture harmonizes with the surrounding desert terrain. Only 8 minutes (3.7 miles) to the Joshua Tree Village for organic cafes, restaurants, boutiques, galleries, and the popular farmers market. Just 13 minutes (7.1 miles) to the main entrance of Joshua Tree National Park. Approximately 49 minutes (37.9 miles) to Palm Springs. A rare opportunity to build an iconic desert residence on one of Joshua Tree's most inspiring view parcels. APN: 0588-181-09-0000. Address is real. Buyers should verify all utilities, zoning, and development requirements with the County and utility providers. Don't Wait - Call Now!
Vacant landProperty Type
2.49 acresLot Size
$90,361Price/Acres
Listed by Faisal Alserri•DRE #02053133• Sharon Rose Realty, Inc.
The Last Best Place: 2.49 acre parcel one step from heaven. Located high on the hill in south Joshua Tree, two parcels from government owned land adjacent to the National Park. West boundary of parcel borders a County owned Flood Control Channel that will never be developed, providing a permanent privacy barrier and the perfect house site high above the wash, facing remote wilderness and vast rocky mountainside. Hike up the wash into the Park or chill on the porch overlooking untouched terrain. Paved road frontage. SCE electric and water-main in street. Convenient to town. Deep parcel with several other locations on which to build. Wander from the street to the eastern border of the lot and stand above the wash and plan out your own private paradise. (Follow directions on MLS and not GPS, as street number is approximate and not yet assigned by County. ) APN: 0588-181-09
Public Records
Jul 10, 1978
Sold
$6,000
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Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,052 (+5.4%)
$140,716
2024
$1,946 (+2.0%)
$140,716
2023
$1,908 (+2.1%)
$135,252
2022
$1,870 (+1.3%)
$135,252
2021
$1,847 (+126.3%)
$132,600
2020
$816 (−3.7%)
$46,831
2019
$847 (+24.2%)
$46,351
2018
$682 (+1.0%)
$45,442
2017
$675
$43,677
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San Bernardino County
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0588 181 09 0 000
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Last updated by owner on Jun 24, 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
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
33% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 94° expected this year, 23 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
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Historical weather
Joshua Tree, CA • 92252
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Very good sunlight
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 8021 Wesley Rd
$206,208
$19K under list price of $225K
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