Nestled in the coveted Joshua Tree Highlands neighborhood, this remodeled desert retreat consists of 2 homes connected by a breezeway. Each home includes its own complete kitchen and laundry, plus 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms that have been completely remodeled. Polished concrete floors, custom cabinetry, and hand-crafted wood-work create an atmosphere for stylish relaxation. Enjoy the views from picture windows that face in all directions. The long view of the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park is flanked by its mountainous boundaries, creating a sense of place accented by the diverse native plants that cover the site. Enjoy the views in the sun or shade from the many outdoor living spaces, including 2 outdoor fileplaces. Slip into a daydream as you watch geometric shade patterns traverse the decking while the sun moves across the sky. Curl up inside the vintage Airstream trailer with a good book or your sketch pad. This vacation compound has it all.
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
2.05 acresLot Size
$536Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by John Simpson•DRE #01071928• All American Real Estate
Bought with Robert Armstrong•DRE #01275801• GREEN Real Estate Group
Nestled in the coveted Joshua Tree Highlands neighborhood, this remodeled desert retreat consists of 2 homes connected by a breezeway. Each home includes its own complete kitchen and laundry, plus 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms that have been completely remodeled. Polished concrete floors, custom cabinetry, and hand-crafted wood-work create an atmosphere for stylish relaxation. Enjoy the views from picture windows that face in all directions. The long view of the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park is flanked by its mountainous boundaries, creating a sense of place accented by the diverse native plants that cover the site. Enjoy the views in the sun or shade from the many outdoor living spaces, including 2 outdoor fileplaces. Slip into a daydream as you watch geometric shade patterns traverse the decking while the sun moves across the sky. Curl up inside the vintage Airstream trailer with a good book or your sketch pad. This vacation compound has it all.
CRMLS #DC14101042
Aug 4, 2014
Sold
$250,000
$118/sq ft
Jul 5, 2014
Price Changed
$265,000
$125/sq ft
Jul 5, 2014
Pending
—
May 30, 2014
Price Changed
$289,000
$137/sq ft
May 30, 2014
Pending
—
May 30, 2014
Relisted
—
May 15, 2014
Listed
$329,000
$156/sq ft
South Joshua Tree, a rare find in Joshua Tree Highlands area. The main house is currently the owners residence. The high desert guest house is used as a vacation rental. Each unit has 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms full kitchen and livingroom. Sweeping views of Joshua Tree National Park area. Sit on the patio enjoy the evening skys, watching the moon rise above the surrounding mountains to the east or a starlite night. Also room for horses on this 2.05 acre parcel.
CRMLS #DC21129466
Feb 19, 2010
Sold
$165,000
$78/sq ft
Jan 18, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Apr 1, 2009
Listed
$198,000
$94/sq ft
CRMLS #DC21128038
Mar 23, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Sep 22, 2008
Listed
$339,000
$161/sq ft
GPSMLS #21344330
Jan 2, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Sep 23, 2008
Listed
$339,000
$161/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 13, 1991
Sold
$13,000
$6/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,971 (+28.5%)
$200,000 + $800,000
$1,000,000
2024
$9,319 (+2.0%)
$200,000 + $800,000
$1,000,000
2023
$9,139 (+2.1%)
$150,318 + $629,834
$780,152
2022
$8,953 (+4.7%)
$150,318 + $629,834
$780,152
2021
$8,550 (+0.7%)
$147,371 + $617,484
$764,855
2020
$8,487 (+147.6%)
$144,481 + $577,926
$722,407
2019
$3,427 (+6.0%)
$143,000 + $572,000
$715,000
2018
$3,232 (+1.0%)
$53,870 + $197,163
$251,033
2017
$3,200 (+1.7%)
$51,778 + $189,507
$241,285
2016
$3,145 (+2.8%)
$51,778 + $189,507
$241,285
2015
$3,059 (+33.0%)
$50,763 + $185,791
$236,554
2014
$2,300 (+0.4%)
$87,750 + $82,587
$170,337
2013
$2,292 (−3.8%)
$87,750 + $82,587
$170,337
2012
$2,381 (+4.3%)
$87,353 + $82,214
$169,567
2011
$2,284 (+1.6%)
$87,353 + $82,214
$169,567
2010
$2,247 (+7.2%)
$85,640 + $80,602
$166,242
2009
$2,097 (−6.1%)
$17,098 + $152,273
$169,371
2008
$2,234
$18,356 + $152,635
$170,991
Tax history for 8283 Via Rocosa Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,971 (+28.5%)
$200,000 + $800,000
$1,000,000
2024
$9,319 (+2.0%)
$200,000 + $800,000
$1,000,000
2023
$9,139 (+2.1%)
$150,318 + $629,834
$780,152
2022
$8,953 (+4.7%)
$150,318 + $629,834
$780,152
2021
$8,550 (+0.7%)
$147,371 + $617,484
$764,855
2020
$8,487 (+147.6%)
$144,481 + $577,926
$722,407
2019
$3,427 (+6.0%)
$143,000 + $572,000
$715,000
2018
$3,232 (+1.0%)
$53,870 + $197,163
$251,033
2017
$3,200 (+1.7%)
$51,778 + $189,507
$241,285
2016
$3,145 (+2.8%)
$51,778 + $189,507
$241,285
2015
$3,059 (+33.0%)
$50,763 + $185,791
$236,554
2014
$2,300 (+0.4%)
$87,750 + $82,587
$170,337
2013
$2,292 (−3.8%)
$87,750 + $82,587
$170,337
2012
$2,381 (+4.3%)
$87,353 + $82,214
$169,567
2011
$2,284 (+1.6%)
$87,353 + $82,214
$169,567
2010
$2,247 (+7.2%)
$85,640 + $80,602
$166,242
2009
$2,097 (−6.1%)
$17,098 + $152,273
$169,371
2008
$2,234
$18,356 + $152,635
$170,991
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.05 Acres
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
2,112
Year built
1991
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Bernardino County
APN
0589 141 32 0 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Driveway, Driveway - Unpaved, Off Street, Oversized, Uncovered
Has Parking
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Closet
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down, Great Room, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Primary Bedroom
Fireplace Information
Living Room, Outdoors
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Concrete
Interior Features
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 4
Main Level Bedrooms: 4
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Landscaped, Park Nearby
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Parcel Number: 0589141320000
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: BLM/National Forest, Foothills, Hiking, Horse Trails, Park, Rural
School Information
High School District: Morongo Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 34.10185600
Longitude: -116.30603600
Directions: From Hwy 62, take Park Boulevard south to Quail Springs Road south to Skyline Road west to Via Rocosa south, house on the left
Zoning: JT/RL
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,112
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.05 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1991
Year Renovated: 1991
County: San Bernardino County
APN: 0589 141 32 0 000
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 24, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 18
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 18
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: John
List Agent Last Name: Simpson
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: All American Real Estate
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Robert
Buyer Agent Last Name: Armstrong
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: GREEN Real Estate Group
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Schools
Places
Transit
Friendly Hills Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.2mi
8/10
La Contenta Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
3/10
Yucca Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.8mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
38% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 97° expected this year, 25 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
June and 7.4 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
11.1 hrs
7.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.08M – $1.30M
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