Set on five acres in The Highlands, one of the most sought after neighborhoods in South Joshua Tree, this private desert property is surrounded by expansive mountain views, striking rock formations, and open desert landscape. The Highlands is known for its larger parcels, privacy, and direct access to Joshua Tree National Park. The home features concrete floors, custom wood framed doors and windows, stained glass interior doors, and light filled living spaces. The oversized bedroom features patio access, desert views, and a wood burning stove, while a detached secondary bedroom provides flexibility for guests, a private office, or an artist's studio and retreat. Outside, native landscaping, mature desert growth, a large covered patio, outdoor shower, and additional three quarter bath create inviting spaces to gather, relax, and enjoy the property. Long range views extend east toward Joshua Tree National Park. Equally suited as a full time residence, weekend home, artist's studio and retreat, or income producing investment property, the five acre parcel offers ample space for expansion and the opportunity to further enhance an already exceptional setting.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$696Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Reagan Richter•DRE #02031224• Compass
•310-773-6995 (agent)
•reagan.richter@compass.com (agent)
Listed by Clayton Baldwin•DRE #01741353• Kinetic Properties
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
40% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
8 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
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 8669 Via Rocosa Rd
$683,461
$16K under list price of $699K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $438K to $650K.