Escape to your own slice of the high desert on this expansive 2.5-acre parcel in Joshua Tree. This value-add property offers the rare combination of space, privacy, and desert solitude that has made this area one of California's most sought-after destinations for those craving a true escape from city life. The existing home presents a fantastic opportunity for renovation bring your vision and craftsmanship to transform this property into your dream desert retreat, homestead, or income-producing getaway. With generous acreage surrounding the home, there's ample room for outdoor living, gardens, guest structures, or simply soaking in unobstructed desert views and star-filled night skies. Located just minutes from the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park, and close to the eclectic shops, galleries, and cafes of the Joshua Tree/Yucca Valley area, this property offers the perfect blend of remote tranquility and convenient access. Opportunities to secure this much land at this price point are increasingly rare don't miss your chance to create something truly special in the desert.
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
2.5 acresLot Size
$306Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Richard Wilkinson•DRE #01812487• Compass
•323-445-2426 (agent)
•richard@wilkinson-properties.com (agent)
Bought with Richard Wilkinson•DRE #01812487• Compass
Est. $1,542 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 8686 Uphill Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TheMLS #26873985
Oct 6, 2026
Sold
$310,000
$306/sq ft
Sep 24, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 22, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 24, 2026
Listed
$374,900
$370/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 14, 1986
Sold
$59,000
$58/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 9, 1980
Sold
$17,000
$17/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,668 (+4.2%)
$19,914 + $95,591
$115,505
2024
$1,600 (+1.9%)
$19,524 + $93,717
$113,241
2023
$1,571 (+2.0%)
$18,766 + $90,077
$108,843
2022
$1,541 (+1.2%)
$18,766 + $90,077
$108,843
2021
$1,523 (+0.9%)
$18,398 + $88,311
$106,709
2020
$1,510 (−4.6%)
$18,037 + $86,579
$104,616
2019
$1,582 (+12.2%)
$17,852 + $85,691
$103,543
2018
$1,409 (+0.9%)
$17,502 + $84,011
$101,513
2017
$1,396 (+1.6%)
$16,823 + $80,749
$97,572
2016
$1,374 (+3.5%)
$16,823 + $80,749
$97,572
2015
$1,327 (−0.7%)
$16,493 + $79,166
$95,659
2014
$1,337 (+0.5%)
$15,927 + $76,450
$92,377
2013
$1,331 (+1.2%)
$15,927 + $76,450
$92,377
2012
$1,316 (+4.1%)
$15,855 + $76,104
$91,959
2011
$1,264 (+0.6%)
$15,544 + $74,612
$90,156
2010
$1,257 (+0.7%)
$15,239 + $73,149
$88,388
2009
$1,248 (+1.4%)
$15,125 + $72,602
$87,727
2008
$1,231
$15,161 + $72,774
$87,935
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.5 Acres
Year renovated
1979
Sq. Ft.
1,014
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Bernardino County
APN
0589 183 12 0 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 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
Garage
Attached, 2 Car Garage
Parking
# of Parking Spaces (Total): 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Laundry Information
Laundry in Garage
Additional Rooms
Family Room
Living Room, Family Room
Flooring Information
Mixed Floors
Equipment
Other
Heating & Cooling
Central Cooling
Other Heat
Exterior
Building Information
Total Floors: 1
One Level
Detached
Detached/No Common Walls
Property Information
Property Type: Residential Single-Family
Land Information
Other Structures: None
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 108,900
Lot Size (Acres): 2.5
Lot Size Dimensions: 330 x 330
Zoning: JT/RL
Property Features
Has View
View: Desert
Financial
Assessment Information
Assessor Parcel Number: 0589-183-12-0000
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Probate
Location
Location Information
Directions: consult google maps. **the driveway entrance / approach to the property is from the rear of the property
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,014
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: 1979
County: San Bernardino County
APN: 0589 183 12 0 000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 6, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: Probate, Court Approval Not Required
Listing Information
Listing Terms: Probate
Around this home
Schools
Friendly Hills Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 3.5mi
8/10
La Contenta Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.3mi
3/10
Yucca Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.1mi
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
8/10 Fire Factor
41% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 97° 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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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42
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54
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100
76
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89
68
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61
68
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Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.2 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$355,000 – $429,000
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