This cozy bungalow is nestled at the base of the beautiful hills on the South side of lovely Morongo Valley. This home has such an inviting atmosphere and a courtyard that is absolutely enchanting in the evenings under the stars with the fire pit and lights. It could easily refresh one's soul or possibly be the perfect little wedding chapel; reception and honeymoom retreat! Your own private weekend getaway or year round tranquil living. The commercial grade kitchen entices even the latent chef within us. Barnyard wood shelving give it the shaker style. Antique flour bins make up the cabinetry. Picturesque windows are so carefully placed for viewing pleasure. Come experience to appreciate the ambiance of this fabulous desert hideaway. Open houses held in the twilight hours will display the full ambiance of this rustic romantic getaway. Vacation at home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$312Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Judy Wagner•DRE #01504219• HomeSmart
Bought with Mandilyn McGowen• Cherie Miller & Assoc.
Source:GPSMLS #16181726
Redfin Estimate
$334,360
$214K since sold in January 2025$5,000 since August
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 13.3% higher than the average sale price ($295K) of 6 comparable homes.
This cozy bungalow is nestled at the base of the beautiful hills on the South side of lovely Morongo Valley. This home has such an inviting atmosphere and a courtyard that is absolutely enchanting in the evenings under the stars with the fire pit and lights. It could easily refresh one's soul or possibly be the perfect little wedding chapel; reception and honeymoom retreat! Your own private weekend getaway or year round tranquil living. The commercial grade kitchen entices even the latent chef within us. Barnyard wood shelving give it the shaker style. Antique flour bins make up the cabinetry. Picturesque windows are so carefully placed for viewing pleasure. Come experience to appreciate the ambiance of this fabulous desert hideaway. Open houses held in the twilight hours will display the full ambiance of this rustic romantic getaway. Vacation at home!
GPSMLS #21474634
Jun 19, 2013
Sold
$33,500
$31/sq ft
May 8, 2013
Pending
—
Apr 26, 2013
Listed
$30,000
$28/sq ft
+5
This 2-bedroom 1-bath home sits on a 15,000 square foot lot. The view of the valley below and the mountains above are spectacular. Highland is a paved road in Morongo Vallet just off of Twentynine Palms Highway. This property is reserved for HUD approved Owner Occupants, Non-Profits and Government Agencies only until 5/7/13 CDAR
AVMLS #1304308
Jun 19, 2013
Sold
$33,500
$31/sq ft
Apr 26, 2013
Listed
$30,000
$28/sq ft
GPSMLS #41218978
Jun 19, 2006
Sold
$160,000
$149/sq ft
Aug 3, 2005
Listed
$169,000
$158/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 11, 2002
Sold
$18,454
$17/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 27, 1997
Sold
$14,000
$13/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 9, 1984
Sold
$34,000
$32/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,740 (+23.6%)
$45,000 + $165,000
$210,000
2024
$2,217 (+2.0%)
$45,000 + $165,000
$210,000
2023
$2,174 (+2.1%)
$33,465 + $133,862
$167,327
2022
$2,129 (+1.2%)
$33,465 + $133,862
$167,327
2021
$2,104 (+0.9%)
$32,809 + $131,237
$164,046
2020
$2,086 (−5.7%)
$32,166 + $128,664
$160,830
2019
$2,212 (+1.3%)
$31,836 + $127,345
$159,181
2018
$2,184 (+1.2%)
$31,212 + $124,848
$156,060
2017
$2,158 (+192.1%)
$30,000 + $120,000
$150,000
2016
$739 (+2.4%)
$30,000 + $120,000
$150,000
2015
$722 (+0.7%)
$10,402 + $34,328
$44,730
2014
$717 (−36.2%)
$17,419 + $52,256
$69,675
2013
$1,123 (+1.3%)
$17,419 + $52,256
$69,675
2012
$1,109 (+10.0%)
$17,340 + $52,020
$69,360
2011
$1,008 (+0.2%)
$17,000 + $51,000
$68,000
2010
$1,007 (−27.5%)
$17,000 + $51,000
$68,000
2009
$1,389 (−22.9%)
$17,000 + $51,000
$68,000
2008
$1,801
$25,000 + $75,000
$100,000
Tax history for 8673 Highland Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,740 (+23.6%)
$45,000 + $165,000
$210,000
2024
$2,217 (+2.0%)
$45,000 + $165,000
$210,000
2023
$2,174 (+2.1%)
$33,465 + $133,862
$167,327
2022
$2,129 (+1.2%)
$33,465 + $133,862
$167,327
2021
$2,104 (+0.9%)
$32,809 + $131,237
$164,046
2020
$2,086 (−5.7%)
$32,166 + $128,664
$160,830
2019
$2,212 (+1.3%)
$31,836 + $127,345
$159,181
2018
$2,184 (+1.2%)
$31,212 + $124,848
$156,060
2017
$2,158 (+192.1%)
$30,000 + $120,000
$150,000
2016
$739 (+2.4%)
$30,000 + $120,000
$150,000
2015
$722 (+0.7%)
$10,402 + $34,328
$44,730
2014
$717 (−36.2%)
$17,419 + $52,256
$69,675
2013
$1,123 (+1.3%)
$17,419 + $52,256
$69,675
2012
$1,109 (+10.0%)
$17,340 + $52,020
$69,360
2011
$1,008 (+0.2%)
$17,000 + $51,000
$68,000
2010
$1,007 (−27.5%)
$17,000 + $51,000
$68,000
2009
$1,389 (−22.9%)
$17,000 + $51,000
$68,000
2008
$1,801
$25,000 + $75,000
$100,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Property details
Interior
Heating & Cooling
Heating Fuel Type: Gas Public/Piped
Heating Type: Floor/wall Furnace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 4
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Fair
Building Style Type: Conventional
Construction Type: Frame
Roof Covering Type: Built Up Composition
Roof Shape Type: Built Up Composition
View Information
View: Average
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 1,073
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 400
Building Sq. Ft: 1,073
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: TRACT 3448 LOT 17
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Assigned Space(s)
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 15,000
Legal Lot Number: 17
Municipality Name: JOSHUA TREE
Acres: 0.3444
Depth Footage: 200
Front Footage: 75
Zoning Code: MV/RL
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY RES
Utility Information
Electricity / Wiring Type: Overhead Wires
Sewer Type: Private
Water Service Type: Well
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Tax District County: JOSHUA TREE
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,073
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: 1960
County: San Bernardino County
APN: 0585 221 06 0 000
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Morongo Valley Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 5.3mi
8/10
La Contenta Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 8.0mi
3/10
Yucca Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
29% 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
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.7 hours in
June and 7.3 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.