Listed by Sarah Beck•DRE #02282658• Joshua Tree Modern
Listed by Karla Ruzicki•DRE #02213364• Joshua Tree Modern
Contact: 760-550-5452
For sale
$375,000
Est. $2,455/mo —
2
bd
•
2 ba
•
1,524
sq ft
5188 Godwin, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277
About this home
THE GODWIN ESTATE | A VINTAGE WONDER VALLEY DESERT COMPOUND Rare opportunity to own an authentic 10-acre Wonder Valley compound featuring two separate vintage desert homes, each situated on its own 5-acre parcel, offered together to create an extraordinary private retreat in one of the High Desert's most iconic landscapes. 5188 Godwin Road features a charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath residence with a flex space ideal for an office or 2nd bedroom totaling approximately 1,000 sq. ft. , while neighboring 5148 Godwin Road offers an intimate 1-bedroom, 1-bath residence of approximately 680 sq. ft. Both homes date to 1958, carrying the character and soul of early Wonder Valley desert living. Together, the two parcels encompass approximately 10 fully fenced acres with a private shared well, creating a rare sense of independence, privacy and space. Perched within the wide-open Wonder Valley landscape, the property enjoys spectacular 180-degree views, dramatic sunrises and sunsets, distant Joshua Tree National Park vistas and the extraordinary dark skies that make this area so special. This is more than acreage, it is a piece of Wonder Valley history. The property's well once played a role in the surrounding desert community, with water stored in a tank elevated on cinder-block supports and used for water delivery in the valley. Today, that historic structure has been creatively reimagined as an outdoor swing-bed retreat, a small reminder of the property's desert past. The two residences create endless possibilities: establish a private family compound, live in one home while operating the second as a guest residence or vacation rental, create an artist or creative retreat, or continue building upon the property's established history as a desert destination. Both homes have previously enjoyed successful rental. Outdoor living is woven throughout the property with covered gathering spaces, a dramatic stone fireplace, spa/jacuzzi areas, a spot to put an above ground pool and numerous places to relax beneath the vast desert sky. The smaller residence adds its own distinctive personality with warm Spanish-inspired details, a sunken living room and Saltillo tile, while the main residence offers classic vintage desert character and inviting indoor/outdoor living. Properties like this are increasingly difficult to replicate: two homes, two 5-acre parcels, 10 fenced acres, a private well, panoramic views and authentic Wonder Valley history, all in one remarkable property.
Sherman Heights, located between Adobe Road and Utah Trail, is a residential and desert-edge Twentynine Palms neighborhood with wide-open skies and a low-slung streetscape. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Adobe Road corridor near the Twentynine Palms Highway, where small galleries, casual eateries, and gear shops set a sun-warmed, utilitarian tone. Architecture leans toward mid-century ranch homes and simple desert bungalows on generous lots, with mountain views framing many blocks. The nearby 29 Palms Creative Center adds a working-arts pulse, while the Twentynine Palms Visitor Center anchors local wayfinding. A short drive away, the Oasis of Mara and the park gateway at Joshua Tree National Park shape daily rhythms around trails, stargazing, and open-air time.
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Offer insights
5188 Godwin · $375,000
$383K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $383K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
16 days
The average home goes pending in 53 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.2%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Beamed ceilings
Partially furnished
Copper plumbing (partial)
Ceiling fan
Recessed lighting
Brick walls
Storage space
Tile counters
Above-ground spa
Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors
Bedrooms
Two main-level bedrooms
All bedrooms on ground level
Bonus room
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
Walk-in shower
Tile counters in bathrooms
Kitchen
Open kitchen to family room
Pots & pan drawers
Microwave
Refrigerator
Gas range and gas oven
Electric water heater
Laundry & utility
Washer included
Dryer included
Propane dryer hookup
Outdoor laundry area
Flooring
Stone flooring
Laminate flooring
Heating & cooling
Fireplace heating
Propane heating
Ductless heating/cooling
Wall heaters
Wall/window units
Evaporative cooling
Exterior features
Front covered porch
Open patio with stone finish
Awning
Patio and porch (covered and open)
Chain-link fencing
Guest house, shed and outbuilding on property
Desert front and back yard with rocks and ranch-style terrain
Horse property (unimproved)
Has a view
Home design
House
Single-story home
Entry level: 1
No accessory dwelling unit
Parking
Uncovered parking for 6 vehicles
One carport space
Total parking for 7 vehicles
Driveway (unpaved)
Security
Grab bars in bathroom(s)
Construction
Plaster and drywall walls
Concrete and block construction elements
Flagstone exterior features
Fiberglass components
Utilities
Standard electric service
Propane available
Electricity connected
Well water
Septic tank
HOA & community
Rural community with biking, hiking, park access and proximity to BLM/National Forest
Financial info
Property contains two total units
Other
Additional parcel(s) recorded
No common walls
Zoning: RL5
Electricity and solar
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