Funky, crazy cool Hobbit Hut on the Northside of Whitewater. Mid Century design with open beams, cozy fireplace and original block walls. Unique design which is actually oriented towards the view! Stunning capture of the San Jacinto mountain and sweeping views to the East, this small enclave of four houses is surrounded by BLM land with no HOA or Land Lease. This would be the perfect spot to be inspired to write that novel or paint that masterpiece you have been waiting to find. Creativity awaits you here where you can feel and enjoy the Earth's true pristine energy from the open raw desert. The cabin is a bit raw too. This would also make a perfect location for a short term rental or vacation home with some work. * * New septic tank installed * * New plumbing. Waiting for the interior design of the new Owner. Property square feet appears to be much larger than tax roll shows. Buyer to verify.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.48 acresLot Size
$429Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Reggie McAtee•DRE #01503436• Libby's Realty
Bought with Reggie McAtee•DRE #01503436• Libby's Realty
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Market trends in 92282, CA
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-List Price
99.7%
+0.3% MoM
Median sale price
$440K
$55K MoM
Avg. days on market
77d
38 days MoM
Recently sold homes
5
1 MoM
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Sale history for 5550 Soza Rd
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #JT18219151
Feb 13, 2019
Sold
$82,500
$183/sq ft
Jan 24, 2019
Pending
—
Jan 4, 2019
Relisted
—
Jan 3, 2019
Pending
—
Dec 24, 2018
Price Changed
$95,900
$213/sq ft
Nov 15, 2018
Relisted
—
Nov 14, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Nov 1, 2018
Price Changed
$99,000
$220/sq ft
Oct 19, 2018
Price Changed
$105,000
$233/sq ft
Oct 14, 2018
Relisted
—
Oct 7, 2018
Delisted
—
Oct 6, 2018
Relisted
—
Sep 18, 2018
Delisted
—
Sep 7, 2018
Listed
$98,700
$219/sq ft
GPSMLS #218021416
Aug 20, 2018
Sold
$46,000
$102/sq ft
Aug 16, 2018
Pending
—
Aug 2, 2018
Contingent
—
Aug 1, 2018
Listed
$49,000
$109/sq ft
+16
Great opportunity excellent price for a Fixer. Bring your tools and make money. Land is approximately Half acre (. 48) Major Fixer Upper with endless possibilities. Very private and secluded with an Spectacular panoramic Mountain and City light views!!
GPSMLS #21292914
Aug 20, 2007
Listing Removed
—
May 30, 2007
Listed
$125,000
$278/sq ft
GPSMLS #21282270
May 26, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Mar 1, 2007
Listed
$125,000
$278/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 19, 1995
Sold
$35,000
$78/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,086 (−2.6%)
$30,116 + $61,908
$92,024
2024
$1,115 (−1.9%)
$30,116 + $61,908
$92,024
2023
$1,137 (−0.1%)
$29,526 + $60,695
$90,221
2022
$1,138 (+2.1%)
$28,948 + $59,505
$88,453
2021
$1,115 (+4.8%)
$28,381 + $58,339
$86,720
2020
$1,064 (+80.3%)
$27,825 + $57,196
$85,021
2019
$590 (+98.9%)
$27,540 + $56,610
$84,150
2018
$297 (+2.2%)
$35,000 + $11,000
$46,000
2017
$290 (+3.6%)
$13,242 + $8,828
$22,070
2016
$280 (+4.9%)
$13,242 + $8,828
$22,070
2015
$267 (+0.8%)
$12,983 + $8,655
$21,638
2014
$265 (−1.8%)
$12,540 + $8,360
$20,900
2013
$270 (+6.1%)
$12,540 + $8,360
$20,900
2012
$254 (+2.7%)
$12,484 + $8,323
$20,807
2011
$248 (−57.8%)
$12,240 + $8,160
$20,400
2010
$587 (−0.3%)
$12,000 + $8,000
$20,000
2009
$588 (+7.4%)
$26,456 + $20,351
$46,807
2008
$548
$26,520 + $20,400
$46,920
Tax history for 5550 Soza Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,086 (−2.6%)
$30,116 + $61,908
$92,024
2024
$1,115 (−1.9%)
$30,116 + $61,908
$92,024
2023
$1,137 (−0.1%)
$29,526 + $60,695
$90,221
2022
$1,138 (+2.1%)
$28,948 + $59,505
$88,453
2021
$1,115 (+4.8%)
$28,381 + $58,339
$86,720
2020
$1,064 (+80.3%)
$27,825 + $57,196
$85,021
2019
$590 (+98.9%)
$27,540 + $56,610
$84,150
2018
$297 (+2.2%)
$35,000 + $11,000
$46,000
2017
$290 (+3.6%)
$13,242 + $8,828
$22,070
2016
$280 (+4.9%)
$13,242 + $8,828
$22,070
2015
$267 (+0.8%)
$12,983 + $8,655
$21,638
2014
$265 (−1.8%)
$12,540 + $8,360
$20,900
2013
$270 (+6.1%)
$12,540 + $8,360
$20,900
2012
$254 (+2.7%)
$12,484 + $8,323
$20,807
2011
$248 (−57.8%)
$12,240 + $8,160
$20,400
2010
$587 (−0.3%)
$12,000 + $8,000
$20,000
2009
$588 (+7.4%)
$26,456 + $20,351
$46,807
2008
$548
$26,520 + $20,400
$46,920
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.48 Acres
Year renovated
1955
Sq. Ft.
450
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
671110017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 8, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Laundry Information
None
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Cooling Information
Wall Window
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Concrete, Tile
Heating Information
Wood
Has Heating
Interior Features
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Exterior
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Desert Back, Desert Front, Rocks, Secluded
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: South
Parcel Number: 671110017
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: Other, Private
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: BLM/National Forest, Mountainous, Preserve/Public Land
School Information
High School District: Palm Springs Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 34.00803100
Longitude: -116.58519000
Other Subdivision Name: Painted Hills
Directions: From North Indian Canyon just West of Hwy 62 turns into Kolbe Road. Right on Soza. On right.
Subdivision Name: Other (OTHR)
Zoning: W-2
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 450
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.48 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Riverside County
APN: 671110017
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 112
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 112
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Reggie
List Agent Last Name: McAtee
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Libby's Realty
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Reggie
Buyer Agent Last Name: McAtee
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Libby's Realty
Around this home
Schools
Bella Vista Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.4mi
3/10
Painted Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.3mi
2/10
Desert Hot Springs High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.0mi
3/10
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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
6/10 Fire Factor
12% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 106° expected this year, 26 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, 13 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.
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Estimated sale price
$184,000 – $223,000
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