Welcome to Joshua Tree Tower and Cabin. This magical 2 acre property consists of an historic almost 100 year old water tower and a brand new one bedroom cabin that seems like it was always there. Created by the incredibly talented design/build firm Hundred Mile House, the cabin is a modern yet rustic getaway that blends beautifully into the dramatic environment. An open plan great room of living/dining/kitchen provides a convivial respite after a days hiking nearby. The cabin is located adjacent to the Covington Flats area of Joshua Tree National Park where some of the oldest Joshua Trees are. Take a climb up into the former water tower where panoramic views of the surrounding park and desert await and the nighttimes are sublime. Come experience this unique and historic desert home.
Welcome to Joshua Tree Tower and Cabin. This magical 2 acre property consists of an historic almost 100 year old water tower and a brand new one bedroom cabin that seems like it was always there. Created by the incredibly talented design/build firm Hundred Mile House, the cabin is a modern yet rustic getaway that blends beautifully into the dramatic environment. An open plan great room of living/dining/kitchen provides a convivial respite after a days hiking nearby. The cabin is located adjacent to the Covington Flats area of Joshua Tree National Park where some of the oldest Joshua Trees are. Take a climb up into the former water tower where panoramic views of the surrounding park and desert await and the nighttimes are sublime. Come experience this unique and historic desert home.
Public Records
Sep 18, 2007
Sold
$45,000
$61/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 21, 1991
Sold
$14,500
$20/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 19, 1986
Sold
$6,000
$8/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,027 (+4.8%)
$60,150 + $349,967
$410,117
2024
$4,798 (+2.4%)
$60,150 + $349,967
$410,117
2023
$4,684 (+2.0%)
$57,815 + $336,377
$394,192
2022
$4,590 (+0.3%)
$57,815 + $336,377
$394,192
2021
$4,576 (+137.8%)
$56,681 + $329,781
$386,462
2020
$1,924 (−4.0%)
$55,570 + $323,315
$378,885
2019
$2,004 (+235.6%)
$31,836 + $109,346
$141,182
2018
$597 (+26.0%)
$31,212 + $107,202
$138,414
2017
$474 (+93.4%)
$30,000 + $5,000
$35,000
2016
$245
$30,000 + $5,000
$35,000
Tax history for 8710 La Contenta Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,027 (+4.8%)
$60,150 + $349,967
$410,117
2024
$4,798 (+2.4%)
$60,150 + $349,967
$410,117
2023
$4,684 (+2.0%)
$57,815 + $336,377
$394,192
2022
$4,590 (+0.3%)
$57,815 + $336,377
$394,192
2021
$4,576 (+137.8%)
$56,681 + $329,781
$386,462
2020
$1,924 (−4.0%)
$55,570 + $323,315
$378,885
2019
$2,004 (+235.6%)
$31,836 + $109,346
$141,182
2018
$597 (+26.0%)
$31,212 + $107,202
$138,414
2017
$474 (+93.4%)
$30,000 + $5,000
$35,000
2016
$245
$30,000 + $5,000
$35,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
87,120
Year renovated
2018
Sq. Ft.
739
Year built
2018
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Bernardino County
APN
0588 071 24 0 000
Parking Spaces
6
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Mar 16, 2022.
R-L-5
Rural Living District - 1 unit per 5 acre
The RL Zoning Districts are established to provide areas for the development and preservation of residential uses, incidental agricultural uses, and similar and compatible uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Agriculture-Other
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Parking
Parking and Garage Information
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking: Covered
Has Garage
Garage Description: Detached
Total Covered Spaces: 2
Total Carport Spaces: 2
Total Uncovered/Assigned Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 1
Room Information
Rooms: Other
Laundry Location: None
Interior Features
Furnished: Unfurnished
Fireplace Information
No
Flooring
Concrete
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Other
Heating Fuel: Electric
Cooling Type: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Building Style: Cabin, Modern
Building # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Levels: Ground
Exterior Features
Security Safety: None
Land Information
Lot Acres: 2.0000
Land Type: Fee
Land Type: Fee Simple
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Property Features
Sq Ft Source: Assessor
View: Has View
View Type: City Lights, Desert, Mountain(s), Panoramic
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Accessory Bldgs
Property Attached/Detached: Detached
Property Orientation Faces: Front Door Faces East
Utilities
Utilities Information
PUD Y/N: No
Water: Storage Tank(s)
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Total Monthly Association Fees: 0.00
Location Information
Directions: Take Hwy 62 going east to Yucca Valley, turn right onto La Contenta Road (road becomes dirt road). Home is on the right side just where Covington Flat Road veers left.
Cross Streets: Covington Flat Road
Community Information
Gated Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 739
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 6
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2018
Year Renovated: 2018
County: San Bernardino County
APN: 0588 071 24 0 000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Mar 16, 2022
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: None
Listing Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan
Sale Type: Standard
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Short Term Rentals: Yes
Will Consider Lease: No
Around this home
Schools
Onaga Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.0mi
3/10
La Contenta Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
3/10
Yucca Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
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
38% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Yucca Valley, CA • 92284
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.9 hours in
June and 7.4 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.9 hrs
7.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$484,000 – $586,000
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