70120 San Lorenzo Road, Mountain Center, California 92561, Mountain Center, 92561 - 2 bed, 1 bath

70120 San Lorenzo Road, Mountain Center, California 92561 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$400,000
70120 San Lorenzo Road, Mountain Center, California 92561
2Beds
1Bath
1,382Sqft
44,867Lot
Year Built
1989
Close
-
List price
$400K
Original List price
$400K
Price/Sqft
$289
HOA
$550
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
219134336DA
Home ConditionFair
Features
Excellent View: Mountain(s), Panoramic
Deck
ViewMountain(s), Panoramic

About this home

We found 3 Cons,5 Pros. Rank: price - $400.0K(44th), sqft - 1382(28th), beds - 2(39th), baths - 1(22th).

$5,000 REDUCTION! This is an opportunity to own in an upscale mountain community. A short 20 minute scenic drive from the desert floor brings you to the private community of Pinyon Crest. A different world awaits your arrival - one that is 10-20 cooler than the desert floor. This upscale community has its own community-owned wells providing fresh, clean water to all residents, graded roads, mailboxes and locking back gates for security and privacy. These essentials and the equipment used to maintain them are owned by the residents' HOA with a salaried resident operator/mechanic on duty. Now for technology: Anza Electric CoOp provides reliable power, hi-speed fibre optic internet and strong WiFi to the mountain communities. Desert getting too hot for you? Make this your new home office and work remotely with all the necessary essentials. This ranch style home is located on 1.03 acres with mountain views and room to create new outdoor living spaces that suit your needs. Inside, natural light streams through your windows into the bright, spacious primary bedroom and comfortable guest bedroom, separate large full bath, a well equipped kitchen, breakfast bar, washer/dryer, and spacious dining area. Delight in a multi-windowed open living room bathed in sunlight with wide open mountain views. This is a solid, practical home, a safe, self-sufficient enduring community with fresh mountain air, crystal clear starry nights that make you feel a part of the Milky Way, and quiet. Very quiet... Pinyon Crest is an official national monument, a wildlife habitat, and a designated Mount Palomar night viewing area. So come up, take a look; breathe the air and make an offer at this new reduced price! Welcome to your new home and peace of mind. Did I mention the panoramic mountain views from every angle and every window in your house. Step outside onto your front or back deck and feel the freedom of wide open skies and fresh mountain air. Wait, was that a hawk floating effortlessly on an updraft close enough to circle above, dip its wings and continue on the hunt. Wow. That's what I'm talking about. It's a beautiful life up here at one with the universe. A sanctuary within your reach, and amazingly within a 20 minute drive to the Desert Cities below. Think about it. But don't think too long. You're not the only one looking at this listing. Opportunity knocks... Now smile, and take your best friend out for a nice long walk.

Nearby schools

6/10
Rancho Mirage Elementary School
Public,K-59.7mi
3/10
Nellie N. Coffman Middle School
Public,6-813.4mi
6/10
Cathedral City High School
Public,9-1213.9mi
4/10
Desert Learning Academy
Public,K-1215.5mi

Price History

Date
Event
Price
08/23/25
Listing
$400,000
Condition Rating
Fair

The property was built in 1989, making it 35 years old. While it appears well-maintained, the interior, particularly the kitchen, shows significant signs of being outdated. The kitchen features light wood cabinets, tile countertops, terracotta-style flooring, and a dated fluorescent light fixture, along with older black appliances and wallpaper. The bedroom has older carpeting. There's no evidence of major renovations within the last 15-30 years. The home is functional but requires cosmetic updates to meet current aesthetic standards, aligning with the 'Fair' condition criteria.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Exceptional Views & Natural Setting: The property offers panoramic mountain views from every window and deck, situated in a quiet, dark-sky national monument and wildlife habitat, providing a unique connection to nature.
Robust Community Infrastructure: Located within a self-sufficient community featuring private wells for fresh water, graded roads, mailboxes, and secure gated access with dedicated maintenance staff.
High-Speed Connectivity & Utilities: Equipped with reliable power, high-speed fiber optic internet, and strong WiFi, making it well-suited for remote work and modern connectivity needs.
Cooler Climate & Accessibility: Benefits from a significantly cooler mountain climate (10-20 degrees cooler) compared to the desert floor, yet remains accessible with a 20-minute scenic drive.
Functional & Well-Maintained Interior: Features a bright, spacious interior with a well-equipped kitchen, breakfast bar, and separate dining area, described as a 'solid, practical home'.

Cons

Single Bathroom Configuration: The property has only one bathroom for two bedrooms, which may be a limiting factor for some buyers or families.
Older Construction: Built in 1989, the home is 35 years old, suggesting potential for dated systems or finishes that may require future upgrades or maintenance.
High Monthly HOA Fees: A monthly association fee of $550 is substantial and adds a significant recurring cost to homeownership, despite the included community services.

Best solution for experienced home buyers!

Data-driven home buying experience with our licensed real estate agents and cutting-edge AI

Browse Properties by State Browse housing market trends by state