8744 Star Lane, Joshua Tree, California 92252, Joshua Tree, - bed, bath

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ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT$844,000
8744 Star Lane, Joshua Tree, California 92252
2Beds
2Baths
1,540Sqft
91,236Lot
Year Built
2010
Close
-
List price
$844K
Original List price
$844K
Price/Sqft
-
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
219136191PS
Home ConditionPoor
Features
Excellent View: Desert, Mountain(s), Panoramic
Patio
ViewDesert, Mountain(s), Panoramic

About this home

Nestled in the prestigious neighborhood of Joshua Tree Highlands, a unique opportunity to own a 2+ acre compound boasting two modern homes awaits. The main home was built in 2010, and the guest house followed shortly after in 2014, both by famed local builder David Eckenroth. Peace and tranquility, just minutes from the National Park's west entrance gate. The main house is a blank canvas ready to be transformed into your dream retreat. With an open-concept layout, sleek concrete floors, lofty ceilings, and outdoor shower, the space awaits your design direction and showcases panoramic views in every direction. The guest home offers privacy and versatility, with its own deck showcasing awe-inspiring views and outdoor bathing under the stars. Inside, custom cabinetry and polished concrete floors echo the main house's contemporary footprint. This space serves as an ideal guest suite, art studio, or office, just waiting for the finishing touches to be added. Immerse yourself in the quiet and serene ambiance of Joshua Tree, with expert planting of intentional and curated desert vegetation, iconic desert topography including boulders and Joshua trees. This compound is a true escape, offering endless potential for investors, artists, or anyone seeking a modern sanctuary in the desert.

Nearby schools

5/10
Friendly Hills Elementary School
Public,K-62.9mi
3/10
La Contenta Middle School
Public,7-83.9mi
4/10
Yucca Valley High School
Public,9-126.5mi

Price History

Date
Event
Price
10/01/25
Listing
$844,000
Neighborhood Comparison

 SubjectAverage HomeNeighbourhood Ranking (114 Listings)
Beds22
50%
Baths22
50%
Square foot1,5401,200
77%
Lot Size91,23629,010
68%
Price$844K$375K
92%
Price per square foot$548$310
85%
Built year20101980
83%
HOA
Days on market35200
1%
Condition Rating
Poor

While the property features modern construction (built 2010/2014) and a contemporary design with sleek concrete floors, the listing explicitly states the main house is a 'blank canvas' awaiting design direction and the guest house is 'waiting for the finishing touches.' An image also shows an interior with exposed studs, indicating significant unfinished areas. This means the property is not move-in ready and requires substantial completion, particularly for essential areas like kitchens and bathrooms, to be habitable. Although the underlying structure is new and sound, its current incomplete state renders it uncomfortable or unsafe to live in, aligning with the 'Poor' category's requirement for substantial rehabilitation, despite its recent build year.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Prime Location & Accessibility: Nestled in the prestigious Joshua Tree Highlands neighborhood, the property offers peace and tranquility just minutes from the National Park's west entrance gate.
Dual Modern Homes & Reputable Builder: The compound features two modern homes (main built 2010, guest 2014) constructed by famed local builder David Eckenroth, ensuring quality and contemporary design.
Expansive Lot & Unique Desert Landscape: Boasting over 2 acres (91,236 sqft) with expert planting of intentional desert vegetation, iconic topography, boulders, and Joshua trees, creating a serene and immersive desert ambiance.
Exceptional Panoramic Views: The property showcases stunning panoramic desert and mountain views in every direction from both homes and outdoor spaces.
Contemporary Design & Versatile Spaces: Features open-concept layouts, sleek concrete floors, lofty ceilings, and unique amenities like outdoor showers/bathing, with a versatile guest house ideal for an art studio, office, or suite.

Cons

Requires Significant Interior Completion: The main house is described as a 'blank canvas' and the guest house awaits 'finishing touches,' indicating substantial additional investment and design effort needed post-purchase.
Listed Above Estimated Market Value: The current listing price of $844,000 is 7% higher than the estimated property value of $778,709.29, which may impact buyer perception of value or negotiation.
Modest Interior Square Footage for Lot Size: With a combined 1540 sqft for two homes on a 2+ acre lot, the interior living space might be considered relatively small for buyers expecting more substantial structures on such an expansive parcel.

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