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8490 Uphill Road, Joshua Tree, CA 92252

$649K1bd · 1ba · 576 sqft
Lot 108,900 sqft•Single Family Residence•
Active
•74d on market•MLS# PS-26872081

Property Description

Set on 2.5 acres just minutes from the Joshua Tree National Park entrance, this property offers a rare combination: a move-in-ready renovated cabin today, plus a fully designed path to a brand-new second residence tomorrow. The existing cabin has been completely renovated with permits. New electrical service and panel, copper plumbing, roof, windows and doors, ductless mini-split heating and cooling, a remodeled kitchen and bath, and warm tongue-and-groove pine interiors throughout. It's quiet, private, and in solid condition from day one, with mountain views and an easy reach to downtown Joshua Tree. What sets this property apart is what comes with it: a complete, fully engineered architectural package from Wolfgang Pichler Design for a new 1,925-square-foot, 3-bedroom, 3-bath main residence designed around an open kitchen and living area, a primary suite with walk-in closet, a multifunctional family room, and a striking see-through fireplace anchoring an atrium/patio space. Exterior finishes (stucco, steel-framed glass, stone accents) and interior material selections are already worked out, and site/permitting groundwork has been done as well (buyer to verify current status and any extension requirements with the county) so a buyer looking to build isn't starting from zero. The lot's zoning supports the additional residence for a buyer ready to take that on, while the existing cabin works well entirely on its own in the meantime whether as a primary residence, guest house, or income-producing unit.

Features & Amenities

FeeBuilt 1970

Property Details

Land Type
Fee
Year Built
1970
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Heat Pump
View
Desert, Hills
City
Joshua Tree
Zip Code
92252
County
San Bernardino
Listed byKeller Williams Luxury Homes, Michael Copeland

Mortgage Calculator

Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$3,281.70
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$519,200
Total Interest
$662,211
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$1,181,411
This calculator provides estimates only. Actual mortgage payments may include taxes, insurance, HOA fees, and PMI. Contact a lender for accurate quotes.

Comparative Market Analysis

Affordable Tier · 5 active · 5 closed

8490 Uphill Road, Joshua Tree, CA 92252

Joshua Tree · Single Family Residence

$649K
Affordable Tier
Beds
1
Baths
1
Sqft
576
Lot
2.50 ac
Year
1970
$/Sqft
$1127
Pool: Yes✓
Spa: No✓
View: desert✓

Listed 12.9% above the median closed sale of $575,000. Price per sqft ($1,127) is a 154% premium to closed comps ($444).

Price Position

Positioned above the market — commands a premium.

Premium
Subject listed at $649K· $1,127/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $575K
+$74K (+12.9%)
Active comps
vs active median $699K
−$50K (−7.2%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $553
+$574 (+103.8%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
8427 Rock Haven RoadJoshua Tree1958321,050108,900$648$680,0006157
8669 Via Rocosa RoadJoshua Tree1952221,004217,800$696$699,00014448
8178 Fleur DriveJoshua Tree1957221,500108,900$479$719,000948
7802 Quail Springs RoadJoshua Tree2018221,32482,328$544$720,0002043
7765 Elwood StreetJoshua Tree2017321,60227,483$398$637,5002635
Total: 5 · Average2.42.01,296109,082.2$553$691,10052
Median1,324$699,000

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
8729 Rock Haven RoadJoshua Tree195607/03/202611968108,900$640,000$640,000$6611.003167
8775 Desert Shadow RoadJoshua Tree198912/11/2025321,840108,900$595,000$565,000$3070.957348
7662 Quail Springs RoadJoshua Tree198608/04/2026321,790139,392$565,000$575,000$3211.024739
7802 Quail SpringsJoshua Tree201801/02/2026221,32482,328$599,000$568,000$4290.957239
6979 White Feather RoadJoshua Tree195812/08/2025321,45366,646$750,000$730,000$5020.9728137
Total: 5 · Average2.41.81,475101,233.2$615,600$615,600$444—100.8
Median1,453$575,000$575,000

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

Sale Price Trend

Days on Market

Sale vs List Price

AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.