2432 Hilltop
Joshua Tree, CA 92252
Listing broker / agent: Joshua Tree Modern · Tommy Wonder · 415-690-6563 · CRMLS
MLS # JT26134791 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 22:29 UTC
About this property
Welcome to Hilltop House, a private desert compound with breathtaking 360-degree views, just minutes from Joshua Tree National Park. Offering 700 square feet of permitted living space, including a 464sq. ft. main residence and a 236sq. ft. detached guest house, each with its own bathroom. Extensive upgrades include 100amp sub-panel and a 200-amp main electrical service, updated electrical and plumbing systems, separate septic systems for each structure, new Owens Corning roofs, energy-efficient dual-pane windows, mini-split heating and cooling, custom lighting, a spacious redwood deck, and charming retro-inspired appliances that complement the home's architectural style. This permitted turnkey single-family residence is a true desert sanctuary. Whether enjoying an outdoor shower, soaking under the stars, or taking in the panoramic views, every space is designed to embrace the serenity and unhurried pace of the Joshua Tree experience.
Property details
- MLS number
- JT26134791
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 1 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 700 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 1.25 acres
- County
- San Bernardino
- Year built
- 1963
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 113
Building
- Year built
- 1963
- Year built source
- Public Records
- Architectural style
- Custom
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Entry level
- 1
- Construction
- Drywall, Wood Siding
- Roof
- Ridge Vents, Shingle
- Foundation
- Raised, Slab
- Condition
- Additions Alterations, Building Permit, Updated Remodeled
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 1
- Half bathrooms
- 1
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 1
- Main-level bathrooms
- 1
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Laundry, Living Room
- Appliances
- Barbecue, Electric Range, Gas Range, High Efficiency Water Heater, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Wood Product Walls, All Bedrooms Down
- Flooring
- Concrete, Wood
- Heating
- Combination, Ductless, Electric, Energy Star Qualified Equipment
- Cooling
- Ductless, Electric, Energy Star Qualified Equipment, Attic Fan
- Fireplace
- Electric
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 8
- Garage spaces
- 0
- Parking
- Driveway, Gravel, One Space
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- Concrete, Wood, Wrap Around
- Lot features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Desert Back, Desert Front, Rocks
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- None
- Property outlook
- Desert, Hills, Mountains, Panoramic, Rocks
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Utilities
- Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected
- Community features
- Hiking
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- Morongo Unified
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Nearby public schools
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| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Joshua Tree Elementary Morongo Unified · Joshua Tree | K–6 | 1.9 mi |
| Yucca Mesa Elementary Morongo Unified · Yucca Valley | K–6 | 4.7 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $399,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $479,000
- MLS-reported previous asking price
- $419,000
- MLS-reported last price change
- 2026-10-13 20:07 UTC
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2026 03:21 | $399,000 |
| Oct 2, 2026 05:31 | $419,000 |
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Property taxes
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Market trends in Joshua Tree
Active residential homes for sale in Joshua Tree, CA, available through this website's authorized feed. Includes residential subtypes; excludes rentals. Not the entire market or a valuation of this property.
Observed price activity · past 30 days
26 currently active listings have an observed price-change pair ending in this period. A listing can appear in both counts.
Calculated 2026-10-19 23:43 UTC. Source: this website's authorized MLS inventory. Import progress, freshness rules and coverage affect the figures. Medians exclude missing/invalid values; price per sq ft is the median of individual listing ratios. Price observations are limited to the last 24 per listing and may miss changes between refreshes. This is not a complete 30-day market report, historical inventory trend, appreciation measure, or sold-price analysis.
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