63525 Moonlight Mesa, Joshua Tree, CA 92252
63525 Moonlight Mesa, Joshua Tree, CA 92252
Property Description
A rare opportunity to own a truly unique Joshua Tree retreat set amid extraordinary open space and sweeping protected desert vistas. Positioned on 5 private acres and offered with an additional adjacent 5-acre parcel, this remarkable property encompasses 10 acres of deeded land and is bordered by more than 200 acres of government-owned open space and conservation lands, creating an unmatched sense of privacy, tranquility, and immersion in the natural desert landscape. Originally built in 1959, the residence offers approximately 1,740 square feet of living space with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Rich in character and authenticity, the home retains its original vintage décor and architectural charm, making it a genuine one-of-a-kind desert getaway. Expansive concrete patios surround the residence, providing multiple outdoor living and entertaining areas, while a hot tub offers the perfect place to relax beneath Joshua Tree’s world-famous dark night skies. Adding to the property’s appeal is a detached guest outpost featuring a classic Airstream trailer and private patio area. This unique space functions as an ideal guest retreat, artist studio, creative workspace, or ADU-style accommodation for visitors seeking an authentic high-desert experience. The combination of vintage architecture, extensive acreage, adjacent parcel ownership, bordering public lands, and unique guest accommodations creates an exceptionally rare offering in one of Joshua Tree’s most sought-after locations. Whether envisioned as a private residence, desert getaway, artist compound, or hospitality investment, this property embodies the timeless spirit and beauty that have made Joshua Tree an internationally recognized destination.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Residential Tier · 4 active · 3 closed
Joshua Tree · Single Family Residence
Listed in line with the median closed sale of $850,000. Price per sqft ($503) is a 10% discount to closed comps ($562). Expect a longer timeline — comps averaged 120 days on market.
Price Position
Aligned with the market — fair pricing for the comps.
Active Properties (4)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 64225 Orion | Joshua Tree | 2023 | 2 | 3 | 1,701 | 89,733 | $440 | $749,000 | 2 | 64 |
| 3351 S Center Avenue | Joshua Tree | 2026 | 2 | 2 | 763 | 1,571,163 | $1,114 | $849,900 | 16 | 57 |
| 62050 Sonora | Joshua Tree | 2025 | 3 | 3 | 1,835 | 177,289 | $542 | $995,000 | 325 | 53 |
| 2651 Foxy Flats Road | Joshua Tree | 1974 | 4 | 2 | 1,968 | 235,224 | $381 | $750,000 | 150 | 51 |
| Total: 4 · Average | 2.8 | 2.5 | 1,566.75 | 518,352.25 | $619.25 | $835,975 | 123.25 | |||
| Median | 1,835 | $849,900 | ||||||||
Closed Properties (3)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 Border Avenue | Joshua Tree | 2024 | 06/22/2026 | 2 | 2 | 1,350 | 81,720 | $874,000 | $850,000 | $630 | 0.97 | 203 | 65 |
| 63011 Shifting Sands Trail | Joshua Tree | 1972 | 10/17/2025 | 2 | 1 | 1,248 | 108,900 | $849,000 | $800,000 | $641 | 0.94 | 62 | 61 |
| 61979 Campanula Street | Joshua Tree | 1990 | 12/16/2024 | 3 | 2 | 2,345 | 217,800 | $984,999 | $970,000 | $414 | 0.98 | 95 | 43 |
| Total: 3 · Average | 2.3 | 1.7 | 1,647.667 | 136,140 | $873,333.333 | $873,333.333 | $561.667 | — | 120 | ||||
| Median | 1,350 | $850,000 | $850,000 | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.