52500 Van Buren Street
Coachella, CA 92236
Listing broker / agent: Desert Sands Realty · Kim Kelly · CRMLS
MLS # 219136900DA · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 17:31 UTC
About this property
Leja Farms - Coachella, CaliforniaOpportunity Zone Investment!Family owned and operated since 1960, Leja Farms offers a rare opportunity to acquire three contiguous parcels totaling 35+ acres, ideally located at the hard signalized corner of Avenue 52 and Van Buren Street. Zoned CG (General Commercial) and RM (Residential Multiple Family), this property provides exceptional development flexibility and long-term value -- all within a designated Opportunity Zone with potential tax advantages.Leja Farms is renowned for its quality date production. The property includes approximately 900 Deglets, 45 Medjools (30 males), and 40 Barhi/Honeys. Supporting the operation are two warehouses with cold storage rooms, a hydration and fumigation container, and additional storage facilities. The main warehouse also features an office, employee restrooms and dining areas, and large sorting spaces, exemplifying the care and craftsmanship behind the Leja Farms name.(Note: Not all equipment and/or personal property is included in the sale--please inquire for a full inventory list.)Agricultural infrastructure includes a deep private well (approx. 600 GPM), CVWD agricultural water rights, solar power, and IID service for reduced electricity costs.Residential improvements include:A main home (circa 1960s) of approximately 3,383+/- SF, with a pool leased on a month-to-month basis $3,500.00 pr/mo. Located on the southern 19+/- acre parcel.A second home on the corner parcel, approximately 2,400+/- SF. Leased on a month-to-month basis $3,000.00 pr/mo.An occupied caretaker's home near the production facilities (approx. 500+/- SF, permit status unknown).This is a truly unique investment opportunity combining income-producing agriculture, existing infrastructure, and future development potential in one of the Coachella Valley's most promising growth corridors.What an opportunity!Contact Kim or Kate today to schedule your private tour of Leja Farms.
Property details
- MLS number
- 219136900DA
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 6 Beds • 6 Baths
- Living area
- 6,000 (area; units unconfirmed)
- Lot size
- 35.56 acres
- County
- Riverside
- Year built
- 1960
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 198
Building
- Year built
- 1960
- Year built source
- Appraiser
- Architectural style
- Ranch, Spanish
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Living area source
- Other
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 6
- Half bathrooms
- 0
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 0
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Entry Foyer, Great Room
- Flooring
- Carpet, Concrete, Tile
- Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Great Room
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 28
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Carport spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Oversized
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- In Ground, Private
- Lot features
- Two To Five Units Acre, Agricultural, Corner Lot, Corners Marked, Drip Irrigation Bubblers, Horse Property, Sprinkler System
- Lot size source
- Appraiser
- Property outlook
- Mountains, Pool
Utilities & community
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| NOVA Academy - Coachella (school website, opens in a new tab) Coachella Valley Unified · Coachella | 9–12 | 0.5 mi |
| Coral Mountain Academy (school website, opens in a new tab) Coachella Valley Unified · Coachella | K–6 | 0.5 mi |
| Peter Pendleton Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Coachella Valley Unified · Coachella | K–6 | 0.6 mi |
| Imagine Schools, Riverside County (school website, opens in a new tab) Riverside County Office of Education · Coachella | Not reported | 0.9 mi |
| Valley View Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Coachella Valley Unified · Coachella | K–6 | 1.1 mi |
| Bobby Duke Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Coachella Valley Unified · Coachella | 7–8 | 1.4 mi |
| Palm View Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Coachella Valley Unified · Coachella | K–6 | 1.4 mi |
| Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior High (school website, opens in a new tab) Coachella Valley Unified · Coachella | 7–8 | 1.5 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
- $8,000,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $8,000,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 08:37 | $8,000,000 |
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