63525 Moonlight Mesa
Joshua Tree, CA 92252
Listing broker / agent: All American Real Estate · John Simpson · 760-366-9045 · CRMLS
MLS # JT26138267 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 19:46 UTC
About this property
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.
Property details
- MLS number
- JT26138267
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 2 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 1,740 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 10 acres
- County
- San Bernardino
- Year built
- 1959
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 102
Building
- Year built
- 1959
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Entry level
- 1
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 2
- Main-level bathrooms
- 2
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Interior features
- All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- In Garage
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Attached garage
- No
- Pool
- None
- Lot features
- Desert Back, Desert Front, Horse Property
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Property outlook
- Mountains, Panoramic, Rocks
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Community features
- Biking, Foothills, Hiking, Horse Trails, Mountainous, Near National Forest, Preserve Public Land, Rural
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 | 4.0 mi |
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $875,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $875,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 05:31 | $875,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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