61464 Melton Trail
Joshua Tree, CA 92252
Listing broker / agent: Keller Williams Beverly Hills · Shawn S. Kormondy · CRMLS
MLS # 26854185 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 20:58 UTC
About this property
A design-forward desert retreat where architecture, privacy and proven rental performance converge. Set on approximately one acre in Joshua Tree, this newly built 3-bedroom residence pairs a refined, minimalist aesthetic with construction designed for the realities of the desert. Based on 2026 YTD performance through August, the property is tracking toward approximately $208,000 in projected gross rental revenue for 2026, offering a compelling opportunity for buyers seeking both a personal desert escape and an established income-producing property. Built using Structural Concrete Insulated Panels (SCIP), the shell contains no traditional wood framing and was engineered for exceptional durability, energy efficiency, fire resistance and reduced exterior noise. The structure was further reinforced with extensive rebar, while a standing-seam metal roof over a two-inch aggregate cement base adds another layer of long-term resilience.Inside, the material palette feels closer to a boutique desert hotel than a conventional vacation rental. Venetian plaster, artisanal Portola Paint accents, Italian terrazzo flooring, Italian tile and custom oak cabinetry create a warm, restrained interior. The sculptural three-dimensional kitchen island is finished in premium Dekton and complemented by Fisher & Paykel panel-ready refrigeration and dishwasher, a Bosch electric convection range, Blanco sink, Baldwin hardware and Delta Trinsic fixtures. Custom-built beds and headboards complete both suites. Outside, fabricated metal fencing frames the property while the pool and expansive desert setting create the indoor-outdoor experience Joshua Tree buyers come for. Architecturally distinctive, highly finished and already demonstrating substantial rental demand, this is a turnkey Joshua Tree property designed to function equally well as a private desert residence, creative retreat or income-producing escape.
Property details
- MLS number
- 26854185
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 3 Baths
- Living area
- 1,774 (area; units unconfirmed)
- Lot size
- 1.03 acres
- County
- San Bernardino
- Year built
- 2023
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 89
Building
- Year built
- 2023
- Architectural style
- Modern
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Foundation
- Slab
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 0
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Entry Foyer, Living Room
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring
- Tile
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Inside
- Furnishing
- Furnished
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Carport spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Attached Carport
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- Heated, In Ground, Private
- Spa
- Heated, In Ground, Private
- Property outlook
- Desert, Mountains, Rocks
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Septic Type Unknown
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Friendly Hills Elementary Morongo Unified · Joshua Tree | K–6 | 0.8 mi |
| La Contenta Middle Morongo Unified · Yucca Valley | 7–8 | 2.8 mi |
| Black Rock Alternative/Continuation Morongo Unified · Yucca Valley | 9–12 | 2.9 mi |
| Joshua Tree Elementary Morongo Unified · Joshua Tree | K–6 | 3.4 mi |
| Onaga Elementary Morongo Unified · Yucca Valley | K–6 | 4.3 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
- $1,449,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,549,000
- MLS-reported previous asking price
- $1,549,000
- MLS-reported last price change
- 2026-09-19 13:51 UTC
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 05:32 | $1,449,000 |
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Property taxes
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Market trends in Joshua Tree
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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