Exceptional opportunity to own a legally converted Single Family Residence on 5 acres (217,800 sq ft) with public water in the highly sought-after Desert Heights area. This former cabin has been legally converted to a Single Family Residence, and public water with a working meter on a 5-acre parcel is a rare and highly valuable feature in this location. No need to haul water, maintain storage tanks, or worry about well failure or contamination. Enjoy privacy and open desert surroundings while remaining just minutes from shops, restaurants, and the vibrant Joshua Tree community. Approximately 17 minutes (14.3 miles) to the West Entrance of Joshua Tree National Park and 22 minutes (15.6 miles) to the North Entrance. The park attracts over 3 million visitors annually. The fully remodeled home is approximately 200 sq ft and will be delivered with a Certificate of Occupancy. Features include a kitchen, bathroom, tile flooring throughout, and a permitted new septic system. The property operates on solar power and includes a small tri-fuel backup generator. An electrical post is located at the corner of Los Olivos Ave. and Foley Dr. Buyer to investigate the feasibility and cost of connecting to public electricity. A small detached shed is located on the property. There may be potential to split the lot into two 2.5-acre parcels, and each parcel may allow up to three structures (buyer to verify). Seller and agent make no representations regarding subdivision or development potential. Buyer to verify all zoning, land use, and development standards with the San Bernardino County Planning Department. For mapping purposes, please cut and paste GPS coordinates 34.189949, -116.160743, on Google Maps.
Reserve Collection Realty, Inc.
Corrie Lontoc, Reserve Collection Realty, Inc..
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