61961 Aster Place, Joshua Tree, CA 92252

About this single-family home

PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Tucked away on an elevated lot with views of Joshua Tree National Park and Mt. San Gorgonio, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers comfort, style, and a strong investment opportunity. The kitchen features newer granite countertops, a trendy corrugated tile backsplash, and an enviable walk-in pantry, while the adjacent dining area is filled with natural light—perfect for everyday meals or casual entertaining. A cozy living room anchors the home with its custom rock wall and windows that frame the property’s impressive southerly vistas. The large primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and its own Mitsubishi mini-split system, while the second bedroom makes a great office or guest room. The bathroom is updated, and the home includes new plumbing, fresh interior and exterior paint, and new ceiling fans throughout. The two-car garage features a laundry area and a brand-new electric garage door. Outdoors, the fully fenced yard is ideal for pets and showcases a mix of native and mature plantings—acacia, mesquite, olive, tamarisk, ocotillo, beavertail, agave, prickly pear, and desert willow—as well as a custom desert rock wall with built-in planter. Surrounded by open land, the property offers privacy, sunset views, and a true desert escape. Additional highlights include natural gas appliances and high-speed internet. Located within walking distance to downtown Joshua Tree, the library, and local coffee shops, this home is a wonderful full-time residence, weekend retreat, or solid rental investment. Schedule your showing today!

Listing description from the October 2025 sale, as reported to CRMLS.

Sale history

$245,450

Sold October 2025 · listed $280,000, orig. $294,900, on market May 2025 · MLS #JT25110816 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: Meagan Mays · Listing Office: Cherie Miller & Associates · Contact: 760-974-7770 · Bought with: Cam Wortman · C & S Real Estate, Inc.

$53,500

Sold March 2013 · listed $57,000, on market January 2013 · MLS #DC13010809 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: Angelina Schoenberger · Listing Office: Tarbell, REALTORS · Contact: 760-346-7405 · Bought with: Madelaine LaVoie · Cherie Miller & Assoc.

$46,000

Sold June 2012 · listed $52,500, orig. $59,500, on market March 2012 · MLS #DC12037105 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: Angelina Schoenberger · Listing Office: Tarbell, REALTORS · Contact: 760-346-7405 · Bought with: Angelina Schoenberger · Tarbell, REALTORS

$19,500

Sold February 2012 · listed $24,000, orig. $30,000, on market November 2011 · MLS #DC11148979 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: Shelley O'Malley · Listing Office: ASSOCIATED BROKERS · Contact: 760-369-9100 · Bought with: JASON ELSASSER · Prudential California Realty

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