Joshua Tree Homes under $1 million

Joshua Tree Homes under $1 million

Welcome to Joshua Tree, California—where the stunning desert landscape meets a vibrant artistic community! Nestled in San Bernardino County, this enchanting town is renowned for its breathtaking national park, characterized by its iconic Joshua trees, unique rock formations, and mesmerizing sunsets. With a population that thrives on creativity and a laid-back lifestyle, Joshua Tree is a haven for artists, nature enthusiasts, and those seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

As you explore the real estate opportunities in this captivating area, you'll be delighted to discover a range of homes available for under $1 million. Whether you're looking for a cozy desert bungalow, a modern retreat, or a charming vintage home, Joshua Tree offers an array of options that cater to diverse tastes and budgets. Many properties feature expansive outdoor spaces, perfect for soaking in the sun or stargazing under the clear desert skies.

In addition to its natural beauty, Joshua Tree boasts a thriving community with local art galleries, eclectic shops, and unique dining experiences. The town hosts numerous events throughout the year, including art walks and music festivals, fostering a sense of connection among residents and visitors alike.

Living in Joshua Tree means embracing a lifestyle that celebrates both nature and creativity. With homes available under $1 million, now is the perfect time to find your dream desert oasis in this extraordinary corner of California. Come experience the magic of Joshua Tree—where your new adventure awaits!

Newest Joshua Tree Homes under $1 million

5889 Rice Road, Joshua Tree
$995,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 00-26998059 MLS
$130K+ 2025 GROSS STR REVENUE | TURNKEY JOSHUA TREE INVESTMENT | DEPRECIATION OPPORTUNITY. This established Joshua Tree short-term rental generated $130,731 in gross earnings in 2025 across 285 booked nights and another $87,046 from January through August 2026. The 2026 pace annualizes to approximately $130,500, providing a buyer with an existing income-producing hospitality asset rather than a speculative STR conversion.Set on approximately 2.5 acres just minutes from Joshua Tree Village, the property is offered as a fully furnished, highly amenitized vacation rental with an established operating history. Guest amenities include a hot tub, private sauna, cold plunge, cowboy pool, stargazing/meditation dome, dedicated theater room, multiple outdoor gathering areas and Starlink internet.For investors seeking to acquire income-producing real estate before year-end, the combination of the residence, land, furniture, equipment and hospitality improvements may provide significant cost-segregation and accelerated-depreciation potential, depending on the buyer's tax circumstances. Buyer should consult their CPA or tax advisor regarding bonus depreciation, cost segregation, material participation and STR tax treatment.A compelling opportunity for a depreciation-focused buyer seeking both current operating income and a differentiated Joshua Tree asset. Financials and operating information available upon request.

5889 Rice Road, Joshua Tree
7420 Quail Springs, Joshua Tree
$775,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ JT-26216174 MLS
Set against sculpted boulders and protected desert landscape, this design-forward retreat in the heart of Joshua Tree brings together elevated architecture, natural materials and the surrounding landscape. Just five minutes from the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park, with hiking and mountain biking trails directly across the street, the location offers an incredible connection to everything that makes Joshua Tree special. Inside, soaring 16-foot wood ceilings and expansive windows create a dramatic sense of volume while filling the home with natural light. White oak paneling, limewash finishes, custom channel lighting and designer lighting throughout give the interiors a warm, organic feel. A wood-burning fireplace anchors the living room, while the designer kitchen features Taj Mahal countertops, an oversized island, custom cabinetry and designer appliances. The bedrooms feel serene and private, complemented by spa-inspired bathrooms featuring custom vanities, beautiful tilework and a striking sunken soaking tub. Central A/C plus mini-splits provide year-round comfort. Outside, the property has been professionally landscaped to embrace its natural desert setting, incorporating native boulders, cacti and mature desert trees. The fully fenced grounds offer multiple shaded outdoor living areas, including gazebos for relaxing and entertaining, plus a dedicated area ready for a future in-ground pool. With exceptional design, thoughtful finishes, beautiful boulder surroundings and the National Park just down the road, this is a home created to experience Joshua Tree from the inside out. Furniture and décor are not included in the sale but may be available for purchase separately.

7420 Quail Springs, Joshua Tree
7765 Elwood Street, Joshua Tree
$637,500
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 00-26997709 MLS
Brand-new 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with a $10,000 seller-paid rate buydown. Properties with this level of quality and attention to detail rarely come to market at this price.Set on just over half an acre in Joshua Tree, the property offers privacy, open desert views, and an excellent location just 10 minutes from the Joshua Tree National Park entrance and 5 minutes from downtown shopping and restaurants. Palm Springs is approximately 45 minutes away. The corner lot backs up to more than 800 acres of conservancy land, with miles of hiking and off-road trails.The home was designed and built with durability, efficiency, and low maintenance in mind. Exterior features include stucco with expansion joints to help reduce cracking, enclosed soffits for added fire protection, a wood-look garage door, low-maintenance landscaping with trees, shrubs, irrigation and low-voltage lighting, plus underground utilities for a clean overall appearance.Inside, a rustic wood entry door opens to a spacious great room combining the living, dining and kitchen areas. The kitchen features a large center island, granite countertops, ample cabinetry, a corner pantry and GE appliances, including a counter-depth refrigerator, microwave and oven with Ancona Elite hood. Custom tile finishes complete the space.The primary suite takes advantage of the desert views with a large picture window. The spa-inspired bathroom includes a Kohler soaking tub, separate glass-enclosed tiled shower, dual sinks and a fully organized walk-in closet with Martha Stewart storage. Two additional bedrooms are located on the opposite side of the home, each with generous proportions and organized closets.Additional features include insulated interior walls, high-end ceiling fans throughout, granite window sills, energy-efficient honeycomb pleated blinds, a second full bathroom with granite counters and a medicine cabinet, linen storage, guest closet, large laundry room with cabinetry, whole-house exhaust fan, central HVAC, fire sprinkler system and an oversized, fully finished two-car garage with storage, EV charger and InstaHot water heater.A thoughtfully built Joshua Tree home offering privacy, quality construction, modern amenities and immediate access to everything that makes the High Desert special.

7765 Elwood Street, Joshua Tree
6685 Sunnyhill Road, Joshua Tree
$399,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ JT-26216430 MLS
WITH A FULL PRICED OFFER SELLER IS WILLING TO CONTRIBUTE $10,000 TOWARD BUYER CLOSING COSTS OR INTEREST RATE BUY DOWN. Wonderful Joshua Tree home full of character on a fully fenced 1.25-acre lot and on a paved road. This unique property blends natural desert beauty with thoughtful landscaping, creating a setting that feels perfectly integrated with its surroundings. Home can be sold fully furnished with the exception of a few personal items. As you arrive, you’ll appreciate the long driveway that runs through the property to the carport, offering plenty of space and functionality. The carport also serves as a dual-purpose observation deck, providing a great vantage point to take in the surrounding desert views. Step inside and you’ll immediately notice the home’s distinctive character, featuring masonry walls, tall vaulted ceilings, and an abundance of windows that fill the space with natural light. The living area includes a fireplace with a wood-burning stove insert, adding warmth and charm. The kitchen is exceptionally large, offering an impressive amount of cabinet storage, counter space, and quartz countertops. There is ample room for dining, and the view from the kitchen sink looks out to the backyard. Just beyond, the back patio is a standout feature, designed with large rounded archways that beautifully frame the natural desert landscape. All of the bedrooms are generously sized, and the home is equipped with mini-split systems throughout for efficient heating and cooling. The bathroom has been remodeled and features a large vanity with matching finishes to the kitchen along with a tile shower-tub combo. Outside, you’ll find multiple seating areas to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings, along with a cross-fenced section that is perfect for pets or added functionality. This is a rare opportunity to own a property that offers space, character, and a true connection to the Joshua Tree landscape.

6685 Sunnyhill Road, Joshua Tree
7453 Olympic Road, Joshua Tree
$370,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ JT-26202640 MLS
MOUNTAIN VIEWS: Coveted Upper Friendly Hills location – nature hikes from front door and views of San Gorgonio, SoCal’s tallest mountain. NEW ROOF. NEW AC UNIT. Fascia & Soffit newly painted. Well-maintained home. Open floor plan perfect for socializing. Ideal primary residence, long-term rental or Airbnb. Corner lot. Large garage for storage. Convenient to downtown Joshua Tree and Yucca Valley for shopping and dining. Short drive to front gate of Joshua Tree National Park. Mature landscaping, including shade trees. Clean, ready for move-in. Affordable housing in one of the very best areas of town.

7453 Olympic Road, Joshua Tree
62360 San Andreas, Joshua Tree
$695,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ SW-26213840 MLS
Enjoy the peaceful beauty of Joshua Tree from this 2-bedroom, one bath desert retreat on approximately 2.5 acres. The 1,040 square feet features a mini split A/C, wood burning fireplace and an inviting loft which adds flexible bonus space. Relax beneath the open sky, with light ordinance in Joshua Tree viewing the stars or a mentor shower is incredible. Take in the desert surroundings, and enjoy convenient access to Joshua Tree National Park, about a mile away from the entrance. A special opportunity to own a private high desert getaway.

62360 San Andreas, Joshua Tree
6817 Arizona Avenue, Joshua Tree
$849,999
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OC-26211548 MLS
The desert has a way of calling people who build differently. Who think in permanence. Who understand that the land deserves more than what’s fast or easy. 6817 Arizona Ave was built by exactly those people, and it shows in every detail. Constructed almost entirely of architectural concrete with reinforcing steel, this Joshua Tree residence belongs to a category of home that rarely exists in the residential market. The same material trusted for high-rises and architectural structures built to endure was brought here to the high desert with the same uncompromising standard. What that means in practice: walls that hold the silence, a structure that stands against heat, wind, and time, a home that will outlast everything built around it. Step inside and the desert rushes in to meet you. The central living area and kitchen open through LaCantina bifold doors to a panoramic view that stops you mid-step. To the north, open desert stretches endlessly, the kind of unobstructed horizon that recalibrates something in you. To the south, the iconic boulder formations of Joshua Tree National Park rise and shift with the light, gold at dawn, amber at dusk, silver under the moon. The layout is balanced and intentional. Bedroom suites flank either side of the home, each with its own private access to the backyard, creating a flow that feels equally at home as a personal retreat or a high-performing short-term rental. A pass-through kitchen window pulls the landscape in from every angle, and the outdoor living spaces, spa, fire pit, and multiple seating areas are positioned to make the most of it all, morning through night. Inside, the finish level is refined without being loud. Ocean Silver Travertine countertops, Clé Tile bathrooms, heated bathroom floors, and Samsung Bespoke appliances. A fully owned solar system, EV charging, tankless water heater, Starlink, and a fully turnkey setup mean nothing is left to figure out. Situated in one of South Joshua Tree’s most sought-after neighborhoods, quiet, established, and just minutes from downtown, this is a home that works equally well as a full-time residence, a weekend escape, or a proven short-term rental. Already established as a strong-performing STR, the property pairs distinctive architecture and a turnkey setup with the kind of setting and experience that continues to draw guests to Joshua Tree. Built to an exceptional standard, set against an unforgettable landscape - this is the one.

6817 Arizona Avenue, Joshua Tree
65337 Hoover Road, Joshua Tree
$310,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 8N-2609144 MLS
TWO HOMES FOR THE PRICE OF ONE! Situated on 2.5 acres with scenic desert views, this Joshua Tree property offers space, flexibility, and plenty of potential. A major bonus—the property includes PAID OFF SOLAR! The main home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, mini-split systems, and a newer roof installed in 2021. A detached studio ADU provides an additional living space complete with its own bathroom and kitchenette. A third detached structure serves as a carport with a washer and dryer and additional storage space. The property also features RV hookups, adding even more versatility. Both the main home and ADU are ready for cosmetic updates, giving you the opportunity to bring your vision and make the property your own. Perfect for multigenerational living, generating potential rental income from the ADU, or using the additional space as an at-home office. With three separate structures, 2.5 acres, paid off solar, and wide-open desert surroundings, 65337 Hoover Rd offers a unique opportunity in Joshua Tree.

65337 Hoover Road, Joshua Tree
60417 Belfair Drive, Joshua Tree
$679,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 00-26994735 MLS
Welcome to this stunning new construction desert retreat in Joshua Tree, thoughtfully designed to showcase the surrounding landscape and expansive mountain views. This modern 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers bright, open living space with clean contemporary finishes and an effortless indoor-outdoor flow. The spacious open-concept living and kitchen area is filled with natural light and framed by oversized windows and sliding glass doors capturing beautiful desert and mountain views. The sleek kitchen features a large waterfall-edge island, quartz-style countertops, modern cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a statement range hood. Polished concrete floors, recessed lighting, and minimalist finishes carry throughout the home, while ductless mini-split systems provide efficient heating and cooling. Both bedrooms offer direct access to outdoor patio areas and impressive views. The primary suite features a generous walk-in closet and beautifully finished bath, while the second bedroom is conveniently located near the additional full bath. An indoor laundry area with stacked washer and dryer adds everyday convenience. Multiple patios and outdoor living areas provide plenty of room to relax, entertain, and take in the peaceful desert surroundings, dramatic mountain backdrop, and iconic Joshua trees. With its modern architecture, striking black-framed windows and doors, thoughtfully landscaped grounds, and seamless connection to the outdoors, this newly built home offers the quintessential Joshua Tree lifestyle- perfect as a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or desert retreat.

60417 Belfair Drive, Joshua Tree
60644 Latham Trail, Joshua Tree
$452,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 219153366 MLS
This 3 bedroom 1 bathroom home is perfect for your buyer! It was completely remodeled after the current owners purchased it. Located on a large lot in the Upper Friendly Hills area, this home is minutes away from the national park. This home was completely remodeled, including a new roof and AC unit, saving your buyers thousands and giving them peace of mind that the big ticket items will have plenty of life left. Priced under comps and in better condition than anything that closed recently. Reach out today!

60644 Latham Trail, Joshua Tree
61481 Latham Trail, Joshua Tree
$825,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ JT-26211507 MLS
Desert Living, Reimagined. Set on just over an acre of natural desert landscape, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with a versatile bonus room offers the space, views, and indoor-outdoor lifestyle that make Joshua Tree living so special. North-facing and filled with natural light, the home features an inviting open-concept layout centered around a fireplace, creating a warm gathering space while maintaining an easy flow throughout. The kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a pantry, and a charming breakfast nook framed by windows overlooking the desert. Laminate and tile flooring throughout provide a clean, low-maintenance finish. The spacious primary suite includes a dual-sink vanity, soaking tub, and tiled walk-in shower enclosure, while the guest bathroom also features dual sink vanitys. The bonus room adds valuable flexibility for a home office, creative studio, fitness space, media room, or additional gathering area. A three-car garage provides generous room for vehicles, desert toys, storage, or workspace. Outside is where this property truly creates its own experience. The natural landscape is thoughtfully complemented by a cowboy tub with filtration and pump equipment, a custom Temescal-style sweat lodge, and a large covered travertine platform offering a beautiful setting for meditation, yoga, outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply taking in the quiet of the desert. With views toward Joshua Tree National Park, more than an acre to enjoy, and outdoor spaces created for both gathering and retreat, this is more than a desert home, it’s a place to slow down, spread out, and experience Joshua Tree from your own private setting.

61481 Latham Trail, Joshua Tree
61607 Granada Dr, Joshua Tree
$349,999
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ JT-26210598 MLS
Recently remolded Joshua Tree Gem! This beautiful updated 2-bedroom, 1 bath home offers modern comfort, convenience and an unbeatable location. The interior features concrete flooring, butcher block countertops and a brand-new stove. Enjoy year-round comfort with a new HVAC System and stay connected with fast reliable internet. The attached 2 car garage provides convenient parking and storage, while the low maintenance yard makes the outdoor upkeep a breeze. Located within walking distance to downtown Joshua Tree, you'll be just minutes from local restaurants, shops and the unique charm of the area. Outdoor enthusiasts will love being only minutes from the Desert View Conservation Area offering scenic hiking trails without the crowds and approximately 10 minutes from the West entrance of the Joshua Tree National Park. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend getaway or desert retreat, this move in ready home offers the perfect combination of location, updates and desert lifestyle.

61607 Granada Dr, Joshua Tree
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