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Danielle Broad

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$1,549,000

Est. payment - /mo

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

1,774 SqFt

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Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,774 sqft

Price per Sqft $873

MLS Listing ID CL26854185

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 2023

Lot Size 1.030 Acres

Acres 1.03

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

61464 Melton Trail is the kind of home that quietly changes your expectations of what desert architecture can be. Purposefully designed and thoughtfully engineered, this private retreat sits on more than an acre in Joshua Tree's coveted Upper Friendly Hills, where uninterrupted 360-degree mountain and desert views become part of everyday living. Currently operating as a professionally managed luxury short-term rental, the property has generated approximately $75,000 in gross rental income year-to-date, offering buyers the rare opportunity to acquire a design-forward residence with an established operating history. (Buyer to independently verify income and operating expenses.)The architecture embraces simplicity, proportion, and light. A soaring great room with a dramatic skylight and vaulted ceilings anchors the home, while expansive glass blurs the line between indoors and out. Two private ensuite bedroom wings provide separation for owners and guests, creating a floor plan that feels equally suited for quiet weekends, extended stays, or entertaining. Unlike virtually every competing home in the area, the residence is constructed using Structural Concrete Insulated Panels (SCIP), an advanced building system engineered for longevity rather than convention. Reinforced concrete panels and extensive steel reinforcement create exceptional thermal efficiency, remarkable acoustic isolation, outstanding fire and seismic resistance, and significantly lower long-term maintenance. This is architecture designed to endure for generations. Every finish reflects the same commitment to craftsmanship. Venetian plaster walls, handmade custom oak cabinetry, Italian terrazzo flooring, imported tile, premium Dekton surfaces, and a sculptural custom kitchen island create an understated yet sophisticated aesthetic. Fisher & Paykel integrated appliances, a Bosch convection range, designer lighting, Baldwin hardware, and custom mirrors complete interiors that prioritize quality over trends. Outside, the property functions as a private boutique resort. A heated pool, seven-person Cal Spa, multiple outdoor entertaining spaces, and expansive desert skies create an atmosphere that feels worlds away while remaining just minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, restaurants, galleries, and local attractions. Whether enjoying sunrise coffee, afternoon swims, or evenings beneath a canopy of stars, every space has been designed to celebrate the surrounding landscape.Modern infrastructure su

Location

State CA

County San Bernardino

Zoning JT/RS-1

Interior

Heating Central

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Tile

Fireplaces Type None

Fireplace No

Appliance Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator

Laundry Dryer, Washer, Inside

Exterior

Pool In Ground

View Y/N true

View Mountain(s), Other

Total Parking Spaces 2

Private Pool true

Building

Story 1

Foundation Slab

Water Public, Other

Architectural Style Modern

Level or Stories One Story

New Construction No

Others

Tax ID 0588241040000

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Listed by Shawn S. Kormondy • Keller Williams Beverly Hills

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61464 Melton Trail Joshua Tree, CA 92252

Danielle Broad

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