Set against the hills of Yucca Valley, The Monarch is a modern desert residence defined by strong geometry, generous scale, and a considered material palette. Tall volumes, wood-clad ceilings, concrete surfaces, and expansive walls of glass give the home a clear architectural identity. The four-bedroom, three-bath plan is organized around substantial common spaces, allowing groups to gather comfortably while preserving privacy. Retractable floor-to-ceiling glass opens the main living areas directly to the grounds, creating a continuous relationship between the interior, pool, and surrounding landscape. A custom butterfly-shaped pool and integrated spa anchor the private outdoor spaces. Covered patios, an outdoor shower, dining and lounge areas, and broad mountain views create a complete environment for indoor-outdoor living. The oversized finished garage provides valuable flex space and is currently arranged as an additional game room and gathering area. Joshua Tree National Park is within minutes of the property. Downtown Joshua Tree and Pioneertown are also easily reached, while downtown Yucca Valley offers convenient access to dining, shopping, and everyday essentials. Already established as an Airbnb Luxe property with an extensive rental history, The Monarch holds a strong position as a short-term rental investment. Its four-bedroom capacity, distinctive architecture, destination amenities, and proximity to Joshua Tree National Park give it lasting appeal. The same qualities make it an equally compelling second home.
Single-familyProperty Type
2021Year Built
1.09 acresLot Size
$521Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Clayton Baldwin•DRE #01741353• Kinetic Properties
Sky Harbor, located between State Route 62 and the Yucca Valley Mesa, is a residential and desert-edge Yucca Valley neighborhood with wide-sky views and a quiet, open-street grid. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the State Route 62 corridor near the Old Town strip, where low-slung storefronts, coffee counters, and small galleries set a sunbaked, unhurried pace. Mid-century ranch homes and desert-modern builds sit on larger lots, with native landscaping and long driveways that suit workshop and studio life. The mesa backdrop frames daily walks and bike loops, with Joshua trees and boulder fields defining the horizon. Pioneertown Motel, Pappy & Harriet’s, and the Hi-Desert Nature Museum anchor local culture beyond the residential blocks.
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Offer insights
8968 Balsa Ave · $1,200,000
$1.22M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.22M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
3 days
The average home goes pending in 53 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.8%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Unfurnished
Fireplace in the great room
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
2 three-quarter bathrooms
Flooring
Concrete flooring
Heating & cooling
Central, zoned, and other heating
Air conditioning
Exterior features
Private, heated in-ground pool with waterfall
Private, heated in-ground spa
Desert, valley, pool, panoramic, mountain, and hill views
Home design
Single-family residence
One story
Ground-level entry with no unit above
Parking
Attached garage with garage door opener
Driveway
14 total parking spaces, including 2 covered spaces and 10 uncovered or assigned spaces
Security
Other security features
Utilities
Sewer assessments
HOA & community
No monthly association fees
Not a gated community
Other
Short-term rentals allowed
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Beautiful buildable 1.09 acres in Upper Sky Harbor. Surrounded by nice homes also on acreage. Has water meter that is active. Water and power appear to be available with homes on either side. ( Buyer to verify utilities)
Public Records
Sep 5, 2001
Sold
$23,000
$10/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,798 (+8.9%)
$99,367 + $795,906
$895,273
2024
$9,912 (+2.2%)
$97,419 + $780,300
$877,719
2023
$9,698 (+19.5%)
$93,636 + $750,000
$843,636
2022
$8,114 (+554.9%)
$93,636 + $750,000
$843,636
2021
$1,239 (+78.0%)
$91,800 + $608,000
$699,800
2020
$696 (−2.5%)
$40,414
2019
$714 (+38.7%)
$31,067
2018
$515 (+24.2%)
$30,458
2017
$414
$29,275
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.09 Acres
Year renovated
2022
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,303
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,303
Year built
2021
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Bernardino County
APN
0589 011 52 0 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.
R-L-2.5
Rural Living District - 1 unit per 2.5 acre
The RL Zoning Districts are established to provide areas for the development and preservation of residential uses, incidental agricultural uses, and similar and compatible uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Agriculture-Other
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Housing-Mobile home park
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 94° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Yucca Valley, CA • 92284
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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63
48
62
47
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Yucca Valley. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
6.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 8968 Balsa Ave
$1,173,077
$27K under list price of $1.20M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $373K to $775K.