72425 Cactus Drive, 29 Palms, CA 92277
72425 Cactus Drive, 29 Palms, CA 92277
Property Description
Mid-Century Minimalist Masterpiece - Turnkey Desert Cabin Escape. **MAY QUALIFY UP TO $12,900 IN FORGIVABLE GRANTS THRU PREFERRED LENDER ** Welcome to your quintessential high-desert sanctuary. Built in 1951, this meticulously curated 480 SF mid-century cottage masterfully captures the essence of the 'Modern Tiny Home' movement without sacrificing the freedom of a sprawling 6,962 SF lot. Showcasing pristine mountain vistas and wide-open territorial views, this property functions seamlessly as a stylish weekend getaway or a high-performance minimalist residence. Peace of mind comes standard here: major structural and mechanical upgrades were completed and finalized in late 2022, introducing a premium tankless water heater and a high-efficiency HVAC system. The interior layout feels surprisingly bright and spacious, maximizing every inch of its historic footprint. Outside, the expansive lot serves as a blank canvas waiting for your ultimate desert lifestyle additions--imagine a stargazing platform, outdoor cowboy tub, or a custom fire pit lounge set against the backdrop of iconic 29 Palms sunsets. Located just minutes from the pristine entrance of Joshua Tree National Park and local creative hubs, this turnkey gem effortlessly pairs mid-century vintage soul with modern infrastructure. Don't just buy a house--acquire your own piece of the California desert skyline.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Affordable Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
Not Applicable · 29 Palms · Single Family Residence
Listed 44.0% above the median closed sale of $125,000. Price per sqft ($375) is a 49% premium to closed comps ($251). Closed comps sold at 78% of list — buyers have negotiating leverage. Expect a longer timeline — comps averaged 161 days on market.
Price Position
Positioned above the market — commands a premium.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5226 Henry Road | 29 Palms | 1957 | 1 | 1 | 480 | 217,800 | $415 | $199,000 | 143 | 89 |
| 6691 El Rey Avenue | 29 Palms | 1952 | 1 | 1 | 400 | 6,962 | $375 | $150,000 | 13 | 87 |
| 67550 Del Oro Road | 29 Palms | 1957 | 1 | 1 | 560 | 108,900 | $277 | $154,900 | 20 | 86 |
| 84753 Eddie Albert | 29 Palms | 1957 | 1 | 1 | 460 | 217,800 | $426 | $196,000 | 59 | 86 |
| 7561 Saladin Avenue | 29 Palms | 1947 | 1 | 1 | 592 | 8,100 | $336 | $199,000 | 26 | 85 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 1.0 | 1.0 | 498.4 | 111,912.4 | $365.8 | $179,780 | 52.2 | |||
| Median | 480 | $196,000 | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84951 Eddie Albert | 29 Palms | 1959 | 06/16/2026 | 1 | 1 | 400 | 217,800 | $129,000 | $125,000 | $312 | 0.97 | 116 | 84 |
| 3415 Gammel Road | 29 Palms | 1957 | 08/24/2026 | 0 | 0 | 480 | 217,800 | $60,000 | $32,608 | $68 | 0.54 | 274 | 83 |
| 80918 Brown | 29 Palms | 1959 | 05/14/2026 | 1 | 1 | 408 | 217,800 | $219,000 | $219,000 | $537 | 1.00 | 62 | 80 |
| 71824 Cove View Road | 29 Palms | 1959 | 06/11/2026 | 0 | 0 | 508 | 217,800 | $34,999 | $15,000 | $30 | 0.43 | 231 | 77 |
| 84320 Mccombie | 29 Palms | 1959 | 09/03/2026 | 1 | 1 | 650 | 217,800 | $205,000 | $200,000 | $308 | 0.98 | 122 | 75 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 0.6 | 0.6 | 489.2 | 217,800 | $118,321.6 | $118,321.6 | $251 | — | 161 | ||||
| Median | 480 | $125,000 | $125,000 | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.