1834 E Carson Mesa Road
Palmdale, CA, 93550
$699,999
Original list price: $769,000
MLS: V1-35733
Beds
2
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,200
Lot
5.04 ac
Year Built
1952
MLS #
V1-35733
Days on Market
210
Listed
Apr 10, 2026
Description
FIVE ACRES OF FREEDOM -- YOUR EQUESTRIAN RETREAT WITH AN LA CONNECTIONTrade congestion, crowded neighborhoods and limited space for something increasingly hard to find in Los Angeles County--room to breathe, room for your horses, and room to create the lifestyle you've been dreaming about.Welcome to 1834 E. Carson Mesa Road, a unique five-acre horse property positioned between Acton and Palmdale. Here, you can enjoy the freedom of high-desert living while remaining connected to Los Angeles by road or rail.The custom-built home blends rustic character with contemporary touches, highlighted by a dramatic hand-laid stone chimney, expansive windows and panoramic desert views. French doors open to a spacious concrete patio, creating an inviting setting for morning coffee, weekend gatherings or relaxing beneath spectacular high-desert sunsets and star-filled skies.For the equestrian enthusiast, five acres provide valuable space for horses, riding, turnout and future possibilities, subject to applicable zoning and permits. The property also features a 25' x 40' garage/workshop, offering exceptional space for equipment, vehicles, tack, hobbies and projects. A dedicated RV site with hookups provides convenient accommodations for guests and adds even more flexibility to this versatile property.A private well and septic system add to the property's self-sufficient rural character, while the generous acreage provides the space and privacy that are increasingly difficult to find closer to the LA basin.And then there's the connection to Los Angeles. The Vincent Grade/Acton Metrolink station is approximately 2.3 miles away from this lovely home, offering an alternative to the daily drive with a 1.5 hour train ride to the Downtown Burbank station for as little as $9-$13. The train provides a convenient way to connect with the LA area for those who need to commute into the city, or a way to escape the big city periodically. By car, the 14 Freeway provides access from the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles, with additional routes available through the Angeles National Forest.For the LA County horse owner ready for more land, more privacy and more freedom, this is an opportunity to step outside the congestion without stepping away from the city. Bring your horses, your RV, your workshop projects and your vision--and create your own five-acre retreat.
Location
Palmdale, Los Angeles County, CA 93550
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Christie Neal · Realty ONE Group Summit
Listing information is provided courtesy of the Greater Antelope Valley Association of Realtors (GAVAR) and California Regional MLS (CRMLS). Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or by Mike Watson. All data, including square footage, lot size, room count, permits, and school assignment, should be independently verified. Properties shown may be listed by brokerages other than Keller Williams Realty. Listings are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal without notice.
Payment estimate
$5,559
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $70,000 · Loan: $629,999
Average 30-yr fixed rate 7.18% as of Nov 5, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $4,268
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $729
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $262
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Today's Rates
As of Nov 5, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 7.18%
- 15-year fixed
- 6.57%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
About the area · Mike Watson
Palmdale, CA in context
Palmdale fits buyers who want Plant 42 access, west-side foothill streets in 93551, or east-of-the-14 value. The side of town matters more than the city slogan. Anaverde and Rancho Vista share 93551 and do not share the same HOA or tax bill. Central Palmdale is 93550. East Palmdale includes 93552 and 93591. Mike Watson, Keller Williams in Palmdale, DRE #01712313, licensed since 2005, prices those pockets separately. Open the west or east hub first. If Edwards is also in the household, use the two-gate housing guide next to the Plant 42 page. If you are evaluating homes in Palmdale, Mike Watson lives and works the Palmdale market every day. He pairs this listing with a free market analysis for your specific street, an honest read on the financing options that fit (FHA, VA, USDA, CalHFA, conventional, and assumable when the loan supports it), and a side-by-side compare against the rest of the active inventory in the area.
Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Palmdale home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $24,500 down. FHA loans feature flexible credit guidelines and government-backed rates, making homeownership accessible for buyers who haven't saved a large down payment. Seller concessions up to 6% of the purchase price are also allowed.
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