72425 Cactus Drive
29 Palms, CA, 92277
$180,000
MLS: 219149817DA
Beds
1
Baths
1
Sq Ft
480
Lot
0.16 ac
Year Built
1951
MLS #
219149817DA
Days on Market
48
Listed
Jul 1, 2026
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.
Location
29 Palms, San Bernardino County, CA 92277
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Arthur Cervantes · Arthur Cervantes Properties
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
$1,597
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $18,000 · Loan: $162,000
Average 30-yr fixed rate 6.67% as of Aug 13, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $1,042
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $188
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $68
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Today's Rates
As of Aug 13, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.67%
- 15-year fixed
- 5.96%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
About the area · Mike Watson
About the Antelope Valley
The Antelope Valley spans Lancaster, Palmdale, Quartz Hill, Rosamond, Lake Los Angeles, California City, Edwards AFB, and the Plant 42 aerospace corridor. Mike Watson is a lifelong AV resident and the #1 producing individual Realtor in the region by transaction count. Every active listing on this site is paired with a free market analysis tailored to the specific street, honest financing guidance (FHA, VA, USDA, CalHFA, conventional, and assumable loans where the financing supports it), and side-by-side comparisons against the rest of the active inventory in your target ZIP.
Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this 29 Palms home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $6,300 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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