Upper Friendly Hills (DC615) Homes with City Lights View

Welcome to Upper Friendly Hills, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of California! This enchanting community is renowned for its stunning city lights views that twinkle like stars against the backdrop of a serene hillside. With its picturesque landscapes and tranquil ambiance, Upper Friendly Hills offers a perfect blend of suburban charm and urban convenience.

As you explore this vibrant neighborhood, you'll discover a variety of homes that cater to diverse lifestyles. From modern architectural designs to classic ranch-style residences, there's something for everyone in Upper Friendly Hills. Many homes are strategically positioned to take full advantage of the breathtaking panoramic views, allowing residents to enjoy the mesmerizing city lights that illuminate the night sky.

Upper Friendly Hills is not just about the homes; it's about the lifestyle. The region boasts a tight-knit community where neighbors become friends and every corner feels welcoming. Enjoy leisurely strolls through beautifully landscaped parks, or take a short drive to nearby shopping and dining options that showcase the best of California's culinary scene. For outdoor enthusiasts, the surrounding hills offer numerous hiking trails and recreational opportunities, making it easy to embrace an active lifestyle.

In Upper Friendly Hills, you’ll find more than just a house; you'll find a place to call home. Whether you’re sipping morning coffee on your patio while watching the sunrise or hosting friends for an evening gathering with city lights as your backdrop, this community offers an idyllic living experience that is truly one-of-a-kind. Come and discover the magic of Upper Friendly Hills—where your dream home awaits!

Newest Upper Friendly Hills (DC615) Homes with City Lights View

$349,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ JT26191315 MLS

Beautifully Maintained Joshua Tree Home Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Joshua Tree’s desirable Friendly Hills area. Situated on nearly half an acre with scenic desert views, this inviting property offers plenty of space and privacy. Recent updates include a newer roof, water heater, windows, fresh interior and exterior paint, and a brand-new water filtration system. A charming covered rear patio provides the perfect spot for outdoor dining, entertaining, or relaxing under the desert sky. Just minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, Pappy & Harriet’s, and downtown Joshua Tree’s farmers market, shops, restaurants, and galleries, this home offers an ideal combination of comfort, location, and classic High Desert living.

60796 Natoma Trail, Joshua Tree

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Sandra Boldt (sanboldt@yahoo.com) from Listing Office: Cherie Miller & Associates.

$490,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ JT26160189 MLS

This gorgeous home is all about the views! Perched high up in Joshua Tree's Friendly Hills area, you have stunning views of Joshua Tree and the surrounding mountains. From the back yard, enjoy spectacular boulder views from the hills running behind this residential area. Home is open concept with vaulted ceilings to add to the space. Features include both living room and family rooms with a two sided fireplace in between. Kitchen is absolutely beautiful with huge center island, breakfast bar, granite counters and plenty of cabinetry. All four bedrooms are good sized, with one near the living area perfect for an office or library. Master bedroom has a great walk in closet with a wonderful kit installed. Back yard is quite large and mostly private space. There is a laundry room off the garage. Home has solar lease currently appx $250/month and will be complete in 7 years.

61053 Sandalwood, Joshua Tree

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Karen Lowe (karen@inspirerealestate.org) from Listing Office: Inspire Real Estate.

$225,000

219149763PS MLS

Rare 2.49-acre ridgeline estate parcel in Joshua Tree's coveted Upper Friendly Hills neighborhood. Perched approximately 860 feet above the Joshua Tree Village. This exceptional homesite commands breathtaking panoramic views stretching for miles across the Morongo Basin. Enjoy spectacular city lights, fiery desert sunsets, star-filled nights, and dramatic vistas of towering boulder gardens that define the area's world-famous landscape.Surrounded by luxury residences and million-dollar designer homes, this is one of the most desirable development opportunities currently available in Joshua Tree. The expansive acreage offers privacy, serenity, and room to create a signature architectural statement. Ideal for a modern desert retreat, contemporary compound, or high-end vacation rental. Inspiring views of Mt. Bartlett, Sawtooth Ridge, Bunker Mountain, Mt. Nebo, the Bullion Mountains, Copper Mountain, and the rugged peaks of the Little San Bernardino Mountain Range.Beautiful mature Joshua Trees dot the land, providing a timeless high-desert ambiance. The parcel backs to a natural wash that winds toward Joshua Tree National Park, creating the feeling of your own private trail into a magical wilderness of hidden valleys, granite monoliths, and ancient boulder formations. The Joshua Tree National Park boundary lies approximately 400 feet away, offering an extraordinary connection to protected open space while maintaining convenient access to town.Paved road frontage with water, electricity, and communication infrastructure along the street. Upper Friendly Hills is among Joshua Tree's most sought-after enclaves, drawing architects, creatives, and luxury homebuyers inspired by the region's spectacular scenery. The neighborhood has gained national recognition for its collection of sophisticated custom residences, where innovative contemporary architecture harmonizes with the surrounding desert terrain.Only 8 minutes (3.7 miles) to the Joshua Tree Village for organic cafes, restaurants, boutiques, galleries, and the popular farmers market. Just 13 minutes (7.1 miles) to the main entrance of Joshua Tree National Park. Approximately 49 minutes (37.9 miles) to Palm Springs.A rare opportunity to build an iconic desert residence on one of Joshua Tree's most inspiring view parcels. APN: 0588-181-09-0000. Address is real. Buyers should verify all utilities, zoning, and development requirements with the County and utility providers.Don't Wait - Call Now!

8021 Wesley Road, Joshua Tree

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Faisal Alserri (falserri@gmail.com) from Listing Office: Sharon Rose Realty, Inc..

$699,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ JT26135507 MLS

Located in the desirable Upper Friendly Hills neighborhood of Joshua Tree, this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers elevated desert living just minutes from downtown Joshua Tree and the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park. Set on 1.26 acres with sweeping views of the National Park mountain ridge and city lights, the property blends comfort, privacy, and strong lifestyle appeal. The home features an open living and dining area with French doors leading to a large shaded deck designed to take in the surrounding mountain views. The kitchen includes a pantry and double oven, with a dedicated laundry room connecting directly to the 2-car garage. The large primary suite also opens to the deck through sliding doors and includes a spacious bathroom with double sinks and a beautiful tiled walk-in shower. Outdoor amenities include an in-ground pool, spa, sunken propane fire pit, outdoor shower, electric car charger, and multiple areas for lounging, entertaining, and enjoying the desert landscape. The expansive 1.26-acre lot offers room for future expansion, a pickleball court, additional outdoor amenities, or whatever your imagination calls for. With its location, views, layout, and resort-style outdoor spaces, this property has excellent potential as a primary residence, second home, or short-term rental investment.

61394 Latham Trail, Joshua Tree

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Karla Ruzicki (karla@jtmodern.com) from Listing Office: Joshua Tree Modern.

$750,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ JT26029592 MLS

Your desert oasis awaits you. Relax with beautiful fountains and mountain views located minutes from down town Joshua Tree. This home has two bedroom and two baths with a spacious oasis backyard around fountains, spa and cooling pool in South Central Joshua Tree that is in close proximity (4.4 miles) to the West Joshua Tree National Park Entrance and 1 mile from downtown Joshua Tree. Over one acre with natural desert landscaping provides better enjoyment of the hot tub / spa, and the back patio spaces while admiring the towering wonderland of rocks which rise up majestically just one mile away. Centrally located in South Joshua Tree, this family friendly ranch house on over a full acre and surrounded by breath taking scenery. Enjoy views from windows around the house. There are two bedrooms, one king and one queen. The property has magical views of the Joshua Tree National Park and the Desert View Conservation Area that rise to the east and south. This vacation destination is in a prime location. The home is 6 minutes to four major grocery stores, 6 minutes to the Joshua Tree National Park entrance, and 2 minutes to downtown Joshua Tree. Open the doors to the master bedroom to step out onto the steps and enjoy the hot tub on the desert landscape and the stars at evening. Or enjoy the adjacent cooling pool under a five foot waterfall. Enjoy the natural stonework throughout the back yard. Play horse shoes under light, barbeque, or relax in lounge chairs under a pergola. Sit around the fire pit or the outdoor table where you may open the large scenic gate to see the Joshua Tree basin or close it and enjoy the privacy walls and relax around several fountains of a desert oasis.

61611 Alta Loma Drive, Joshua Tree

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Allen Teets (allenteetsjr@gmail.com) from Listing Office: 29 Palms Realty.

$74,000

JT24046912 MLS

Here is a great lot up in the friendly hills area. .41 of an acre with a paid water meter. Not to many lots like this come up on the market that often. So, don't miss out.

60374 La Mirada Trail, Joshua Tree

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: TONY CIPOLLA (artisttonyc@gmail.com) from Listing Office: Joshua Tree Realty.

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