$195,000

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, rest