Property Attributes
- MLS#TR26101917
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyRiverside
- CityMountain Center
- Area Mountain Center
- Zip92561
- Style
- Year Built1965
- Price$ 435,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1367
- Lot Size0.26 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description
Private Mountain Retreat Near Lake Hemet – Escape the Desert Heat and Busy City Life! Enjoy peaceful mountain living in this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-story home at Thomas Mountain Village in beautiful Garner Valley. Situated at 4,500 ft elevation on a ¼-acre lot, this 1,367 sq ft home offers cooler summers, mild winters, and easy access to outdoor recreation while remaining within driving distance of desert amenities. The open floor plan includes a welcoming great room with wood-burning stove, back annex area, cozy dining area, and kitchen. The home features wood floors, spacious bedrooms with ceiling fans, and a dedicated laundry room with washer, dryer, sink, and storage. The spa-style bathroom includes tile floors, a tiled shower and granite countertops. Updates include: • Bosch dishwasher, induction stove, range hood, garbage disposal (2020) • New roof (2022) • Bathroom and all plumbing updated in 2008 Outside, the park-like backyard offers privacy, mature trees, and space to relax, garden or store your RV. The property also includes two storage sheds, one large enough for single-car garage storage. Additional features include: • RV sewer hookup near driveway • Exterior electrical outlets front and back • No Homeowners Association - you will be part owner of a water company • Furnishings available at no extra cost if desired Location Highlights: • 5 minutes to Lake Hemet for fishing, kayaking, and picnicking • 20 minutes to Idyllwild shops and restaurants • Miles of quiet, paved residential roads ideal for biking and strolling the neighborhoods • Nearby hiking trails and access to the Pacific Crest Trail Enjoy a peaceful mountain retreat while still being within reach of desert cities. Approximate Drive Times: • Palm Desert – 40 minutes • Idyllwild – 20 minutes • Temecula – about 1 hour • San Diego – about 2 hours Perfect as a full-time home or weekend escape from the desert heat and the hustle/bustle of city life. Why buy an expensive Garner Valley Estates home when you can get an affordable option in the same location with no HOA.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 5/20/2026 | Listed $454,000 |
| 7/28/2026 | 4$435,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1367 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Heating | Central,Propane,Wood,Wood Stove |
| Cooling | None |
| Utilities | Cable Available,Cable Connected,Electricity Available,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Not Available,Propane,Sewer Connected,Water Available,Water Connected,Overhead Utilities |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Appliances | Convection Oven,Dishwasher,Electric Cooktop,Electric Oven,Disposal,Microwave,Propane Water Heater,Refrigerator,Range Hood,Vented Exhaust Fan,Dryer,Washer |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered,Deck,Wood |
| Pool Features | None |
| Security Features | Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Smoke Detector(s) |
| Year Built | 1965 |
| View | Neighborhood,Trees/Woods |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Community Features | Biking,Fishing,Hiking,Hunting,Lake,Mountainous,Rural,Valley,Water Sports |
| Accessibility | Safe Emergency Egress from Home,No Stairs |
| County | Riverside |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Other Structures | Shed(s),Storage |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Special Listing Conditions | Standard |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Take Hwy 74 to Garner Valley, go 4 miles north of Hwy 371 and 1/4 mile south from fire station at Morris Ranch Road. Turn onto Courtesy Drive (there is a real estate office on the corner). Drive past Donna Mae street, the house is on the left. |
| City | Mountain Center |
| Entry Location | 1 |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| High School District | Hemet Unified |
| Number Of Units Total | 1 |
| MLS Area | MNTC - Mountain Center |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 11325.6 |
| Listing Terms | Submit |
| Spa Features | Bath |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Current Financing | None |
| Property Condition | Updated/Remodeled |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | false |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlW_tDw3xCA |
| Structure Type | House |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| Tax Lot | 15 |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1iqfr9l3edc |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | MOUNTAIN CENTER |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Breakfast Bar,Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Furnished,Granite Counters,Living Room Deck Attached,Pull Down Attic Stairs,Recessed Lighting,Storage,Tile Counters,Wired for Data,Attic,Bedroom on Main Level |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Tile,Vinyl,Wood |
| Fireplace Features | Blower Fan,Great Room,Raised Hearth,Wood Burning |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | false |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Laundry Features | Washer Hookup,Inside,Laundry Room,Propane Dryer Hookup |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 2 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 1 |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Total Baths | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Rain Gutters |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Block,Chain Link,Privacy,Wood |
| Parking Features | Driveway,Gravel,Gated,Pull-through,RV Hook-Ups,RV Access/Parking,On Street,Unpaved |
| Lot Features | 0-1 Unit/Acre,Back Yard,Drip Irrigation/Bubblers,Front Yard,Garden,Gentle Sloping,Sprinklers In Rear,Sprinklers In Front,Landscaped,Rectangular Lot,Sloped Up,Trees |
| Water Source | Private,See Remarks,Shared Well |
| Lot Size Area | 0.26 |
| Spa | true |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.26 |
| Private Pool | false |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Door Features | Mirrored Closet Door(s),Sliding Doors |
| Road Frontage Type | County Road |
| Other Equipment | Satellite Dish |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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