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Five Desert Acres, $66K Gross—and a Bass Lake Escape
Six California finds, from a $295K mountain cabin to a six-bedroom LA home with current rental income.
Summit & Shore Daily · Tuesday, November 3 Five Desert Acres, $66K Gross—and a Bass Lake EscapeThis Tuesday, November 3, Summit & Shore Stays heads from central Los Angeles to wide-open desert patios and wooded Sierra decks. Presented by agent Josh Stika, today’s six California picks pair distinctive guest appeal with reported rental income, generous space, or an inviting location.
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No. 1 · Los Angeles, CA Room to Gather in LA152 N Benton Way, Los Angeles, CA 90026 At $1,345,000, 152 N Benton Way brings six bedrooms, four baths, and 2,278 square feet to an expansive corner lot in central Los Angeles. Renovated inside and out in September 2026, the furnished, turnkey home suits larger groups and buyers seeking flexibility: it can be delivered vacant or with current tenants.
The investor angleThe stated $9,000 monthly rent annualizes to $108,000, approximately 8.0% of the $1,345,000 asking price before expenses—not a net return.
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No. 2 · Twentynine Palms, CA Dark Skies and Desert Cinema74074 Starlight Dr, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277 2.5 acres Listed at $415,000, 74074 Starlight Drive sits above Twentynine Palms on 2.5 acres, with sweeping views toward Joshua Tree National Park and the Pinto Basin Mountains. The remodeled two-bedroom retreat pairs shaded patios and an outdoor movie setup with a private hot tub—an inviting base for hikers, photographers, and stargazers.
The investor angleAlready operating as a short-term rental, this retreat draws its investment appeal from open-desert privacy and a park entrance approximately five minutes away by car; revenue figures are not provided.
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No. 3 · Bermuda Dunes, CA Poolside Polish in Bermuda Dunes79361 Port Royal Ave, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203 0.2089 acres At $600,000, 79361 Port Royal Avenue offers three bedrooms, two baths, and an upgraded interior just north of Bermuda Dunes Country Club. A recently refinished pebble-finish pool and spa anchor the backyard for relaxation and entertaining, while the front yard still needs attention; the listing’s first photo is an AI-generated vision, not its current condition.
The investor angleThe listing reports a successful STR history without revenue figures, leaving the private pool, spa, and Bermuda Dunes location as the concrete rental draws to evaluate.
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No. 4 · Yucca Valley, CA Five Acres of Desert Color56345 Moonstone Ln, Yucca Valley, CA 92284 5 acres Coral + Cactus, listed at $359,000 on Moonstone Lane in Yucca Valley, is a colorful one-bedroom retreat on five Joshua Tree-filled acres in Flamingo Heights. Hand-painted floors and oversized windows give the 640-square-foot interior character, while a patio larger than the home adds hanging beds, a pizza oven, and room for lingering outdoors—well suited to a couple’s desert escape.
The investor angleReported 2025 gross income of $66,000 equals approximately 18.4% of the $359,000 asking price before expenses, with another $50,000 gross reported year to date as of October 1, 2026.
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No. 5 · Wishon, CA Forest Mornings Near Bass Lake35974 Sierra Linda Dr, Wishon, CA 93669 Listed at $295,000, 35974 Sierra Linda Drive in Wishon is a two-bedroom, one-bath cabin with a loft, tucked into a peaceful wooded setting minutes from Bass Lake. Large windows bring the forest atmosphere into the open living space, and a spacious mountain-view deck gives families a place to gather after lake days.
The investor angleWith an established vacation-rental history but no supplied revenue, the investment case centers on proximity to Bass Lake’s boat launch and Millers Landing Resort, plus access to the broader Sierra.
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No. 6 · Big Bear City, CA Spread Out Beneath the Pines1310 Malabar Way, Big Bear City, CA 92314 At $525,000, 1310 Malabar Way offers 2,757 square feet with three bedrooms and three baths in Big Bear City. A wood-burning fireplace anchors the open living area, while an updated kitchen and expansive deck make this a comfortable fit for families seeking room to gather between mountain outings.
The investor angleWith no rental revenue supplied, the appeal rests on generous gathering space, parking, and proximity to year-round recreation rather than an established income case.
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