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A $359K Desert Jungalow With $66K in Reported Gross

Six California finds: colorful desert acreage, LA rental income, and mountain retreats from $295K.

November 04, 2026

Summit & Shore Daily · Wednesday, November 4

A $359K Desert Jungalow With $66K in Reported Gross

This Wednesday, November 4, we’re following the California landscape from central Los Angeles to Joshua Tree country and the wooded Sierra. Today’s Summit & Shore Stays, presented by Josh Stika, pairs reported rental income with distinctive places guests can settle into—from a colorful five-acre jungalow to a cabin minutes from Bass Lake.

6
New homes
$295,000
Starting at
2
With proven revenue
152 N Benton Way, Los Angeles, CA 90026
No. 1 · Los Angeles, CA

Room to Gather in LA

152 N Benton Way, Los Angeles, CA 90026

Listed at $1,345,000, 152 N Benton Way offers six bedrooms and four baths on an expansive corner lot in central Los Angeles. Renovated inside and out in September 2026, the 2,278-square-foot home suits large households and group stays, with the option to take delivery vacant or with current tenants.

Price
$1,345,000
Beds / Baths
6 / 4
Sq ft
2,278
$ / sq ft
$590
Stated revenue
$108,000/yr
Gross yield
8.0%
◆Six bedrooms, four baths
◆September 2026 renovation
◆Vacant or tenant-occupied delivery
The investor angleReported current rent of $9,000 per month equates to $108,000 annually, approximately 8.0% of the $1,345,000 asking price before expenses.
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74074 Starlight Dr, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277
No. 2 · Twentynine Palms, CA

Dark Skies, Wide Desert Views

74074 Starlight Dr, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277
2.5 acres

At $415,000, 74074 Starlight Dr places a remodeled two-bedroom retreat on 2.5 acres above Twentynine Palms, with sweeping views toward Joshua Tree National Park and the Pinto Basin Mountains. Shaded patios, a private hot tub, and an outdoor movie setup make this a natural fit for hikers, photographers, and travelers who want their evenings under the stars.

Price
$415,000
Beds / Baths
2 / 1
Sq ft
1,550
$ / sq ft
$268
◆2.5 acres with sweeping views
◆Private hot tub and outdoor shower
◆Park entrance about five minutes away
The investor angleAlready operating as a short-term rental, this retreat pairs proximity to the park entrance with private outdoor amenities, though no rental revenue is provided.
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79361 Port Royal Ave, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203
No. 3 · Bermuda Dunes, CA

Poolside Polish in Bermuda Dunes

79361 Port Royal Ave, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203
0.2089 acres

The $600,000 home at 79361 Port Royal Ave combines an upgraded interior with a recently refinished pebble-finish pool and spa just north of Bermuda Dunes Country Club. Its three bedrooms and two baths suit family getaways and relaxed entertaining, while the front yard still needs attention—the listing’s first photo is an AI-generated vision, not its current appearance.

Price
$600,000
Beds / Baths
3 / 2
Sq ft
1,630
$ / sq ft
$368
◆Private pebble-finish pool and spa
◆Upgraded interior with high-end finishes
◆Three bedrooms, two baths
The investor angleThe listing reports an established short-term-rental track record, and the private pool and spa support its desert-getaway appeal, but revenue figures are not supplied.
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56345 Moonstone Ln, Yucca Valley, CA 92284
No. 4 · Yucca Valley, CA

Five Acres of Colorful Escape

56345 Moonstone Ln, Yucca Valley, CA 92284
5 acres

Coral + Cactus at 56345 Moonstone Ln is a $359,000, one-bedroom jungalow set among Joshua trees on five acres in Yucca Valley’s Flamingo Heights. Hand-painted floors and oversized windows give the 640-square-foot interior its character, while a patio larger than the home, hanging beds, and a pizza oven invite couples to spend much of their stay outside.

Price
$359,000
Beds / Baths
1 / 1
Sq ft
640
$ / sq ft
$561
Stated revenue
$66,000/yr
Gross yield
18.4%
◆Five acres in Flamingo Heights
◆Cowboy tub pool and hot tub
◆Pizza oven and hanging beds
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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35974 Sierra Linda Dr, Wishon, CA 93669
No. 5 · Wishon, CA

Forest Mornings Near Bass Lake

35974 Sierra Linda Dr, Wishon, CA 93669

At $295,000, 35974 Sierra Linda Dr offers a cozy two-bedroom, one-bath Wishon cabin with a loft and a spacious mountain-view deck. Large windows bring the wooded setting into the open living area, making this an inviting base for families spending their days on Bass Lake or exploring the Sierra.

Price
$295,000
Beds / Baths
2 / 1
Sq ft
843
$ / sq ft
$350
◆Two bedrooms plus a loft
◆Spacious deck with mountain views
◆Minutes from Bass Lake boat launch
The investor angleAn established vacation-rental history and proximity to Bass Lake’s boat launch and Millers Landing Resort anchor the rental appeal, although no income figures are provided.
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1310 Malabar Way, Big Bear City, CA 92314
No. 6 · Big Bear City, CA

Spread Out Beneath the Pines

1310 Malabar Way, Big Bear City, CA 92314

Listed at $525,000, 1310 Malabar Way brings 2,757 square feet, three bedrooms, and three baths to a mountain retreat in Big Bear City. A wood-burning fireplace anchors the open living area, while the updated kitchen and expansive deck suit families and friends gathering after a day of mountain recreation.

Price
$525,000
Beds / Baths
3 / 3
Sq ft
2,757
$ / sq ft
$190
◆2,757 square feet
◆Wood-burning fireplace and updated kitchen
◆Expansive deck and spacious garage
The investor angleAt a listed $190 per square foot, the home offers substantial gathering space near year-round recreation, with its rental case resting on size and location rather than supplied income history.
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