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Property Description
Embrace the Desert Lifestyle on 5 Scenic Acres in Sky Valley
Step into the heart of desert living with this charming single-story, 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home set on a sprawling 5-acre lot in peaceful Sky Valley. Surrounded by open skies, panoramic mountain views, and the raw beauty of the California desert, this property offers the perfect setting for those looking to reconnect with nature and live a slower, more intentional lifestyle.
Wake up to stunning sunrises over the mountains and spend your evenings under star-filled skies. With ample space for gardening, desert landscaping, or even building your dream retreat, this property invites creativity and self-sufficiency. Whether you're drawn to off-grid living, wellness and healing practices, or simply desire a private sanctuary, this home offers endless potential.
Despite its serene seclusion, you're just a short drive to the essentials in Desert Hot Springs-groceries, gas, and banking-plus quick access to the I-10 Freeway for convenient travel to Palm Springs, Joshua Tree, or beyond.
Whether you're looking to create a desert oasis, start a small hobby, or enjoy wide-open space and silence, this Sky Valley property captures the essence of desert life-peaceful, purposeful, and full of possibility.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 73455 Helms Rd
General
- Sold For: $218,500
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: PW25152423
- Added to Site: 211 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen, Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
Location
- County: Riverside
- Driving Directions: From Dillion Rd head North on Wide Canyon Rd to Helms Rd, then turn Right
School Information
- School District: Palm Springs Unified
Community
- Community Features: Rural
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Entry Location: Front Door
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 771
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1958
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountain(s)
- Lot Size (Acres): 5
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R-1-1 1/4
- Lot Description: Desert in Back, Desert in Front
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $283.4
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Real Estate Owned
- Bank-owned: Yes
Listed by eXp Realty of California Inc, Jason Thorman
Sold by Jessica Jimenez
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Schools
Schools serving 73455 Helms Rd
School District:Palm Springs Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Della S. Lindley Elementary School 31-495 Robert Rd., Thousand Palms, CA 92276 | K-5 | 7 mi |
Desert Springs Middle School 66-755 Two Bunch Palms Trail, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 | 6-8 | 6.9 mi |
Desert Hot Springs High School 65850 Pierson Boulevard, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 | 9-12 | 8.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 73455 Helms Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/24/2025
Sold
$218,500
9.3%
MLS
11/26/2025
Price Reduced
$199,900
-8.51%
MLS
7/08/2025
Listed
$218,500
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
73455 Helms Road, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92241 (MLS# PW25152423) is a Single Family property that was sold at $218,500 on December 24, 2025. Want to learn more about 73455 Helms Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Desert Hot Springs? You can browse all Desert Hot Springs real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

