Investment Opportunity in the Heart of Twentynine Palms! Welcome to 71995 Samarkand Drive — a duplex property located in an established residential neighborhood offering excellent potential for investors, owner-occupants, vacation rental strategies, or multi-generational living. One unit has already been updated with…Investment Opportunity in the Heart of Twentynine Palms! Welcome to 71995 Samarkand Drive — a duplex property located in an established residential neighborhood offering excellent potential for investors, owner-occupants, vacation rental strategies, or multi-generational living. One unit has already been updated with modern mini-split heating and cooling, fresh paint, and improved comfort features, creating a move-in-ready feel while still leaving room for future upside. The property includes a garage with potential for conversion into an ADU (buyer to verify with City of Twentynine Palms), opening the door for additional rental income, guest quarters, artist studio space, or extended family living. With growing demand for housing near Joshua Tree National Park and the Marine Corps Base, properties with flexible-use possibilities continue to attract attention in the High Desert market.
Located just minutes from the north entrance of Joshua Tree National Park, Twentynine Palms continues to gain popularity as both a tourism and lifestyle destination known for its hiking, rock climbing, dark skies, art scene, and desert beauty.
Nearby attractions and destinations include:
Approx. 10–15 minutes to the North Entrance of Joshua Tree National Park and Visitor Center at Freedom Plaza
Approx. 15 minutes to Indian Cove Campground and world-famous rock climbing areas
Approx. 10 minutes to downtown Twentynine Palms restaurants, murals, local art galleries, and the Saturday Farmers Market at Freedom Plaza
Approx. 15 minutes to Tortoise Rock Casino for dining, entertainment, and concerts
Approx. 20–25 minutes to Joshua Tree Village shops, cafes, and music venues
Approx. 5–10 minutes to the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC), one of the area’s largest employment anchors
Approx. 1 hour to Palm Springs
Approx. 2.5–3 hours to Los Angeles or Orange County
Twentynine Palms has become increasingly recognized as the quieter, less congested gateway to Joshua Tree National Park, attracting visitors, artists, outdoor enthusiasts, and remote workers seeking space, affordability, and desert charm.
Whether you are looking to expand your investment portfolio, live in one unit while renting the other, or explore future ADU possibilities, this duplex offers flexibility, location, and opportunity in one of the High Desert’s fastest-growing destination areas.
Facts & Features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 0
Cooling
Cooling: Evaporative Cooling, Electric
Appliances
Laundry: Outside
Features
Flooring: Tile
Has fireplace: No
Interior area
Total interior livable area: 1,600 sqft
Property
Parking
Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Carport, Detached Carport
Garage spaces: 2
Features
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Concrete, Porch
Has private pool: No
Has view: Yes
View features: Desert, Valley
Lot
Size: 0.29 Acres
Features: Zero To One Unit Acre
Details
Parcel number: 0612282020000
Construction
Type & style
Home type: Residential
Architectural style: Mid Century Modern
Property subtype: Duplex
Materials
Stucco
Condition
Year built: 1960
Location
Mike Zwarg
Broker / Owner
951-528-0626 mike@mzhomes.us
Listing Office: Cindy Mark Realty · Listing Agent: Cindy Mark · 760-285-4911 · CRMLS
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