The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 92277 sells for about $266,366, or $223 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 79 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,342 a month.
ZIP 92277 — Twentynine Palms
The Twentynine Palms housing market is showing signs of stabilization with a modest year-over-year price increase of 4.9%. Demand remains supported by the local military presence, though high inventory levels and longer days on market suggest a balanced environment for buyers and sellers.
This ZIP is well-suited for military personnel, outdoor enthusiasts, and budget-conscious buyers seeking proximity to Joshua Tree National Park and a slower-paced desert lifestyle.
Median prices moved up 4.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 79 days on market with 9.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
10% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.9% · poverty 15.6% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 92277, San Bernardino County CA
Crime rates in Twentynine Palms are generally consistent with regional averages for the High Desert area, though property crime remains a primary concern for local law enforcement.
Schools in the area are primarily served by the Morongo Unified School District, which provides a range of public education options for the local military and civilian population.
The area faces significant wildfire risks common to the Southern California desert and is subject to high-heat climate conditions, impacting insurance availability and premiums.
Economic momentum is heavily tied to the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, which serves as the primary anchor employer and driver of local infrastructure and housing demand.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (California) — Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act Special Parcel Tax Assessment: Levies an annual direct, non-ad valorem special tax directly on the parcel's secured property tax bill to fund designated community infrastructure (e.g., roads, sewer facilities, school facilities, emergency services) and repay municipal debt bonds. State (California) — California Homeowners' Property Tax Exemption: Reduces the taxable assessed value of the qualifying owner-occupied principal residence by $7,000 against the county assessment roll, generating a direct tax savings of approximately $70 annually (computed as $7,000 × 1% base rate). State (California) — California Proposition 13 Ad Valorem Real Property Tax: Establishes a base ad valorem tax rate capped at 1.0% of assessed value plus voter-approved local indebtedness and direct assessments (typically resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.1% to 1.25%).
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents often traveling along Highway 62 toward employment hubs in the Morongo Basin or Palm Springs area.
The area is a gateway to Joshua Tree National Park, offering extensive hiking, rock climbing, and outdoor recreation, alongside local parks and community shopping centers.
The rental market is influenced by the transient military population, leading to consistent demand and rising rent trajectories, with a notable presence of short-term rental investors.
The economy is dominated by the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, with secondary support from tourism related to Joshua Tree National Park and local retail services.
Transportation is almost exclusively via private vehicle, with Highway 62 serving as the primary arterial road connecting the city to the rest of the county.
Development is focused on small-scale residential infill and commercial projects supporting the tourism and military sectors.
The San Bernardino County Assessor manages property valuations, utilizing standard California Proposition 13 assessment rules.
Parcels are subject to various special districts, including water and fire protection districts, which are reflected in annual property tax bills.
Property insurance is increasingly difficult to secure due to wildfire risk, with many residents relying on the California FAIR Plan.
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Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 92277 profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
World-renowned desert park offering hiking, climbing, and stargazing.
Central community park with sports fields, playgrounds, and picnic areas.
Historic gallery showcasing local desert-inspired art.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.