Private Mountain Retreat Near Lake Hemet – Escape the Desert Heat and Busy City Life! Enjoy peaceful mountain living in this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-story home at Thomas Mountain Village in beautiful Garner Valley. Situated at 4,500 ft elevation on a ¼-acre lot, this 1,367 sq ft home offers cooler summers, mild winters, and easy access to outdoor recreation while remaining within driving distance of desert amenities. The open floor plan includes a welcoming great room with wood-burning stove, back annex area, cozy dining area, and kitchen. The home features wood floors, spacious bedrooms with ceiling fans, and a dedicated laundry room with washer, dryer, sink, and storage. The spa-style bathroom includes tile floors, a tiled shower and granite countertops. Updates include: • Bosch dishwasher, induction stove, range hood, garbage disposal (2020) • New roof (2022) • Bathroom and all plumbing updated in 2008 Outside, the park-like backyard offers privacy, mature trees, and space to relax, garden or store your RV. The property also includes two storage sheds, one large enough for single-car garage storage. Additional features include: • RV sewer hookup near driveway • Exterior electrical outlets front and back • No Homeowners Association – you will be part owner of a water company • Furnishings available at no extra cost if desired Location Highlights: • 5 minutes to Lake Hemet for fishing, kayaking, and picnicking • 20 minutes to Idyllwild shops and restaurants • Miles of quiet, paved residential roads ideal for biking and strolling the neighborhoods • Nearby hiking trails and access to the Pacific Crest Trail Enjoy a peaceful mountain retreat while still being within reach of desert cities. Approximate Drive Times: • Palm Desert – 40 minutes • Idyllwild – 20 minutes • Temecula – about 1 hour • San Diego – about 2 hours Perfect as a full-time home or weekend escape from the desert heat and the hustle/bustle of city life. Why buy an expensive Garner Valley Estates home when you can get an affordable option in the same location with no HOA.
Property Details
Price:
$435,000
MLS #:
TR26101917
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
1
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
mntcmountaincenter
Listed Date:
May 20, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,367
Lot Size:
11,326 sqft / 0.26 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1965
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Schools
School District:
Hemet Unified
Interior
Appliances
Convection Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Propane Water Heater, Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Heating
Wood, Propane, Central, Wood Stove
Interior Features
Wired for Data, Furnished, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Living Room Deck Attached, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Tile Counters, Granite Counters
Laundry Features
Inside, Laundry Room, Propane Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Washer Included, Dryer Included
Levels
One
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Exterior
Accessibility Features
2+ Access Exits, No Interior Steps
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Community Features
Valley, Watersports, Rural, Biking, Hiking, Fishing, Mountainous, Lake, Hunting
Exterior Features
Rain Gutters, Satellite Dish
Fencing
Block, Chain Link, Wood, Privacy
Lot Features
Sprinklers Drip System, Rectangular Lot, 0-1 Unit/Acre, Wooded, Utilities – Overhead, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Rear, Gentle Sloping, Front Yard, Back Yard, Sprinklers In Front, Garden, Up Slope from Street
Open Parking YN
1
Other Structures
Storage, Shed(s)
Parking Features
Pull-through, Gravel, Gated, RV Access/Parking, RV Hook-Ups, Driveway, Unpaved, On Street
Patio And Porch Features
Covered, Wood, Deck
Security Features
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Spa Features
Bath
Stories
1
View
Trees/Woods, Neighborhood
Financial
Map
Community
- Address59307 Courtesy Drive Mountain Center CA
- CityMountain Center
- CountyRiverside
- Zip Code92561
Subdivisions in Mountain Center
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Mountain Center as of Oct 19, 2026
21
Single Family Listed
109
Avg DOM
381
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,055,752
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 59307 Courtesy Drive Mountain Center CA is a Single Family for sale in Mountain Center, CA, 92561. It is listed for $435,000 and features 2 beds, 1 baths, and has approximately 1,367 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1965. The current price per square foot is $318. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Mountain Center is $381. The average listing price for Single Family in Mountain Center is $1,055,752.
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