Own a rare piece of Twentynine Palms history with the Bellem Adobe, a one-of-a-kind historic adobe home featured in Pat Rimmington’s The Adobes of 29 Palms. Set on 1.2 acres of desert landscape, this thoughtfully maintained residence blends authentic character, craftsmanship, and modern comfort in a way that feels both timeless and inviting. Inside, the home offers three bedrooms and two baths, including a fully finished basement bedroom with its own fireplace—perfect as a cozy guest retreat, studio, office, or creative hideaway. The living room makes a memorable impression with open-beam ceilings, a custom fireplace, and a working heatilator, creating a warm and distinctive gathering space. Custom real-wood cabinetry throughout the home adds depth and personality, while the kitchen’s hand-painted cabinet artwork brings a charming artistic touch rarely found in today’s homes. Comfort has been carefully considered with both evaporative cooling and modern mini-split systems. Outdoors, the property offers a one-car garage, two storage sheds, mature landscaping, RV parking with electrical and sewer hookups, and generous open space ready for your vision—whether you imagine a pool, garden, art studio, workshop, additional outdoor living areas, or a peaceful desert retreat. Located just minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, expansive Bureau of Land Management public lands, and the shops and restaurants of Twentynine Palms and Joshua Tree, the Bellem Adobe offers history, character, privacy, and possibility in one unforgettable package. Homes with this much soul are truly rare—come experience the charm and potential of the Bellem Adobe for yourself.
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,645
Lot Size
52,272 sqft
Year Built
1942
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
3
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
1
MLS #
JT26127074
Interior Features
Beamed Ceilings, Block Walls, Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room
Flooring
See Remarks, Tile
Fireplace
Bonus Room, Living Room
Accessibility
Parking
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Laundry
Laundry Closet
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Cooling
Ductless, Dual, Evaporative Cooling, Zoned
Heating
Ductless, Zoned
Total Parking Spaces
1
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Circular Driveway, Driveway, Rv Hook Ups, Rv Access Parking
Patio & Porch
Rear Porch, Covered, Patio
Fencing
Block, Stone, Wrought Iron
Security
Closed Circuit Cameras
Construction
Adobe, Brick
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Mixed, Tile
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot
Sewer
Septic Tank
Water Source
Public
Near National Forest, Preserve Public Land
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Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Flood Risk
Minimal — not in a FEMA flood zone
Wildfire Risk
Moderate — near wildland-urban interface
Heat Risk
Low — moderate summer temperatures
Earthquake Risk
Southern California seismic zone
Based on price, location, and features
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