Desert Gold: The Top Airbnb Investment Properties Revealed

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Revel in a Yucca Valley geodesic dome with cowboy pool stargazing, Tucson’s Sonoran sanctuary boasting mountain vistas, and a midcentury eco-haven near Joshua Tree, plus more enchanting properties exclusively shared with Here+ subscribers.

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Today’s Deals

6920 Bonita Ave, Joshua Tree, CA 92252

Why we love it

Earth meets art in this desert marvel: Lisa Starr’s Bonita Domes—a SuperAdobe sanctuary sculpted from local soil and starlight—offers living pods, celestial skylights, and a sunken fire pit for swapping stories under galaxies. Featured in Dwell and AD, this 2-acre compound flirts with $114.9K in bookings, luring design pilgrims and stargazers alike. Dive into the in-ground pool by day, then soak in the spa under Southern California’s darkest skies. Minutes from Joshua Tree’s trails and quirkiest haunts, it’s a creative retreat where “off-grid” feels luxe. Pro tip: The communal spaces double as impromptu art studios.

• $1,100,000

• 5 BR / 2 BA

• 10+ Occupants

• 1,339 sq/ft

💰 Projections

• Average Daily Rate: $583

• Occupancy Rate: 54%

• Projected Revenue: $114,900/yr

• Projected Gross Yield: 10.45%

7515 Rockaway Ave, Yucca Valley, CA 92284

Why we love it

Futuristic flair meets desert serenity: Perched like a geodesic mirage, this dome home dishes out panoramic city-light vistas and cowboy pool soaks under ink-black skies. Already a hot Airbnb with $79.8K projected, it’s turnkey bait for Palm Springs day-trippers and Instagram poets. The open-concept layout ensures even your existential musings come with a view. Bonus: Pioneertown’s honky-tonk vibes are 13 minutes away—hats and boots optional, but highly encouraged.

• $695,000

• 3 BR / 2 BA

• 6+ Occupants

• 2,313 sq/ft

💰 Projections

• Average Daily Rate: $360

• Occupancy Rate: 61%

• Projected Revenue: $79,800/yr

• Projected Gross Yield: 11.48%

3030 N Soldier Trl, Tucson, AZ 85749

Why we love it

Sonoran splendor with a side of luxury: This 1.23-acre sanctuary pairs cathedral wood ceilings and a beehive fireplace with unobstructed mountain vistas. Two primary suites (one with a sunset balcony), a resort-style pool, and wildlife cameos (javelinas included) scream “desert opulence.” Projected to charm $69.7K, it’s Airbnb gold for hikers and sunset chasers. PSA: The Jack-and-Jill bath ensures sibling rivalries stay civil.

• $1,075,000

• 5 BR / 4 BA

• 10+ Occupants

• 3,453 sq/ft

💰 Projections

• Average Daily Rate: $469

• Occupancy Rate: 41%

• Projected Revenue: $69,700/yr

• Projected Gross Yield: 6.48%

4981 Bonmar Rd, Yucca Valley, CA 92284

Why we love it

Midcentury mastery meets green ingenuity: A Harvard architect’s decade-long labor of love, this passive solar haven boasts radiant-heated floors, Douglas fir cabinetry, and floor-to-ceiling park views. At $97.5K projected, it’s a flex for eco-conscious aesthetes. The private pool deck? Ideal for moonlit dips after a day of Joshua Tree adventures. Fun fact: The concrete walls are thicker than your resolve to “unplug.”

• $1,395,000

• 2 BR / 2 BA

• 4+ Occupants

• 1,530 sq/ft

💰 Projections

• Average Daily Rate: $441

• Occupancy Rate: 61%

• Projected Revenue: $97,500/yr

• Projected Gross Yield: 6.99%

3698 Lugar De Padilla, Santa Fe, NM 87507

Why we love it

Adobe elegance with a modern heartbeat: Soaring ceilings, copper counters, and two kiva fireplaces anchor this double-adobe stunner. With $115.1K projected, it’s a Southwestern soirée HQ—host margarita nights on the rooftop deck, then soak in the tub beneath stained concrete floors. The walled patio’s fireplace? Perfect for roasting marshmallows or fending off coyote paparazzi.

• $925,000

• 5 BR / 3 BA

• 10+ Occupants

• 4,454 sq/ft

💰 Projections

• Average Daily Rate: $490

• Occupancy Rate: 64%

• Projected Revenue: $115,100/yr

• Projected Gross Yield: 12.44%

588 Sunview Rd, Joshua Tree, CA 92252

Why we love it

Desert minimalism, dialed to 2024: A 100% 5-star Airbnb with all-new guts (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) and a stargazing deck for cosmic contemplation. At $44.6K projected, it’s a snug fit for park hikers and minimalist nomads. The kicker? Town conveniences are closer than your next existential crisis.

• $375,000

• 0 BR / 1 BA

• 3+ Occupants

• 480 sq/ft

💰 Projections

• Average Daily Rate: $227

• Occupancy Rate: 54%

• Projected Revenue: $44,600/yr

• Projected Gross Yield: 11.89%

13512 N Granite Way, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

Why we love it

Granite grandeur meets desert opulence: This home melts into boulder outcroppings, offering a heated negative-edge pool, spa, and BBQ island with mountain vistas. Flirting with $173.2K in revenue, it’s a luxe Airbnb contender for sunset Instagrammers and multi-gen crews. The chef’s kitchen? So sharp, even the saguaros are jealous. Pro tip: The primary suite’s patio doubles as a sunrise meditation throne.

• $1,325,000

• 4 BR / 5 BA

• 8+ Occupants

• 3,269 sq/ft

💰 Projections

• Average Daily Rate: $723

• Occupancy Rate: 66%

• Projected Revenue: $173,200/yr

• Projected Gross Yield: 13.07%

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