Welcome to this week’s Rob & Kristi Experience Newsletter — your quick dose of local market insights, helpful real estate tips, and community highlights from around the High Desert and Inland Empire. We’re here each week to keep you informed and inspired, whether you’re thinking of buying, selling, or simply loving where you live.

🎉 Happy 91st Birthday to my Dad! 🎉

A special personal note this week — today we’re celebrating my dad turning 91 years young. Happy Birthday, Dad! Wishing you a wonderful day filled with love, family, and lots of smiles.

RealtyDude Featured Home

Hesperia • Amazing Views in Every Direction + Detached Workshop

3 Bed • 3 Bath • 2,384 Sq Ft • Approx. 0.85 Acres • Tri-Level • RV-Style Garage/Workshop

18785 Talisman, Hesperia CA 92345 — custom view home with detached RV-style garage workshop

Fast Facts

Beds

Baths

1980

Built

2,384

Sq Ft • Tri-Level • Approx. 0.85 Acres

✨ Tour It Online

📍 18785 Talisman, Hesperia, CA 92345

💲 List Price: $544,999

Top Highlights

Custom 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath tri-level home with approximately 2,384 sq ft on about 0.85 acres
Amazing views in every direction — enjoy sweeping scenery of the Mojave Riverbed, surrounding mountains, and High Desert horizon from multiple rooms, decks, and balconies
Flexible bonus room off the main living area — ideal for an office, gym, sunroom, or possible 4th-bedroom setup
Detached RV-style garage/workshop with approximately 35' x 24' dimensions, high opening, shelving, and room for real projects
Cozy lower-level family room with open-beam ceiling, wood-burning stove, and access to the patio and garage
Circular driveway, horses allowed, and minutes to Jess Ranch shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences

If you’ve been searching for a property with space, versatility, and amazing views to everywhere you look, this Hesperia home deserves a closer look. Tucked near the end of a quiet street, it offers a peaceful setting with a scenic backdrop that makes the home feel private, open, and distinctly High Desert.

The tri-level layout takes full advantage of the setting, with oversized windows, multiple outdoor living areas, and a spacious primary suite with its own balcony. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee, watching the sunset, or simply taking in the mountain and riverbed views, this property delivers the kind of surrounding scenery that’s hard to duplicate. Add in the detached workshop, circular driveway, and horse property appeal, and you have a rare blend of functionality, privacy, and unforgettable views in every direction.

Note: Buyer to verify all information including square footage, lot size, condition, permitted uses, horse allowances, and all property features.

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Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and subject to change without notice. Buyer to verify all information including square footage, lot size, condition, zoning/uses if applicable, parking, and all property features.

🍳 Local Business Spotlight — Jenny's Country Cookin' & Bakery (Hesperia)

Jenny's Country Cookin' and Bakery in Hesperia California — locally loved family-owned diner and bakery

A family-owned Hesperia diner known for breakfast, lunch favorites, and laid-back hometown comfort. 🍳

Family-Owned Country Diner Bakery

Jenny's Country Cookin' & Bakery — A Cozy Hesperia Favorite for Home-Style Breakfast and Lunch

If you like spotlighting businesses that feel truly woven into the rhythm of local life, Jenny’s Country Cookin’ & Bakery is an easy one to appreciate. It has that classic hometown-diner feel people are always looking for — welcoming, unpretentious, and centered around the kind of hearty breakfast and lunch favorites that keep regulars coming back. Based on the business description, Jenny’s is a family-owned diner with a sizable menu served in a relaxed setting, and that small-town comfort is a big part of what makes it stand out.

This is the kind of place that feels less like a trendy stop and more like a true community staple. Whether someone is craving a laid-back breakfast, a satisfying lunch, or just wants to support a local spot with a familiar feel, Jenny’s seems to fit the bill. In a world full of chains and rushed experiences, there is something refreshing about a local diner that simply feels warm, easygoing, and rooted in the community it serves.

Hours:

Monday–Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Phone:

(760) 947-5514

Address:

11272 G Ave #6, Hesperia, CA 92345

Website:

No standalone website listed

Socials:

Facebook

Hours and details can occasionally change, so it is always smart to double-check before making a special trip.

🏗️ Commercial Property of the Week

Apple Valley Truck Yard Opportunity — Industrial Corner on Waalew Rd

✅ Industrial Zoning 🚛 Truck Yard Friendly 🔥 Reduced Pricing 📍 Corner Parcel

0 Waalew Road, Apple Valley CA 92307 — 3.05 acres industrial land at Waalew Rd & Ramona Rd

Offered At

$160,000

Size + Zoning

3.05 Acres • Industrial

Capacity Concept

Up to ~70 Trucks (layout-dependent)

🎯 THIS WEEK’S OPERATOR PLAY

Need a place to stage a fleet? This is a simple play: secure a truck yard footprint now, then decide whether to add improvements (fencing, lighting, office/storage) as your operation grows.

📍 0 Waalew Road, Apple Valley, CA 92307

Truck yard ready land on an industrial corner: 3.05 acres at the northwest corner of Waalew Rd & Ramona Rd. Flat, usable topography makes it an ideal footprint for a fleet operator who needs room for parking, staging, and maneuvering.

💡 Best Fit: Truck Yard / Fleet Staging

Owner/users who need a yard for tractors, trailers, box trucks, flatbeds, or work vehicles — with a layout concept that can handle upwards of ~70 trucks (configuration dependent). Add fencing/lighting/striping and you’ve got a scalable operation base.

Industrial zoning + flat topography = practical, usable yard potential.
Corner parcel for easier access planning and visibility.
Low basis for operators looking to control yard space instead of leasing.

🔗 See Listing Details 📩 Ask About Yard Setup

Truck capacity is a conceptual estimate and depends on circulation, striping, trailer length, setbacks, and any required improvements. Buyer to verify zoning, utilities, specific plan details, and allowable uses with the Town of Apple Valley. Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; subject to change without notice.

🐾 Adoptable Pet of the Week

Say Hello to Moana 🌺 A Smart, Sweet Pup Ready for Her Forever Home

An adorable 8-week-old Shepherd / Malinois mix with playful energy, alert eyes, and all the makings of an incredible lifelong companion.

Adoptable Pet of the Week: Moana — 8-week-old Shepherd Malinois mix puppy looking for her forever home

Moana • 8 weeks old • Shepherd / Malinois mix • playful • bright • full of promise 🌸

✨ Moana’s Highlights

Just 8 weeks old and already full of personality, curiosity, and playful puppy charm
Shepherd / Malinois mix with the intelligence and loyalty these breeds are known for
Alert, active, and quick to engage — already showing those big-brain working-breed instincts
Will thrive with training, structure, and consistency as she grows
Needs daily exercise and mental stimulation to help her become the best version of herself
Perfect for the right family ready to give her love, guidance, and a lifelong home

Meet Moana, a tiny pup now, but one who looks destined to grow into a smart, active, and deeply loyal companion. She’s playful, bright, and already showing signs of the intelligence and attentiveness that make Shepherd and Malinois mixes so special.

Moana will do best with a family that understands the value of training, structure, daily activity, and mental enrichment. With the right home, guidance, and consistency, she has all the potential to become an incredible partner for years to come.

If you’ve been looking for a puppy with brains, heart, and the kind of spirit that can grow into something truly special, Moana may be your match. Please share her story to help her get seen and find the loving forever home she deserves. 🐶💛

Apply to Adopt Moana 📣 Share Her Story

💛 Help Save More Sweet Souls Like Moana

Rescue work only happens because compassionate people step up. If Moana’s story touched your heart, please consider sharing, adopting, or donating to help We Rescue 4 Pawz continue saving dogs like her.

🐾 Donation Options

Venmo: @werescue2021

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Zelle: werescue4pawz@yahoo.com

PayPal: We Rescue 4 Pawz

Adoption availability and placement details may change. Please visit We Rescue 4 Pawz for the most current information about Moana.

FREE LOCAL HOME BUYER CLASS • High Desert & Inland Empire

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Buying a home can feel overwhelming when you are trying to figure everything out on your own. This class is designed to make the process feel more understandable, more doable, and a lot less intimidating.

This class is for you if…

• You want to buy but are not sure where to start
• You are wondering how much home you can realistically afford
• You want to understand credit, down payment, and lender expectations
• You do not want to waste time looking at homes before you are ready

What you’ll walk away with

• A clearer picture of your buying power
• Better understanding of what lenders look for
• Insight into possible down payment assistance options
• A simple next-step plan tailored to today’s market

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💡 Did You Know?

One of the Best Ways to Smooth Out Your Home Search Starts Before the Showings

Knowing your buying power early can make the home search feel more focused, more confident, and a whole lot less stressful. 🏡✨

Graphic showing four reasons why getting pre-approved can make home buying easier

Getting clear on your buying power early can help make your home search smoother from day one.

One of the best ways to make your home search smoother is starting with a clear understanding of your buying power. When you already know where you stand, it becomes much easier to focus on homes that truly fit your goals instead of wasting time on properties that may not make sense financially.

It also sends a strong message to sellers that you are serious, prepared, and ready to move when the right home comes along. In a competitive market, that can make a real difference.

If you are getting ready to start house hunting, having this step checked off ahead of time can make the entire process feel a lot more confident and a lot less stressful. A little preparation up front can go a long way.

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Thinking about buying soon? Getting clear on your next step now can make everything easier later.

Buying power can vary based on income, debt, credit, down payment, and loan program. A personalized review is the best way to understand your options.

🏛️ Hometown History

Colton Edition

Colton’s “Hub City” nickname has some real Wild West railroad history behind it.

Here’s a Colton fact many locals may have never heard: one of the city’s railroad disputes got so intense in 1883 that Virgil Earp and California’s governor were both involved. Colton had already become an important railroad crossroads, and a fight over which line had the right to cross the other turned into what railroad history calls a “frog war” — a battle over a track crossing. According to local railroad history, Virgil Earp was there guarding the Southern Pacific side while Governor Robert Waterman came in person to help enforce the court order. The crossing was finally installed without bloodshed, but the episode helped cement Colton’s reputation as a true transportation hub — which makes the nickname “Hub City” feel a whole lot more interesting.

Quick takeaway: Colton’s railroad history was dramatic enough to bring both Virgil Earp and a California governor to the same standoff.

Question: Had you ever heard about Colton’s railroad “frog war” before?

Sources: City of Colton / North County Model Railroad Society.

📊 This Week’s Market Snapshot

🏔️ Up the Hill (High Desert)

Apple Valley
Active: 272 Contingent: 30 Pending: 95 Sold (7 days): 16	Median Active Price: $477,500 Median Sold Price: $442,500 Avg DOM: 64
Hesperia
Active: 240 Contingent: 34 Pending: 97 Sold (7 days): 15	Median Active Price: $514,195 Median Sold Price: $488,334 Avg DOM: 64
Victorville
Active: 359 Contingent: 50 Pending: 143 Sold (7 days): 12	Median Active Price: $469,000 Median Sold Price: $449,028 Avg DOM: 62
Helendale
Active: 41 Contingent: 3 Pending: 13 Sold (7 days): 3	Median Active Price: $424,000 Median Sold Price: $275,000 Avg DOM: 110

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🏞️ Down the Hill (Inland Empire)

Fontana
Active: 170 Contingent: 53 Pending: 58 Sold (7 days): 13	Median Active Price: $702,500 Median Sold Price: $702,000 Avg DOM: 67
Rialto
Active: 52 Contingent: 15 Pending: 41 Sold (7 days): 10	Median Active Price: $611,500 Median Sold Price: $585,000 Avg DOM: 51
Ontario
Active: 160 Contingent: 28 Pending: 36 Sold (7 days): 12	Median Active Price: $780,000 Median Sold Price: $708,318 Avg DOM: 49
Rancho Cucamonga
Active: 147 Contingent: 37 Pending: 38 Sold (7 days): 13	Median Active Price: $912,000 Median Sold Price: $845,000 Avg DOM: 55
Redlands
Active: 106 Contingent: 22 Pending: 36 Sold (7 days): 10	Median Active Price: $810,500 Median Sold Price: $773,000 Avg DOM: 55

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🐾 Support We Rescue 4 Pawz

🐾 Featured Partner Since July 2025

We Rescue 4 Pawz is a local nonprofit doing incredible work in the High Desert to rescue, foster, and rehome dogs in need. Every week, we spotlight one of their adoptable pups right here in this newsletter.

And here's something personal: I now make a donation to We Rescue 4 Pawz every time I close a real estate deal. If you're ever looking for a cause to support, this one’s close to my heart. 💛

You can support their mission in a few simple (and meaningful) ways:

💸 Make a tax-deductible donation
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