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.

RealtyDude Featured Home

Apple Valley • Jess Ranch Senior Community Living

2 Bed • 2 Bath • 1,195 Sq Ft • Single Story • Covered Patio • Greenbelt Setting

19099 Frances, Apple Valley CA 92308 — Jess Ranch senior community home with covered patio and greenbelt setting

Fast Facts

Beds

Baths

1991

Built

1,195 Sq Ft

Single Story • Attached Garage • Jess Ranch

✨ Tour It Online

📍 19099 Frances, Apple Valley, CA 92308

💲 List Price: $269,000

Top Highlights

Located in Apple Valley’s sought-after Jess Ranch senior community, known for its peaceful setting and convenient lifestyle
2-bedroom, 2-bath single-story home with approximately 1,195 sq ft of comfortable living space
Large living and dining area that opens to a covered patio overlooking the greenbelt
Step-saver kitchen with breakfast nook area, tile counters, and ample cabinet space
Oversized primary suite with built-ins and dual sinks in the primary bath
Laminate wood flooring, fresh interior paint, professionally cleaned windows, attached garage, and community pool access

This week’s featured home offers an inviting opportunity in one of Apple Valley’s established senior communities. Located in Jess Ranch, this single-story home combines comfort, convenience, and a low-maintenance lifestyle in a setting that feels calm, clean, and easy to enjoy.

Inside, the home features a practical 2-bedroom, 2-bath layout with laminate wood flooring, a spacious living and dining area, and a kitchen with a cozy nook for everyday meals. The covered patio opens toward the greenbelt, creating a relaxing outdoor space for morning coffee, quiet afternoons, or simply enjoying the peaceful community surroundings.

With fresh paint, professionally cleaned windows, an attached garage, community pool access, and a desirable Apple Valley location near shopping, dining, medical services, and everyday conveniences, this Jess Ranch home is worth a closer look.

Note: Buyer to verify all information including square footage, lot size, HOA fees, community rules, age restrictions, condition, and all property features.

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Listing courtesy of Gerald Rohrbacher, First Team Real Estate-HighDes. Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and subject to change without notice. Buyer to verify all information including square footage, lot size, HOA fees, community rules, age restrictions, condition, parking, and all property features.

Local Business Spotlight

Neida’s Palace Donut Shop 🍩☕

Hesperia, CA • Fresh Donuts • Coffee • Baked Goods • Breakfast Favorites

Neida’s Palace Donut Shop • Hesperia, CA • Fresh donuts, coffee, and sweet local favorites

A Sweet New Stop on Main Street

This week’s local business spotlight goes to Neida’s Palace Donut Shop, a locally loved Hesperia donut shop bringing fresh-made sweets, coffee, and breakfast favorites to Main Street. Whether you’re grabbing an early morning coffee, picking up a box of donuts for the office, or treating the family to something fun on the weekend, Neida’s has that warm neighborhood-shop feel that makes a quick stop feel a little more special.

Their menu goes beyond the classics with favorites like buttermilk bars, maple bars, chocolate bars, cinnamon rolls, Danish pastries, muffins, croissant breakfast sandwiches, crepes, mini pancakes, fresh juices, iced coffee, and traditional drinks like champurrado and atole. It’s the kind of place where you can keep it simple with a glazed donut and coffee, or explore something different depending on the day.

If you’re in Hesperia and looking for a local spot to support, Neida’s Palace Donut Shop is worth adding to your morning routine. Stop by early, grab something fresh, and help welcome another small business making Main Street a little sweeter.

📍 Visit Neida’s Palace Donut Shop

Address: 16133 Main St., Hesperia, CA 92345

Phone: (442) 267-4395

Hours: Open Daily • 4:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Website: neidaspalacedonutshop.com

Instagram: @neidaspalacedonutshop_offical

TikTok: @neidaspalacedonutshop_

Why We’re Spotlighting Them

Locally owned Hesperia shop bringing a fresh neighborhood donut option to Main Street
Great early-morning hours for commuters, contractors, families, and coffee runs
More than donuts — coffee, pastries, breakfast sandwiches, crepes, juices, and sweet treats
Social-media friendly vibe with colorful treats, behind-the-scenes posts, and local buzz

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Business details, hours, menu items, and contact information may change. Please check directly with Neida’s Palace Donut Shop for the most current information.

🏗️ 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

Meet Chapo 🤍 A Playful, Cuddly Maltese Looking for His Forever Home

This adorable 5-year-old Maltese is house trained, dog-friendly, full of personality, and ready to become someone’s loyal little companion.

Adoptable Pet of the Week: Chapo — 5-year-old Maltese looking for his forever home

Chapo • 5 years old • Maltese • playful • house trained • total cuddle bug 🐶

✨ Chapo’s Highlights

Adorable 5-year-old Maltese with a sweet, playful personality
Already fixed, up to date on shots, and completely house trained
Gets along great with other dogs and enjoys being part of the fun
Absolutely loves playing fetch — this little guy could chase a ball all day 🎾
Total cuddle bug who loves to snuggle after playtime
Favorite snacks: broccoli and peas 🥦💚 — yes, really!

Say hello to Chapo, a sweet little Maltese with the perfect mix of playful energy and snuggly charm. He’s already house trained, fixed, up to date on his shots, and ready for a loving family to call his own.

Chapo gets along well with other dogs and has a fun personality that makes him easy to love. His favorite activity is playing fetch, and he would be thrilled to have someone who enjoys tossing a ball as much as he enjoys chasing it.

After playtime, Chapo is happiest curled up close for cuddles. If you’re looking for a well-mannered companion with a playful spirit, a big heart, and a very cute love for broccoli and peas, Chapo might just be your perfect match. 🐶💕

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💛 Help Save More Sweet Souls Like Chapo

Rescue work only happens because compassionate people step up. If Chapo’s story made you smile, please consider sharing, adopting, or donating to help We Rescue 4 Pawz continue saving dogs like him.

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PayPal: We Rescue 4 Pawz

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

FREE LOCAL HOME BUYER CLASS • High Desert & Inland Empire

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This free local class is for people who want to buy in the next 6 to 18 months and want straight answers about affordability, credit, down payment help, and what to do first.

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A Better First Step Than Random Googling

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?

Your Tax Refund Could Help Bring Your Next Home One Step Closer

Even a portion of your refund can become a smart step toward your down payment, closing costs, or future home-buying plan. 💸🏡

Graphic encouraging buyers to use a tax refund as a step toward homeownership

Small financial steps today can help create bigger home-buying opportunities tomorrow.

Your tax refund can be more than a little extra spending money — it can also be a helpful tool for moving closer to your next home. Whether you are just starting to think about buying or already getting your plan together, setting aside even a portion of your refund can make a meaningful difference.

That money may be able to help with your down payment, closing costs, inspection costs, appraisal fees, moving expenses, or emergency reserves. It may not feel like a huge amount by itself, but when combined with steady savings and the right loan strategy, those dollars can help open doors.

The key is having a plan. Small steps like this can add up to big opportunities over time. If you are ready to explore what may be possible, I would love to help you see which homes could be within reach and what your next step might look like.

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Thinking about buying soon? Your refund could be a great reason to start building a real plan.

Home-buying costs, down payment requirements, and loan options vary by buyer, lender, credit profile, income, debt, and loan program. A personalized review is the best way to understand your options.

🏛️ Hometown History

San Bernardino Edition

Historic image of Swing Auditorium in San Bernardino California where The Rolling Stones opened their first U.S. tour in 1964

San Bernardino’s Swing Auditorium once hosted a night that helped launch rock history in America.

Here’s a San Bernardino fact that might surprise even longtime locals: The Rolling Stones played their first-ever U.S. concert at Swing Auditorium on June 1, 1964. Not Los Angeles. Not New York. San Bernardino. The show kicked off the band’s first American tour at the National Orange Show grounds, back when the Stones were still new to many U.S. audiences. And in a perfect Inland Empire twist, their setlist included “Route 66” — a fitting song for a city with such a deep connection to the Mother Road. San Bernardino didn’t just watch rock history happen; for one unforgettable night, it helped launch it.

Quick takeaway: Before The Rolling Stones became one of the biggest rock bands in the world, their first U.S. concert happened right here in San Bernardino.

Question: Did you know San Bernardino played a role in launching The Rolling Stones’ American concert history?

Sources: Rolling Stones 1964 tour records / Setlist.fm.

📊 This Week’s Market Snapshot

🏔️ Up the Hill (High Desert)

Apple Valley
Active: 281 Contingent: 23 Pending: 102 Sold (7 days): 12	Median Active Price: $475,000 Median Sold Price: $449,950 Avg DOM: 64
Hesperia
Active: 240 Contingent: 33 Pending: 95 Sold (7 days): 21	Median Active Price: $503,245 Median Sold Price: $475,000 Avg DOM: 63
Victorville
Active: 383 Contingent: 47 Pending: 145 Sold (7 days): 26	Median Active Price: $469,900 Median Sold Price: $427,500 Avg DOM: 62
Helendale
Active: 43 Contingent: 3 Pending: 14 Sold (7 days): 4	Median Active Price: $434,999 Median Sold Price: $319,500 Avg DOM: 107

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🏞️ Down the Hill (Inland Empire)

Fontana
Active: 166 Contingent: 56 Pending: 67 Sold (7 days): 17	Median Active Price: $700,000 Median Sold Price: $680,000 Avg DOM: 66
Rialto
Active: 51 Contingent: 16 Pending: 38 Sold (7 days): 13	Median Active Price: $605,000 Median Sold Price: $635,000 Avg DOM: 51
Ontario
Active: 157 Contingent: 31 Pending: 35 Sold (7 days): 12	Median Active Price: $789,000 Median Sold Price: $755,144 Avg DOM: 51
Rancho Cucamonga
Active: 147 Contingent: 35 Pending: 46 Sold (7 days): 15	Median Active Price: $950,000 Median Sold Price: $788,000 Avg DOM: 55
Redlands
Active: 100 Contingent: 34 Pending: 35 Sold (7 days): 6	Median Active Price: $834,500 Median Sold Price: $846,266 Avg DOM: 57

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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
📣 Share adoptable dogs on social media
🏡 Consider fostering or adopting a rescue dog

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