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Barstow area · San Bernardino CountyShown: Calico Ghost Town, near Yermo · Photo: Ilse Orsel / Unsplash
Yermo · Memo Dinh, REALTOR®

Yermo real estate, in the desert.

A small desert community east of Barstow near the Calico Ghost Town. I help buyers, sellers and families with inherited homes in Yermo and across San Bernardino County.

About Yermo

Living in Yermo, at a glance.

Places people know in and around Yermo: Calico Ghost Town, Peggy Sue's Diner, Marine Corps Logistics Base Yermo Annex.

Much of Yermo's housing is older, with a typical home built around 1956. Older homes have charm, and they also call for a close look at electrical panels, plumbing, sewer lines and foundations during inspections.

About 40% of occupied homes here are owner-occupied and 60% are rented, per the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey, so there's steady demand from renters for investors to consider.

ZIP codes

92398

Getting around

Interstate 15 and Interstate 40

Owner-occupied homes

40% (U.S. Census ACS 2020–2024)

Typical year built

1956 (median, U.S. Census ACS)

Housing units

448 (U.S. Census ACS)

Yermo market · September 2026

The numbers, updated monthly.

Typical home value

$150K
+5.7% vs. last year · Zillow Home Value Index

Homes for sale

5
Active listings · Realtor.com

See the full Yermo housing market report (prices by ZIP code, days on market, price cuts and the year-over-year trend).

Typical values and listing counts are not appraisals. For what your home would sell for, get a free home value report.

Buying and selling in Yermo

What to know before you move.

In the desert around Yermo, ask about summer utility costs, the age of the A/C, pool equipment and any solar panels, and whether that solar is owned, leased or financed, because a lease or loan has to be transferred or paid off at sale.

Outside city sewer and water lines, many properties use septic systems and private or shared wells, and some are manufactured homes on land. Each changes the inspections and the loan options, so we plan for them before you write an offer.

Coming from LA or Orange County? Yermo can mean more home for the money. Price the commute along with the house, and we can line up the sale of your current home with the purchase so you aren't carrying two at once.

Want homes in Yermo as they hit the market? Save your search and I'll send matches and a short monthly market update.

How I help in Yermo

One agent, every kind of deal.

Buyers

Your real monthly cost with HOA dues, Mello-Roos, insurance and utilities included, plus the inspections this kind of home needs.

Sellers

Pricing from recent sales near you in Yermo, prep that pays off, and marketing aimed at buyers already looking here.

Seasonal and retirement buyers

Second homes, 55+ communities and snowbird timing, with solar, pool and HOA details sorted out early.

Buying or selling in Yermo

Your Yermo realtor, for either side.

Looking for a real estate agent in Yermo? I'm Memo Dinh, a REALTOR® with Epique Realty (CA DRE #02066757), and I help buyers and sellers in Yermo and across San Bernardino County. Call or text 562-253-9034 or book a 15-minute call.

Buying

Homes for sale in Yermo

Houses, condos and townhomes in Yermo as they hit the MLS. Save your Yermo search and get new listings and price drops by email.

First-time home buyer in Yermo?

Start with your real monthly payment, then the loan and any down payment help you qualify for. First-time buyer guide.

Buyer's agent in Yermo

Since August 2024, California buyers sign a written agreement with their agent before touring. I walk you through what it covers and how my pay is set, before you sign.

New construction near Yermo

Builders' sales reps work for the builder. Bring your own agent on the first visit. New construction guide.

Investment and rental property

Rent, cash flow and cap rate on Yermo properties, plus local rent rules. Investor services and the investment calculator.

Selling

What's my Yermo home worth?

A free home value report built from the closest recent sales, not an online estimate. Get your home value, or see the Yermo housing market report.

Sell my house in Yermo

Pricing from recent sales near you, prep that pays off, and marketing to buyers already searching Yermo. How I sell homes.

Sell fast or take a cash offer?

Have a cash offer, or thinking about one? I'll put it next to an on-market estimate so you can see the real difference in your net before you choose.

Cost to sell a house in Yermo

Commission is negotiable. Plan for escrow, title, San Bernardino County's $1.10 per $1,000 documentary transfer tax, plus a city transfer tax where the city charges one, and any repairs or credits. Estimate your net.

Inherited a home or selling a trust?

Probate, trust and estate sales, including out-of-state heirs. Trust and probate sales.

Downsizing or moving away

Line up the sale and your next home so you aren't carrying two. Moving out of California? I'll connect you with a vetted agent there.

Around Yermo

Coming up in Yermo.

Free and local things to do, checked against official city and organizer pages. Add any of them to your calendar in one tap.

Nothing in Yermo on my verified list yet. New events are added every week; meanwhile, see the official city calendar and what's on nearby.

Dates and details come from official city and organizer pages and can change, so please confirm before you go. Photos are representative Unsplash images of this type of event, not photos of these events.

Client review
★★★★★“Very courteous, listened to my concerns, very efficient. When I was ready to purchase the property we found on the market, Memo brought results faster than I expected. Every problem that popped up was addressed quickly.”Buyer

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Questions

Straight answers.

What is a typical home worth in Yermo?

About $150K as of September 2026, per the Zillow Home Value Index, up 5.7% from a year earlier. That's a typical value, not your home's price. Ask me for the recent sales closest to your street.

How many homes are for sale in Yermo?

5 active listings in the latest Realtor.com monthly data. My Yermo housing market report has the trend, prices by ZIP code and days on market.

What should I check on a desert home in Yermo?

The A/C's age, summer utility bills, pool and spa equipment, roof condition, and whether any solar is owned, leased or financed. Outside city lines, also ask about septic and wells.

Do you work in Yermo?

Yes. I'm based in Gardena and work across San Bernardino County, including Yermo, Newberry Springs, Daggett and Barstow. Call or text 562-253-9034, or book a 15-minute call.

What's going on around Yermo?

See the events section on this page. It lists upcoming community events I've checked against official pages, plus a link to the official calendar when the city has one. The full list is on my local events calendar.

How do I choose a real estate agent in Yermo?

Look for someone who works Yermo regularly, explains the numbers in writing, answers quickly and has verified reviews. Check their license on the California DRE website. I'm Memo Dinh (CA DRE #02066757), a REALTOR® with Epique Realty and a 5.0-star rating from clients. Call or text 562-253-9034 to talk it through.

How do I sell my house in Yermo?

Get a pricing analysis from the closest recent sales, fix only what buyers will pay for, list with strong photos and a clear plan, then compare every offer by your net, not just the price. I give you a net sheet before you list.

How much does it cost to sell a house in Yermo?

Commissions are negotiable. Other costs usually include escrow, title insurance, San Bernardino County's $1.10 per $1,000 documentary transfer tax, plus a city transfer tax where the city charges one, and any repair credits or prep. Use the seller net sheet on this site for an estimate, then I'll send you an exact version.

Should I take a cash offer for my Yermo home?

Sometimes. A cash offer saves time and repairs but usually comes in lower. If you have one, I'll put it next to an on-market estimate so you can compare your real net.

Is there down payment help for first-time buyers in Yermo?

Often, yes. CalHFA programs are statewide, and some counties and cities run their own down payment programs that open in rounds. Rules and funding change, so confirm current availability with a CalHFA-approved lender. Not financial advice.

I inherited a house in Yermo. What should I do first?

Find out whether it's in a trust or needs probate through the San Bernardino County Superior Court, keep it insured and secured, and ask your CPA about the stepped-up tax basis and Prop 19 before deciding to keep, rent or sell. I help heirs sell, including from out of state. Not legal or tax advice.

Let's talk

Start with 15 minutes.

Tell me what you're trying to do and when. I'll tell you what it takes, what it costs, and the smartest first step. No pressure, no script.

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