Enter a world steeped in history and natural beauty. The home of the renown beat poet is located at the end of a lane with gated entrance into 5.64 acres (2 parcels are included in sale). Her home is as unique as her poetry, the redwood complex includes twists and turns supported by massive logs. Many soirees were hosted within these walls; ah, if walls could only talk. This sale fulfills the late owner's request that the old-growth trees be preserved and the property go to benefit the Mendocino Land Trust to further conservation in our county.
Single-familyProperty Type
5.64 acresLot Size
Listed by Ronda Smith•DRE #00819414• Headlands Real Estate Brokerage
Bought with Peter White•DRE #01132984• Best Real Estate Services
Enter a world steeped in history and natural beauty; the Mendocino coastal home of the late ruth weiss, renown female beat poet & drinking buddy of Jack Kerouac (she, beer & he, red wine). Located at the end of a lane with gated entrance, her home is as unique as her poetry; the redwood complex includes twists and turns supported by massive logs. ruth's work lives on through her poetry and her courageous example to break through barriers after World War II, her life contributed to women's freedom of expression in the 20th century. This sale fulfills her request that the old-growth trees be preserved and her property go to benefit the Mendocino Land Trust for further conservation.
Public Records
Jun 1, 1986
Sold
$113,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,474 (+2.6%)
$212,241 + $325,790
$538,031
2024
$6,311 (+0.7%)
$212,241 + $325,790
$538,031
2023
$6,266 (+224.5%)
$208,080 + $319,402
$527,482
2022
$1,931 (+1.6%)
$57,791 + $82,924
$140,715
2021
$1,901 (+8.5%)
$56,113 + $80,510
$136,623
2020
$1,751 (+1.1%)
$56,113 + $80,510
$136,623
2019
$1,732 (+1.5%)
$56,113 + $80,510
$136,623
2018
$1,706 (+11.3%)
$55,013 + $78,932
$133,945
2017
$1,534 (+2.7%)
$52,877 + $75,867
$128,744
2016
$1,494 (+0.3%)
$52,877 + $75,867
$128,744
2015
$1,489 (+3.8%)
$51,840 + $74,380
$126,220
2014
$1,434
$50,062 + $71,828
$121,890
Tax history for 32115 Albion Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,474 (+2.6%)
$212,241 + $325,790
$538,031
2024
$6,311 (+0.7%)
$212,241 + $325,790
$538,031
2023
$6,266 (+224.5%)
$208,080 + $319,402
$527,482
2022
$1,931 (+1.6%)
$57,791 + $82,924
$140,715
2021
$1,901 (+8.5%)
$56,113 + $80,510
$136,623
2020
$1,751 (+1.1%)
$56,113 + $80,510
$136,623
2019
$1,732 (+1.5%)
$56,113 + $80,510
$136,623
2018
$1,706 (+11.3%)
$55,013 + $78,932
$133,945
2017
$1,534 (+2.7%)
$52,877 + $75,867
$128,744
2016
$1,494 (+0.3%)
$52,877 + $75,867
$128,744
2015
$1,489 (+3.8%)
$51,840 + $74,380
$126,220
2014
$1,434
$50,062 + $71,828
$121,890
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
2.64 Acres
Year renovated
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Mendocino County
APN
1232320500
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Carport, Uncovered
Has Parking
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room Information
Art Studio
Fireplace Information
Free Standing
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Laminated, Wood
Heating Information
Electric
Has Heating
Interior Features
Beamed Ceilings, Wood Product Walls
Window Features: Skylights
Exterior
Exterior Information
Roof: Composition
Other Structures: Shed, Guest House Detached, Storage Building
Fencing: Partial
Has Fence
Construction Materials: Wood
Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Combination
Exterior Features
Satellite Dish
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Has Patio
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Lot-Level/Flat, Garden
Property Information
Accessibility Features: Ramp - Main Level
Parcel Number: 1232320500
Has View
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Electricity Connected
Water Source: Well
Location
Location Information
Latitude: 39.22425800
Longitude: -123.73522000
Directions: Hwy 1, east on Albion Ridge Road, past the fire department, turn right on Road G, proceed to the end of the lane
Zoning: ZN1: RR, ZN2: No Zone #3
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.64 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Mendocino County
APN: 1232320500
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 64
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 64
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Ronda
List Agent Last Name: Smith
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Headlands Real Estate Brokerage
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Peter
Buyer Agent Last Name: White
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Best Real Estate Services
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Schools
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Albion Elementary School
Public K-3 • 1.2mi
Shiloh Academy
Private 1-12 • 2.7mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
4 days above 81° expected this year, 9 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
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