Nestled in the serene mountain community of Alta, this custom-built 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home at 701 Sawmill Road offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and natural beauty. Situated on flat, usable land and located just one mile from local amenities, the property combines convenience with a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Sierra Nevada. Surrounded by towering pines and scenic forest views, the home provides a tranquil setting ideal for everyday living or a weekend escape. Inside, the home features a warm and welcoming atmosphere with abundant natural light, spacious living areas, and finishes that complement its mountain setting. The open layout is ideal for both relaxing and entertaining, while the well-appointed kitchen and comfortable bedrooms offer functionality and charm. The primary suite provides a private escape, complete with its own bath. Upstairs, an additional room offers flexible space that could serve as a home office, guest area, or potential fourth bedroom. Step outside to enjoy the fresh mountain air from the deckperfect for morning coffee or unwinding after a day of outdoor adventure. With year-round recreation just minutes away, including hiking, skiing, and nearby trails, this home is ideal as a full-time residence or weekend getaway. Experience the tranquility and timeless appeal of mountain living in this beautiful Alta property.
Single-familyProperty Type
2008Year Built
2.3 acresLot Size
$198Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Katie Allison•DRE #02095163• M.O.R.E. Real Estate Group
Listed by Brian Martell•DRE #01344828• M.O.R.E. Real Estate Group
Bought with Evan Glasco•DRE #02209690• Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty
Est. $3,165 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 701 Sawmill Rd
Sale History
Tax History
This is a new listing, so no sales records exist yet. As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,554 (−0.7%)
$151,951 + $411,302
$563,253
2024
$5,593 (+1.5%)
$148,972 + $403,238
$552,210
2023
$5,510 (+1.8%)
$146,051 + $395,332
$541,383
2022
$5,411 (+2.2%)
$143,188 + $387,581
$530,769
2021
$5,295 (+1.2%)
$140,381 + $379,982
$520,363
2020
$5,234 (+2.0%)
$137,629 + $372,532
$510,161
2019
$5,131 (+3.7%)
$136,218 + $368,713
$504,931
2018
$4,950 (+1.8%)
$133,548 + $361,484
$495,032
2017
$4,861 (+2.2%)
$128,363 + $347,449
$475,812
2016
$4,758 (+2.5%)
$128,363 + $347,449
$475,812
2015
$4,642 (+10.9%)
$125,847 + $340,637
$466,484
2014
$4,184 (+9.1%)
$93,500 + $319,000
$412,500
2013
$3,833
$93,500 + $319,000
$412,500
2012
$3,835 (−14.2%)
$85,000 + $290,000
$375,000
2011
$4,471 (+1.1%)
$85,000 + $290,000
$375,000
2010
$4,423 (+1.4%)
$116,283 + $314,749
$431,032
2009
$4,363
$113,807 + $312,397
$426,204
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,130
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Placer County
APN
062500074000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
RA-B-100
Residential Agricultural-Building Site Combining District 100,000 sq ft
The purpose of the residential-agricultural (RA) zone district is to stabilize and protect the rural residential characteristics of the area to which it is applied and to promote and encourage a suitable environment for family life, including agricultural uses.; The purpose of the building site (-B) combining district is to provide for different parcel sizes in new subdivisions than would otherwise be required by an applicable zone district, based upon special characteristics of the site or area to which the combining district is applied, including but not limited to sensitive environmental characteristics, limited resource capacities, and community character.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Other
Agriculture
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Pastureland
Timberland
Jun 16, 2015 • Final
Building permit-historic
Revise an active permit to convert unfinished space over an attached garage into a living area. The space will be used as an office with no additional bedrooms.
Addition
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.