Cash Only Short Sale- As-Is Sale. Escape to 5 private acres in the scenic foothills of Applegate, just 3 miles from I-80 and less than an hour to ski resorts. This custom mountain home offers incredible potential for the right buyer. The property features vaulted ceilings, a stunning river-rock fireplace, and panoramic views from a wrap-around deck perfect for entertaining. Inside, you'll find Madrone hardwood floors, custom cabinetry, new bedroom flooring, and a spacious loft master suite with marble bath. The acreage provides a mix of usable flat areas and natural forested terrain, ideal for privacy and outdoor living. ⚠️ Home requires significant repairs to systems including propane, well, septic, and roof. Must be purchased with cash only. A great opportunity for investors or contractors looking to restore a truly unique property in a desirable foothill setting near Auburn and Colfax. BUYERS DO NOT JUST SHOW UP TO THE PROPERTY, NEED AN APPOINTMENT TO VIEW.
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
5.5 acresLot Size
$201Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Neil Cowan•DRE #01866753• Keller Williams Realty
Listed by Joanie Cowan•DRE #01811524• Keller Williams Realty
Bought with Susan McShannock•DRE #00451492• Susan McShannock, Broker
Replace an existing furnace in the same location. No ductwork will be affected.
HVAC
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Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Drive Thru Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Facing Side
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Partial): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Tile, Tub w/Shower Over, Walk-In Closet, Window
Other Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Tile, Tub w/Shower Over, Window
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 3
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central
Heating: Propane, Central, Fireplace(s)
Interior Features
Appliances: Free Standing Gas Range, Hood Over Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Free Standing Electric Oven
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Raised Hearth, Stone, Wood Burning
Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling
Laundry Features: Chute, Sink, Inside Area
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Wrap Around Porch
Utilities: Internet Available, See Remarks, Propane Tank Owned
Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry
Sewer: Septic System, See Remarks
Irrigation Source: Other
Water Source: Abandoned Well, Well, See Remarks
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School Information
School District County: Placer
Elementary School District: Placer Hills Union
Middle Or Junior School District: Placer Hills Union
High School District: Placer Union High
Location Information
Postal Code Plus 4: 9000
Postal Code: 95703
County Or Parish: Placer
CrossStreet: Cerro Vista Dr
Directions: CaDo not use Google Maps - Take I-80 west to the Applegate exit. Go down Applegate Rd and turn left. Go 1/4 mile down Applegate Rd and go under the railroad crossing then make a quick right onto Boole Rd. Go down Boole Rd until the double yellow lines end and turn left there up steep hill onto Cerro Vista. Go down 1 mile and at 1440 Cerro Vista, turn right at a short cut road (no street sign). Go down and cross over intersection and go back onto another section of Boole Rd. Turn left at drivewa
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 2985
Unparsed Address: 2985 Boole Rd, Applegate, CA 95703-9000
Street Address Filtered: 2985 Boole Rd
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,920
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Placer County
APN: 077190068000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: Susan McShannock
Around this home
Schools
Sierra Hills Elementary School
Public K-3 • Assigned • 2.3mi
8/10
Weimar Hills
Public 4-8 • Assigned • 5.7mi
6/10
Colfax High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.0mi
9/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
5% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
36 unhealthy days expected this year, 41 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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In this area, properties receive around 13.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$468,000 – $567,000
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