Mountain charm, thoughtful updates, and extra breathing room come together in this customized chalet-style retreat in Big Trees Village. Set on a mostly level corner lot, the home also offers the opportunity to purchase the adjacent lot for added privacy, expansion, or future possibilities. Inside, the family room is warm and inviting with dramatic chalet windows, a cozy woodstove, heat and A/C with WiFi thermostat, and thoughtful custom details throughout. The main level features two bedrooms, a full bathroom, kitchen and dining areas, plus a stackable washer/dryer for everyday convenience. Upstairs offers a spacious loft and an additional private bedroom, both with skylights that bring in natural light and a true mountain-cabin feel. The kids' bedroom includes a custom mural, adding a playful and memorable touch. Outdoor living shines with a composite wraparound deck, level entrance, mostly level lot, two driveways, and a dedicated firepit area for gathering under the trees. The newly built and finished garage is currently enjoyed as a party garage'' with bar seating and hangout space, while still offering room to park a vehicle. Mostly furnished and ready to enjoy, this inviting Big Trees Village retreat offers comfort, character, flexibility, and easy access to year-round recreation and community amenities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
0.43 acresLot Size
$348Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Sheila Rosen•DRE #02074482• Dorrington Realty, Inc
Bought with Madeline Ghattas•DRE #02031193• Coldwell Banker Realty
Est. $2,398 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 3918 Apache Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Greater Lansing AoR #226071054
Jun 29, 2026
Sold
$470,000
$348/sq ft
Jun 4, 2026
Listed
$450,000
$333/sq ft
Mountain charm, thoughtful updates, and extra breathing room come together in this customized chalet-style retreat in Big Trees Village. Set on a mostly level corner lot, the home also offers the opportunity to purchase the adjacent lot for added privacy, expansion, or future possibilities. Inside, the family room is warm and inviting with dramatic chalet windows, a cozy woodstove, heat and A/C with WiFi thermostat, and thoughtful custom details throughout. The main level features two bedrooms, a full bathroom, kitchen and dining areas, plus a stackable washer/dryer for everyday convenience. Upstairs offers a spacious loft and an additional private bedroom, both with skylights that bring in natural light and a true mountain-cabin feel. The kids' bedroom includes a custom mural, adding a playful and memorable touch. Outdoor living shines with a composite wraparound deck, level entrance, mostly level lot, two driveways, and a dedicated firepit area for gathering under the trees. The newly built and finished garage is currently enjoyed as a party garage'' with bar seating and hangout space, while still offering room to park a vehicle. Mostly furnished and ready to enjoy, this inviting Big Trees Village retreat offers comfort, character, flexibility, and easy access to year-round recreation and community amenities.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #20190069
Mar 1, 2019
Sold
$275,000
$203/sq ft
Jan 24, 2019
Listed
$275,000
$203/sq ft
+6
Classic Chalet with a happy go lucky disposition sitting on a large parcel in Big Trees Village. This listing includes the parcel next door. Enjoy level access and a mixed terrain of level gentle forest property. Features include 2 bedrooms downstairs with a giant loft up top. A full bath graces the lower level while the loft has a nicely done half bath - powder room. Great windows and skylights make this a winner for letting the light in while they also frame up the view of the forest through the trees. Only 18 miles below Bear Valley Ski REsort, this property is a year round outlet to recreational activities. Ask about the 17 acre POA recreation center for Big Trees Village owners - an optional membership opporutnity. Come See... Come Buy !
Public Records
Oct 2, 2012
Sold
$181,500
$134/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,728 (+1.0%)
$34,133 + $265,606
$299,739
2024
$3,691 (+1.9%)
$33,464 + $260,399
$293,863
2023
$3,623 (+5.7%)
$32,808 + $255,294
$288,102
2022
$3,429 (+0.5%)
$32,165 + $250,289
$282,454
2021
$3,411 (+7.7%)
$31,535 + $245,382
$276,917
2020
$3,166 (+20.2%)
$30,917 + $240,571
$271,488
2019
$2,635 (+7.9%)
$30,600 + $219,300
$249,900
2018
$2,442 (+2.5%)
$44,152 + $156,198
$200,350
2017
$2,382 (+0.3%)
$42,439 + $150,134
$192,573
2016
$2,375 (+1.3%)
$42,439 + $150,134
$192,573
2015
$2,345 (+2.3%)
$41,607 + $147,191
$188,798
2014
$2,293
$40,181 + $142,142
$182,323
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.43 Acres
Year renovated
1978
Sq. Ft.
1,234
Year built
1971
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Calaveras County
APN
023-004-032-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
R1
Low Density Residential Zone
The R1 Zone is intended to provide land for low density residential neighborhoods where public water and sewage facilities are available. Typical uses include residential dwelling units, public and quasi-public uses (e.g., school, library, park), and other similar and compatible uses. This Zone implements the Residential Low Density general plan Land Use Category.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Apr 18, 2024 • Final
Over the counter
Replace the railing on a deck.
Remodel
Jan 6, 2021 • Final
Bldg accessory structure
Construct a garage with electrical service.
ADU
Electrical
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached
Driveway Sidewalks: Level
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Other Bathroom Features: Tub w/Shower Over
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 3
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central
Heating: Central, Wood Stove
Interior Features
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Free Standing
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Laundry Features: Washer/Dryer Stacked Included
# of Stories: 2
Room Information
Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Deck Attached, Open Beam Ceiling
Kitchen Features: Tile Counter
Dining Room Features: Dining/Living Combo
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Street Entrance
Upper Level: Bedroom(s), Loft, Full Bath(s)
Basement Sq.Ft.: 0
Exterior
Exterior Features
Allows Horses: No
Roof: Composition
Pool Information
Has Private Pool: No
Has Spa: No
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Subtype Description: Custom
Year Built: 1,971
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner
Lot Size Square Feet: 18,731
Lot Size Acres: 0.43
Utilities
Green Energy Information
Power Production Year Install: 0
Power Production Size: 0.00
Utility Information
Utilities: Internet Available
Electric: Other
Sewer: Septic Connected
Irrigation Source: None
Water Source: Water District
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School Information
School District County: Calaveras
Elementary School District: Vallecito Union
Middle Or Junior School District: Vallecito Union
High School District: Brett Harte Union
Location Information
Postal Code: 95223
County Or Parish: Calaveras
CrossStreet: Cheyenne
Directions: Hwy 4 east to Big Trees Village Drive, Right on BTV Drive, Right on Navajo, Left on Cheyenne, Left on Apache. Cabin is on the left.
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 3918
Unparsed Address: 3918 Apache Rd, Dorrington, CA 95223
Street Address Filtered: 3918 Apache Rd
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,234
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: 1978
County: Calaveras County
APN: 023-004-032-000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: Madeline Ghattas
Around this home
2/100 Car-Dependent24/100 Somewhat bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Hazel Fischer Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.7mi
7/10
Avery Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.6mi
7/10
Bret Harte Union High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 20.7mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
13% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 88° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
27 unhealthy days expected this year, 31 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Arnold, CA • 95223
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Sun exposure
48/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$434,000 – $526,000
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