Top of Hill Hideaway. Perched in a secluded, elevated setting, fully renovated in 1999 (including teardown to studs and full systems upgrade), this circa 1910 residence artfully balances turn of the century character with today's comforts. Open floorplan with vaulted ceilings, skylights and abundant natural light. Luxury laminate plank flooring throughout. Spacious kitchen featuring granite counters, SS appliances, prep island and breakfast nook. Formal dining room or library ideal for cozy gatherings with floor-to-ceiling oak shelving centered around marble fireplace, brought years ago from a SF hotel. Spacious Master Suite with sitting area and roomy walk-in closet. En-suite bathroom remodeled in 2024 with travertine counters, claw foot soaking tub and large walk-in shower. Mud room with pantry and laundry area. Updated mechanicals: 1999 electrical, plumbing, 2016 HVAC, 11 new Milgard windows 2025, Roof replacement 2018. Multiple outdoor areas for relaxing and entertaining - plus fenced garden and fountain. Nestled among the trees is a concrete pad ready for your hottub. Workshop built in 2001 & remodeled in 2024 with covered parking and 1,000+ square feet of add'l storage. Property is also splitable, Buyer to verify. Close to Stagecoach Trail and downtown. Unique, must see!
Single-familyProperty Type
1910Year Built
2.8 acresLot Size
$380Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Lisa Tena•DRE #01856308• J. Ellen Realty
Bought with Melissa Blide•DRE #01895476• HomeTown Realtors
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.8 Acres
Year renovated
1956
Sq. Ft.
2,266
Year built
1910
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Placer County
APN
054264016000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
RS
Residential Single-Family District
The residential single-family district is intended to provide areas for residential development characterized by detached single-family homes in standard subdivision form.
Residential: full review - additions, adu, accessory structures, pools, remodel, demo, generators, and other
Remove existing composition and built-up roofing. Install new composition shingles to meet Title 24 requirements.
Roofing
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.
Master Bedroom Features: Ground Floor, Walk-In Closet, Sitting Area
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central
Heating: Central, Fireplace(s)
Interior Features
Accessibility Features: Accessible Full Bath
Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Cook Top, Gas Water Heater, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Double Oven
Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Insulation
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Dining Room, Wood Burning
Flooring: Carpet, Simulated Wood, See Remarks
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling
Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Open Beam Ceiling, Other
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Skylight(s), Granite Counter, Island
Family Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted
Dining Room Features: Breakfast Nook, Formal Room
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bedroom, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Street Entrance
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony, Uncovered Courtyard
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: Modified
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Year Built: 1,910
Lot Information
Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Flag Lot, Landscape Misc, Low Maintenance
Lot Size Square Feet: 121,968
Lot Size Acres: 2.8
Other Structures: Workshop
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry
Sewer: Septic System
Irrigation Source: Public District, Irrigation Connected
Water Source: Public
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School Information
School District County: Placer
Elementary School District: Auburn Union
Middle Or Junior School District: Auburn Union
High School District: Placer Union High
Location Information
Postal Code: 95603
County Or Parish: Placer
CrossStreet: Lincoln
Directions: I-80 to Lincoln Way. From Lincoln Way take Russell Road. Property is on the left, shared driveway. Follow the arrows. #215 is at the top of the hill.
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 215
Unparsed Address: 215 Russell Rd, Auburn, CA 95603
Street Address Filtered: 215 Russell Rd
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,266
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.8 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: 1956
County: Placer County
APN: 054264016000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: Melissa O Blide
Around this home
Schools
Skyridge Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
6/10
Placer High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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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
4% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
34 unhealthy days expected this year, 41 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$819,000 – $991,000
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