Lake View Self-Sustaining Vacation Home on 8.82 Acres – Off-Grid Living, Towering Ponderosa Pines & Amazing Lake Views – Privacy & Sierra Foothill Beauty. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, those seeking greater self-sufficiency, or anyone looking for a peaceful mountain retreat surrounded by nature. Experience the beauty of Northern California from this custom two-story home built in 2004, privately situated on approximately 8.82 acres near the end of a quiet road in the scenic foothills of Berry Creek. Surrounded by towering Ponderosa pines and overlooking the Lake Oroville Recreation Area, this property offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy peaceful mountain living with breathtaking panoramic views. Designed for those seeking greater independence and a connection with nature, this off-grid property features a solar power system with a backup generator, offering a self-sufficient lifestyle in a spectacular mountain setting. Whether you're looking to reduce utility dependence, enjoy sustainable living, or simply appreciate the peace of a private retreat, this property offers an outstanding opportunity to embrace a more self-reliant lifestyle. Offering approximately 1,190 square feet of living space with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the home combines comfort with a setting that is truly unforgettable. Large windows invite natural light while showcasing the surrounding forest and distant lake views. Enjoy your morning coffee as the sun rises over Lake Oroville, entertain family and friends, or unwind beneath brilliant star-filled skies. The expansive acreage provides space for gardening, outdoor recreation, walking trails, or simply enjoying the privacy and tranquility of a secluded mountain property. The peaceful setting attracts abundant wildlife, including deer, wild turkey, and a variety of native birds. Located just minutes from the Lake Oroville Recreation Area, you'll enjoy convenient access to boating, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, hiking, mountain biking, camping, and endless outdoor recreation. Nearby attractions including Feather Falls, Bald Rock, and Plumas National Forest offer incredible opportunities to explore some of Northern California's most scenic landscapes. The combination of mature Ponderosa pines, panoramic lake views, usable acreage, and off-grid amenities makes this property an exceptional choice for a full-time residence, mountain getaway, or vacation retreat.
Single-familyProperty Type
2004Year Built
8.82 acresLot Size
$207Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by John Russo•DRE #01453334• Go West Realty
Contact: 530-990-3120
Bought with John Russo•DRE #01453334• Go West Realty
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Market trends in 95916, CA
Last updated September 2026
Sale-to-list price
92.3%
0.0% MoM
Median sale price
$188K
$27K MoM
Avg. days on market
210d
38 days MoM
Recently sold homes
4
1 MoM
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Rental estimate
Est. $2,445 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1895 Encina Grande
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #OR26152096
Sep 24, 2026
Sold
$246,000
$207/sq ft
Aug 26, 2026
Pending
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Aug 11, 2026
Price Changed
$259,000
$218/sq ft
Jul 12, 2026
Listed
$265,000
$223/sq ft
Public Records
May 16, 1986
Sold
$15,000
$13/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,631 (+1.4%)
$33,103 + $117,998
$151,101
2025
$1,608 (+1.5%)
$33,103 + $117,998
$151,101
2024
$1,585 (+1.4%)
$32,454 + $115,685
$148,139
2023
$1,564 (+3.3%)
$31,818 + $113,417
$145,235
2022
$1,515 (+1.8%)
$31,195 + $111,194
$142,389
2021
$1,487 (−0.1%)
$30,584 + $109,014
$139,598
2020
$1,489 (+1.8%)
$29,985 + $106,877
$136,862
2019
$1,463 (+1.4%)
$29,678 + $105,782
$135,460
2018
$1,443 (+2.7%)
$29,097 + $103,708
$132,805
2017
$1,404 (+2.6%)
$27,968 + $99,682
$127,650
2016
$1,369 (+3.8%)
$27,968 + $99,682
$127,650
2015
$1,319 (+0.3%)
$27,420 + $97,728
$125,148
2014
$1,315 (+2.4%)
$26,480 + $94,376
$120,856
2013
$1,285 (+1.2%)
$26,480 + $94,376
$120,856
2012
$1,270
$26,361 + $93,950
$120,311
Public record
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Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
8.82 Acres
Year renovated
2004
Sq. Ft.
1,190
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Butte County
APN
061660003000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Last updated by owner on Oct 21, 2026.
TM
MA
Timber Mountain Zone
The purpose of the TM zone is to preserve Butte County's valuable timber resources and to protect both the economic and environmental value of these lands. Standards for the TM zone are intended to support the growing and harvesting of timber, pulp woods, and other forestry products for commercial purposes. Permitted uses include logging, timber processing, crop cultivation, agricultural processing, and the management of forest lands for timber operations and animal grazing. Extractive uses that are generally compatible with forestry operations, including mining and oil and gas extraction, are conditionally permitted in the TM zone. The minimum permitted parcel size in the TM zone is 160 acres. The TM zone allows for 1 single-family home per parcel. The TM zone implements the Timber Mountain land use designation in the General Plan.
Zone overlays
Military Airspace Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Processing
Infrastructure
Lodging & hospitality
Educational/school
Agriculture-Cropland
Aug 13, 2025 • Final
Residential electrical
Generator
Aug 13, 2025 • Final
Residential solar/pv
Battery
Electrical
Solar
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Community Features: Watersports, Rural, Hiking, Fishing, Mountainous, Lake, Preserve/Public Land, Hunting
School Information
High School District: Oroville Union
Location Information
Latitude: 39.64737200
Longitude: -121.46658600
Directions: Take Oro Quincy Hwy ( Hwy 162 E ) to left turn on Encina grande rd to 1895 on left side .
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,190
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8.82 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2004
Year Renovated: 2004
County: Butte County
APN: 061660003000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 21, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 530-990-3120
Days Active in MLS: 44
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 44
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: John
List Agent Last Name: Russo
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Go West Realty
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: John
Buyer Agent Last Name: Russo
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Go West Realty
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Schools
Berry Creek Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi
5/10
Las Plumas High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.3mi
4/10
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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
7% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
0 hot days expected this year, 0 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, 40 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
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Low sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Berry Creek. There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$220,000 – $266,000
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