Cape Horn and Rollins Lake area views just shy of 365 degrees from this canyon view home. A two bedroom, three bath well loved and memory filled estate with unlimited future potential. Being sold as is, this is a clean sweat-equity jackpot! Large workshop/barn. A must see. Close to I-80 and all that the greater Colfax area has to offer. Appx. 30 minutes to Auburn, and 45 minutes to Truckee. Please note that offers will be reviewed on Thursday, June 15th.
Single-familyProperty Type
1969Year Built
3.4 acresLot Size
$266Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Karen Calvert•DRE #01927436• Alta Realty
Bought with Philip Velez•DRE #01418776• Perspective Realty
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
$5,063 (−1.3%)
$208,080 + $307,958
$516,038
2024
$5,129 (+8.7%)
$204,000 + $301,920
$505,920
2023
$4,718 (+421.7%)
$200,000 + $292,000
$492,000
2022
$904 (+2.2%)
$204,000 + $255,000
$459,000
2021
$885 (+1.2%)
$14,484 + $69,057
$83,541
2020
$874 (+2.0%)
$14,200 + $67,703
$81,903
2019
$857 (+3.6%)
$14,055 + $67,009
$81,064
2018
$827 (+11.7%)
$13,780 + $65,696
$79,476
2017
$740 (+2.4%)
$13,246 + $63,146
$76,392
2016
$723 (+2.7%)
$13,246 + $63,146
$76,392
2015
$704 (+1.7%)
$12,987 + $61,908
$74,895
2014
$692 (−0.2%)
$12,542 + $59,785
$72,327
2013
$694 (+2.2%)
$12,542 + $59,785
$72,327
2012
$679 (+2.7%)
$12,486 + $59,515
$72,001
2011
$661 (+0.8%)
$12,242 + $58,349
$70,591
2010
$656 (+1.3%)
$12,002 + $57,205
$69,207
2009
$648 (+2.3%)
$11,913 + $56,778
$68,691
2008
$633
$11,942 + $56,913
$68,855
Tax history for 26855 Cape Horn Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,063 (−1.3%)
$208,080 + $307,958
$516,038
2024
$5,129 (+8.7%)
$204,000 + $301,920
$505,920
2023
$4,718 (+421.7%)
$200,000 + $292,000
$492,000
2022
$904 (+2.2%)
$204,000 + $255,000
$459,000
2021
$885 (+1.2%)
$14,484 + $69,057
$83,541
2020
$874 (+2.0%)
$14,200 + $67,703
$81,903
2019
$857 (+3.6%)
$14,055 + $67,009
$81,064
2018
$827 (+11.7%)
$13,780 + $65,696
$79,476
2017
$740 (+2.4%)
$13,246 + $63,146
$76,392
2016
$723 (+2.7%)
$13,246 + $63,146
$76,392
2015
$704 (+1.7%)
$12,987 + $61,908
$74,895
2014
$692 (−0.2%)
$12,542 + $59,785
$72,327
2013
$694 (+2.2%)
$12,542 + $59,785
$72,327
2012
$679 (+2.7%)
$12,486 + $59,515
$72,001
2011
$661 (+0.8%)
$12,242 + $58,349
$70,591
2010
$656 (+1.3%)
$12,002 + $57,205
$69,207
2009
$648 (+2.3%)
$11,913 + $56,778
$68,691
2008
$633
$11,942 + $56,913
$68,855
*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
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.4 Acres
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
2,020
Year built
1969
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Placer County
APN
099070018000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
May 15, 2024 • Final
Residential: full review - additions, adu, accessory structures, pools, remodel, demo, generators, and other
Remove and replace plumbing fixtures in a kitchen and three bathrooms.
Bathroom
Kitchen
Plumbing
May 15, 2024 • Final
Residential: full review - additions, adu, accessory structures, pools, remodel, demo, generators, and other
Convert a second-story laundry room into a master bathroom. Install a new shower pan, bathtub, double vanity, and electrical components. No structural changes are included.
Bathroom
Remodel
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.
Appliances: Built-In Gas Oven, Compactor, Dishwasher, Electric Cook Top
Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling
Laundry Features: Cabinets, Electric, Inside Room
Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Deck
Pets Allowed: Yes
Window Features: Dual Pane Partial
Levels: Multi/Split
# of Stories: 2
Room Information
Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Deck Attached, View
Kitchen Features: Pantry Closet, Laminate Counter
Dining Room Features: Dining/Family Combo
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen
Lower Level: Full Bath(s), Garage
Upper Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: None
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
Property Condition: Fixer
Year Built: 1,969
Land Information
Land Use: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Features: Private, Low Maintenance
Lot Size Square Feet: 148,104
Lot Size Acres: 3.4
Other Structures: Shed(s), Workshop, Outbuilding
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Internet Available
Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
Sewer: Septic System
Irrigation Source: None
Water Source: Well
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School Information
School District County: Placer
Elementary School District: Colfax Elementary
Middle Or Junior School District: Colfax Elementary
High School District: Placer Union High
Location Information
Postal Code Plus 4: 9412
Postal Code: 95713
County Or Parish: Placer
CrossStreet: Cape Horn Road East
Directions: From Auburn area, exit 140 Secret Town/Rollins Lake. Turn Right on Magra Road. Left on Norton Grade Road, Keep right on Norton Grade Road. Turn left on Cape Horn Road East, then sharp right on Cape Horn. Continue to PIQ on right.
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 26855
Unparsed Address: 26855 Cape Horn Rd, Colfax, CA 95713-9412
Street Address Filtered: 26855 Cape Horn Rd
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,020
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Placer County
APN: 099070018000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: Philip A Velez
Co-Selling Agent
CoBuyer Agent Full Name: Non-MLS Member
Around this home
Schools
Colfax Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
6/10
Colfax High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 98° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
22 unhealthy days expected this year, 32 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 13.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$511,000 – $618,000
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