There's gold in them thar hills! Own a rare and unique piece of history. Strap on your helmet light and explore the actual goldmine on the property. Listen to the walls talk about the history of man against rock. Hand built cabin sits on almost 20 acres with endless views, custom rock work, a large primary retreat with additional room and full bath for guests. Space to tinker in metal and wood shop or just relax in multiple outside lounging areas. Perfect place to get away from whatever ails you, disconnect from the rat race and embrace the quiet solitude.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
19.22 acresLot Size
$291Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Darren Daily•DRE #01778169• Darren Daily, Broker
Bought with Darren Daily•DRE #01778169• Darren Daily, Broker
*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
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
19.22 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
408
Year built
1950
Style
Vacant Land
County
Tuolumne County
APN
084010002000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
RE-10
Residential Estate; 10 Acre Minimum District
The purpose of the Residential Estate, Ten Acre Minimum RE-10 District is to provide areas for countryestate type living conditions while maintaining large areas of open space dedicated to agricultural pursuits, grazing or left undisturbed. The RE-10 district is intended to occur where few municipal services are available nor is a zoning district where demand for such services in these areas desired. Public water and sewer are not required for development in this district.
Dining Room Features: Dining/Family Combo, Space in Kitchen
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Dining Room, Loft, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen
Lower Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen
Upper Level: Loft, Master Bedroom, Full Bath(s)
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: 1,950
Lot Information
Lot Features: Dead End, Secluded, Garden
Lot Size Square Feet: 837,223
Lot Size Acres: 19.22
Other Structures: Cave(s), Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
Utilities
Utility Information
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Septic System
Irrigation Source: See Remarks
Water Source: Untreated, Water District, See Remarks
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School Information
School District County: Tuolumne
Elementary School District: Columbia Union
Middle Or Junior School District: Columbia Union
High School District: Sonora Union High
Location Information
Postal Code Plus 4: 9762
Postal Code: 95310
County Or Parish: Tuolumne
CrossStreet: Yankee Hill
Directions: Yankee Hill From Columbia. Stay on Yankee at the fork. Shanghai is a dirt road off the right of Yankee. House is last one up the road on left.
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 12950
Unparsed Address: 12950 Shanghai Mine Rd, Columbia, CA 95310-9762
Street Address Filtered: 12950 Shanghai Mine Rd
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 408
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 19.22 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Tuolumne County
APN: 084010002000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: Darren T Daily
Around this home
Schools
Columbia Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
7/10
Sonora High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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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
12% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
4 days above 96° expected this year, 9 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
31 unhealthy days expected this year, 33 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Columbia, CA • 95310
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 13.3 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$360,000 – $435,000
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