This home's estimate is 40.2% higher than the average sale price ($498K) of 6 comparable homes.
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11780 Lower Colfax Rd, Grass Valley, CA 95945
About this home
A RARE FIND AWAITS. This circa 1932 COTTAGE is beautifully situated on 2.27 magnificent acres only 3 miles to historic Grass Valley. Three giant Redwoods stand sentinal over this charming home creating an natural ambiance that cannot be compared. Cool breezes make al fresco dining on the patio comfortable even on the warmest summer days. So many features to be noted: an arched "River Of Life" front door, the remarkable fireplace created from indigenous rocks (a nod to the Arts & Crafts roots of this home,) built-in shelves & desk, & amazing oak floors w/ Mahogoney Inserts. There is a formal dining room, a generous kitchen with expansive windows & a breakfast area. The spacious Primary Bedroom has woodsy accents, a big picture window & cozy fireplace. Abundant water with a well, NID "ditch" water & a spring. Also,there are amazing established gardens, a seasonal pond, & NID Canal. Enjoy perfect MOUNTAIN VIEWS from the Living Room & Primary Bedroom's picture windows. A big BONUS is the DETACHED GUEST HOUSE with bedroom, living room, kitchen & bath (& room for expanding) plus it's own septic system. Additionally, a 2 stall Carriage House, a Wood Shed, Garage & even a wine cellar. This Vintage home is one of a kind with unmistakable ambiance & style! All inspections complete.

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Market trends in 95945, CA
Last updated August 2026
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- NEW 19 HRS AGO
- OPEN TODAY, 4PM TO 7PM$525,0003 beds2 baths1,411 sq ft228 Success Mine Loop, Grass Valley, CA 95945Century 21 Cornerstone Realty
- $350,0002 beds2 baths1,232 sq ft219 Woodside Ct, Grass Valley, CA 95945Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty
- $309,0001 bed1 bath615 sq ft134 Catalpa Ln, Grass Valley, CA 95945Wesely & Associates, Wesely & Associates
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Sale history for 11780 Lower Colfax Rd
$365/sq ft
$162/sq ft
$87/sq ft
$78/sq ft
Tax history for 11780 Lower Colfax Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
- Parking & Garage Information
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: 1/2 Car Space, Detached, Guest Parking Available
- Driveway Sidewalks: Gravel, Paved Driveway
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Bathrooms (Full): 2
- Master Bathroom Features: Double Sinks
- Other Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Tile, Tub, Window
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms (Total): 2
- Master Bedroom Features: Ground Floor, Sitting Area
- Heating & Cooling
- Cooling: Central
- Heating: Propane, Central
- Interior Features
- Appliances: Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Hood Over Range, Dishwasher
- Fireplaces Total: 2
- Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Dining Room, Stone, Wood Burning
- Flooring: Wood
- Interior Features: Open Beam Ceiling
- Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Dryer Included, Washer Included
- Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Patio
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Levels: One
- # of Stories: 1
- Room Information
- Room Type: Master Bathroom, Baths Other, Master Bedroom, Storage, Wine Cellar, Kitchen, Living Room
- Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, View, Open Beam Ceiling
- Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Stone Counter, Tile Counter
- Dining Room Features: Breakfast Nook, Formal Room, Space in Kitchen
- Basement: Full
- Main Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Full Bath(s), Kitchen
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Allows Horses: No
- Roof: Composition, Metal
- Pool Information
- Has Private Pool: No
- Has Spa: No
- Property Information
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Sub Type: 2 Houses on Lot
- Subtype Description: Custom, Ranchette/Country
- Year Built: 1,932
- Has ADU/2nd Unit
- Land Information
- Land Use: Residential
- Lot Information
- Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler Front, Auto Sprinkler Rear, Pond Seasonal
- Lot Size Square Feet: 98,881
- Lot Size Acres: 2.27
- Other Structures: Pergola, Storage, Guest House, Workshop, Outbuilding
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Utilities: Propane Tank Owned, Internet Available
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Septic Connected
- Irrigation Source: Spring(s)
- Water Source: Untreated, Well, Other
Location
- HOA Information
- Association YN: No
- School Information
- School District County: Nevada
- Elementary School District: Union Hill
- Middle Or Junior School District: Union Hill
- High School District: Nevada Joint Union
- Location Information
- Postal Code: 95945
- County Or Parish: Nevada
- CrossStreet: Rhoda Rd
- Directions: Highway 174 from Grass Valley, Right on Rattlesnake Rd to Left at PIQ
- State Or Province: CA
- Street Number Numeric: 11780
- Unparsed Address: 11780 Lower Colfax Rd, Grass Valley, CA 95945
- Street Address Filtered: 11780 Lower Colfax Rd
- Community Information
- Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
- Beds: 2
- Baths: 1.0
- Sq. Ft.: —
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 2.27 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1932
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Nevada County
- APN: 012020018000
Other
- Selling Agent
- Buyer Agent Full Name: Noel E White Jr.
Around this home
Schools
Charter K-6 • Assigned • 1.0mi
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 95° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
34 unhealthy days expected this year, 40 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 13.5 hours in June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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