Beautifully updated, 4587 sq. ft home on 5 serene acres with a circular drive and seasonal stream; a perfect escape from city life yet just 14 min. to downtown Grass Valley! The open floor plan is ideal for entertaining with ample space for guests and extended family and all the day-to-day living on the main floor. The Great Room, with floor-to-ceiling windows and a 12'x16' dining area, opens to an expansive back deck and includes a COOK'S KITCHEN with granite counters, a breakfast bar, custom island, gas range, open shelving, and abundant storage. A retreat off the kitchen serves as an exercise room or 2nd office, while the large study features a custom Murphy bed. The MASTER SUITE includes two walk-in closets (one wired for a sauna), and a luxurious bath w/soaking tub, custom cabinets, and a double-headed shower. Two guest bedrooms, laundry room, and a 2nd bath w/a soaking tub, double vanity & shower complete the main floor. Downstairs, an additional 1500 sq. ft. of conditioned living space includes a large FAMILY ROOM with dyed concrete floors, a live edge bar & high ceilings with faux trusses, an OFFICE, a 4th bedroom w/ loft and a walk-in closet, a large craft room, a 3/4 bath. 16x22 storage room, 20x25 workshop and an oversized garage.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
5.47 acresLot Size
$194Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Robin Nichols•DRE #01932643• South Fork Realty
Bought with Robin Nichols•DRE #01932643• South Fork Realty
Kitchen Features: Pantry Cabinet, Skylight(s), Granite Counter, Island
Kitchen Dimensions: 0x0
Family Room Dimensions: 0x0
Dining Room Features: Formal Area
Dining Room Dimensions: 0x0
2nd Bedroom Dimensions: 0x0
3rd Bedroom Dimensions: 0x0
4th Bedroom Dimensions: 0x0
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bedroom, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Street Entrance
Lower Level: Bedroom(s), Family Room, Garage, Retreat, Street Entrance
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Allows Horses: No
Roof: Cement, Shingle
Pool Information
Has Private Pool: No
Has Spa: No
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Subtype Description: Custom, Ranchette/Country
Year Built: 1,996
Lot Information
Lot Features: Private, Shape Irregular, See Remarks, Low Maintenance
Lot Size Square Feet: 238,273
Lot Size Acres: 5.47
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Connected, Propane Tank Owned, Underground Utilities, Internet Available, See Remarks
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Septic System
Irrigation Source: None
Water Source: Well
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School Information
School District County: Nevada
Elementary School District: Nevada City
Middle Or Junior School District: Nevada City
High School District: Nevada Joint Union
Location Information
Postal Code Plus 4: 6402
Postal Code: 95949
County Or Parish: Nevada
CrossStreet: Carrie Dr.
Directions: From Auburn/Sacramento: Hwy. 49N to Alta Sierra Dr., Right on Gary, Left on Carrie, Right on Rainbow Rd. to PIQ. From Nevada City/Grass Valley: Hwy. 49S toward Auburn to McKnight Way to La Barr Meadows to Dog Bar Rd., Right on Carrie Dr., Left on Rainbow Rd. to PIQ.
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 12017
Unparsed Address: 12017 Rainbow Rd, Grass Valley, CA 95949-6402
Street Address Filtered: 12017 Rainbow Rd
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,087
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.47 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: —
County: Nevada County
APN: 026470026000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: Robin L Nichols
Around this home
Schools
Bell Hill Academy
Public K-4 • Assigned • 5.5mi
7/10
Lyman Gilmore Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 6.0mi
4/10
Bear River High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.7mi
8/10
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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
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
37 unhealthy days expected this year, 39 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 13.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$846,000 – $1.02M
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