Nestled just outside Alta Sierra in Clover Valley Ranches, this charming single-family home offers privacy, space, and breathtaking natural beauty on 5.38 acres in a quiet neighborhood. This home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a desirable open-concept layout designed for comfortable everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen and living room flow seamlessly together, offering ample cabinet space and a living area wired for surround sound. A door off the main living space leads to the deck perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or taking in the expansive views and stunning sunsets that surround the property. The land itself is a special highlight featuring a diverse landscape with flat, gentle, and steep slopes, offering both usable space and natural terrain, a seasonal creek accented by natural rock outcroppings, and private hiking trails throughout the property. There are several locations to grow your own vegetables, Zoning allows for livestock, with a flat area near the home ideal for poultry, plus roosters are permitted, making this an excellent opportunity for those seeking a small homestead or hobby farm lifestyle. There is also a RV pad with electricity plus there is also a gated area to park your boat, so bring your toys to enjoy what the foothills has to offer. Enjoy the peace and seclusion of country living while remaining conveniently close to Alta Sierra amenities this property offers a rare blend of comfort, functionality, and natural surroundings.
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
5.39 acresLot Size
$401Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Judy Templeton•DRE #01440900• Todd's Valley Realty
Listed by Kim Poiesz•DRE #01278873• Todd's Valley Realty
Bought with Judy Templeton•DRE #01440900• Todd's Valley Realty
Bought with Kim Poiesz•DRE #01278873• Todd's Valley Realty
Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Deck Attached, Great Room, View, Open Beam Ceiling
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Island, Stone Counter, Kitchen/Family Combo
Dining Room Features: Breakfast Nook, Dining Bar
Basement: Partial
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bedroom, Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Street Entrance
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: Semi-Custom
Year Built: 1,989
Land Information
Land Use: Poultry, Residential
Lot Information
Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Manual Sprinkler Front, Garden, Landscape Front
Lot Size Square Feet: 234,788
Lot Size Acres: 5.39
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: DSL Available, Internet Available, Propane Tank Leased
Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
Sewer: Septic System
Irrigation Source: Public District
Water Source: Abandoned Well, Meter on Site, Water District
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: Yes
Association Mandatory: No
Association Amenities: See Remarks
Association Fee: $49
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
School District County: Nevada
Elementary School District: Grass Valley
Middle Or Junior School District: Pleasant Ridge
High School District: Nevada Joint Union
Location Information
Postal Code Plus 4: 6554
Postal Code: 95949
County Or Parish: Nevada
CrossStreet: Rainbow Road
Directions: Highway 49 turn on Lime Kiln Road, left on Lawrence Way, Left on Brewer Road, right on Gary Way, right on Carrie Drive, right on Rainbow to Fay Drive. Property is on Right.
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 15438
Subdivision Name: Clover Valley Ranches
Unparsed Address: 15438 Fay Rd, Alta Sierra, CA 95949-6554
Street Address Filtered: 15438 Fay Rd
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,556
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.39 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: —
County: Nevada County
APN: 026480002000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: Judy C Templeton
Co-Selling Agent
CoBuyer Agent Full Name: Kim A Poiesz
Around this home
Schools
Alta Sierra Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
7/10
Magnolia Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.8mi
7/10
Bear River High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.2mi
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
Grass Valley, CA • 95949
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 13.6 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$593,000 – $717,000
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