ASSUMABLE LOAN WITH 300K down or Seller financing for a portion with large down & seller/VA loan approval.... giddy'up - blaze the trails on this 40 beautiful acres with a cottage full of artistic details. This charming residence exudes a fairy tale feel and feels larger than its square footage suggests. The cottage was originally intended as a guest house & the property is ready for expansion with a 4-bedroom septic system, water holding tanks, a 5.34 KW solar system, & 440-amp electrical service. The 40 acres offer potential for a family compound with at least 4 sites with views! Explore hiking paths, relax on the gravel patio with tree round stepping stones, enjoy the picnic area, or tend to the large garden. Built with 2x6 construction, two-tone stucco, and a standing seam metal roof, this home is fire-resilient. The upgraded dual-pane windows & abundant natural light fill this open floor plan. The 2-car garage is partially designed for office use. The barn includes two 12 x 12 stalls & a 10 x 12 tack/feed room, with additional plans available. Just a few miles from schools, shopping, services, & dining, the possibilities are endless, including land division, ranching, a vineyard & more. 1031 exchange buyers welcome.
Single-familyProperty Type
2007Year Built
40 acresLot Size
$548Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Sally Long Johns•DRE #01308662• Century 21 Select Real Estate
Listed by Sarah Henjum•DRE #01995123• Century 21 Select Real Estate
Bought with Stacy Stanley•DRE #01430173• HomeSmart ICARE Realty
Other Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Stone, Tile
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 1
Master Bedroom Features: Sitting Room, Closet
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central
Heating: Central, Wood Stove
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Free Standing Electric Range
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Insert, Wood Burning
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Wood
Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Ground Floor, Washer Included, See Remarks, Inside Area
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Pets Allowed: Yes
Window Features: Bay Window(s), Dual Pane Full
Levels: One
# of Stories: 1
Room Information
Living Room Features: View, Other
Kitchen Features: Granite Counter
Dining Room Features: Space in Kitchen, Formal Area
2nd Bedroom Dimensions: 0x0
3rd Bedroom Dimensions: 0x0
4th Bedroom Dimensions: 0x0
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Street Entrance
Lower Level: Master Bedroom, Full Bath(s), Street Entrance, Kitchen, Living Room
Upper Level: Loft
Basement Sq.Ft.: 0
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Fencing: Partial
Allows Horses: Yes
Horse Amenities: 1-6 Stalls, Riding Trail, Hay Storage
Roof: Metal
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: Original
Year Built: 2,007
Land Information
Land Use: Agricultural, Ranch, Residential, Livestock, See Remarks
Lot Information
Lot Features: Private, Garden, See Remarks
Lot Size Square Feet: 1,742,400
Lot Size Acres: 40
Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage, Outbuilding
Utilities
Green Energy Information
Power Production Year Install: 0
Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
Power Production Size: 0.00
Utility Information
Utilities: Internet Available, Propane Tank Leased
Electric: 440 Volts
Sewer: Septic System, See Remarks
Irrigation Source: None
Water Source: Storage Tank, Private, Well
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School Information
School District County: Nevada
Elementary School District: Pleasant Ridge
Middle Or Junior School District: Pleasant Ridge
High School District: Nevada Joint Union
Location Information
Postal Code Plus 4: 9522
Postal Code: 95949
County Or Parish: Nevada
CrossStreet: Dog Bar
Directions: Dog Bar Rd to River Ranch nearly to end. When you see the ROCKY road on your left - take it. There is only about 1/4 mile of rough road - then take the 1st left on to the property driveway.
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 16710
Unparsed Address: 16710 River Ranch Rd, Grass Valley, CA 95949-9522
Street Address Filtered: 16710 River Ranch Rd
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 582
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 40 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2007
Year Renovated: —
County: Nevada County
APN: 027020001000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: Stacy Stanley
Around this home
0/100 Car-Dependent
Schools
Places
Transit
Cottage Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.7mi
6/10
Magnolia Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi
7/10
Bear River High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
8/10
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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
5% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 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
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
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
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Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$533,000 – $645,000
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