A rare Russian River opportunity! Nestled among majestic redwoods on approximately 0.47 acre of 5 total combined parcels, this beautifully renovated approximately 506 sq. ft. historic cabin offers the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and future potential. The Studio-style historic cabin with an open living/sleeping area featuring a built-in Murphy bed, an interior half bath, and private outdoor shower and bathtub surrounded by the redwood. The intensively restored cabin features an improved foundation, updated kitchen and bath, appliances, newer hardwood flooring, lighting, roof, electric, plumbing, modern finishes and newer interior and exterior paint all within last 2 years. Enjoy city water, PG&E power, septic, a private hot tub space, outdoor shower and bathtub under the redwood, and a peaceful setting with beautiful redwood and river views. A nearby path provides easy access to the Russian River for swimming, kayaking, fishing, paddleboarding, and endless summer recreations. What truly sets this property apart is the additional newer foundation for a future 2-bedroom, 2-bath completed with possible yoga studio and sauna (in basement level) home, with the newer septic system - saving significant time, expense, and development effort (buyer to verify). Detached workshop/studio offering flexible space for hobbies, storage, or creative use. Three additional storage sheds, including one with a washer and dryer already in place, provide abundant storage for tools, outdoor equipment, and recreational gear. Bring your RV, boat, or outdoor toys! The property offers generous storage space, and the wide side gate may provide the potential for vehicle access all the way down to the lower level (buyer to verify), making it especially convenient for storing kayaks, trailers, ATVs, or other recreational equipment. Located just minutes from downtown Guerneville, you'll enjoy easy access to charming restaurants, boutiques, local wineries and amenities, breweries, coffee shops, Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, the Russian River, and the beautiful Sonoma Coast. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, vacation home or investment opportunity with exceptional future building potential, this one-of-a-kind property offers the very best of the Russian River lifestyle!
Single-familyProperty Type
0.47 acresLot Size
$642Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Sherry Shi•DRE #02168627• Keller Williams Realty
A rare Russian River opportunity! Nestled among majestic redwoods on approximately 0.47 acre of 5 total combined parcels, this beautifully renovated approximately 506 sq. ft. historic cabin offers the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and future potential. The Studio-style cabin with an open living/sleeping area featuring a built-in Murphy bed, an interior half bath, and private outdoor shower and bathtub surrounded by the redwood. The intensively restored cabin features an improved foundation, updated kitchen and bath, appliances, newer hardwood flooring, lighting, roof, electric, plumbing, modern finishes and newer interior and exterior paint all within last 2 years. Enjoy city water, PG&E power, septic, a private hot tub space, outdoor shower and bathtub under the redwood, and a peaceful setting with beautiful redwood and river views. A nearby path provides easy access to the Russian River for swimming, kayaking, fishing, paddleboarding, and endless summer recreations. What truly sets this property apart is the additional newer foundation for a future 2-bedroom, 2-bath completed with possible yoga studio and sauna (in basement level) home, with the newer septic system - saving significant time, expense, and development effort (buyer to verify). Detached workshop/studio offering flexible space for hobbies, storage, or creative use. Three additional storage sheds, including one with a washer and dryer already in place, provide abundant storage for tools, outdoor equipment, and recreational gear. Bring your RV, boat, or outdoor toys! The property offers generous storage space, and the wide side gate may provide the potential for vehicle access all the way down to the lower level (buyer to verify), making it especially convenient for storing kayaks, trailers, ATVs, or other recreational equipment. Located just minutes from downtown Guerneville, you'll enjoy easy access to charming restaurants, boutiques, local wineries and amenities, breweries, coffee shops, Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, the Russian River, and the beautiful Sonoma Coast. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, vacation home or investment opportunity with exceptional future building potential, this one-of-a-kind property offers the very best of the Russian River lifestyle!
BAREIS #321036525
Dec 1, 2021
Sold
$285,000
$563/sq ft
Nov 6, 2021
Contingent
—
Jul 14, 2021
Relisted
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Jun 24, 2021
Contingent
—
May 12, 2021
Listed
$299,000
$591/sq ft
A Rare Opportunity to purchase the land, all the plans, designs, new septic system and foundations to build a spectacular 2 bed, 2 bath home complete with yoga studio and sauna with views of the river, on half an acre. It also comes with a rustic cabin that enables you to enjoy the property and the hot tub while the construction is completed. The property includes 5 separate parcels giving complete privacy for an idyllic escape from the city. The plans, site work, septic system and foundations, alone, cost the owners $670,000. Waiting for new owners to complete the vision so meticulously started by the current owner.
BAREIS #22012479
Jul 9, 2020
Listed
*
Public Records
Oct 14, 2005
Sold
$309,000
$611/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 29, 1976
Sold
$10,000
$20/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,563 (+1.7%)
$162,364 + $108,242
$270,606
2024
$3,504 (+28.0%)
$159,181 + $106,120
$265,301
2023
$2,737 (+1.8%)
$143,627 + $52,345
$195,972
2022
$2,689 (+3.1%)
$140,811 + $51,319
$192,130
2021
$2,607 (−1.6%)
$138,050 + $50,313
$188,363
2020
$2,651 (+2.4%)
$135,344 + $49,327
$184,671
2019
$2,588 (+1.5%)
$133,957 + $48,822
$182,779
2018
$2,549 (+3.5%)
$131,331 + $47,865
$179,196
2017
$2,462 (−11.9%)
$126,232 + $46,007
$172,239
2015
$2,794 (+9.7%)
$123,757 + $45,105
$168,862
2014
$2,547 (+17.2%)
$62,500 + $87,000
$149,500
2013
$2,172 (+59.7%)
$62,500 + $87,000
$149,500
2012
$1,360 (−48.6%)
$62,500 + $87,000
$149,500
2011
$2,647 (−8.1%)
$32,000 + $44,000
$76,000
2010
$2,879 (−1.6%)
$82,000 + $114,000
$196,000
2009
$2,927 (−20.9%)
$94,000 + $130,000
$224,000
2007
$3,702
$130,050 + $181,029
$311,079
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,250 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1925
Finished Sq. Ft.
200
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
200
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sonoma County
APN
072280002000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
Feb 22, 2024 • Final
Building permit with plan check
Construct a replacement single-family home with decks. Add retaining walls to the proposed single-family home.
Addition
Dec 18, 2023 • Active
Building permit with plan check
Construct a replacement single-family home with decks and retaining walls.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
17 unhealthy days expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Guerneville, CA • 95446
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Sun exposure
79/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Guerneville. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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