Storybook 1953 Cabin, 2 Bed 1 Bath with a Bonus Office/Flex Room, on . 22 Acres! Built in 1953 and set on a beautifully maintained . 22-acre lot along a county-maintained street with easy winter access, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath storybook cabin does the hard work of first impressions before you even reach the front door. A steep gabled roofline and cedar shake siding rise above stone wainscoting along the base, and the front yard is beautifully landscaped with mature trees and flowers. A paver walkway leads you in, and the whole picture reads as one of the best-kept properties on the street. Step inside to a charming, vintage-feeling mudroom that sets the tone for everything to come, opening straight into a warm, inviting living room, dining area, and kitchen, full of the cabin's old Idyllwild character: open beam ceilings, heavy wood doors, and original cabinetry the current owners have lovingly preserved and meticulously maintained. The kitchen comes fully equipped with all-new appliances, and a full bath and laundry closet complete the main level. To the right, a few steps down, a generously sized primary bedroom offers its own loft space. Original stairs at the center of the kitchen and living area lead up to a second bedroom with its own adjacent office space, tucked away and full of possibility. Beneath that character, the systems have been thoroughly modernized: over $60,000 in updates completed in 2017, including new insulation, drywall, and double-pane windows throughout, a heavy-duty propane line run fresh from tank to house, and a rebuilt bathroom with a custom tiled shower. Electrical was upgraded with a generator receptacle at the panel, so the systems are as current. From the kitchen, a second mudroom leads straight out to a magical backyard, the kind of space you never want to leave. A custom deck and private spa anchor the yard, all wrapped in full fencing, with a greenhouse and two storage sheds tucked in alongside a dedicated firewood shed. A large carport with boat parking sits to the left of the house, while dedicated RV parking is found on the right side. A rare combination of preserved character and modern reliability, ready for its next owner.
Set on a beautifully maintained . 22-acre lot along a county-maintained street with easy winter access, this storybook cabin makes an impression before you even reach the front door. A steep gabled roofline and cedar shake siding rise above stone wainscoting along the base, framed by a beautifully landscaped front yard. Step inside to a charming, vintage-feeling mudroom that opens straight into a warm living room, dining area, and kitchen, full of original character: open beam ceilings, heavy wood doors, and original cabinetry the current owners have lovingly preserved and meticulously maintained. The kitchen is fully equipped with newer appliances, and a full bath and laundry closet complete the main level. To the right, a few steps down, a generously sized primary bedroom offers its own loft space, while original stairs at the center of the home lead up to a second bedroom with its own adjacent office. Beneath that character, the systems have been thoroughly modernized: over $60,000 in updates completed in 2017, including new insulation, drywall, and double-pane windows throughout, a heavy-duty propane line run fresh from tank to house, and a rebuilt bathroom with a custom tiled shower. Electrical was upgraded with a generator receptacle at the panel. Out back, a magical, fully fenced yard centers on a custom deck and private spa, with a greenhouse and two storage sheds tucked in alongside a dedicated firewood shed. A large carport with boat parking sits to the left of the house, while dedicated RV parking is found on the right. A rare combination of preserved character and modern reliability, ready for its next owner.
TheMLS #26866229PS
Jul 30, 2026
Listed
$449,000
$329/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 2, 2014
Sold
$186,000
$136/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 29, 2000
Sold
$109,500
$80/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 28, 1996
Sold
$111,000
$81/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 2, 1990
Sold
$50,000
$37/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,725 (+2.9%)
$63,836 + $164,161
$227,997
2024
$2,647 (+1.0%)
$63,836 + $164,161
$227,997
2023
$2,620 (+1.9%)
$62,585 + $160,943
$223,528
2022
$2,571 (+2.4%)
$61,358 + $157,788
$219,146
2021
$2,510 (+2.2%)
$60,155 + $154,695
$214,850
2020
$2,457 (+3.0%)
$58,976 + $151,662
$210,638
2019
$2,385 (+4.0%)
$58,372 + $150,107
$208,479
2018
$2,293 (+2.1%)
$57,228 + $147,164
$204,392
2017
$2,245 (+0.8%)
$55,006 + $141,450
$196,456
2016
$2,227 (−2.4%)
$55,006 + $141,450
$196,456
2015
$2,281 (+36.1%)
$53,928 + $138,677
$192,605
2014
$1,676 (+4.9%)
$61,454 + $72,515
$133,969
2013
$1,597 (+1.9%)
$61,454 + $72,515
$133,969
2012
$1,567 (+1.9%)
$61,177 + $72,189
$133,366
2011
$1,537 (+1.9%)
$59,978 + $70,774
$130,752
2010
$1,509 (+1.3%)
$58,802 + $69,387
$128,189
2009
$1,489 (+0.7%)
$58,363 + $68,869
$127,232
2008
$1,478
$58,502 + $69,034
$127,536
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
9,583 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,363
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,363
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
559173007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
9/10 Fire Factor
59% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
0 hot days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
15 unhealthy days expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Idyllwild, CA • 92549
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Sun exposure
14/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
2.6 hrs
0.2 hr
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 52731 Sylvan Way
$440,447
$8,553 under list price of $449K
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