''Whispering Pines'' is a timeless mountain retreat where classic 1958 character meets peaceful forest living. Wrapped in warm knotty pine walls, ceilings, and original kitchen cabinetry, this cabin radiates authentic charm that's becoming harder to find. Step inside to an inviting open kitchen and dining area, where vaulted ceilings and a brick fireplace create a cozy yet airy gathering space. Just beyond, the living room continues the rich pine aesthetic, anchored by a propane stove and bathed in natural light from multiple windows. The perfect setting for snowy evenings or quiet mornings with coffee. The generous bedroom offers privacy and convenience with direct access to the ¾ bath. A glass door leads you onto the back deck, where you'll overlook a spacious backyard dotted with pines and oaks. An ideal setting for entertaining, gardening, or simply letting the mountain air melt the day away. Tucked close to town, Idyllwild County Park, and scenic hiking trails, this property offers the perfect balance of accessibility and escape. Nature awaits at Whispering Pines where your mountain sanctuary is calling!
Single-familyProperty Type
1958Year Built
7,405 sq ftLot Size
$359Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Shannon Johnston•DRE #02063955• Robin Oates Real Estate Inc
Idyllbrook Meadows, located between Idyllwild Park and the Idyllwild Arts campus, is a wooded and low-key Idyllwild-Pine Cove neighborhood with cabin-lined lanes and meadow-edge views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around North Circle Drive at Village Center Drive, where coffee windows, art galleries, and small-market storefronts set a mountain-town rhythm. Community pillars include Idyllwild Arts, the Rustic Theatre, and Idyllwild Brewpub. Architecture leans toward mid-century cabins and newer mountain homes with decks and tall pines as a backdrop. Footpaths and quiet roads connect to trailheads and picnic lawns, keeping daily life oriented to the outdoors. Evenings read as porch lights, cool air, and a short drive to live music and local dining.
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Market insights
53460 Tollgate Rd · $319,000
DAYS ON MARKET
137 days
The average home goes pending in 47 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.0%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$319,000
Median sale price in this area is $632,123. (98% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
3 price drops
18% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Fully furnished
Brick fireplace in the kitchen
Living room
Dining area
Bathrooms
One 3/4 bathroom
Kitchen
Gas range
Gas oven
Microwave
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer located in a closet
Flooring
Laminate flooring
Heating & cooling
Fireplace(s) heating
Propane gas and wood fuel options
Wall/window air conditioning unit(s)
Exterior features
Deck
Lot is approximately 0.17 acre
Fee simple land
Home design
Cabin-style single-family home
Detached, one-story
Composition shingle roof
Wood exterior
Parking
2 total parking spaces (2 uncovered/assigned)
Other parking type
Security
No security features reported
Construction
Built (year per assessor)
Wood construction
Utilities
Water provided by a water district (Idyllwild Water District)
Sewer: other
HOA & community
No monthly association fee
Other
Sale terms: conventional or cash
Possession at close of escrow
Refrigerator excluded from sale
Not available for lease (will not consider)
Short-term rental status unknown
Directions: Take Highway 243 to Tollgate Rd.; house is on the right before Lake Lane (cross street: Lake Lane)
Electricity and solar
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"Whispering Pines" is a timeless mountain retreat where classic 1958 character meets peaceful forest living. Wrapped in warm knotty pine walls, ceilings, and original kitchen cabinetry, this cabin radiates authentic charm that's becoming harder to find. Step inside to an inviting open kitchen and dining area, where vaulted ceilings and a brick fireplace create a cozy yet airy gathering space. Just beyond, the living room continues the rich pine aesthetic, anchored by a propane stove and bathed in natural light from multiple windows. The perfect setting for snowy evenings or quiet mornings with coffee. The generous bedroom offers privacy and convenience with direct access to the ¾ bath. A glass door leads you onto the back deck, where you'll overlook a spacious backyard dotted with pines and oaks. An ideal setting for entertaining, gardening, or simply letting the mountain air melt the day away. Tucked close to town, Idyllwild County Park, and scenic hiking trails, this property offers the perfect balance of accessibility and escape. Nature awaits at Whispering Pines where your mountain sanctuary is calling!
GPSMLS #219146188
Aug 11, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 9, 2026
Price Changed
$319,000
$359/sq ft
Jul 3, 2026
Price Changed
$329,000
$370/sq ft
May 24, 2026
Price Changed
$334,900
$377/sq ft
Apr 8, 2026
Listed
$344,900
$388/sq ft
IAOR #2010138
Oct 5, 2023
Relisted
—
Sep 11, 2023
Contingent
—
Sep 8, 2023
Price Changed
$359,000
$404/sq ft
Aug 21, 2023
Price Changed
$369,000
$416/sq ft
Jun 26, 2023
Price Changed
$379,000
$427/sq ft
Apr 13, 2023
Listed
$390,000
$439/sq ft
GPSMLS #219095846
Oct 5, 2023
Relisted
—
Sep 11, 2023
Contingent
—
Sep 8, 2023
Price Changed
$359,000
$404/sq ft
Aug 21, 2023
Price Changed
$369,000
$416/sq ft
Jun 26, 2023
Price Changed
$379,000
$427/sq ft
Apr 13, 2023
Listed
$390,000
$439/sq ft
GPSMLS #219047190
Jan 1, 2021
Pending
—
Dec 1, 2020
Sold
$259,000
$292/sq ft
Aug 7, 2020
Contingent
—
Aug 5, 2020
Listed
$259,000
$292/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #219047190DA
Dec 1, 2020
Sold
$259,000
$292/sq ft
Aug 5, 2020
Listed
$259,000
$292/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 22, 2020
Sold
$259,000
$292/sq ft
GPSMLS #219043043
Jun 3, 2020
Listing Removed
—
May 29, 2020
Price Changed
$249,700
$281/sq ft
May 15, 2020
Listed
$267,000
$301/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 6, 2002
Sold
$164,000
$185/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 25, 1990
Sold
$73,500
$83/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,491 (+2.6%)
$64,945 + $215,402
$280,347
2024
$3,402 (+1.0%)
$64,945 + $215,402
$280,347
2023
$3,370 (+1.8%)
$63,672 + $211,179
$274,851
2022
$3,310 (+2.2%)
$62,424 + $207,039
$269,463
2021
$3,239 (+18.5%)
$61,200 + $202,980
$264,180
2020
$2,735 (+2.8%)
$60,000 + $199,000
$259,000
2019
$2,660 (+3.7%)
$59,582 + $157,584
$217,166
2018
$2,564 (+4.1%)
$58,414 + $154,495
$212,909
2017
$2,464 (+2.7%)
$55,000 + $145,000
$200,000
2016
$2,400 (+12.8%)
$55,000 + $145,000
$200,000
2015
$2,127 (+2.5%)
$53,000 + $139,000
$192,000
2014
$2,075 (−0.5%)
$46,000 + $120,000
$166,000
2013
$2,084 (+12.1%)
$46,000 + $120,000
$166,000
2012
$1,860 (+9.2%)
$46,000 + $120,000
$166,000
2011
$1,702 (−16.6%)
$40,000 + $106,000
$146,000
2010
$2,040 (−6.0%)
$36,000 + $96,000
$132,000
2009
$2,170 (−2.4%)
$45,000 + $119,000
$164,000
2008
$2,222
$50,608 + $133,835
$184,443
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1958
Finished Sq. Ft.
888
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
888
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
561072005
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
8/10 Fire Factor
36% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 89° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
9 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Idyllwild, CA • 92549
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Sun exposure
24/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
3.5 hrs
0.7 hr
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Redfin Estimate for 53460 Tollgate Rd
$313,858
$5,142 under list price of $319K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $334K to $450K.