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Off market sep 2019 for $265K

$433,751

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,961/mo

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1,042

sq ft

53553 TOLLGATE Rd, Idyllwild, CA 92549

About this home

"Ponderosa Treehouse" An extraordinary mountain retreat for full or part time mountain living. Located on Snow-plowed Tollgate Rd. close to Idyllwild Arts school and on public sewer system. This lovely cabin has recently undergone many upgrades including New Central A/C & heating, new flooring, toilets, paint, internet controlled thermostat & "Nest" camera. The front deck features BIG tree-top views while the rear fenced yard is perfect for entertaining and for your pets. A very livable floor-plan with lovely wood ceilings, amazing insulation, and Regency wood stove insert keeping the cabin warm on those chilly winter nights. The bright Master suite is quietly positioned in the rear of the home and features a large walk-in closet and ensuite bath. The guest room, guest bath, & laundry are located down the same central hall. The kitchen & adjoining dining room are light & bright with access to the back yard. An extremely efficient home at an affordable price!

Single-familyProperty Type

1991Year Built

6,098 sq ftLot Size

$416Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by Timothy McTavish •DRE #01434731 • Desert Sotheby's International Realty

•760-619-4765 (agent)

•tim@teammctavish.com (agent)

Bought with GPS Non Member • Non Member Office

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•Source:GPSMLS #19478702

Redfin Estimate

$433,751

$169K since sold in September 2019$3,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 6.2% lower than the average sale price ($462K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 9, 2026
$425,000
A
2 beds2 baths1,422 sq ft
26785 Hopkins Rd, Idyllwild, CA 92549
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$463,250
B
2 beds2 baths1,118 sq ft
26650 Crestview Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549
SOLD FEB 17, 2026
$539,000
C
2 beds2 baths1,520 sq ft
53840 Marian View Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549
SOLD OCT 1, 2026
$599,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,566 sq ft
53566 Idyllbrook Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549
SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$352,000
E
2 beds1 bath920 sq ft
53570 Marian Vw, Idyllwild, CA 92549
SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$395,000
F
2 beds2 baths1,180 sq ft
53454 Double View Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549

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Market trends in 92549, CA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

96.3%

+1.0% MoM

Median sale price

$475K

$7K MoM

Avg. days on market

66d

8 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

New listings for sale

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$499,000
2 beds2 baths1,389 sq ft
53590 Marian View Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549
$479,000
3 beds3 baths1,300 sq ft
52230 Sylvan Way, Idyllwild, CA 92549
$638,000
3 beds3 baths1,309 sq ft
54151 Rockdale Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549
$169,000
2 beds1 bath800 sq ft
52901 Pine Cove Rd #5, Idyllwild, CA 92549
OPEN SAT, 1PM TO 3PM
$519,900
3 beds2 baths1,611 sq ft
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$665,000
3 beds2 baths1,000 sq ft
54156 S Circle Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549
$729,000
5 beds3 baths3,725 sq ft
53340 Tollgate Rd, Idyllwild, CA 92549
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$1,495,000
1 bed1 bath793 sq ft
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Sale history for 53553 TOLLGATE Rd

Date

Event

Price

IAOR #2008567

Sep 13, 2019

Sold

$265,000

$254/sq ft

Jun 15, 2019

Listed

$269,000

$258/sq ft

"Ponderosa Treehouse" An extraordinary mountain retreat for full or part time mountain living. Located on Snow-plowed Tollgate Rd. close to Idyllwild Arts school and on public sewer system. This lovely cabin has recently undergone many upgrades including New Central A/C & heating, new flooring, toilets, paint, internet controlled thermostat & "Nest" camera. The front deck features BIG tree-top views while the rear fenced yard is perfect for entertaining and is fully fenced for your pets. A very livable floor-plan with lovely wood ceilings, amazing insulation, and Regency wood stove insert keeping the cabin warm on those chilly winter nights. The bright Master suite is quietly positioned in the rear of the home and features a large walk-in closet and ensuite bath. The guest room, guest bath, & laundry are located down the same central hall. The kitchen & adjoining dining room are light & bright with access to the back yard. An extremely efficient home at an affordable price!

GPSMLS #19478702

Sep 13, 2019

Sold

$265,000

$254/sq ft

Sep 6, 2019

Pending

—

Aug 14, 2019

Contingent

—

Jul 22, 2019

Price Changed

$269,000

$258/sq ft

Jun 15, 2019

Listed

$289,000

$277/sq ft

Greater Lansing AoR #19478702PS

Sep 13, 2019

Sold

$265,000

$254/sq ft

Jun 15, 2019

Listed

$269,000

$258/sq ft

Public Records

Jan 8, 2016

Sold

$218,000

$209/sq ft

CRMLS #H10009162

Apr 7, 2010

Sold

$135,000

$130/sq ft

Feb 23, 2010

Pending

—

Jan 26, 2010

Listed

$128,700

$124/sq ft

GPSMLS #21365507

Aug 2, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Apr 27, 2009

Listed

$325,000

$312/sq ft

GPSMLS #21352210

Mar 26, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Dec 4, 2008

Listed

$325,000

$312/sq ft

GPSMLS #21308580

Oct 31, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Sep 16, 2008

Price Changed

$325,000

$312/sq ft

Apr 17, 2008

Price Changed

$339,000

$325/sq ft

Oct 19, 2007

Listed

$360,000

$345/sq ft

GPSMLS #21248970

Sep 14, 2007

Listing Removed

—

May 2, 2006

Listed

$360,000

$345/sq ft

GPSMLS #21238216

Mar 18, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Sep 17, 2005

Listed

$375,000

$360/sq ft

Public Records

May 4, 1993

Sold

$120,000

$115/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 14, 1990

Sold

$27,000

$26/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,148 (+2.5%)

$65,616 + $273,301

$338,917

2024

$4,046 (+1.0%)

$65,616 + $273,301

$338,917

2023

$4,008 (+17.5%)

$64,330 + $267,943

$332,273

2022

$3,411 (+2.2%)

$63,069 + $262,690

$325,759

2021

$3,339 (+1.9%)

$61,833 + $211,265

$273,098

2020

$3,276 (+14.2%)

$60,621 + $207,123

$267,744

2019

$2,868 (+3.7%)

$60,000 + $205,000

$265,000

2018

$2,765 (+1.9%)

$37,141 + $194,201

$231,342

2017

$2,715 (+43.6%)

$35,700 + $186,660

$222,360

2016

$1,890 (+0.2%)

$35,700 + $186,660

$222,360

2015

$1,886 (+4.3%)

$38,160 + $109,037

$147,197

2014

$1,808

$36,852 + $105,298

$142,150

2013

$1,809 (+1.7%)

$36,852 + $105,298

$142,150

2012

$1,778 (+1.7%)

$36,687 + $104,823

$141,510

2011

$1,748 (−7.4%)

$35,968 + $102,768

$138,736

2010

$1,887 (+4.9%)

$35,263 + $100,753

$136,016

2009

$1,799 (−2.9%)

$38,471 + $118,763

$157,234

2008

$1,852

$38,563 + $119,047

$157,610

Tax history for 53553 TOLLGATE Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,148 (+2.5%)

$65,616 + $273,301

$338,917

2024

$4,046 (+1.0%)

$65,616 + $273,301

$338,917

2023

$4,008 (+17.5%)

$64,330 + $267,943

$332,273

2022

$3,411 (+2.2%)

$63,069 + $262,690

$325,759

2021

$3,339 (+1.9%)

$61,833 + $211,265

$273,098

2020

$3,276 (+14.2%)

$60,621 + $207,123

$267,744

2019

$2,868 (+3.7%)

$60,000 + $205,000

$265,000

2018

$2,765 (+1.9%)

$37,141 + $194,201

$231,342

2017

$2,715 (+43.6%)

$35,700 + $186,660

$222,360

2016

$1,890 (+0.2%)

$35,700 + $186,660

$222,360

2015

$1,886 (+4.3%)

$38,160 + $109,037

$147,197

2014

$1,808

$36,852 + $105,298

$142,150

2013

$1,809 (+1.7%)

$36,852 + $105,298

$142,150

2012

$1,778 (+1.7%)

$36,687 + $104,823

$141,510

2011

$1,748 (−7.4%)

$35,968 + $102,768

$138,736

2010

$1,887 (+4.9%)

$35,263 + $100,753

$136,016

2009

$1,799 (−2.9%)

$38,471 + $118,763

$157,234

2008

$1,852

$38,563 + $119,047

$157,610

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,098 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1991

Sq. Ft.

1,042

Year built

1991

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Riverside County

APN

561121009

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.

Aug 2, 2022 • Final

Accessory building (bas) - acb1 - accessory building 1,000 sq ft

ADU

Electrical

Nov 18, 2021 • Final

Miscellaneous (bxx) - othcn - other construction

Install a new energy storage system.

Battery

Electrical

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.

Property details

Parking

Parking and Garage Information
Total Parking Spaces: 3

Interior

Bedroom Information
Bedroom Features: Master Suite, Walk In Closet

Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 2
Bathroom Features: Shower Over Tub

Room Information
Rooms: Dining Room, Entry, Living Room
Eating Areas: Formal Dining Room
Laundry Location: In Closet

Interior Features
Interior Features: Living Room Deck Attached, Storage
Entry Location: Ground Level w/Steps
Furnished: Unfurnished
Window Treatments: Double Pane Windows

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace(s)
Total Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Stove Insert

Flooring
Carpet, Laminate

Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer

Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Propane Gas
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Exterior

Building Information
Building Style: Cabin
Building # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Levels: One

Exterior Features
Other Exterior Features: None, Rain Gutters

Land Information
Lot Acres: 0.1399
Land Type: Fee
Land Type: Fee Simple

Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: A.0.1400
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Location: Hillside
Lot Description: Street Lighting, Utilities - Overhead, Yard
Zoning: R-1

Property Features
Sq Ft Source: Other
View: Has View
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Gazebo
Property Attached/Detached: Detached
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Utilities

Utilities Information
PUD Y/N: No
Water: Water District
Sewer: In, Connected and Paid

Location

Location Information
Directions: Hwy 243 to Tollgate to property
Cross Streets: Tollgate/Hwy 243

Community Information
Unit Total in Complex: 1
Unit Total in Complex: 1
Gated Community: No

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,042
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1991
Year Renovated: 1991
County: Riverside County
APN: 561121009

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: Homeowners Association

Listing Information
Sale Type: Standard
Possession: Negotiable
Short Term Rentals: Unknown
Will Consider Lease: No

Around this home

Schools

Idyllwild School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

Hemet High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 11.9mi

6/10

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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

8/10 Fire Factor

35% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 89° expected this year, 17 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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Idyllwild, CA • 92549

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$413,000 – $499,000

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Home values near 53553 TOLLGATE Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
53520 Tollgate Rd, Idyllwild, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 1775 Sq. Ft.	$619,400
53550 Tollgate Rd, Idyllwild, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1630 Sq. Ft.	$482,191

Address	Redfin Estimate
53530 Tollgate Rd, Idyllwild, CA 1 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1257 Sq. Ft.	$439,429
53570 Tollgate Rd, Idyllwild, CA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 902 Sq. Ft.	$402,601

Address	Redfin Estimate
53540 Tollgate Dr, Idyllwild, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2915 Sq. Ft.	$416,801
53589 Tollgate Rd, Idyllwild, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1596 Sq. Ft.	$556,738

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