Step into the kind of mountain escape buyers dream about--this charming 1946 cabin is tucked beneath the pines in a peaceful Idyllwild setting that instantly feels like a retreat from the everyday. Inside, the cozy living room welcomes you with a classic brick fireplace, creating the perfect spot for quiet evenings and weekend getaways. The dining area features a free-standing stove, adding both warmth and that sought-after rustic character buyers love. With two comfortable bedrooms, a 3/4 bath, and a flexible bonus sleeping space, there's room to host, relax, or create your own private nook. What truly sets this property apart is the added studio guest cottage--complete with its own 3/4 bath and stacked washer/dryer--offering incredible versatility for guests, extended stays, or even a creative studio. Outside, enjoy your morning coffee or unwind in the evening on the covered front patio, surrounded by towering pines and the peaceful sounds of nature. The spacious outdoor patio makes entertaining effortless while embracing the serene mountain lifestyle. Properties with this much character, flexibility, and true Idyllwild charm don't come along often. experience it for yourself!
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
10,019 sq ftLot Size
$424Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Ashley Stewart•DRE #01466789• Idyllwild Realty
Idyllwild Mountain Park, located between Mount San Jacinto State Park and the San Bernardino National Forest, is a mountain and artsy Idyllwild-Pine Cove neighborhood with pine-scented trails and cabin-lined lanes. The town’s character concentrates around North Circle Drive at Village Center Drive, where galleries, coffee counters, and gear shops cluster under tall conifers. Community touchstones include the Idyllwild Arts campus, the Rustic Theatre, and the Idyllwild Brewpub. Architecture leans to A-frames, mid-century cabins, and newer mountain homes with decks and wood siding. Daily life follows trailheads, seasonal festivals, and patio tables with forest views. Granite outcrops and high-elevation air shape the pace year-round.
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Offer insights
55280 Circle Way · $469,000
$469K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $469K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
135 days
The average home goes pending in 50 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.2%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Fully furnished
Free-standing brick wood/propane fireplace
Second fireplace (wood or propane)
Bedrooms
Guest house / casita (separate dwelling)
Bathrooms
Two 3/4 bathrooms
Laundry & utility
Guest house/casita includes electric washer and electric dryer
Flooring
Carpet
Linoleum
Heating & cooling
Wall furnace heating
Fireplace heating
Electric, wood, and propane fuel options
Wall/window air conditioning units
Exterior features
Guest house / casita on property
Lot approximately 0.23 acres
Fee simple ownership
Home design
Cabin-style single family residence
One story
Attached
Parking
Driveway parking with 2 uncovered spaces (2 total parking spaces)
Security
No security features listed
Construction
Year built (source: assessor)
Utilities
Septic tank
HOA & community
No monthly association fees
Other
Short-term rentals not allowed
Will not consider lease
Standard sale; financing accepted: Conventional, FHA, Cash
Possession at close of escrow
Two chairs excluded from sale
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Step into the kind of mountain escape buyers dream about-this charming 1946 cabin is tucked beneath the pines in a peaceful Idyllwild setting that instantly feels like a retreat from the everyday. Inside, the cozy living room welcomes you with a classic brick fireplace, creating the perfect spot for quiet evenings and weekend getaways. The dining area features a free-standing stove, adding both warmth and that sought-after rustic character buyers love. With two comfortable bedrooms, a 3/4 bath, and a flexible bonus sleeping space, there's room to host, relax, or create your own private nook. What truly sets this property apart is the added studio guest cottage-complete with its own 3/4 bath and stacked washer/dryer-offering incredible versatility for guests, extended stays, or even a creative studio. Outside, enjoy your morning coffee or unwind in the evening on the covered front patio, surrounded by towering pines and the peaceful sounds of nature. The spacious outdoor patio makes entertaining effortless while embracing the serene mountain lifestyle. Properties with this much character, flexibility, and true Idyllwild charm don't come along often. experience it for yourself!
GPSMLS #219146445
May 28, 2026
Price Changed
$469,000
$424/sq ft
Apr 11, 2026
Listed
$485,000
$438/sq ft
GPSMLS #219135877
Dec 16, 2025
Listing Removed
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Sep 25, 2025
Listed
$485,000
$438/sq ft
IAOR #2011174
Sep 25, 2025
Listed
$485,000
$438/sq ft
IAOR #2009159
Dec 8, 2020
Sold
$300,000
$271/sq ft
Oct 2, 2020
Listed
$289,000
$261/sq ft
GPSMLS #219050775
Dec 8, 2020
Sold
$300,000
$271/sq ft
Oct 8, 2020
Pending
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Oct 2, 2020
Listed
$289,000
$261/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,989 (+2.5%)
$72,522 + $252,206
$324,728
2024
$3,890 (+1.0%)
$72,522 + $252,206
$324,728
2023
$3,853 (+1.8%)
$71,100 + $247,261
$318,361
2022
$3,784 (+2.1%)
$69,706 + $242,413
$312,119
2021
$3,705 (+149.6%)
$68,340 + $237,660
$306,000
2020
$1,485 (+3.2%)
$67,000 + $233,000
$300,000
2019
$1,438 (+4.2%)
$28,402 + $78,347
$106,749
2018
$1,381 (+2.5%)
$27,846 + $76,811
$104,657
2017
$1,347 (+0.7%)
$26,768 + $73,826
$100,594
2016
$1,338 (+0.2%)
$26,768 + $73,826
$100,594
2015
$1,335 (+4.1%)
$26,244 + $72,379
$98,623
2014
$1,283
$25,345 + $69,898
$95,243
2013
$1,284 (+1.6%)
$25,345 + $69,898
$95,243
2012
$1,263 (+1.6%)
$25,232 + $69,583
$94,815
2011
$1,242 (+1.6%)
$24,738 + $68,219
$92,957
2010
$1,223 (+7.0%)
$24,253 + $66,882
$91,135
2009
$1,143 (−4.9%)
$24,073 + $66,383
$90,456
2008
$1,202
$24,131 + $66,542
$90,673
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1946
Finished Sq. Ft.
830
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
830
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Riverside County
APN
564112013
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Nov 15, 2025.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
43% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 87° expected this year, 22 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
19/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
2.7 hrs
0.6 hr
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 55280 Circle Way
$455,686
$13K under list price of $469K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $385K to $555K.