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8251 Buffalo Ridge Rd, Ione, CA 95640
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Price Improvement, now $699,995. Nestled in the scenic foothills of Ione, 8251 Buffalo Ridge offers peaceful country living on two separate parcels totaling approximately 5 acres and 20 acres, ideal for a horse property or rural lifestyle. The usable land provides ample space for animals, riding, and future improvements. This 3-bedroom, 3-bath home features a downstairs office, perfect for remote work or guest space. The brand-new kitchen includes a farmhouse sink and new dishwasher, along with major upgrades such as a new water heater, well pump, A/C, heating unit, and a whole house fan. A beautiful wood stove adds warmth and character. Enjoy panoramic views from every upstairs window in every direction, additional living space upstairs, and an approximately 450 sq ft additional room with new flooring. A wraparound porch invites relaxation, while the garden area enhances the country setting. The property includes a fenced one-acre pasture with a historic 1800s-era shelter. Conveniently located just 10 minutes to downtown Ione and minutes from local casinos and live concert venues, this home offers the perfect balance of privacy and entertainment. The exterior was stained in 2022, completing this rare foothill retreat.

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Est. $3,654 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 8251 Buffalo Ridge Rd
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$243/sq ft
$222/sq ft
$164/sq ft
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Property details
Parking
- Parking & Garage Information
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: 1/2 Car Space, 24'+ Deep Garage, Garage Facing Front, Garage Facing Rear, Guest Parking Available
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Bathrooms (Full): 3
- Other Bathroom Features: Other
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms (Total): 4
- Heating & Cooling
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central, Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
- Heating: Central, Fireplace(s), Wood Stove
- Interior Features
- Appliances: Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Microwave
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Raised Hearth, Stone, Wood Stove
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Laundry Features: Upper Floor, Inside Area, Other, Inside Room
- Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
- Levels: Two
- # of Stories: 2
- Room Information
- Living Room Features: Other
- Kitchen Features: Island, Stone Counter
- Dining Room Features: Other
- Main Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Street Entrance
- Upper Level: Bedroom(s), Loft
- Basement Sq.Ft.: 0
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Allows Horses: Yes
- Horse Amenities: Pasture, Wash Rack, None
- Roof: Shingle
- Pool Information
- Has Private Pool: No
- Has Spa: No
- Property Information
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Subtype Description: Custom
- Year Built: 1,991
- Lot Information
- Lot Features: Other
- Lot Size Square Feet: 1,089,000
- Lot Size Acres: 25
Utilities
- Green Energy Information
- Power Production Year Install: 0
- Power Production Size: 0.00
- Utility Information
- Utilities: Internet Available, Other
- Electric: Other
- Sewer: Septic System, Septic Connected
- Irrigation Source: Other
- Water Source: Well
Location
- HOA Information
- Association YN: No
- School Information
- School District County: Amador
- Elementary School District: Amador Unified
- Middle Or Junior School District: Amador Unified
- High School District: Amador Unified
- Location Information
- Postal Code Plus 4: 9442
- Postal Code: 95640
- County Or Parish: Amador
- CrossStreet: Blue sky dr
- Directions: GPS!
- State Or Province: CA
- Street Number Numeric: 8251
- Unparsed Address: 8251 Buffalo Ridge Rd, Ione, CA 95640-9442
- Street Address Filtered: 8251 Buffalo Ridge Rd
- Community Information
- Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
- Beds: 4
- Baths: 3.0
- Sq. Ft.: 2,840
- Stories: 2.0
- Lot Size: 5.06 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1991
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Amador County
- APN: 11130036000
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- Selling Agent
- Buyer Agent Full Name: Vaughn C Patillo III
Around this home
Schools
Public K-6 • Assigned • 3.2mi
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.4mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.4mi
Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
41% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
25 unhealthy days expected this year, 27 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
Exceptional sunlight
SunscoreThis home ranks in the top 14% for direct sun exposure in Ione. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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