Nestled in the desirable Sierra Brooks neighborhood, this inviting single story ranch home offers three bedrooms and two full bathrooms on a generous 1.25 acre lot bordering the year round Smithneck Creek. The property includes a barn and a large storage shed. The barn features a 672 square foot workshop ideal for trade work, crafting, or gear storage, while the unfinished bonus room above serves as a blank canvas for an office, guest suite, or creative studio. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate direct access to multi use trails perfect for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and motorbike riding—adventure truly begins at your doorstep. The fully fenced, pet friendly grounds include a chicken coop, greenhouse, and raised garden beds, making it easy to cultivate your own produce or raise animals. Located in the quiet, rural community of Loyalton in the Sierra Valley, this home offers peaceful country living with convenient access to larger hubs. Truckee lies roughly 45 minutes to the north, while Reno is an easy drive east, making this an excellent option for remote workers or commuters seeking space, privacy, and a slower pace of life.
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
1.24 acresLot Size
$318Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Barbara Hartley•DRE #DRE #01856044• Sierra Sotheby's Int - Rock
Nestled in the desirable Sierra Brooks neighborhood, this inviting single story ranch home offers three bedrooms and two full bathrooms on a generous 1.25 acre lot bordering the year round Smithneck Creek. The property includes a barn and a large storage shed. The barn features a 672 square foot workshop ideal for trade work, crafting, or gear storage, while the unfinished bonus room above serves as a blank canvas for an office, guest suite, or creative studio. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate direct access to multi use trails perfect for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and motorbike riding—adventure truly begins at your doorstep. The fully fenced, pet friendly grounds include a chicken coop, greenhouse, and raised garden beds, making it easy to cultivate your own produce or raise animals. Located in the quiet, rural community of Loyalton in the Sierra Valley, this home offers peaceful country living with convenient access to larger hubs. Truckee lies roughly 45 minutes to the north, while Reno is an easy drive east, making this an excellent option for remote workers or commuters seeking space, privacy, and a slower pace of life.
TSMLS #20260939
Aug 5, 2026
Price Changed
$445,000
$318/sq ft
Jun 26, 2026
Price Changed
$465,000
$332/sq ft
May 22, 2026
Listed
$485,000
$346/sq ft
TSMLS #1
Sep 1, 2022
Price Changed
$515,000
$368/sq ft
Aug 13, 2022
Price Changed
$550,000
$393/sq ft
PAR #20220770
Jun 30, 2022
Listed
$515,000
$368/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 21, 2001
Sold
$190,000
$136/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,596 (+1.6%)
$60,259 + $226,015
$286,274
2024
$3,541 (+1.5%)
$59,078 + $221,584
$280,662
2023
$3,487 (−2.3%)
$57,920 + $217,240
$275,160
2022
$3,568 (+3.5%)
$56,785 + $212,981
$269,766
2021
$3,447 (+2.7%)
$55,672 + $208,805
$264,477
2020
$3,358 (+6.7%)
$54,581 + $204,711
$259,292
2019
$3,147 (+10.5%)
$30,000 + $220,000
$250,000
2018
$2,849 (+14.3%)
$30,000 + $190,000
$220,000
2017
$2,493 (+23.9%)
$40,000 + $140,000
$180,000
2016
$2,012 (−2.2%)
$40,000 + $140,000
$180,000
2015
$2,057 (+7.9%)
$25,000 + $110,000
$135,000
2014
$1,907
$40,000 + $85,000
$125,000
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.24 Acres
Year renovated
1981
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,400
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,400
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sierra County
APN
0161600150
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 6, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
7/10 Fire Factor
22% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
11 days above 85° expected this year, 27 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
18 unhealthy days expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Loyalton, CA • 96118
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.5 hrs
4.4 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 185 Smithneck Rd
$436,285
$8,715 under list price of $445K
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