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About this home
Welcome to 12281 Fernwood Drive, where space, privacy, and opportunity come together! Situated on a 1-acre lot in the desirable Madera Ranchos area, this single-story 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 1,742 sq. ft. of comfortable living space and an outdoor setting designed for entertaining. Step into the backyard and you'll quickly see what makes this property speciala large in-ground pool, expansive patio areas, covered outdoor space, mature landscaping, and plenty of room to gather, relax, and enjoy the California sunshine. Currently operated as an Airbnb, the property offers a unique opportunity for a buyer looking for a primary residence or potential short-term rental investment. The home features an open layout, vaulted ceilings, granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, an attached 2-car garage, a long driveway, and RV parking. Interested in more than just the home? The existing Airbnb business and furnishings may be available for negotiation, offering a potential opportunity for a buyer interested in continuing the property's current use. Whether you're looking for a place to call home or an investment opportunity, Fernwood is ready for its next chapter! Seller is a California licensed real estate broker and is acting as the listing agent in this transaction.
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$373Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Audel Avila•DRE #01216297• Canvas Realty, Inc.
Madera Ranchos, located between Madera and Fresno, is a semi-rural and residential Madera Ranchos neighborhood with wide-lot homes and open pasture views. The area reads as ranch-style living, with single-story houses, long driveways, and equestrian parcels set along quiet country roads. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Road 41 and Avenue 12 corridor, where feed stores, local diners, and service shops set a practical, small-town rhythm. Community touchstones include Liberty High School, the Madera Ranchos Post Office, and the Madera Ranchos Community Center. Flat terrain and big skies shape daily routines, with sunsets and distant Sierra outlines framing the horizon. Weekends often point toward nearby parks and the San Joaquin River corridor for open-air time.
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Offer insights
12281 Fernwood Dr · $649,000
$648K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $648K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
29 days
The average home goes pending in 67 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.8%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
One-story layout
Great room living area
Fireplace with brick and other finishes
Covered patio and back porch with awning
Fire pit
Pets allowed
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Primary bedroom with walk-in closet, closet and outside access
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Primary bathroom with jetted tub, tub and shower stall, double sinks
Additional bathroom with tub over shower, skylight/solar tube and closet
Kitchen
Pantry closet
Free-standing gas oven
Dishwasher
Microwave
Free-standing refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Laundry area with cabinets
220V in laundry
Flooring
Carpet
Tile
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central cooling
Exterior features
Private built-in pool with cabana and pool cover
Pergola, gazebo and shed(s)
Auto sprinkler system and landscaped backyard
Wood fencing in backyard
Tile roof
Does not allow horses
Home design
Single-family residence (ranchette/country)
Built in 1989
One story
Street address: 12281 Fernwood Dr, Madera, CA
Parking
Attached garage with 2 spaces (includes a half car space)
Construction
Tile roof
Utilities
Natural gas available
Propane with leased tank
220 volts in kitchen
Septic system
Water from public supply, shared well and water district
No irrigation source listed
HOA & community
No association
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Welcome to 12281 Fernwood Drive, where space, privacy, and opportunity come together! Situated on a 1-acre lot in the desirable Madera Ranchos area, this single-story 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 1,742 sq. ft. of comfortable living space and an outdoor setting designed for entertaining. Step into the backyard and you'll quickly see what makes this property speciala large in-ground pool, expansive patio areas, covered outdoor space, mature landscaping, and plenty of room to gather, relax, and enjoy the California sunshine.Currently operated as an Airbnb, the property offers a unique opportunity for a buyer looking for a primary residence or potential short-term rental investment. The home features an open layout, vaulted ceilings, granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, an attached 2-car garage, a long driveway, and RV parking.Interested in more than just the home? The existing Airbnb business and furnishings may be available for negotiation, offering a potential opportunity for a buyer interested in continuing the property's current use. Whether you're looking for a place to call home or an investment opportunity, Fernwood is ready for its next chapter!Seller is a California licensed real estate broker and is acting as the listing agent in this transaction.
FRESNOMLS #606521
Apr 18, 2024
Sold
$565,000
$324/sq ft
Mar 20, 2024
Pending
—
Jan 23, 2024
Price Changed
$575,000
$330/sq ft
Jan 8, 2024
Listed
$599,000
$344/sq ft
+35
Seller willing to credit $10k to help buyer with rate buy-down! Beautiful, custom home on almost an acre with a large pool and entertainer's backyard. Bring your horses too! This property truly has it all. Long driveway leads up to your new home. As you enter the front door you'll see the open layout with vaulted ceilings and the huge living area with french doors to your private oasis. To your left is the updated kitchen offering granite countertops with plenty of storage. Dining area is just off kitchen. Through the kitchen is the laundry area with door to oversized garage. Back to the main entry is the hallway with guest bathroom on your left. You have two spacious bedrooms on your right. The primary bedroom offers plenty of space, with doors to the backyard, and large walk in closet. Your primary bathroom features a soaking tub, separate shower, and dual sinks. The backyard has expansive concrete and covered patio area, great pool, mature landscape, and even lots of room off to the side of the pool. There's RV parking on the side of the house and front yard is massive. Excellent Golden Valley Unified School District location in the wonderful Madera Ranchos. Close to shopping, dining. You can have it all! Call your Realtor to schedule your private showing today!
FRESNOMLS #424482
Jul 31, 2014
Sold
$266,500
$153/sq ft
May 23, 2014
Price Changed
$315,000
$181/sq ft
May 23, 2014
Delisted
—
Apr 14, 2014
Listed
$266,500
$153/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,546 (+90.3%)
$30,600 + $545,700
$576,300
2024
$3,440 (+2.3%)
$30,600 + $545,700
$576,300
2023
$3,362 (+0.7%)
$58,911 + $255,093
$314,004
2022
$3,337 (+3.0%)
$56,624 + $245,189
$301,813
2021
$3,241 (−3.6%)
$56,624 + $245,189
$301,813
2020
$3,362 (+4.0%)
$55,514 + $240,382
$295,896
2019
$3,233 (+2.5%)
$54,945 + $237,918
$292,863
2018
$3,153 (+0.4%)
$53,868 + $233,253
$287,121
2017
$3,141 (+2.7%)
$51,777 + $224,197
$275,974
2016
$3,058 (−0.4%)
$51,777 + $224,197
$275,974
2015
$3,071 (+47.3%)
$50,762 + $219,801
$270,563
2014
$2,085
$30,008 + $150,208
$180,216
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
1989
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,742
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,742
Year built
1989
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Madera County
APN
049217008000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
RRM
Residential, Rural, Multiple Family District
The purpose of RRM (residential rural single family) zone is to provide for multiple family du on larger lots. Minimum lot size is 1 acre. Urban services are not required.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Housing-Mobile home park
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
7/10 Fire Factor
21% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
41 unhealthy days expected this year, 46 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Madera, CA • 93636
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Madera. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.7 hrs
6.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 12281 Fernwood Dr
$641,486
$7,514 under list price of $649K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $485K to $650K.