Phenomenal Value! In the prestigious Mountain Lakes Estates of Nevada City, this gated 3-acre estate combines privacy, craftsmanship, and stunning natural beauty with sweeping views of a 5-acre pond and 26-acre greenbelt. The 4,292 sq ft main residence features 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, with a thoughtful layout that includes a grand great room with a stone fireplace, formal dining room, and breakfast nook. Downstairs offers a living room, kitchenette, game area, full bathroom, and a bedroom ideal for guests or multi-generational living. Expansive windows frame serene lake views from nearly every room, while abundant storage ensures practicality matches beauty. The property also includes a spacious professional-grade woodworking shop with its own bathroom and an unfinished 2-bedroom guest unit above, perfect for extended family, rental income, or creative pursuits. The Mountain Lakes Estates community offers two private lakes, a park, trails, and Firewise certification for peace of mind. Located just minutes from historic downtown Nevada City and Grass Valley, this property delivers an exceptional blend of luxury living, natural surroundings, and community amenities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1992Year Built
3.13 acresLot Size
$315Price/Sq.Ft.
$60/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Cheryl Rellstab•DRE #01162108• Re/Max Gold
Bought with Liliana Murphy•DRE #01829939• Allison James Estates & Homes
Est. $3,937 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 11790 Lowhills Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Aug 31, 2026
Sold
$1,350,000
$315/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 15, 2005
Sold
$990,000
$231/sq ft
Public Records
May 13, 1991
Sold
$140,000
$33/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,359 (+1.9%)
$263,916 + $579,082
$842,998
2024
$10,165 (+2.6%)
$258,742 + $567,728
$826,470
2023
$9,909 (+1.2%)
$248,696 + $545,684
$794,380
2022
$9,794 (+2.6%)
$248,696 + $545,684
$794,380
2021
$9,542
$243,820 + $534,985
$778,805
2020
$9,536 (+3.8%)
$239,040 + $524,496
$763,536
2019
$9,188
$236,589 + $519,118
$755,707
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.13 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,173
Year built
1992
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Nevada County
APN
004610031000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
RA
X
Residential Agricultural District
The RA District establishes provisions for low density single-family dwellings, as well as other dwelling unit types in keeping with the rural character of the area, at densities equivalent to 1.5 acre minimum parcel size, or 3 acre minimum parcel size where neither a public water nor public sewer system is available. Within the Residential and Estate General Plan designations, the single-family dwelling is of primary importance and agricultural uses are secondary. Within Rural General Plan designations, agricultural operations and natural resource related uses and residential uses are of equal importance.
Zone overlays
Subdivision Limitation Combining District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Winery & vineyard
Rehabilitation center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Agriculture-Cropland
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: 24'+ Deep Garage, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Facing Side, Interior Access
Other Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Double Sinks, Granite, Tile, Tub w/Shower Over, Window
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 4
Master Bedroom Features: Ground Floor, Outside Access, Sitting Area
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central, Whole House Fan
Heating: Central, Fireplace(s), Gas, Wood Stove
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Cook Top, Built-In Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Built-In Refrigerator, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Warming Drawer
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Raised Hearth, Family Room, Stone
Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Laminate, Stone, Wood
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling, Storage Area(s), Formal Entry, Wet Bar
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Back Porch, Covered Deck, Wrap Around Porch
Pets Allowed: Yes
Window Features: Bay Window(s), Dual Pane Full, Window Coverings
# of Stories: 2
Room Information
Room Type: Baths Other, Dining Room, Family Room, Great Room, In Law Apartment, Kitchen, Laundry, Workshop
Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Deck Attached, View
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Room, Pantry Closet, Granite Counter, Island, Stone Counter
Family Room Features: Great Room, View
Dining Room Features: Breakfast Nook, Formal Room, Space in Kitchen
Basement: Full
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Street Entrance
Lower Level: Bedroom(s), Family Room, Retreat, Full Bath(s)
Basement Sq.Ft.: 0
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony
Allows Horses: No
Roof: Shingle, Composition
Pool Information
Has Private Pool: No
Has Spa: No
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Subtype Description: Custom
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Year Built: 1,992
Lot Information
Lot Features: Manual Sprinkler F&R, Auto Sprinkler F&R, Pond Year Round, Landscape Misc
Lot Size Square Feet: 136,343
Lot Size Acres: 3.13
Other Structures: Storage, Guest House, Workshop, Other
Utilities
Green Energy Information
Power Production Year Install: 0
Power Production Size: 0.00
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available, Internet Available, Underground Utilities, Propane Tank Leased
Electric: 220 Volts, Generator
Sewer: Private Sewer
Irrigation Source: Shares Domestic Well
Water Source: Well
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: Yes
Association Mandatory: Yes
Association Amenities: Barbeque, Greenbelt, See Remarks, Park
Association Fee: $715
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds
School Information
School District County: Nevada
Elementary School District: Grass Valley
Middle Or Junior School District: Grass Valley
High School District: Nevada Joint Union
Location Information
Postal Code Plus 4: 9046
Postal Code: 95959
County Or Parish: Nevada
CrossStreet: Discovery Way
Directions: Bitney Springs Rd to Newtown Rd Continue to Discovery Way Turn right onto Discovery Way Turn right onto Lowhills Rd, destination on the left.
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 11790
Unparsed Address: 11790 Lowhills Rd, Nevada City, CA 95959-9046
Street Address Filtered: 11790 Lowhills Rd
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,173
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3.13 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: —
County: Nevada County
APN: 004610031000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: Liliana Murphy
Around this home
Schools
Margaret G. Scotten Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 2.1mi
3/10
Lyman Gilmore Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
4/10
Nevada Union High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
10/10 Fire Factor
80% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
35 unhealthy days expected this year, 39 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
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Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$1.35M – $1.63M
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