This home's estimate is 5.8% lower than the average sale price ($523K) of 6 comparable homes.
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12486 Valley View Rd, Nevada City, CA 95959
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Set in the desirable Banner Mountain area of Nevada City, this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a welcoming place to settle in, with room to make it your own. The 1,156 sq ft layout includes a den with a closet, providing flexibility for a small third bedroom, home office, or guest space. The home is clean and move-in ready, featuring updated flooring and a practical, easy-living floor plan. While some finishes reflect the home's original character, it presents a great opportunity for a buyer to personalize and update over time. Situated on a .24-acre lot, the backyard provides a private, peaceful setting with a deck, patio, and spa an ideal space to relax and enjoy the surrounding trees. A whole-house Generac generator automatically engages during power outages, making backup power seamless and worry-free. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Nevada City, with nearby access to hiking and biking trails, this home offers a balance of quiet foothill living, outdoor recreation, and easy access to town amenities.

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- $695,0003 beds3 baths1,216 sq ft14861 Lake Ln, Nevada City, CA 95959eXp Realty of California Inc., eXp Realty of California Inc.
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- $595,0003 beds2 baths2,118 sq ft13382 Red Dog Rd, Nevada City, CA 95959Keller Williams Realty Gold Country, Keller Williams Realty Gold Country
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Est. $2,562 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 12486 Valley View Rd
- Sale History
- Tax History
$363/sq ft
$279/sq ft
$73/sq ft
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Property details
Parking
- Parking & Garage Information
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Facing Front, Guest Parking Available
- Driveway Sidewalks: Paved Driveway
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Bathrooms (Full): 2
- Master Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Low-Flow Shower(s), Low-Flow Toilet(s)
- Other Bathroom Features: Low-Flow Shower(s), Low-Flow Toilet(s), Tub w/Shower Over
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms (Total): 2
- # of Bedrooms (Possible): 3
- Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Ground Floor, Outside Access
- Heating & Cooling
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central
- Heating: Central, Wood Stove, Natural Gas
- Interior Features
- Appliances: Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Cook Top, Gas Plumbed, Gas Water Heater, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Microwave, Self/Cont Clean Oven, Free Standing Gas Oven
- Green Energy Efficient: Appliances
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Wood Stove
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
- Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Dryer Included, Gas Hook-Up, Washer Included, Inside Area
- Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Deck, Uncovered Patio
- Window Features: Dual Pane Full, Window Coverings, Window Screens
- Levels: One
- # of Stories: 1
- Room Information
- Room Type: Attic, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Den, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry
- Living Room Features: Deck Attached
- Kitchen Features: Kitchen/Family Combo, Laminate Counter
- Dining Room Features: Dining Bar, Dining/Living Combo
- Main Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Family Room, Master Bedroom, Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen
- Basement Sq.Ft.: 0
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Fencing: Back Yard, Wood
- Allows Horses: No
- Roof: Composition
- Pool Information
- Has Private Pool: No
- Has Spa: Yes
- Spa Features: Spa/Hot Tub Personal
- Property Information
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Subtype Description: Detached
- Year Built: 1,986
- Land Information
- Land Use: Residential
- Lot Information
- Lot Features: Manual Sprinkler F&R, Low Maintenance
- Lot Size Square Feet: 10,454
- Lot Size Acres: 0.24
- Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Utilities
- Green Energy Information
- Power Production Year Install: 0
- Power Production Size: 0.00
- Utility Information
- Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected
- Electric: Generator, 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Septic System
- Irrigation Source: Shares Domestic Well
- Water Source: Well
Location
- HOA Information
- Association YN: No
- School Information
- School District County: Nevada
- Elementary School District: Nevada City
- Middle Or Junior School District: Nevada City
- High School District: Nevada Joint Union
- Location Information
- Postal Code Plus 4: 9699
- Postal Code: 95959
- County Or Parish: Nevada
- CrossStreet: Winding Way
- Directions: Banner Lava Cap to Valley View to near Corner of Winding Way.
- State Or Province: CA
- Street Number Numeric: 12486
- Unparsed Address: 12486 Valley View Rd, Nevada City, CA 95959-9699
- Street Address Filtered: 12486 Valley View Rd
- Community Information
- Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
- Beds: 2
- Baths: 2.0
- Sq. Ft.: 1,156
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1986
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Nevada County
- APN: 037270030000
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- Selling Agent
- Buyer Agent Full Name: Kela L Madeiros
Around this home
Schools
Public K-3 • Assigned • 2.3mi
Public 4-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5 days above 92° expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
34 unhealthy days expected this year, 40 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
Exceptional sunlight
SunscoreThere appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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| Address | Redfin Estimate |
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3 Beds | 3 Baths | 1678 Sq. Ft. | $471,081 |
1 Beds | 1 Baths | 944 Sq. Ft. | $345,483 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 1204 Sq. Ft. | $487,818 |
3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1838 Sq. Ft. | $598,232 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1800 Sq. Ft. | $549,292 |
- Beds | - Baths | 1606 Sq. Ft. | $464,068 |
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