HORSE PROPERTY - A rare opportunity to own one of Nevada County's premier equestrian estates. This exceptional 10+ acre property offers the elusive combination of fully usable land, abundant year-round water, complete privacy, and an unbeatable location just minutes from Grass Valley and Nevada City. Only one mile from Jones Bar Trail to the South Yuba River, it's a rider's paradise featuring a handcrafted 4-stall barn with tack room, wash rack, paddocks, an 80' x 200'/- arena & round pen with footing and sprinklers and 2x4 non-climb fencing. The beautifully remodeled home boasts hand-crafted hickory cabinetry, granite countertops, vaulted ceilings with skylights, and a spacious primary suite with deck overlooking lush, irrigated pastures. Strong well plus irrigation, sprinkler system, two year-round ponds, and expandable internet complete this extraordinary offering. Expansion with possible ADU with separate septic. Bed/Bath count differs from the county, buyer to verify.''
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
10.73 acresLot Size
$421Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Laura Berman•DRE #00934015• Nick Sadek Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with David Palma•DRE #01938792• eXp Realty of California, Inc
Est. $3,182 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 12816 Jones Bar Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Sep 2, 2026
Sold
$799,000
$421/sq ft
BUILDIUM #1
Apr 4, 2024
Rental Removed
$2,800
$1/sq ft
Feb 16, 2024
Listed for Rent
$2,800
$1/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 2004
Sold
$475,000
$250/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,771 (+2.2%)
$197,019 + $143,166
$340,185
2024
$3,690 (+2.5%)
$193,156 + $140,359
$333,515
2023
$3,601 (+1.0%)
$185,656 + $134,909
$320,565
2022
$3,564 (+2.7%)
$185,656 + $134,909
$320,565
2021
$3,469 (+0.2%)
$182,016 + $132,264
$314,280
2020
$3,462 (+4.2%)
$178,448 + $129,671
$308,119
2019
$3,321
$176,619 + $128,342
$304,961
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10.73 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,898
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Nevada County
APN
004081042000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 30, 2026.
AG-10
Agricultural District
The AG District provides areas for farming, ranching, agricultural support facilities and services, low intensity uses, and open space. It is consistent with all agricultural-oriented General Plan land use designations, as well as those designations that allow for more intensive uses. Agricultural uses are of primary importance and all other uses are secondary.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Garage Facing Front, Guest Parking Available
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Master Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Double Sinks, Tile, Tub w/Shower Over
Other Bathroom Features: Granite, Tile, Tub w/Shower Over
Lot Features: Pond Year Round, Other, Low Maintenance
Lot Size Square Feet: 467,399
Lot Size Acres: 10.73
Other Structures: Barn(s), Pergola, Gazebo
Utilities
Green Energy Information
Power Production Year Install: 0
Power Production Size: 0.00
Utility Information
Utilities: Propane
Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen
Sewer: Septic System
Irrigation Source: Public District, Irrigation Connected, Irrigation District
Water Source: Well
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
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: 9065
Postal Code: 95959
County Or Parish: Nevada
CrossStreet: Newtown Road
Directions: Newtown Road to Jones Bar, property on left.
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 12816
Unparsed Address: 12816 Jones Bar Rd, Nevada City, CA 95959-9065
Street Address Filtered: 12816 Jones Bar Rd
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,898
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10.73 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: Nevada County
APN: 004081042000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 30, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: David Palma
Around this home
Schools
Margaret G. Scotten Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 3.5mi
3/10
Lyman Gilmore Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi
4/10
Nevada Union High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.6mi
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
6/10 Fire Factor
10% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° 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
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 5% for direct sun exposure in Nevada City. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$738,000 – $894,000
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