Getaway to this cabin in the woods with intoxicating long-range view less than 15 min. to downtown Nevada City; access to Pioneer Trail for mtn biking & hiking; 45 min to the ski slopes; 10 min to Scotts Flat Lake. Rich pine floors and efficient wood stove add to the cozy cabin feel. Neighborhood of custom homes, distant enough to provide a private setting on 5.9 useable acres. Well maintained home refreshed in the past 5-7 yrs w/new roof, int&ext paint, water htr, water filtration, skylight, BR flooring and more. New 10X20 shed w/loft adds valuable storage. 2 level home allows for guest privacy w/2 BR, full bath & sep. entrance on lower level. Most furniture is negotiable & split oak firewood included to last the season! Do not follow GPS directions, call agent for best route.
Single-familyProperty Type
1984Year Built
5.9 acresLot Size
$260Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Lynn Stanley•DRE #00862565• Century 21 Cornerstone Realty
Bought with Randy Smith•DRE #01346264• RE/MAX Gold
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno, Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
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Sale history for 14520 Lightning Tree Rd
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Dec 18, 2018
Sold
$365,000
$260/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 29, 2007
Sold
$395,500
$282/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,454 (+2.2%)
$170,671 + $244,630
$415,301
2024
$4,356 (+2.1%)
$167,325 + $239,834
$407,159
2023
$4,269 (+2.1%)
$160,829 + $230,522
$391,351
2022
$4,179 (+2.8%)
$160,829 + $230,522
$391,351
2021
$4,066 (+0.3%)
$157,676 + $226,002
$383,678
2020
$4,054 (+2.1%)
$154,585 + $221,571
$376,156
2019
$3,970
$153,000 + $219,300
$372,300
Tax history for 14520 Lightning Tree Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,454 (+2.2%)
$170,671 + $244,630
$415,301
2024
$4,356 (+2.1%)
$167,325 + $239,834
$407,159
2023
$4,269 (+2.1%)
$160,829 + $230,522
$391,351
2022
$4,179 (+2.8%)
$160,829 + $230,522
$391,351
2021
$4,066 (+0.3%)
$157,676 + $226,002
$383,678
2020
$4,054 (+2.1%)
$154,585 + $221,571
$376,156
2019
$3,970
$153,000 + $219,300
$372,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.9 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,404
Year built
1984
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Nevada County
APN
034141012000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Other Bathroom Features: Low-Flow Toilet(s)
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 3
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), None
Heating: Wood Stove, See Remarks
Interior Features
Appliances: Built-In Electric Range, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Free Standing Refrigerator
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Wood
Laundry Features: Inside Room
Patio And Porch Features: Covered Patio, Uncovered Deck
# of Stories: 2
Room Information
Room Type: Baths Other
Kitchen Features: Laminate Counter
Dining Room Features: Dining/Living Combo
Exterior
Exterior Features
Allows Horses: No
Roof: Composition
Pool Information
Has Private Pool: No
Has Spa: No
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Subtype Description: Attached
Year Built: 1,984
Lot Information
Lot Features: Low Maintenance
Lot Size Square Feet: 257,004
Lot Size Acres: 5.9
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Internet Available, See Remarks
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Septic System
Water Source: Well
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School Information
School District County: Nevada
Location Information
Postal Code Plus 4: 9288
Postal Code: 95959
County Or Parish: Nevada
CrossStreet: Cooper
Directions: Do not use GPS directions! Either No. Bloomfield to Cooper 3.1 mi. to Lightning Tree or Hwy 20 to Conservation Camp Rd., rt. Cooper to left on Lightning Tree. Just 3/10 mile on gravel road on Lightning Tree to PIQ.
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 14520
Unparsed Address: 14520 Lightning Tree Rd, Nevada City, CA 95959-9288
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,404
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5.9 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1984
Year Renovated: —
County: Nevada County
APN: 034141012000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: Randy C Smith
Around this home
Schools
Seven Hills Intermediate School
Public 4-8 • Assigned • 6.2mi
7/10
Nevada Union High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.8mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
4% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
1 days above 92° expected this year, 2 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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