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Discover an exceptional 16.1-acre Placer County country estate offering easy living and investment potential. This panoramic view property, strategically located minutes from Lincoln, Newcastle, Loomis, Penryn, and Auburn, is ideal for discerning hobbyists, business owners, and equestrian enthusiasts. Uniquely zoned for 5-acre minimum lots with an approved three-way split, this acreage provides significant financial flexibility. Over $200,000 in professionally installed asphalt ensures complete accessibility. The single-story main residence spans 4,655 square feet with 2 possible ADUs, 4-6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, gourmet kitchen with a massive Viking range and hood, and granite finishes. A separate second-story ADU or secondary primary suite with attached deck offers income potential and operational flexibility. The equestrian infrastructure is professional-grade: four barns with 10 stalls with room to expand, a large MD full scale barn with a covered indoor riding arena, complete with sound system, office space, tack rooms, and even AC. Mare hotel, foaling and hay barns offer horse and cattle amenities, or space for car, boat, and RV storage. Cross-fencing creates multiple pastures. Championship-quality facilities accommodate serious training, breeding, and competition operations. Strategic infrastructure enhances sustainability: 64 owned solar panels, 21kW Generac generator, dual wells with PCWA access, and walk-in freezer. A serene pond provides waterfront with panoramic views. Amenities include salt water gunite pool and spa, fire pit, water fountain, and patios. ADA-compliant features ensure accessibility. Convenient I-80 access to Sacramento and Roseville. This rare Placer County acreage property seamlessly integrates luxury, functionality, and investment opportunity.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
16.1 acresLot Size
$537Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jaydee Sheppard•DRE #01790329• Gateway Properties
Washington Trail, located between Auburn Ravine and the Newcastle foothills, is a residential and semi-rural Newcastle neighborhood with winding lanes and oak-dotted open space. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the small cluster at Taylor Rd and Newcastle Rd, where local storefronts and roadside stops set a low-key, day-to-day rhythm. Housing trends toward ranch-style homes and newer builds on larger lots, with long driveways and a strong sense of separation from traffic. The landscape reads as Sierra foothill—rolling grades, seasonal creeks, and wide skies. Daily errands and casual meetups often orbit nearby Newcastle Produce and Ikeda’s California Country Market. Outdoor time points toward Auburn State Recreation Area and the American River corridor.
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Market insights
5875 Sycamore Hill Rd · $2,500,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 33 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.7%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$2,500,000
Median sale price in this area is $719,639. (71% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
23% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Cathedral and open beam ceilings
Formal entry
Storage areas
Accessible doors, full bath, and kitchen
Dual-pane, caulked/sealed, weather-stripped windows
Front porch, uncovered deck, and covered patio
Pets allowed
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms (possible up to 6)
Primary bedroom with walk-in closet, sitting area and outside access; primary on ground floor
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom
Primary bath with shower stall(s), double sinks, sitting area, and tile
Other baths featuring shower stall(s), double sinks, tile and window
Kitchen
Granite counters and island
Breakfast room and pantry closet
Dishwasher, hood over range, gas cooktop, double oven, free-standing gas range/oven, free-standing refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry room with cabinets, sink, space for freezer/refrigerator; laundry located inside
Flooring
Carpet, laminate and tile
Heating & cooling
Central heating and cooling with multi-zone/multi-unit controls
Pellet stove and wood stove (fireplace features), plus fireplace(s)
Whole house fan; ceiling fans
Tankless water heater
Exterior features
Balcony
Barn(s), shed(s), workshop, storage and outbuildings
Pond (year-round)
Secluded setting at a dead-end; property accessed via gated entrance
Auto sprinkler front & rear, low-maintenance landscaping, cul-de-sac location, irregular-shaped lot
Home design
Single-family ranchette/country residence
One level; 1 story
Composition roof
Entry from street
Parking
3-car garage with interior access and side-facing garage
Covered parking
Circular, paved and gated driveway
Security
Gated entrance
Construction
Built in 1996
Composition roof
Utilities
Cable available
Solar (photovoltaics)
Natural gas connected and propane available
220V electrical and generator
Septic system (connected)
Irrigation available/connected via irrigation district
Water from well, storage tank and water district
HOA & community
No homeowners association
Other
Allows horses with extensive horse amenities including 7+ stalls, arena, barn amenities, boarding facilities, tack room and irrigated pasture
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Perform an interior remodel including a garage conversion and updates to the living space and bathrooms. Construct a covered porch.
Addition
Bathroom
Remodel
May 30, 2014 • Final
Residential: full review - additions, adu, accessory structures, pools, remodel, demo, generators, and other
Install a roof-mounted photovoltaic system on an agricultural building. The installation includes solar modules, inverters, and a racking system.
Electrical
Solar
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
9% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° 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
31 unhealthy days expected this year, 35 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Newcastle, CA • 95658
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 13.9 hours in
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Redfin Estimate for 5875 Sycamore Hill Rd
$2,483,329
$17K under list price of $2.50M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.2M to $4.0M.