STUNNING Mountain Property in the Sierra Foothills, the center of the California Gold Rush! This tastefully designed CUSTOM home with two ground floor bedrooms and two full bathrooms plus a loft with spiral staircase, decorative rustic railings, and lake views on five acres is meticulously maintained and offers a private retreat to escape to. .. whether from your work life "in town" if you choose to commute into the nearby Oroville/Chico area or for regular getaways from city life with a drive time of only 3 hours or less from San Francisco and Sacramento! In addition to the home’s loft that can be used as a third/guest bedroom or home office/gym, there are many convenient features including a dog washing + laundry folding station, walk-in pantry or utility closet, high-speed internet availability via Starlink, video security system, metal roof, backup Generac generator, 500 gallon water storage tank, gated driveway, and plenty of storage on the property. The property also boasts a large, detached, 4-door garage with a full bathroom, kitchen, built-in air compressor + air vacuum, and wood stove and wall heaters to stay comfortable and utilize the garage space in the cooler months! There is ample room to park your cars, boats, and toys to enjoy the surrounding foothills full of outdoor activities, lakes and local California history and wineries to explore. Come relax on the back deck in the hot tub or taking in the Oroville Lake views, cozy up by the wood stove, produce your own food in the fenced garden area and chicken coop, and have peace of mind knowing this property has fire safe features like residential fire sprinklers and defensible space clearance. Wonderful opportunity to own your own piece of paradise! Truly a luxury property… that shows well in photos, but is even more spectacular in person and ready to be appreciated by its next owner or family.
Single-familyProperty Type
2011Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$355Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Sheerene Mehrizi•DRE #02054184• Century 21 Select Real Estate Inc
Contact: 530 774-3377
Bought with Randy Chapman•DRE #01347365• Table Mountain Realty, Inc.
STUNNING CUSTOM HOME ON 5 GORGEOUS ACRES IN AN ULTIMATE NATURE LOVER'S PARADISE. .. . Only 10 miles from Lakeside Market in Oroville, this gated and superbly crafted 3 bed. , 2 ba. beauty reflects top of the line and tasteful upgrades throughout. Upon entry, you will notice the soaring wood ceiling and the expansive, 2-story windows on the backside of the home that showcase the backyard and scenic view. The open concept floorplan includes the great room with a cozy gas fireplace, a spiral staircase leading to the loft/third bedroom with two queen beds and the well-appointed and beautiful kitchen. Knotty alder cabinets are soft close, the kitchen island has a gas range and the gorgeous granite counter tops have rustic, chiseled edges. The kitchen has under-cabinet lighting, a pantry and the laundry room has an additional, very large walk-in pantry. A custom dog washing center is a special feature in the laundry room. The stunning primary suite has a vaulted wood ceiling, dual vanities, custom barn doors for the walk-in closet and bathroom, a custom dresser and shelving in the closet, as well as large windows with access to the back deck and outdoor spa. Surrounded by natural beauty and serenity, just imagine time in the spa as you enjoy an amazing sunset. The 1,500 sq. ft. shop/garage has epoxy floor coating, 4 garage doors, a bathroom, a full kitchen with alder cabinets and has been used as an additional dwelling. A cozy woodstove is in the shop area as well as a large air compressor with at least 5 adaptors and a dust collection system with hoses. Additional features include: remote controlled blinds on windows in the great room and primary bedroom; engineered wood flooring throughout with tile in bathrooms and laundry room; knotty alder cabinets, doors, trim and baseboards throughout; ceiling fans throughout; custom railing on loft; fenced garden area; circular driveway; two citrus trees; many dogwood and redbud trees; water fountain near front door; stamped concrete patio area with pond; gated, large back deck; custom storage/garden shed; well pump house with storage; metal roof on house and shop/garage; metal and wood siding; 20,000 kw generator; two 500 gal. propane tanks; three tankless water heaters; 500 gal. water tank; electric entrance gate; and expansive, custom retaining walls. This one owner home on 5 private acres reflects the dreams and love poured into this amazing home and property. Call to view today!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,148 (−9.7%)
$127,500 + $448,800
$576,300
2025
$6,805 (+1.0%)
$127,500 + $448,800
$576,300
2024
$6,737 (+97.5%)
$153,000 + $482,460
$635,460
2023
$3,410 (+3.3%)
$150,000 + $473,000
$623,000
2022
$3,301 (+1.9%)
$41,201 + $267,115
$308,316
2021
$3,240
$40,394 + $261,878
$302,272
2020
$3,241 (+27.1%)
$39,602 + $256,744
$296,346
2019
$2,551 (+17.0%)
$39,196 + $254,112
$293,308
2018
$2,180 (+3.4%)
$38,428 + $190,895
$229,323
2017
$2,109 (+1.4%)
$36,937 + $154,649
$191,586
2016
$2,080 (+5.3%)
$36,937 + $154,649
$191,586
2015
$1,976 (+25.8%)
$36,213 + $151,617
$187,830
2014
$1,571 (+2.8%)
$34,972 + $107,788
$142,760
2013
$1,528 (+0.8%)
$34,972 + $107,788
$142,760
2012
$1,515
$34,814 + $107,301
$142,115
Tax history for 545 Lower Forbestown Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,148 (−9.7%)
$127,500 + $448,800
$576,300
2025
$6,805 (+1.0%)
$127,500 + $448,800
$576,300
2024
$6,737 (+97.5%)
$153,000 + $482,460
$635,460
2023
$3,410 (+3.3%)
$150,000 + $473,000
$623,000
2022
$3,301 (+1.9%)
$41,201 + $267,115
$308,316
2021
$3,240
$40,394 + $261,878
$302,272
2020
$3,241 (+27.1%)
$39,602 + $256,744
$296,346
2019
$2,551 (+17.0%)
$39,196 + $254,112
$293,308
2018
$2,180 (+3.4%)
$38,428 + $190,895
$229,323
2017
$2,109 (+1.4%)
$36,937 + $154,649
$191,586
2016
$2,080 (+5.3%)
$36,937 + $154,649
$191,586
2015
$1,976 (+25.8%)
$36,213 + $151,617
$187,830
2014
$1,571 (+2.8%)
$34,972 + $107,788
$142,760
2013
$1,528 (+0.8%)
$34,972 + $107,788
$142,760
2012
$1,515
$34,814 + $107,301
$142,115
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,774
Year built
2010
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Butte County
APN
073110006000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
TM
Timber Mountain Zone
The purpose of the TM zone is to preserve Butte County's valuable timber resources and to protect both the economic and environmental value of these lands. Standards for the TM zone are intended to support the growing and harvesting of timber, pulp woods, and other forestry products for commercial purposes. Permitted uses include logging, timber processing, crop cultivation, agricultural processing, and the management of forest lands for timber operations and animal grazing. Extractive uses that are generally compatible with forestry operations, including mining and oil and gas extraction, are conditionally permitted in the TM zone. The minimum permitted parcel size in the TM zone is 160 acres. The TM zone allows for 1 single-family home per parcel. The TM zone implements the Timber Mountain land use designation in the General Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Processing
Infrastructure
Lodging & hospitality
Educational/school
Agriculture-Cropland
Aug 13, 2025 • Final
Residential accessory structure
Install a woodstove and two furnaces in the garage and shop areas.
ADU
HVAC
Plumbing
Remodel
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Boat, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Driveway - Gravel, Driveway Down Slope From Street, Garage, Gated
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Multi-Level Bedroom, Walk-In Closet
Fireplace Information
Wood
Has Fireplace
Heating Information
Central Furnace, Wood Stove
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: Front
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Spa Features: See Remarks
Has Spa
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: 2-5 Units/Acre, Down Slope from Street, Sprinkler System, Treed Lot, Yard
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 073110006000
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property ADU: No
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Electricity Connected, Propane, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: Private, Well
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Fishing, Foothills, Hiking, Lake, Hunting, Watersports, Mountainous, Rural
School Information
High School District: Oroville City
Location Information
Latitude: 39.51193800
Longitude: -121.31331100
Directions: CA-162, right on Forbestown Road, left on Lower Forbestown Road
Zoning: U
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,774
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2010
Year Renovated: —
County: Butte County
APN: 073110006000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: Personal property (furniture), washer + dryer
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 530 774-3377
Days Active in MLS: 163
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 163
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Sheerene
List Agent Last Name: Mehrizi
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Century 21 Select Real Estate Inc
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Randy
Buyer Agent Last Name: Chapman
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Table Mountain Realty, Inc.
Around this home
Schools
Ophir Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 9.7mi
5/10
Ishi Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.6mi
5/10
Las Plumas High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.2mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
41% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 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
40 unhealthy days expected this year, 44 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 13.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$548,000 – $664,000
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