Discover this peaceful Placerville mountain retreat offering privacy, self-sufficient living, and spectacular long-range views from nearly every angle. Situated on 1.5 acres, the property includes usable, gently sloped and flat areas, plus a separate pad below the home that may offer potential for an ADU or additional structure. This 1,152 sq ft single-story home is positioned to take full advantage of the scenery, with over 400 feet of decking for relaxing or entertaining outdoors. Inside you'll find 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a comfortable layout, and large dual-pane windows that frame the surrounding mountain views. A walk-out basement provides additional storage or workspace. Designed for semi off-grid living, the home operates almost entirely independent of public utilities with septic and a spring-fed water collection system that the seller relied on exclusively for 21 years and shares with a neighbor. A programmable kerosene heater(very efficient and easy to use) keeps the home cozy in winter and a swamp cooler provides summer comfort. While the decks could use some TLC, they offer incredible outdoor living space and unforgettable views. Located just a 1/4 mile to Chili Bar and the South Fork of the American River for world-class rafting and recreation, yet only 6 minutes to downtown Placerville, you truly get the best of both worlds. A detached two-car garage sits above the home, and PG&E is currently burying the power lines for improved reliability and aesthetics. Bring your vision and a few tools to transform this charming cottage into your ideal mountain escape.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
1.5 acresLot Size
$304Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Joelle Fondale•DRE #01809618• Keller Williams Realty Folsom
Bought with Joelle Fondale•DRE #01809618• Keller Williams Realty Folsom
Est. $2,214 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1495 Miners Spring Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
May 1, 2026
Sold
$350,000
$304/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 2004
Sold
$273,000
$237/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 6, 1989
Sold
$94,000
$82/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,203 (+0.2%)
$104,500 + $202,500
$307,000
2024
$3,197 (−0.8%)
$104,500 + $202,500
$307,000
2023
$3,222 (−0.5%)
$104,500 + $202,500
$307,000
2022
$3,239 (−0.8%)
$104,500 + $202,500
$307,000
2021
$3,266 (+0.5%)
$104,500 + $202,500
$307,000
2020
$3,250 (−0.7%)
$104,500 + $202,500
$307,000
2019
$3,274 (+1.2%)
$104,500 + $202,500
$307,000
2018
$3,235 (−0.5%)
$104,500 + $202,500
$307,000
2017
$3,250
$104,281 + $202,719
$307,000
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.5 Acres
Year renovated
1973
Sq. Ft.
1,152
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
El Dorado County
APN
089160010000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2026.
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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
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Facing Side
Driveway Sidewalks: Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Other Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Tub w/Shower Over, Window
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 2
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Evaporative Cooler
Heating: Fireplace Insert, Fireplace(s), Wood Stove, Other
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Water Heater
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Insert, Living Room, Raised Hearth, Stone
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen
Basement Sq.Ft.: 0
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: Detached
Year Built: 1,973
Lot Information
Lot Features: Private
Lot Size Square Feet: 65,340
Lot Size Acres: 1.5
Utilities
Green Energy Information
Power Production Year Install: 0
Power Production Size: 0.00
Utility Information
Utilities: Oil
Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
Sewer: Septic System, Septic Connected
Irrigation Source: Spring(s), See Remarks
Water Source: See Remarks
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School Information
School District County: El Dorado
Elementary School District: Placerville Union
Middle Or Junior School District: Placerville Union
High School District: El Dorado Union High
Location Information
Postal Code Plus 4: 9617
Postal Code: 95667
County Or Parish: El Dorado
CrossStreet: Hwy198
Directions: From Hwy 49, take 193, 1.8 miles to Miners Spring. on Left (If you get to Chili Bar...you have gone too far.) 1st Driveway on Right - Go past the bright red house on right to the top of it....this is where you enter. Cross Street: Hwy 193
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 1495
Unparsed Address: 1495 Miners Spring Rd, Placerville, CA 95667-9617
Street Address Filtered: 1495 Miners Spring Rd
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,152
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 1973
County: El Dorado County
APN: 089160010000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 21, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: Joelle D Fondale
Around this home
5/100 Car-Dependent
Schools
Places
Transit
Sierra Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
Edwin Markham Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
7/10
El Dorado High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
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
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 99° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
19 unhealthy days expected this year, 29 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Placerville, CA • 95667
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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43
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43
66
48
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48
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44
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Jul
Aug
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Oct
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Dec
Sun exposure
65/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.6 hrs
3.9 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$396,000 – $479,000
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