This beautifully updated home near Downtown Placerville retains its historical charm while offering gorgeous finishes and features. The kitchen is stunning with marble countertops, a farmhouse sink, custom tiled backsplash, plus open concept living. The main living areas have wood flooring, with tiled floors in the bathroom and dining room for easy maintenance. Outside, you'll find a welcoming fully fenced backyard with a lawn area, room for gardening and a large patio that includes a gazebo that's perfect for relaxing and entertaining. Additionally, there is Comcast internet. Plus, a basement for added storage. This location is perfect for easy access to Hwy 50, the El Dorado Trail, and all the events, shopping and entertainment that Placerville has to offer. Great things really do come in small packages, and this is it!
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
4,792 sq ftLot Size
$456Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Susan Wise•DRE #01952707• eXp Realty of California, Inc.
*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
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1962
Sq. Ft.
814
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
El Dorado County
APN
002211056000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
R4
High Density Multi-Family Residential Zone
The purpose of this Zone is to: Provide for the development of duplexes and other types of residences, and multi-family dwellings in garden apartments, in areas properly located in relation to commercial and other residential areas, and where utilities, streets, sidewalks, transit, bikeways, schools, recreation areas and other necessary facilities can feasibly serve a high population density; Create conditions conducive to a desirable multi-family residential environment, protect it from the encroachment of unrelated uses affecting the development of vacant land and detrimental to existing residences, and limit the continuance of such uses in existence in the area; Ensure light, air, privacy and useable open spaces for residential living; Provide for those facilities primarily serving the neighborhood and serving it best by being located within it, providing such facilities are in the appropriate locations and in harmony with the neighborhood.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Features: No Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Other Bathroom Features: Tile, Tub w/Shower Over, Window
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 2
Master Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central
Heating: Central, Fireplace Insert, Fireplace(s)
Interior Features
Appliances: Free Standing Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Free Standing Electric Range
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Electric, Washer Included, Inside Area
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Window Features: Dual Pane Partial
Levels: One
# of Stories: 1
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room
Living Room Features: Other
Kitchen Features: Marble Counter, Island, Kitchen/Family Combo, Wood Counter
Dining Room Features: Formal Area
Basement: Partial
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Street Entrance
Lower Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Street Entrance
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Back Yard
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
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Year Built: 1,938
Land Information
Land Use: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Curb(s)/Gutter(s)
Lot Size Square Feet: 4,792
Lot Size Acres: 0.11
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Connected, Internet Available
Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
Sewer: Public Sewer
Irrigation Source: Public District
Water Source: Public
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: 4762
Postal Code: 95667
County Or Parish: El Dorado
CrossStreet: Clay
Directions: From Highway 50 take Mosquito Road. 2nd home on the left.
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 2979
Unparsed Address: 2979 Mosquito Rd, Placerville, CA 95667-4762
Street Address Filtered: 2979 Mosquito Rd
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 814
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 1962
County: El Dorado County
APN: 002211056000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: Jackie D Arthur
Around this home
Schools
Sierra Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
Edwin Markham Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
El Dorado High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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
3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 17 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, 38 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Placerville, CA • 95667
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 13.5 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
13.5 hrs
5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$353,000 – $427,000
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