Welcome to 205 Will Sauer Rd in the desirable Franktown area behind a private gate, where city convenience meets serene country living. This luxury hillside home features oversized windows, bathing the interior in natural light and offering breathtaking views of the lake, valley, and forest. Exquisite finishes include custom woodwork, stone, and tile. The bright gourmet kitchen, formal dining room, and expansive great room are perfect for entertaining and everyday comfort. , The Primary Suite provides a private oasis, while the den/office/studio offers versatile space. A state-of-the-art, hospital-grade HVAC system ensures optimal air quality year-round. Additional amenities include a large laundry room, ample storage, a patio, a 4-car garage, and a shop. Security is paramount with a gated entrance. Abutting the National Forest, this exceptional home combines luxury, privacy, and access to nature. Don’t miss this rare opportunity.
Single-familyProperty Type
2008Year Built
5.02 acresLot Size
$509Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Jon Stieber•DRE #BS.146234• NVG Properties LLC
Bought with Lori Gemme•DRE #B.29552• NVG Properties LLC
Desirable Franktown location; city close, country peaceful. Luxury hillside home, over-sized windows for natural light and stunning views of lake, valley, and forest. Gorgeous finishes, woodwork, stone and tile with bright gourmet kitchen and appliances, formal dining, large great room, Master Suite, den/office/studio, large laundry, much storage, patio, 4-car garage plus shop. Very private, security gated, abuts National Forest. Built for entertaining, comfortable living, low maintenance. Exceptional home!, Pro-designed kitchen boasts maple cabinets, pantry, pull out shelving, granite, stainless appliances, gas Thermador cooktop. Heat rated fireplace with gorgeous handmade mantel and hand carved chipmunk. Hunter Douglas blinds, porcelain floor tile with decorative border, hand-scraped hardwood, carrera and fossil marble bath counters, large soaking tub. Custom bowl sink, bright laundry with sink & cabinetry, low maintenance flowering perennials and trees to attract birds and butterflies. RV hookups. Pet fence. Built specifically for high quality features, low maintenance, low utility cost, and luxury living. Close to hospital, pool, parks, fire/EMT, stocked fishing, tennis, equestrian center, golf, waterfalls. Priced below replacement value. SELLER'S NEED 72 HOURS TO RESPOND TO OFFER PLEASE
Public Records
Mar 18, 2005
Sold
$415,000
$152/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 25, 2003
Sold
$190,000
$70/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 22, 1994
Sold
$216,000
$79/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,217 (+3.0%)
$168,000 + $178,657
$346,657
2024
$8,949 (+8.0%)
$168,000 + $180,990
$348,990
2023
$8,286 (+8.0%)
$147,000 + $181,978
$328,978
2022
$7,672 (+3.0%)
$136,500 + $172,223
$308,723
2021
$7,449 (+3.0%)
$105,000 + $143,055
$248,055
2020
$7,232 (+3.0%)
$96,250 + $141,643
$237,893
2019
$7,021 (+1.6%)
$96,250 + $141,729
$237,979
2018
$6,908
$78,750 + $137,934
$216,684
2017
$6,904 (+0.2%)
$78,750 + $134,453
$213,203
2016
$6,893 (−0.2%)
$78,750 + $134,318
$213,068
2015
$6,909 (+2.1%)
$78,750 + $136,605
$215,355
2014
$6,768
$78,750 + $137,042
$215,792
Tax history for 205 Will Sauer Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,217 (+3.0%)
$168,000 + $178,657
$346,657
2024
$8,949 (+8.0%)
$168,000 + $180,990
$348,990
2023
$8,286 (+8.0%)
$147,000 + $181,978
$328,978
2022
$7,672 (+3.0%)
$136,500 + $172,223
$308,723
2021
$7,449 (+3.0%)
$105,000 + $143,055
$248,055
2020
$7,232 (+3.0%)
$96,250 + $141,643
$237,893
2019
$7,021 (+1.6%)
$96,250 + $141,729
$237,979
2018
$6,908
$78,750 + $137,934
$216,684
2017
$6,904 (+0.2%)
$78,750 + $134,453
$213,203
2016
$6,893 (−0.2%)
$78,750 + $134,318
$213,068
2015
$6,909 (+2.1%)
$78,750 + $136,605
$215,355
2014
$6,768
$78,750 + $137,042
$215,792
*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
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.02 Acres
Year renovated
2008
Sq. Ft.
2,727
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Washoe County
APN
172-010-13
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 4, 2026.
GR
General Rural
The General Rural (GR) Regulatory Zone is intended to identify areas that are: Remote and will have no or very low density development (i.e. 1 dwelling unit per 40 acres), Remote but where unique developments may occur (e.g. destination resorts).; Suitable for more intensive resource extraction, including energy production.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Winery & vineyard
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational / school
Library
Museum / gallery
Recreation-Other
Agriculture-Cropland
Mar 19, 2026 • Final
Utility
Install a generator with a transfer switch.
Generator
Jun 3, 2025 • Final
Washoe ez residential hvac
HVAC
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 Information
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Parking Total: 4
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking, Tandem
Carport YN: No
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Sink, Cabinets, Laundry Area
Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Oven, Gas Cooktop
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Window Features: Blinds, Drapes, Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Vinyl Frames
Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Porcelain
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: Partial
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2,727
Construction Materials: Stone, Stucco
Roof: Composition, Shingle, Pitched
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Other Structures: Corral(s)
Property Information
Property Attached YN: No
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Levels: Bi-Level
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Open Lot, Sloped Up, Wooded, Adjoins BLM/BIA Land
View YN: Yes
View: Meadow, Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
Zoning: Gr
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,285
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Water Available, Internet Available
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Refrigerated
Has Cooling
Heating: Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating YN: Yes
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Pleasant Valley
Middle Or Junior School: Pine
High School: Galena
Location Information
Road Responsibility: Road Maintenance Agreement
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,727
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5.02 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2008
Year Renovated: 2008
County: Washoe County
APN: 172-010-13
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 4, 2026
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Schools
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.2mi
8/10
Marce Herz Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.3mi
7/10
Galena High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.5mi
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
8/10 Fire Factor
29% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
17 unhealthy days expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 12 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.32M – $1.60M
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