51 W Lightning W Ranch Rd, Washoe Valley, NV 89704
About this home
Exquisitely designed home in Franktown Estates. Located on 1.19 acres on the 13th fairway of Thunder Canyon Golf Club, the details of this home are incomparable. Sierra Mt. Views abound from each and every window. The grand gourmet kitchen has the best there is to offer and a quaint sun room where you can enjoy your morning coffee. A large, temp controlled wine cellar in the formal dinning room also opens up to a private courtyard with fireplace to enjoy an evening with friends. This home has much more!, When driving in to this beautiful home in Franktown Estates, the first you will notice is the landscaping. The mature Jeffrey pines and large boulders are plentiful as you pull around the circular drive. As you enter the back yard you are greeted to sounds of cascading water flowing into a coy pond and a stream. The waterfall, pond and stream has incredibly natural looking rock formations that gives you the feel of being secluded in the woods. Before you reach the front door, you walk through a large courtyard with seating around a kiva fireplace. This is a nice place to retreat to after a fine dinner with friends. The entry way of the home opens into a nice foyer which then enters into a very open living room with an oversized wet bar and a top of the line surround sound with large screen television built into the wall. It is like having your own personal movie theatre. This room has exposed beam ceilings which are also prevalent in several other rooms in the house. This home has a master bedroom with a fireplace, gorgeous views of the sierra's and a large bathroom with a jacuzzi tub, walk in shower and his and hers closets. There is also a nice outdoor sitting area off the master bedroom adjacent to the coy pond. On the same side of the house is an office/library with its own fireplace. As you walk to the other side of the house, you will come across a dining room with exquisite views and a large walk in temperature controlled wine cellar. Across the hall is the gourmet kitchen which boast all the latest appliances and a top of the line range made for any level chef. The kitchen offers a sun room with windows on three sides to allow the sun to come in any time of day. It is a wonderful place to catch up on your reading or enjoy a morning coffee. The east end of the house has two guest suites with their own full bathroom and walk in closet. There is also a maid quarters or hobby room with separate entrance to the outside. This room also has a full bathroom. This is a great entertaining home that you will be able to create many memories with friends, family and business partners. A Must See!
Single-familyProperty Type
1999Year Built
1.19 acresLot Size
$448Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Ann Marie Sear•DRE #S.173053• Choice Premier Properties
Bought with Ginger Easley•DRE #S.78114• RE/MAX Realty Affiliates
SPECTACULAR VIEWS OVERLOOKING THE BEAUTIFUL, PAR THREE, TWELTH HOLE OF THE THUNDER CANYON GOLF COURSE. VIEWS OF SURROUNDING MOUNTAINS AS WELL AS THE GOLF COURSE MAKE THIS A CHOICE HOMESITE.
Public Records
Jan 8, 1997
Sold
$163,500
$35/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 10, 1996
Sold
$12,500,000
$2,660/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,279 (+3.0%)
$87,500 + $334,263
$421,763
2024
$8,038 (+3.0%)
$80,500 + $340,903
$421,403
2023
$7,804 (+2.5%)
$73,500 + $344,171
$417,671
2022
$7,613 (+3.5%)
$70,000 + $325,794
$395,794
2021
$7,356 (+3.0%)
$57,750 + $271,769
$329,519
2020
$7,142 (+3.0%)
$43,750 + $270,825
$314,575
2019
$6,934 (+3.0%)
$42,000 + $258,210
$300,210
2018
$6,732 (+3.2%)
$40,250 + $249,159
$289,409
2017
$6,526 (+2.6%)
$40,250 + $244,411
$284,661
2016
$6,360 (+0.2%)
$36,750 + $240,851
$277,601
2015
$6,347 (+3.0%)
$35,000 + $232,472
$267,472
2014
$6,162
$24,500 + $208,174
$232,674
Tax history for 51 W Lightning W Ranch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,279 (+3.0%)
$87,500 + $334,263
$421,763
2024
$8,038 (+3.0%)
$80,500 + $340,903
$421,403
2023
$7,804 (+2.5%)
$73,500 + $344,171
$417,671
2022
$7,613 (+3.5%)
$70,000 + $325,794
$395,794
2021
$7,356 (+3.0%)
$57,750 + $271,769
$329,519
2020
$7,142 (+3.0%)
$43,750 + $270,825
$314,575
2019
$6,934 (+3.0%)
$42,000 + $258,210
$300,210
2018
$6,732 (+3.2%)
$40,250 + $249,159
$289,409
2017
$6,526 (+2.6%)
$40,250 + $244,411
$284,661
2016
$6,360 (+0.2%)
$36,750 + $240,851
$277,601
2015
$6,347 (+3.0%)
$35,000 + $232,472
$267,472
2014
$6,162
$24,500 + $208,174
$232,674
*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
5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.19 Acres
Year renovated
1998
Sq. Ft.
4,604
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Washoe County
APN
055-383-03
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.
HDR
High Density Rural
The High Density Rural (HDR) Regulatory Zone is intended to preserve and create areas of single-family, detached dwellings in a semi-rural setting. Livestock grazing and agricultural activities are common secondary uses.
Oct 28, 2016 • Final
Residential new, addition or remodel
Construct a single-family home with one story, no basement, three bedrooms, a three-car garage, and a covered patio.
New construction
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: 3
Parking Total: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
Carport YN: No
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Downstairs, Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Sink, Cabinets, Shelves, Laundry Area
Appliances: Dryer, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Portable Dishwasher, Water Softener Owned
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Gas, Gas Log
Window Features: Blinds, Drapes, Triple Pane Windows
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: None
Building Information
Building Area Total: 4,700
Construction Materials: Frame, Stucco
Roof: Tile
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Property Information
Property Attached YN: No
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Stories: 1
Lot Information
Lot Features: Landscaped, Level, On Golf Course, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
View YN: Yes
View: Golf Course, Meadow, Mountain(s), Trees/Woods, Valley
Zoning: HDR
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,162.82
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Water Available
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Refrigerated
Has Cooling
Heating: Electric, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Heating YN: Yes
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: Fitness Center, Golf Course, Maintenance Grounds, Clubhouse/Recreation Room, Parking
Association Fee: $300
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Fee Includes: Snow Removal
School Information
Elementary School: Pleasant Valley
Middle Or Junior School: Depoali
High School: Damonte
Location Information
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,604
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.19 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: 1998
County: Washoe County
APN: 055-383-03
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 8.3mi
8/10
Marce Herz Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.8mi
7/10
Galena High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.7mi
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
7/10 Fire Factor
24% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 19 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 12.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$2.00M – $2.42M
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