The historic Franktown Lighting W Ranch is a Washoe Valley landmark nestled in the Sierra Nevada with towering pines, deciduous trees, rolling lawns, magical ponds and beautiful views of Washoe Lake and Valley and the mountain ranges. The gated parcel totals 5.58 acres with 2 houses, 2 apartments, garages for 5 cars, ponds, tennis court, abundant water rights & a golf course across the street. Carefully updated over the years reflecting the best of the past with all the comforts of the present. , The 5.58 acre parcel has 3,395 sq. ft. main residence with 3 bedroom, 4 bathrooms, a 2017 built large bonus room above the two-car garage, full basement, indoor dog washing station with access to dog run; a 2011 completely remodeled 1,952 sq. ft. historic guest house with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and an attached 1 bedroom, 1 bath guest quarters; and a detached three car heated garage with an office, gym, workshop with 220V, and 968 sq. ft. caretakers/inlaw quarters above the garage; a fenced tennis court and a boat dock on the pond. There is a large storage shed, 15KVA standby generator, a total of 51.4 AFA of water rights, city water, septic, and natural gas. A adjoining second 11.32 acre Parcel 055-210-22 (0 Franktown Road) are available to be purchased separately from the sale. The additional adjoining lot encompassing 11.32 acres sits on a mountaintop with stunning views overlooking Washoe Lake and Valley. This parcel can be subdivided.
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
10.69 acresLot Size
$786Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 car garageParking
Listed by Megan Lowe•DRE #S.169822• Chase International-Damonte
Listed by Susan Lowe•DRE #B.26719• Chase International - ZC
Bought with Valerie Perry•DRE #BS.145999• RE/MAX Gold
*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
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5.58 Acres
Year renovated
1946
Sq. Ft.
1,952
Year built
1946
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Washoe County
APN
055-210-20
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 4, 2026.
MDR
Medium Density Rural
The Medium Density Rural (MDR) Regulatory Zone is intended to preserve areas where agriculture, grazing and/or open space predominate. Single-family, detached residences in this area are generally on 5-acre lots and have limited public services and facilities available. Multi-family residences are not appropriate, but single-family homes may be clustered to retain open space and agricultural uses. The maximum number of dwelling units that may be located in this regulatory zone is 1 unit per 5 acres. The minimum lot area in this regulatory zone is 4 acres.
Jun 28, 2025 • Final
Grading permits
Grading
Jul 22, 2024 • Final
Washoe ez residential hvac
Install a new mini-split heat pump system.
Heat pump
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: 5
Parking Total: 5
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking
Carport YN: No
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 8
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Interior Features
High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Primary Downstairs, Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Sink, Cabinets, Laundry Area
Appliances: Dryer, Disposal, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Washer, Gas Cooktop