Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,380 sqft$402/sqft
13574 Lightning Tree Rd, Nevada City, CA 95959
Single FamilyProperty Type
13.66 acresLot Size
2000Year Built
$402/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

This sweet home has never been on market, one owner. Stunning, expansive views of the Western Sky. This 13 acre parcel is long and primarily flat with lots of room to expand and recreate. Beautiful gardens, established fruit trees: apple, cherry, peach, apricot, and fig. Adorable home has three large rooms located on the the lower level that are not included in the square footage. The lower level has a great bonus room with sliding doors to the exterior, currently a game room, so many possible uses....This sweet home has never been on market, one owner. Stunning, expansive views of the Western Sky. This 13 acre parcel is long and primarily flat with lots of room to expand and recreate. Beautiful gardens, established fruit trees: apple, cherry, peach, apricot, and fig. Adorable home has three large rooms located on the the lower level that are not included in the square footage. The lower level has a great bonus room with sliding doors to the exterior, currently a game room, so many possible uses. There are two large storage rooms to hold all of your extras. The main level has a cozy living area with windows galore opening to the view. Sweet wood stove will keep you warm on cold evenings. The kitchen has lots of storage and counter space. Off the kitchen is a door leading to a large deck for gathering and hosting. With 2 bedrooms and full bath on the main level it is easy to host. The master bedroom is located on the upper level with large loft offering another great bonus space. Detached garage is large and has a great upper level to expand. This property has been loved and is seeking its next steward.
  • Listed by: Dana Frederick 530.205.0808 Dana@danasellsca.com DRE #01788943 • Century 21 Cornerstone Realty
Listing closed: 09/29/2023 12:00 AM • Source: METROLIST, MLS#: 223072432

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$499,000

Avg days on market

46

Sale-to-list ratio

96.7%

Nevada City, CA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Century 21 Cornerstone Realty, Dana Frederick, DRE #01788943

Sold By Sierra Heritage Realty, Richard Selden, DRE #02209576

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Property Information for 13574 Lightning Tree Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Parking Features: Detached, Workshop in Garage
  • Architectural Style: Cabin
  • Zoning: FR-40
  • View Description: Canyon
Building Information
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Lot Size: 13.66 AC / 595,029 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: 13106
  • Area Short Display: 13106
  • Cross Street: Cooper
  • City: Nevada City
  • County: Nevada
  • State: CA
  • Zip Code: 95959
  • Topography: Lot Grade Varies,Lot Grade Varies
  • Directions to Property: North Bloomfield to Cooper to Lightning Tree. Follow lightning Tree to the end. Or Hwy 20 to Conservation Camp to Madrone Springs to Cooper to Lightning Tree
Taxes and HOA Information
  • APN: 034-141-025-000
  • License Fee: $.00
  • City Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • County Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • Association: false
  • Association Fee: $.00
School Information
  • School District (County): Nevada
  • Elementary School District: Nevada City
  • Middle or Junior School District: Nevada City
  • Senior High School District: Nevada Joint Union
Parking
  • Covered Spaces: 0
  • Independent Parking Spaces: 0
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Parking Spaces: 0
  • Tandem Parking Spaces: 0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 0
  • Parking Fee $: 0.0
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Media Count: 0
Sale and Listing
  • On Market Date: 08-04-2023
Property
Lot Information
  • Square Footage: 0.0
  • Year Built Source: Owner
  • Minimum Bldg SqFt: 0.0
  • # of Lots: 0
  • Lot Size Acres: 13.66
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Agent-Fill
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 595030.0
  • Property Faces: West
  • Lot Features: Garden
  • Living Area: 1380.0
  • Price Per Square Foot: $401.81
  • Price Per Acre: $40,592.97
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Original
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road, Road Maintenance Agreement
  • Home Warranty: false
  • Irrigation: Other
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Picture Count: 52
  • Photos Provided By: 3rd Party Photographer
  • Elevation: 0
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  • Census Tract: 0.0
  • Bonds Assessments Taxes: Unknown
  • ADU/2nd Unit: false
  • Concessions: Yes
Green Features
  • Green Verification Year: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic System
  • Utilities: Propane Tank Leased
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • # of Floors: 0
  • # of Guest Space(s): 0
  • # Of Buildings: 0
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Fencing: None
  • Foundation: Combination
  • Stories: 3
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Upper Level: Master Bedroom
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen
  • Other Structures: Storage, Workshop
  • Horse Property: false
  • Pool: false
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Roof: Composition
  • Senior Community: false
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling
  • Heating: Central, Wood Stove
  • Laundry Features: Inside Room
  • Spa: false
  • # of Fireplaces: 0
  • Basement: Full
  • Bath Features: Tub w/Shower Over
  • Cooling: Central
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Entry Level: 0
  • Possible Bedrooms: 0.0
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Primary Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s)
  • Bathrooms: 2.0
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • # of Rooms: 0
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom, Office, Kitchen, Laundry, Workshop, Living Room
Room Information
Master Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Features: Closet
Living
  • Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted
Dining
  • Dining Room Features: Dining Bar, Dining/Family Combo
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area
1 Bedroom Unit
  • # of 1 Bedroom Units: 0
  • 1 Bedroom Annual Occupancy: .00%
  • # of 1 Bedrooms Occupied: 0
2 Bedroom Unit
  • # of 2 Bedroom Units: 0
  • 2 Bedroom Annual Occupancy: .00%
  • # of 2 Bedrooms Occupied: 0
3 Bedroom Unit
  • # of 3 Bedroom Units: 0
  • 3 Bedroom Annual Occupancy: .00%
  • # of 3 Bedrooms Occupied: 0
4 Bedroom Unit
  • # of 4 Bedroom Units: 0
  • 4 Bedroom Annual Occupancy: .00%
  • # of 4 Bedrooms Occupied: 0
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # Commercial Units: 0
  • Total # Owner Occupied: 0
  • # Studios Occupied: 0
  • # of Studio Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $.00
  • 2nd Unit Bedrooms: 0.0
Unit 1
  • Unit 1 Bedrooms: 0
  • Unit 1 Full Baths: 0
  • Unit 1 Partial Baths: 0
  • Unit 1 Rent: $.00
  • Unit 1 Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • Unit 1 # of Rooms: 0
Unit 2
  • Unit 2 Bedrooms: 0
  • Unit 2 Full Baths: 0
  • Unit 2 Partial Baths: 0
  • Unit 2 Rent: $.00
  • Unit 2 Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • Unit 2 # of Rooms: 0
Unit 3
  • Unit 3 Bedrooms: 0
  • Unit 3 Full Baths: 0
  • Unit 3 Partial Baths: 0
  • Unit 3 Rent: $.00
  • Unit 3 Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • Unit 3 # of Rooms: 0
Unit 4
  • Unit 4 Bedrooms: 0
  • Unit 4 Full Baths: 0
  • Unit 4 Partial Baths: 0
  • Unit 4 Rent: $.00
  • Unit 4 Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • Unit 4 # of Rooms: 0
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Width: 0.0
  • Length: 0.0
  • Remodeled/Updated: No
  • Berth Size Length: 0.0
  • Berth Size Width: 0.0
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: false
  • Studio Annual Occupancy: .00%
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Current Rent: $.00

Property History for 13574 Lightning Tree Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 29, 2023

Sold

METROLIST #223072432

$565,000
Sep 29, 2023

Sold

METROLIST #223072432

$554,500
Sep 26, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1519640080

$554,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/29/2023

Sold

METROLIST #223072432

$565,000
09/29/2023

Sold

METROLIST #223072432

$554,500
09/26/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1519640080

$554,500

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 13574 Lightning Tree Road

Taxable ValueLand$208,080Additions$368,821Total$576,901
Tax Record2025$6,184 ($515 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,380 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,380 SqFtStories1Lot Size595,030 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2000Year Renovated2000ZoningFR-40CountyNEVADAAPN034-141-025-000

Schools near 13574 Lightning Tree Road

This home is within Nevada City Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 4 to 8
Charter - 9 to 12
Public - K to 3
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Seven Hills Intermediate School
Public4 to 8

Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning
Charter9 to 12

Deer Creek Elementary School
PublicK to 3

William & Marian Ghidotti High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 13574 Lightning Tree Road, Nevada City, CA 95959
$554,500
3
1,380
595,029
$688,000
2
1,857
249,163
840
422,532
$185,000
247,420
2
2
1,746
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217,800

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