14437 Lightning Tree Rd

$465,000
Price
2
Beds
1,230 Sq. Ft.
$378 / Sq. Ft.
1,230
Sq. Ft.
$378
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Enjoy the privacy and serenity of this forested retreat with filtered VIEWS to the Sutter Buttes! Perfect for a vacation home or year-round living, this well-maintained home is in a FireWise neighborhood of custom homes with easy access to downtown Nevada City or Tahoe/Truckee. Ride, hike or bike for miles, with the Tahoe National Forest bordering the property and swimming/boating/fishing spots nearby! This 'smart home' is move-in ready and has been updated inside and out! The great room includes...Enjoy the privacy and serenity of this forested retreat with filtered VIEWS to the Sutter Buttes! Perfect for a vacation home or year-round living, this well-maintained home is in a FireWise neighborhood of custom homes with easy access to downtown Nevada City or Tahoe/Truckee. Ride, hike or bike for miles, with the Tahoe National Forest bordering the property and swimming/boating/fishing spots nearby! This 'smart home' is move-in ready and has been updated inside and out! The great room includes a cozy, free-standing wood stove and a large slider that opens to the front deck and offers views of the forest and beyond. The remodeled kitchen features quartz counters, a gas range, and lots of storage and counter space. Two en suite bedrooms with updated baths, plus a 1/2-bath and laundry. Exterior updates include: leaf-guard gutters; dual-paned, low-E windows and cement lapboard siding. Additional updates include a Smart Thermostat, security cameras & remote-controlled, LED recessed lighting; newer interior & exterior doors; LVP flooring; an alarm system; and an on-demand, Generac Generator. The property has been managed for fire safety, with room for horses and a shop or barn. Let this be your homebase for adventure!
  1. Listed by Robin Nichols • DRE #01932643 • South Fork Realty
    P: (530)-277-2589 robin4realty@gmail.com

Property Details for 14437 Lightning Tree Road

Parking Features
24'+ Deep Garage, RV Access, RV Possible, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Workshop in Garage
Zoning
FR-160
View Description
Panoramic, Ridge, Woods, Mountains
LISTING UPDATED: 11/09/2025 09:37 AM

Property Details for 14437 Lightning Tree Road

StatusActive
MLS #225117145
Days on Compass104
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1978
Lot Size4.93 AC / 214,750 SF
CountyNevada County

Location

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Building Information for 14437 Lightning Tree Road

Stories1Year Built1978Building Size-Lot Size4.93 AC / 214,750 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,503 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,298

Property Taxes

$205

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 14437 Lightning Tree Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: 13106
  • Area Short Display: 13106
  • Cross Street: Cooper Road
  • City: Nevada City
  • County: Nevada
  • State: CA
  • Zip Code: 95959
  • Zip Plus 4: 9207
  • Topography: Forest,Snow Line Above,Lot Sloped,Trees Many,Forest,Snow Line Above,Lot Sloped,Trees Many
  • Directions to Property: DO NOT FOLLOW GPS!!! 2 ways to access the property: From Nevada City/Grass Valley Hwy 20E to Hwy. 49N, RIGHT on North Bloomfield Rd., RIGHT on Cooper Rd., RIGHT on Lightning Tree Rd. go .5 miles to PIQ. OR Hwy 20E from Nevada City about 7 miles, turn LEFT onto Conservation Camp Rd., RIGHT onto Cooper/Madrone Springs, LEFT at T to stay on Cooper Rd. (paved). Go about 1 mile and hairpin LEFT onto Lightning Tree to PIQ.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • APN: 034-141-010-000
  • 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: 5
  • Parking Fee $: 0.0
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Lot Information
  • Square Footage: 0.0
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Minimum Bldg SqFt: 0.0
  • # of Lots: 0
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.93
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 214751.0
  • Lot Features: Private, Shape Irregular, Landscape Front, See Remarks, Low Maintenance
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road, Road Maintenance Agreement
  • Home Warranty: false
  • Irrigation: None
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Picture Count: 49
  • Photos Provided By: 3rd Party Photographer
  • Elevation: 0
  • Property Disclaimer: All data, photos, visualizations, and information regarding a property, including the property’s compliance with state and local legal requirements and all measurements and calculations of area, have been obtained from various sources, and may include such material that has been generated by use of artificial intelligence. Such information and material have not been and will not be verified for accuracy by the listing broker or the multiple listing service, and are not guaranteed as complete, accurate or reliable. Such information and material should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. This information and material are intended for the personal use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
  • Census Tract: 8.01
Green Features
  • Green Verification Year: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Connected
  • Utilities: Public, Electric, Internet Available, Propane Tank Leased
  • Water Source: Well, Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • # of Floors: 0
  • # of Guest Space(s): 0
  • # Of Buildings: 0
  • Construction Materials: Ceiling Insulation, Cement Siding, Wall Insulation, Wood, Lap Siding
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Gated, Gravel
  • Foundation: Concrete, Slab
  • Stories: 1
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Master Bedroom, Full Bath(s), Partial Bath(s), Kitchen, Street Entrance
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Uncovered Patio
  • Window Features: Caulked/Sealed, Dual Pane Full, Low E Glass Full
  • Horse Property: true
  • Horse Property Features: None
  • Pool: false
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Roof: Shingle, Composition
  • Senior Community: false
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central, Wood Stove
  • Appliances: Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Hood Over Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
  • Laundry Features: Cabinets, Dryer Included, Washer Included, Inside Room
  • Spa: false
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bath Features: Bidet, Closet, Shower Stall(s), Window
  • Cooling: Central
  • Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry, Generator, Other
  • Other Equipment: Networked, Dish Antenna
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, See Remarks
  • Entry Level: 0
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Free Standing, Wood Stove
  • Possible Bedrooms: 0.0
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Primary Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Tile, Tub w/Shower Over, Window
  • Bathrooms: 3.0
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • # of Rooms: 0
  • Room Type: Baths Other, Master Bedrooms 2+, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Room Information
Living
  • Living Room Features: Deck Attached, Great Room
Dining
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Living Combo, Formal Area
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Quartz Counter
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: Yes
  • Remodeled/Updated Desc: Bath 0-5YR, Kitchen 0-5YR, Bath 6-10YR, Other-Rmks 0-5YR
  • Berth Size Length: 0.0
  • Berth Size Width: 0.0
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: false
  • Studio Annual Occupancy: .00%

Property History for 14437 Lightning Tree Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 6, 2025

Price Change

METROLIST #225117145

$465,000
Sep 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

METROLIST #225117145

$475,000
Sep 5, 2025

Withdrawn

METROLIST #225055727

$475,000
May 22, 2025

Price Change

METROLIST #225055727

$485,000
May 19, 2025

Price Change

METROLIST #225055727

$525,000
May 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

METROLIST #225055727

$550,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/06/2025

Price Change

METROLIST #225117145

$465,000
09/11/2025

Listed (Active)

METROLIST #225117145

$475,000
09/05/2025

Withdrawn

METROLIST #225055727

$475,000
05/22/2025

Price Change

METROLIST #225055727

$485,000
05/19/2025

Price Change

METROLIST #225055727

$525,000
05/01/2025

Listed (Active)

METROLIST #225055727

$550,000

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

Public Records for 14437 Lightning Tree Road

Taxable ValueLand$55,173Additions$154,521Total$209,694
Tax Record2025$2,462 ($205 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,230 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,230 SqFtStories1Lot Size214,750 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1978ZoningFR-160CountyNEVADAAPN034-141-010-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 14437 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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14437 Lightning Tree Road is a single family home for sale in Nevada City, CA 95959. This property was listed for sale on September 11, 2025 by South Fork Realty, it's currently listed at $465,000. This listing's school districts are Nevada Joint Union High School District, Nevada City Elementary School District. Nearby schools include Seven Hills Intermediate School, Sierra Academy Of Expeditionary Learning and Deer Creek Elementary School. 14437 Lightning Tree Road is a 2-bed, 3-bath, 1,230 sqft single family home built in 1978.

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