185 Smithneck Rd

1,400 Sq. Ft.
$332 / Sq. Ft.
1,400
Sq. Ft.
$332
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled in the desirable Sierra Brooks neighborhood, this inviting single story ranch home offers three bedrooms and two full bathrooms on a generous 1.25 acre lot bordering the year round Smithneck Creek. The property includes a barn and a large storage shed. The barn features a 672 square foot workshop ideal for trade work, crafting, or gear storage, while the unfinished bonus room above serves as a blank canvas for an office, guest suite, or creative studio. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate...Nestled in the desirable Sierra Brooks neighborhood, this inviting single story ranch home offers three bedrooms and two full bathrooms on a generous 1.25 acre lot bordering the year round Smithneck Creek. The property includes a barn and a large storage shed. The barn features a 672 square foot workshop ideal for trade work, crafting, or gear storage, while the unfinished bonus room above serves as a blank canvas for an office, guest suite, or creative studio. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate direct access to multi use trails perfect for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and motorbike riding—adventure truly begins at your doorstep. The fully fenced, pet friendly grounds include a chicken coop, greenhouse, and raised garden beds, making it easy to cultivate your own produce or raise animals. Located in the quiet, rural community of Loyalton in the Sierra Valley, this home offers peaceful country living with convenient access to larger hubs. Truckee lies roughly 45 minutes to the north, while Reno is an easy drive east, making this an excellent option for remote workers or commuters seeking space, privacy, and a slower pace of life.
  1. Listed by Barbara Hartley • DRE #01856044 • Brokerage DRE #02018110 • Sierra Sotheby's Int - Rock
    P: (530)-412-1469 C: (530)-412-1469 bh@realestatetruckeeca.com

Property Details for 185 Smithneck Road

Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision Name
Sierra Brooks
View
Mountain(s)
View
Yes
Waterfront Features
Creek, Stream
Zoning
R-1

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Property Details for 185 Smithneck Road

StatusActive
MLS #20260939
Days on Compass36
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1981
Lot Size1.24 AC / 54,014 SF
CountySierra County

Location

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Building Information for 185 Smithneck Road

Stories-Year Built1981Building Size-Lot Size1.24 AC / 54,014 SF

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$2,617 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,317

Property Taxes

$300

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 185 Smithneck Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Street: Bear Valley Rd
  • Directions: The house is 4.5 miles up Smithneck Rd on the right, after Bear Valley Rd.
  • Latitude: 39.634724
  • Longitude: -120.202364
  • MLS Area Major: Loyalton
  • MLS Area Minor: 10S
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 016160015000
  • Tax Lot: 146
School Information
  • Elementary School: Sierra Unified
  • High School: Sierra Unified
  • Middle Or Junior School: Sierra Unified
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Covered Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Other Parking: Off-Street Parking,RV/Boat Parking
  • Parking Features: One, Attached, RV Access/Parking
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Greenbelt, Landscaped, Zoned for Horses
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.24
  • Lot Size Area: 1.24
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 54014.4
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Topography: Level,Sloping
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Total: 1400.0
  • Living Area: 1400.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Used
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Features
  • Accessibility Features: Few Steps
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels: One
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
Farm Information
  • Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed
  • Vegetation: Mixed
  • Feed Types: IDX
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Available,Propane,Sewer Available,Water Available
  • Water Source: Water Company
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Association Amenities: Other/See Remarks
  • Community Features: Gated: No
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Dog Run, Landscaping, Porch
  • Fencing: Full, Other, Partial
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck(s): 2
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Microwave, Disposal, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Attic Fan
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Woodstove: Living Room,Family Room
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Vinyl, Mixed
  • Heating: Propane, CFAH
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Workshop, In-Law Quarters, Unfinished
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Room Type: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Utility Room, Workshop
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered: False
Tenant Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner

Property History for 185 Smithneck Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 26, 2026

Price Change

Plumas Association of REALTORS #2600494

$465,000
Jun 25, 2026

Price Change

TSMLS #20260939

$465,000
May 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

TSMLS #20260939

$485,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/26/2026

Price Change

Plumas Association of REALTORS #2600494

$465,000
06/25/2026

Price Change

TSMLS #20260939

$465,000
05/22/2026

Listed (Active)

TSMLS #20260939

$485,000

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

Public Records for 185 Smithneck Road

Taxable ValueLand$59,078Additions$221,584Total$280,662
Tax Record2025$3,596 ($300 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,400 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,400 SqFtStories1Lot Size54,014 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1981ZoningRR-1CountySIERRAAPN016-160-015-000

Schools near 185 Smithneck Road

This home is within Sierra-Plumas Joint Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Loyalton Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Loyalton High School
Public7 to 12

Sierra Pass (Continuation) School
Public9 to 12

Downieville Junior-Senior High School
Public7 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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185 Smithneck Road is a single family home for sale in Loyalton, CA 96118. This property was listed for sale on May 22, 2026 by Sierra Sotheby's Int - Rock, it's currently listed at $465,000. It has been on the market for a total of 36 days and was last sold on August 21, 2001. This listing's school district is Sierra-Plumas Joint Unified School District. Nearby schools include Loyalton Elementary School, Loyalton High School and Sierra Pass (Continuation) School. 185 Smithneck Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,400 sqft single family home built in 1981.

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