29979 Road 196

2,007 Sq. Ft.
$249 / Sq. Ft.
2,007
Sq. Ft.
$249
per Sq. Ft.

Description

29979 Road 196 is a great home in one of Exeter's most convenient locations. This country retreat is situated on a spacious corner lot just over an acre, this special property offers the perfect blend of peaceful rural living and panoramic views of the Sierra Nevadas. Step inside to a large, open family room that immediately feels like home with a vaulted ceiling and a cozy fireplace. The thoughtful split floor plan offers both comfort and privacy. Featuring a fireplace in the dining room you will...29979 Road 196 is a great home in one of Exeter's most convenient locations. This country retreat is situated on a spacious corner lot just over an acre, this special property offers the perfect blend of peaceful rural living and panoramic views of the Sierra Nevadas. Step inside to a large, open family room that immediately feels like home with a vaulted ceiling and a cozy fireplace. The thoughtful split floor plan offers both comfort and privacy. Featuring a fireplace in the dining room you will always feel comfortable and warm. Featuring a covered porch with a sunken spa that steps down into the large backyard. It's the perfect place to unwind and enjoy quiet country nights. Need extra space? This property has room to grow. With a separate side road entrance, you'll find a 1,000 sq ft shop complete with a half bath, making it ideal for a workshop or additional living space as a potential ADU. Home has a solar contract that the buyer will have to assume.
  1. Listed by Tricia Kirksey • DRE #00986543 • Brokerage DRE #01477389 • Melson Realty, Inc.
    P: (559)-280-5000 C: (559)-280-5000 tricia@tkre.net
  2. Listed by Christina C Costa • DRE #01722063 • Brokerage DRE #01477389 • Melson Realty, Inc.
    P: (559)-359-9795 C: (559)-359-9795 cccosta@Live.com

Amenities

  • Barbecue Area
  • Carpet Floors
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Central AC
  • Central Heating
  • Corner Lot
  • Dishwasher
  • Dryer
LISTING UPDATED: 03/20/2026 03:14 PM

Property Details for 29979 Road 196

StatusClosed
MLS #239294
Days on Market9
Taxes$2,833 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1964
Lot Size1.03 AC / 44,867 SF
CountyTulare County

Location

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Building Information for 29979 Road 196

Stories1Year Built1964Building Size-Lot Size1.03 AC / 44,867 SF

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$2,723 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,487

Property Taxes

$236

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 29979 Road 196

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -119.135369
  • Latitude: 36.333059
  • Directions: From Highway 109, north on Road 196 to address
  • MLS Area Major: Exeter
  • MLS Area Minor: Exeter
  • NBHD Market Report: Yes
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Improvement Value: $165,843
  • Land Value: $94,063
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,833
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel Number: 111090007000
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Carport: No
  • Attached Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 44867.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.03
  • Lot Size Source: Owner
  • Lot Size Dimensions: Rectangular
  • Lot Size Area: 1.03
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Total: 2007.0
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Year Built Source: Owner
  • Building Area Source: Owner
  • New Construction: No
Green Features
  • Solar: Yes
Utilities
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Stories: 1
  • Exterior Features: Barbecue, Outdoor Grill
  • Roof: Composition
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Inside, Washer Hookup, Sink
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Dining Room
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.0
  • Total Baths: 3.0
  • Spa: No
Multi Family
Multi Family Information
  • Accessory Dwelling Unit: No

Property History for 29979 Road 196

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 20, 2026

Sold

Tulare County MLS #239294

$499,000
Mar 11, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1932116308

$499,000
Jan 29, 2026

Pending

Tulare County MLS #239294

DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/20/2026

Sold

Tulare County MLS #239294

$499,000
03/11/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1932116308

$499,000
01/29/2026

Pending

Tulare County MLS #239294

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

Public Records for 29979 Road 196

Taxable ValueLand$94,063Additions$165,843Total$259,906
Tax Record2025$2,833 ($236 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt2,007 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,007 SqFtStories1Lot Size44,749 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1964CountyTULAREAPN111-090-007-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 29979 Road 196

This home is within Exeter Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 1 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Rocky Hill Elementary
PublicK to 5

Exeter Community Day
Public1 to 12

Exeter High
Public9 to 12

Kaweah High
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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Listing Courtesy of Melson Realty, Inc.

Based on information from the Tulare County Association of REALTORS® as of 03/20/2026 03:14 PM. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.