8251 E Potter Valley Rd

720 Sq. Ft.
$618 / Sq. Ft.
720
Sq. Ft.
$618
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Tucked near the entrance to desirable Potter Valley, this updated 1-bedroom, 2-bath cottage offers a rare blend of charm, usability, and riverfront setting on 1.2 acres along the East Fork of the Russian River. Behind the automatic gated entrance you'll find this private & serene property. The home has been thoughtfully and extensively expanded and remodeled with a new roof, an updated kitchen featuring quartz countertops and gas range, as well as a beautifully finished bathroom with nicely appointed...Tucked near the entrance to desirable Potter Valley, this updated 1-bedroom, 2-bath cottage offers a rare blend of charm, usability, and riverfront setting on 1.2 acres along the East Fork of the Russian River. Behind the automatic gated entrance you'll find this private & serene property. The home has been thoughtfully and extensively expanded and remodeled with a new roof, an updated kitchen featuring quartz countertops and gas range, as well as a beautifully finished bathroom with nicely appointed tile detailing. The land makes this property really shine- enjoy a sunny, grassy meadow, a fenced garden area ready for planting with raised beds, and direct access to the river, creating a peaceful, usable outdoor space that's hard to find. A detached garage/workshop adds flexibility for projects, storage, or hobby use. With well water and a manageable footprint, this property is ideal as a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or investment opportunity in a sought-after rural setting just minutes from town.
  1. Listed by Tanya Gilmore • DRE #01966649 • Brokerage DRE #01795950 • W Real Estate

Property Details for 8251 East Potter Valley Road

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Mountains, River
Cross Street
W Side Potter Valley Rd.
Total Parking Spaces
5
LISTING UPDATED: 05/04/2026 09:37 AM

Property Details for 8251 East Potter Valley Road

StatusActive
MLS #326033937
Days on Compass39
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1956
Lot Size1.20 AC / 52,272 SF
CountyMendocino County

Location

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Building Information for 8251 East Potter Valley Road

Stories1Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size1.20 AC / 52,272 SF

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Property Information for 8251 East Potter Valley Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: Potter Valley
  • Area Short Display: G0400
  • Directions to Property: Take Hwy 20 east, then the E Side Potter Valley Rd exit. Follow for 2.4 mi and the property is on the right.
  • Area Long Display: Potter Valley
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Association Fee: $0
  • APN: 177-020-22-00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking Spaces: 0
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Media Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Square Footage: 720.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor Agent-Fill
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Agent-Fill
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Agent-Fill
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 52272.0
  • Lot Features: Meadow East, Meadow West, River Access
Property and Assessments
  • Security Features: Security Gate
  • Senior Community: No
  • Picture Count: 29
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Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic System
  • Water Source: Well
  • Utilities: Electric, Propane
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Stories: 1
  • Levels: 1 Story
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Heating: Ductless, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless, Heat Pump
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathrooms: 2.0
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Kitchen Features: Quartz Counter
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Hood Over Range
  • Laundry Features: Inside Room
  • # of Fireplaces: 0
  • # of Rooms: 0
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $.00
Unit 2
  • ADU/2nd Unit: No

Property History for 8251 East Potter Valley Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #326033937

$445,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/04/2026

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #326033937

$445,000

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

Public Records for 8251 East Potter Valley Road

Taxable ValueLand$159,879Additions$40,987Total$200,866
Tax Record2020$2,029 ($169 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size52,272 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningRL160CountyMENDOCINOAPN177-020-22-00

Schools near 8251 East Potter Valley Road

This home is within Potter Valley Community Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Potter Valley Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Potter Valley Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Potter Valley High School
Public9 to 12

Centerville High (Continuation)
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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8251 East Potter Valley Road is a single family home for sale in Ukiah, CA 95482. This property was listed for sale on May 4, 2026 by W Real Estate, it's currently listed at $445,000. This listing's school district is Potter Valley Community Unified School District. Nearby schools include Potter Valley Elementary School, Potter Valley Junior High School and Potter Valley High School. 8251 East Potter Valley Road is a 1-bed, 2-bath, 720 sqft single family home built in 1956.

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Listing Courtesy of W Real Estate, Tanya Gilmore, DRE #01966649

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