8378 Vila Road ext, Forestville, CA, 95436
About This Home
Nestled in the heart of the Russian River area of Forestville, this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath retreat offers privacy, extensive upgrades and exceptional outdoor living. Tucked away with no immediate neighbors on either side, the home has been extensively renovated in recent years with newer windows, oversized decks, exterior paint, gutters, flooring, remodeled bathroom, updated kitchen, A/C and new perimeter fencing and more. Beautifully landscaped front, side and rear yards surround a rare flat, fully usable backyard ideal for entertaining or relaxing, while oversized view deck provide peaceful scenic outlooks. Ideally located about 5 minutes to downtown Forestville and the iconic Hacienda Bridge, with Steelhead Beach and Forestville River Access 5-10 minutes away, plus close proximity to Sunset Beach, Burke's Canoe Trips, wineries, redwood trails and the Sonoma Coast. The property also offers parking for two vehicles, plus a spacious lower-level basement for storage or flexible space for office, studio or guest overflow (buyer to verify uses). A rare opportunity to enjoy privacy, upgrades and the best of West County living.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1957
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: Hookups Only
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partially Finished
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Family Room
- Level: Main
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 624
- Total interior livable area: 624 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 082093012000
- Special condition: Subject to Sale of Buyers Property
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Lot size: 4,151 sqft
- Features: Other
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Covered
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Drought
- Earthquake
- Landslide
- Wildfire
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Sonoma County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,351 | $28,212 |
| Home Insurance * | $140 | $1,680 |
| Property Taxes | $313 | $3,756 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $3,202 | $38,424 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-06 | Listed for sale | $465,000 |
| 2018-04-24 | Sold | $380,000 |
| 2015-06-20 | Listing removed | $429,000 |
| 2015-06-09 | Price change | $429,000 |
| 2015-05-28 | Price change | $449,000 |
| 2015-05-12 | Listed for sale | $499,000 |
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