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31898 Success Valley Drive Drive, Porterville, CA, 93257

5beds
5baths
2,100sqft
$1,900,000
$905price/sqft
$12,238/moest. monthly cost
$489,520/yrincome needed

About This Home

A rare opportunity to own two Harry Gesner designed residences on 200+ acres in the California foothills. Known for his sculptural lines, organic forms and seamless connection to nature, Gesner created homes that feel alive with artistry and intention. This remarkable property captures that spirit with two of his designs plus an additional guest dwelling, all set against sweeping views and complete privacy. The main home is a round 3 bedroom 3 bath retreat that reflects Gesner's signature style with warm natural materials from the area and light that shifts beautifully throughout the day. The living spaces invite you to relax and take in the landscape, and the private pool creates the perfect setting for outdoor living. The second residence is a round 1 bedroom 1 bath showcase featuring an unforgettable fireplace that feels like functional art. Its outdoor kitchen expands the living space to take in natural views and make gatherings effortless. Nearby is a charming studio with a bathroom, ideal for guests, artists or multi-generational living. Across the 200 acres you'll find former orange and lemon groves, open land for cattle and long views that stretch across the valley and up toward the mountains. A few Washington navel oranges remain for personal use. With ample acreage and ideal growing conditions, plus water shares in the South Tule Independent Ditch Company, there is significant potential to replant citrus. The property also includes a functional shop and covered storage spaces, perfectly suited for farm equipment and agricultural operations. Open ground could be used for an equestrian facility with plenty of area and trails to explore. A building pad with infrastructure provides an additional home site. Only 2 miles from Lake Success, a short drive from River Island Country Club or the Porterville airport, and near the gateway of the Sequoia National Forest, the setting offers the kind of privacy rarely found in properties of this scale.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
5
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
5/10
Pioneer Middle SchoolGrades 6-87.7 mi
7/10
Porterville High SchoolGrades 9-128.5 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1965

Materials

  • Roof: Composition

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Laundry features: Inside

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 4
  • Main level bathrooms: 2

Features

  • Flooring: Carpet,Stone
  • Fireplace features: Family Room
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: Varies by Unit

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,100
  • Total interior livable area: 2,100 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 284480018000
  • Horse amenities: Pasture

Features

  • Stories: 2
  • Private pool: Yes
  • Pool features: In Ground
  • Patio & porch: Multiple Patios
  • Horses can be raised: Yes

Lot

  • Lot size: 200 Acres
  • Lot size dimensions: irregular

Parking

  • Total spaces: 4
  • Parking features: Detached
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 4
  • Covered spaces: 4

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
    Inland FloodingVery High
  • Wildfire
    WildfireVery High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Landslide
    LandslideRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Avalanche
    AvalancheModerate
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Wildfire
Heat Wave
Landslide
Lightning
Winter Weather
Avalanche
Earthquake
Hail

FEMA Declared Disasters in Tulare County and California

Earthquake
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Ice Storm
Severe Storm
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Straight Line Winds
Tropical Storm
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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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $9,607$115,284
Home Insurance *$600$7,200
Property Taxes $1,581$18,972
Electricity $450$5,403
Total$12,238$146,856
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$419,588/yr
40% on housing$367,140/yr
45% on housing$326,346/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 6.6%
6.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.6%
1.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$905This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 93257$458
Tulare County$347

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 93257$229
Tulare County$238

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

DateEventPrice
2026-04-15Price change$2,200,000
2026-01-06Listed for sale$2,400,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentShana L Davis
BrokerageMelson Realty, Inc.

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