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53451 Middle Ridge Dr, Idyllwild, CA, 92549

2beds
1baths
518sqft
$310,000
$598price/sqft
$2,475/moest. monthly cost
$99,000/yrincome needed

About This Home

This 2-bedroom, 0.75-bath mountain cabin sits perched at the top of its 0.22-acre lot, offering an 'above it all' feeling with peaceful treetop views and a true sense of privacy. A concrete driveway leads you up to the home, making access easy and practical in all seasons and especially convenient in winter.The welcoming front porch is an ideal spot for morning coffee or evening unwinding while you take in the surrounding pines and mountain air. Inside, an open floor plan keeps the main living spaces connected and bright. The cozy living room features a wood-burning stove for those crisp Idyllwild days and nights, creating a warm, inviting focal point. Durable tile flooring runs throughout the cabin, ideal for mountain living, pets, and easy cleanup after a day on the trails.The two bedrooms are positioned on opposite sides of the Jack-and-Jill 0.75 bathroom, offering both privacy and functionality. Designed with winter in mind, this property is snow-plow friendly for added peace of mind when the snow falls. Whether you're seeking a weekend escape or a low-maintenance full-time residence, this Middle Ridge Drive cabin delivers charm, comfort, & classic Idyllwild mountain character.

Getting Around

5
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
8
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

8/10
Idyllwild SchoolGrades K-80.7 mi
6/10
Hemet High SchoolGrades 9-1211.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1933

Type & Style

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

Interior

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Flooring: Carpet,Tile
  • Fireplace features: Free Standing,Living Room,Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Electric,Fireplace(s),Propane,Wall Furnace
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 518 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 561164032
  • Attached to another structure: Yes
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1

Lot

  • Lot size: 9,583 sqft

Parking

  • Total spaces: 6
  • Parking features: Driveway
  • Uncovered spaces: 6

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

  • Wildfire
    WildfireVery High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Wildfire
Earthquake
Inland Flooding
Heat Wave
Landslide
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters in Riverside County and California

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Fire
Flood
Hurricane
Mud Landslide
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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 $1,567$18,804
Home Insurance *$132$1,584
Property Taxes $378$4,536
Electricity $398$4,786
Total$2,475$29,700
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$84,857/yr
40% on housing$74,250/yr
45% on housing$66,000/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: 10.3%
10.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.7%
0.7%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$598This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 92549$226
Riverside County$300

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 92549$364
Riverside County$315

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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-01-20Price change$310,000
2025-11-21Listed for sale$325,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentAshley Stewart, Idyllwild Realty
BrokerageIdyllwild Realty

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