18339 Colfax Hwy, Grass Valley, CA, 95945
About This Home
This Sierra Foothills estate is coming to market for the first time in over 40 years. Nearly 9 private acres near Chicago Park, minutes from Highway 80. Fire station less than half a mile away on the same road exceptional peace of mind in the foothills. At the heart of the property: a stunning 2-acre private lake fed year-round by Clipper Creek with a depth-control system, a natural spring, and a custom switch-controlled waterfall built so naturally into the hillside you'd swear it was always there. Turn it on at sunset and you'll understand why this family never left. Clear heart redwood siding, aluminum shake roof, solid bones ready for your vision. The enclosed spa room looks directly over the lake. The deck is the best seat in the house morning coffee, sunset dinners, waterfall on. Detached garage with Hardiboard planking includes a finished room above with potential ADU conversion. Across the street: Happy Apple Kitchen, a beloved Sierra Foothills institution since 1974. Near the rear property line runs the former Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad corridor Gold Rush history from 1876 you can walk to. Wedding venue, retreat, wellness center with the right use permits the potential is extraordinary. But this land sells itself. Properties like this do not come back.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1959
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Cement Siding,Wood,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: Laundry Room,Inside
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Formal Area
Features
- Flooring: Carpet,Linoleum
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Kitchen,Family Room,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,100 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
Master Bathroom
- Features: Tub w/Shower Over
Master Bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 028210007000
- Zoning: AG-5
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Waterfront features: Pond
- Topography of land: Level,Level
Lot
- Lot size: 8.93 Acres
- Features: Shape Regular
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Boat,Covered,RV Possible,Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
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
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Nevada 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 | $7,331 | $87,972 |
| Home Insurance * | $652 | $7,824 |
| Property Taxes | $882 | $10,584 |
| Electricity | $664 | $7,977 |
| Total | $9,529 | $114,348 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-08 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000 |
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