For Sale108d on market
18263 Lake Forest Dr
Penn Valley, CA, 95946 • 95946 • Nevada County
$389,000
$324/sqft
-$10,000 since Feb 20, 2026
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
2Baths
1,200Sqft
0.31 acLot
1979Built
Property DNA
Chalet Style
Built 1979 · 47 years of history
1 Fireplace
Gas Log
Shed(s)
Shed(s)
Tile & Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
$304/mo HOA
Barbecue · Pool · Clubhouse · Putting Green(s)
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108 days on market
Established listing
$324/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1979
This inviting Tahoe-style chalet backs up to open space and is set on a level lot. Vaulted ceilings with wood beams and a fireplace anchor the open floor plan. The home offers two bedrooms plus a loft, providing flexible space for guests or home office. French doors open to the patio and backyard, extending the living area outdoors. A fenced garden with raised beds is ready for planting, and an outbuilding currently used as a garden shed offers potential as storage, a workshop, craft cottage. etc. Recent improvements include re-engineered stairs, a remodeled kitchen with new appliances, quartz countertops, new cabinetry, farmhouse sink, tile flooring, updated bathrooms and new HVAC. This home is well suited for full-time living or a weekend mountain retreat. Located within Lake Wildwood, an all-age gated community in the Sierra Foothills, residents enjoy an 18-hole golf course, a lake for fishing and boating, pickleball, tennis, bocce, a clubhouse with dining and a 19th Hole, plus numerous clubs and activities. The surrounding Grass Valley area is known for its four-season lifestyle, scenic beauty, historic charm, hiking trails, lakes, and easy access to both Tahoe and Sacramento.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights tahoe-style chalet, farmhouse sink, and new hvac as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,733/month
Principal & Interest$1,910
Property Tax$389
Insurance$130
HOA$304
Down payment20% ($77,800)
3%50%
Est. 6.22% rate · 30yr fixed · $311,200 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1979
HeatingCentral, Fireplace(s), Gas
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
Parking1 Carport space
HOA$3,648 annually
Lot0.31 Acres
Days on Zillow108 Days
Price/sqft$324
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleChalet
Year built1979
Systems
HeatingCentral, Fireplace(s), Gas
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
RoofComposition
ConstructionWood Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingCovered, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Driveway
Fireplaces1
FencingPartial
Lot0.31 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood95946
Annual tax$5,696
Parcel033520035000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
HOA$304/mo
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Free-Standing Gas Range
Free-Standing Refrigerator
Gas Plumbed
Dishwasher
Disposal
ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
Flooring
Carpet
Tile
Wood
Heating
Central
Fireplace(s)
Gas
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Central Air
Laundry
Laundry Room
Space For Frzr/Refr
Gas Dryer Hookup
Hookups Only
Fireplace
Gas Log
Exterior Features
Parking
Covered
Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
Driveway
Construction
Wood Siding
Lot Features
Close to Clubhouse
Garden
Shape Regular
Greenbelt
Low Maintenance
Community
Gated
Utilities
Cable Available
Public
Electric
Underground Utilities
Propane Tank Leased
Other Structures
Shed(s)
Room details
2 rooms detailed
Dining Room
Dining/Living Combo
Kitchen
Quartz CounterKitchen/Family Combo
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market108
Est. value$388,400
Est. rent$2,195/mo
Tax rate1.05%
Price/sqft$324
On marketDec 20, 2025
PostedDec 20, 2025
Last sold$360,000
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedApr 2, 2026
Tour days9
Views1,609
Favorites72
How are the schools in Penn Valley?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Penn Valley, CA, 95946
Price history
14 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 20, 2026Price Change$389,000$324MetroList Services of CA
Feb 5, 2026Price Change$399,000$333MetroList Services of CA
Jan 17, 2026Price Change$410,000$342MetroList Services of CA
Dec 20, 2025Listed For Sale$429,000$358MetroList Services of CA
Feb 28, 2022Sold$360,000$300MetroList Services of CA
Feb 5, 2022Pending Sale$340,000$283MetroList Services of CA
Jan 31, 2022Listed For Sale$340,000$283MetroList Services of CA
Jan 31, 2022Pending Sale$340,000$283MetroList Services of CA
Jan 31, 2022Listed For Sale$340,000$283MetroList Services of CA
Aug 1, 2015Listing Removed$199,000$166Core Real Estate Brokerage
Mar 31, 2015Listed For Sale$199,000$166Military For Sale by Owner
Feb 12, 2014Sold$189,000$158MetroList Services of CA
May 18, 2001Sold$180,000$150MetroList Services of CA
Sep 29, 1997Sold$89,000$74Public Record
Price Change$389,000
Feb 20, 2026•$324/sqft•MetroList Services of CA
Price Change$399,000
Feb 5, 2026•$333/sqft•MetroList Services of CA
Price Change$410,000
Jan 17, 2026•$342/sqft•MetroList Services of CA
Listed For Sale$429,000
Dec 20, 2025•$358/sqft•MetroList Services of CA
Sold$360,000
Feb 28, 2022•$300/sqft•MetroList Services of CA
Pending Sale$340,000
Feb 5, 2022•$283/sqft•MetroList Services of CA
Listed For Sale$340,000
Jan 31, 2022•$283/sqft•MetroList Services of CA
Pending Sale$340,000
Jan 31, 2022•$283/sqft•MetroList Services of CA
Listed For Sale$340,000
Jan 31, 2022•$283/sqft•MetroList Services of CA
Listing Removed$199,000
Aug 1, 2015•$166/sqft•Core Real Estate Brokerage
Listed For Sale$199,000
Mar 31, 2015•$166/sqft•Military For Sale by Owner
Sold$189,000
Feb 12, 2014•$158/sqft•MetroList Services of CA
Sold$180,000
May 18, 2001•$150/sqft•MetroList Services of CA
Sold$89,000
Sep 29, 1997•$74/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2025$5,696$382,034
Apr 8, 2024$5,560$374,544
Apr 8, 2023$5,439$367,200
Apr 8, 2022$3,798$218,314
Apr 8, 2021$3,589$214,035
Apr 8, 2020$3,464$211,842
Apr 8, 2019$3,414$207,689
Apr 8, 2018$3,367$203,618
Apr 8, 2017$3,248$199,627
Apr 8, 2016$3,168$195,714
Apr 8, 2015$3,136$192,775
Apr 8, 2014$2,932$165,749
Apr 8, 2013—$220,125
Apr 8, 2012—$215,810
Apr 8, 2011—$211,580
Apr 8, 2010—$210,000
Apr 8, 2009—$210,500
Apr 8, 2008—$206,374
Apr 8, 2007—$202,328
Apr 8, 2006—$198,362
Apr 8, 2005—$194,473
Apr 8, 2004—$190,661
Apr 8, 2003—$187,167
Apr 8, 2002—$183,498
Apr 8, 2001$198$94,544
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Local context around this listing
Penn Valley, CA • Nevada County
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
9591895946
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