Pending45d on market
12486 Valley View Rd
Nevada City, CA, 95959 • 95959 • Nevada County
$420,000
$363/sqft
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
2Baths
1,156Sqft
0.24 acLot
1986Built
Property DNA
Bungalow,Contemporary,Cottage Style
Built 1986 · 40 years of history
1 Fireplace
Wood Burning · Wood Burning Stove
Special Features
Shed(s) · Storage
2-Car Garage
Attached · Detached · Garage Door Opener · Garage Faces Front · Guest · Driveway
Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 45 days ago · 210 views · 1 saves · Top 1% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
210 views
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1 saves
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45 days on market
Established listing
$363/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 1% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1986
Set in the desirable Banner Mountain area of Nevada City, this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a welcoming place to settle in, with room to make it your own. The 1,156 sq ft layout includes a den with a closet, providing flexibility for a small third bedroom, home office, or guest space. The home is clean and move-in ready, featuring updated flooring and a practical, easy-living floor plan. While some finishes reflect the home's original character, it presents a great opportunity for a buyer to personalize and update over time. Situated on a .24-acre lot, the backyard provides a private, peaceful setting with a deck, patio, and spa an ideal space to relax and enjoy the surrounding trees. A whole-house Generac generator automatically engages during power outages, making backup power seamless and worry-free. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Nevada City, with nearby access to hiking and biking trails, this home offers a balance of quiet foothill living, outdoor recreation, and easy access to town amenities.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights surrounding trees, clean and move-in ready, and updated flooring as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,576/month
Principal & Interest$2,016
Property Tax$420
Insurance$140
Down payment20% ($84,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.01% rate · 30yr fixed · $336,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1986
HeatingCentral, Wood Stove, Natural Gas
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot10,454 sqft
Days on Zillow45 Days
Price/sqft$363
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBungalow,Contemporary,Cottage
Year built1986
Systems
HeatingCentral, Wood Stove, Natural Gas
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
RoofComposition
ConstructionFrame
Water / SewerWell / Septic System
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Guest, Driveway
Garage2 spaces
Fireplaces1
FencingBack Yard,Wood
Lot10,454 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood95959
Annual tax$3,959
Parcel037270030000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Free-Standing Refrigerator
Gas Cooktop
Gas Plumbed
Gas Water Heater
Range Hood
Ice Maker
Dishwasher
Microwave
Self Cleaning Oven
Free-Standing Gas Oven
Dryer
Washer
Flooring
Carpet
Laminate
Luxury Vinyl Plank
Wood
Heating
Central
Wood Stove
Natural Gas
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Central Air
Laundry
Laundry Room
Laundry Closet
Gas Dryer Hookup
Inside
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Wood Burning Stove
Exterior Features
Parking
Attached
Detached
Garage Door Opener
Garage Faces Front
Guest
Driveway
Construction
Frame
Lot Features
Manual Sprinkler F&R
Low Maintenance
Utilities
Cable Available
Cable Connected
Electric
Internet Available
Natural Gas Connected
Other Structures
Shed(s)
Storage
Room details
4 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
ClosetGround FloorOutside Access
Master Bathroom
Shower Stall(s)Low-Flow Shower(s)Low-Flow Toilet(s)
Dining Room
BarDining/Living Combo
Kitchen
Kitchen/Family ComboLaminate Counters
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusPending
Days on market45
Est. value$420,700
Est. rent$2,228/mo
Tax rate1.05%
Price/sqft$363
On marketFeb 28, 2026
PostedFeb 28, 2026
Last sold$322,500
MLS statusPending
MLS updatedMar 4, 2026
Tour days6
Views210
Favorites1
How are the schools in Nevada City?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Nevada City, CA, 95959
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 5, 2026Pending Sale$420,000$363MetroList Services of CA
Feb 28, 2026Listed For Sale$420,000$363MetroList Services of CA
Dec 21, 2018Sold$322,500$279MetroList Services of CA
Nov 20, 2018Listed For Sale$325,000$281RE/MAX PERFORMANCE/GV
Pending Sale$420,000
Mar 5, 2026•$363/sqft•MetroList Services of CA
Listed For Sale$420,000
Feb 28, 2026•$363/sqft•MetroList Services of CA
Sold$322,500
Dec 21, 2018•$279/sqft•MetroList Services of CA
Listed For Sale$325,000
Nov 20, 2018•$281/sqft•RE/MAX PERFORMANCE/GV
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 15, 2025$3,959$359,750
Apr 15, 2024$3,871$352,697
Apr 15, 2023$3,792$345,782
Apr 15, 2022$3,713$339,003
Apr 15, 2021$3,610$332,357
Apr 15, 2020$3,600$328,950
Apr 15, 2019$3,524$322,500
Apr 15, 2018$1,532$132,982
Apr 15, 2017$1,500$130,375
Apr 15, 2016$1,446$127,819
Apr 15, 2015$1,423$125,900
Apr 15, 2014$1,399$123,435
Apr 15, 2013—$122,878
Apr 15, 2012—$120,470
Apr 15, 2011—$118,109
Apr 15, 2010—$117,227
Apr 15, 2009—$117,506
Apr 15, 2008—$115,203
Apr 15, 2007—$112,945
Apr 15, 2006—$110,731
Apr 15, 2005—$108,560
Apr 15, 2004—$106,432
Apr 15, 2003—$104,483
Apr 15, 2002$93$102,435
Apr 15, 2001$93$100,428
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Nevada City, CA • Nevada County
Nearby cities
Grass ValleyNevada CityNorth San JuanPenn ValleyRough and ReadySmartsvilleSoda SpringsTruckee
Nearby zip codes
959459595995960
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