$499,000
SOLD MAY 28, 2025

11897 Lost Ranch Way Nevada City, CA 95959

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,476 Sq Ft
4.96 Acres

Recently Sold

$338 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

624 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • Pasture Views
  • Window or Skylight in Bathroom
  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of May 2025

Privacy, serenity and nature abound at the end of Lost Ranch Rd. This sweet home was once all set up for horses and provided miles of riding trails for many years. Ride to the River, ride on long, undulating country roads, or just sit by the pool, eating your grapes and enjoying the stillness that is only disturbed by the occasional Baa'ing of neighborhood sheep and goats. The shop/barn has about 8 inches of Concrete in the floor and an upper level could easily be finished off for storage, or even a game room/office. Extra Building pad graded and graveled with water and power to it, plus NID available. If you are jonesing for a home off the beaten path....look no further.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Teresa Dietrich

Teresa Dietrich Realty License #01222347 Listed on: 09/07/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Dianna Helms

Century 21 Cornerstone Realty License #00713462

Century 21 Cornerstone Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,062

Year Built

  • Built in 1974 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 4.96 Acre Lot
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Partial crossed fence
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wire Fence
  • Property is zoned ag-40

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Ranch Property
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,476 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Workshop
  • Pasture Views
  • Laundry closet

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Laminate Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Window or Skylight in Bathroom

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 3 Carport Spaces
  • Gravel Driveway

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Outbuilding

Farming

  • Horse or Livestock Barn
  • Pasture

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horses Allowed On Property

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • 220 Volts
  • Gas Tank Leased
  • Well
  • Water Heater
  • Septic System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Satellite Dish

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 004-460-032-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,062

Year Built

Built in 1974 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Subtype Description: Ranchette/Country, Detached
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Remodeled Updated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Architectural Style: Cottage, See Remarks
  • Levels: Two
  • Remodeled/Updated Desc: Bath 6-10YR
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Free Standing Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Master Bathroom Features: Tub w/Shower Over
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathroom Features: Tub w/Shower Over, Window
  • Dining Room Features: Space in Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Laminate Counter
  • Living Room Features: Deck Attached, View
  • Room Type: Workshop, Living Room
  • Lower Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Full Bath(s), Street Entrance
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Street Entrance
  • Price Per Square Foot: 338.08
  • Square Footage: 1476.00

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Disclosures/Documents: TDS Available, Natural Hazard Disclosure Available
  • Elevation: 1952
  • Fencing: Partial, Partial Cross, Wire
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Horse Property: Yes
  • Listing Price: 515000.00
  • Lot Features: Dead End
  • New Construction: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Deck, Covered Patio, Uncovered Patio
  • Pool Features: Built-In, Gunite Construction
  • Pool: Yes
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: No
  • Topography: Rolling,Rolling
  • View Description: Pasture, Other
  • Land Use: Ranch, Residential

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking Features: Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Gravel

Utilities

  • Security: Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: Septic Connected
  • Utilities: Propane Tank Leased, Dish Antenna, Electric, Internet Available
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Heating: Propane, Central
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Inside Area
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Land Lease: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Nevada Joint Union

Lot Info

  • Horse Amenities: Pasture, Barn(s)
  • Zoning: ag-40
  • Irrigation: Irrigation District
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.9600
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 216058.00
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Lease Type: Net

Multi Family

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 004-460-032-000
  • Bonds/Assessments/Taxes: Unknown

MLS Schools

  • School District (County): Nevada

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 2018
Sold by
Higbee David L and Takahashi Higbee Victoria Marie
Bought by
Higbee David L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 27, 2008
Sold by
Higbee David L
Bought by
Higbee David L and Takahashi Victoria Marie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$296,000
Interest Rate
6.16%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 2004
Sold by
Belding Roger A and Belding Gail Rose
Bought by
Higbee David L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$261,600
Interest Rate
5.86%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 3, 2002
Sold by
Belding Roger A
Bought by
Belding Roger A and Belding Gail Rose

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,000
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $327,000 Inter County Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $269,800 New Conventional
Closed $291,503 New Conventional
Closed $296,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $261,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $72,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Sold $499,000 -3.1% $338 / Sq Ft
05/23/2025 05/23/25 Pending -- -- --
12/03/2024 12/03/24 Price Changed $515,000 -0.8% $349 / Sq Ft
10/26/2024 10/26/24 Price Changed $519,000 -1.1% $352 / Sq Ft
10/01/2024 10/01/24 For Sale $524,900 +5.2% $356 / Sq Ft
10/01/2024 10/01/24 Off Market $499,000 -- --
06/30/2024 06/30/24 Price Changed $524,900 -3.5% $356 / Sq Ft
06/03/2024 06/03/24 Price Changed $544,000 -0.9% $369 / Sq Ft
06/02/2024 06/02/24 For Sale $549,000 +10.0% $372 / Sq Ft
06/01/2024 06/01/24 Off Market $499,000 -- --
04/01/2024 04/01/24 For Sale $549,000 +10.0% $372 / Sq Ft
04/01/2024 04/01/24 Off Market $499,000 -- --
02/01/2024 02/01/24 For Sale $549,000 +10.0% $372 / Sq Ft
02/01/2024 02/01/24 Off Market $499,000 -- --
09/07/2023 09/07/23 For Sale $549,000 -- $372 / Sq Ft
Source: MetroList

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,062 $464,906 $163,493 $301,413
2024 $4,940 $455,791 $160,288 $295,503
2023 $4,940 $446,855 $157,146 $289,709
2022 $4,891 $438,094 $154,065 $284,029
2021 $4,257 $381,800 $135,500 $246,300
2020 $3,754 $332,000 $117,800 $214,200
2019 $3,601 $325,500 $115,500 $210,000
2018 $3,485 $310,000 $110,000 $200,000
2017 $3,171 $287,000 $102,000 $185,000
2016 $2,845 $260,900 $92,900 $168,000
2015 $2,765 $253,200 $90,200 $163,000
2014 -- $239,100 $85,100 $154,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MetroList

MLS Number: 223086955

MetroList

APN: 004-460-032-000