$585,000
OPEN SAT 11AM - 1PM

181 Bost Ave Nevada City, CA 95959

Estimated payment $3,472/month

Total Views 247
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,958 Sq Ft
$299 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • 2 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • Seven Hills Intermediate School Rated A-
  • Window or Skylight in Bathroom
  • The community has rules related to allowing live work

About This Home

A rare find in a desirable live-work neighborhood within the city limits of Nevada City. This 1970s Rambler offers 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, plus an additional room used as a 3rd bedroom, and extra bath, converted garage with separate entry. Just 1.5 miles from historic downtown Nevada City's shops, dining, and arts scene, the single-level home sits on 2 fenced acres with tall pines, a circular driveway, and ample parking. Mature gardens feature fruit and nut trees, plus raised beds for organic vegetables (perfect for sustainable Nevada County living). A detached garage/shop is ideal for a handyman, artist studio, or home-based business. Zoned Employment Center (EC), the property allows for residential or a variety of business uses, including yoga studio, craft workshop, or cabinet shop. Currently on well and septic, with city water and sewer hookups nearby. Close to Inn Town Campground and the Railroad Museum. A unique Nevada City real estate opportunity blending lifestyle and investment potential.

Listing Agent

Pam Amato

Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty License #00687475 Listed on: 08/19/2025

Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty

Open House Schedule

  • Saturday, August 23, 2025
    11:00 am to 1:00 pm
    8/23/2025 11:00:00 AM +00:00
    8/23/2025 1:00:00 PM +00:00

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,405

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Fenced For Horses
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned EC

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Converted Garage
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Unpaved Parking
  • RV Access or Parking

Home Design

  • Concrete Foundation
  • Raised Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,958 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Sunken Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Storage Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Laminate Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Double Oven
  • Built-In Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower
  • Window or Skylight in Bathroom

Home Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Underground Utilities
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Well
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • The community has rules related to allowing live work

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 035-230-039-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,405

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Subtype Description: Detached, Live/Work, Low-Rise (1-3)
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Remodeled Updated: Unknown
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Accessibility Features: Grab Bars
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Electric Cook Top
  • Interior Amenities: Storage Area(s)
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Window
  • Master Bedroom Features: Ground Floor
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathroom Features: Tub w/Shower Over, Window, See Remarks
  • Dining Room Features: Dining Bar, Space in Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Pantry Closet, Tile Counter
  • Living Room Features: Sunken
  • Room Type: Baths Other, Master Bedroom, Converted Garage, Dining Room, Possible Guest, Storage, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bedroom, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Street Entrance
  • Price Per Square Foot: 298.77
  • Square Footage: 1958.00
  • Window Features: Storm Windows

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Disclosures/Documents: Attached Docs, Septic Certification, TDS Available, Home Inspection Report, Well Report, Well-Test GPM, Natural Hazard Disclosure Available, See Remarks, Preliminary Title Report
  • Fencing: Partial, Fenced
  • Foundation: Raised, Concrete, Slab
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Listing Price: 585000.00
  • Lot Features: Garden
  • New Construction: No
  • Pool: No
  • Property Condition: Original
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Roof: Composition, Metal
  • Spa: No
  • Topography: Snow Line Below,Level,Snow Line Below,Level

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking Features: RV Access, RV Possible, Detached, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Workshop in Garage
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Unpaved

Utilities

  • Security: Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: Septic Connected, See Remarks
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electric, Underground Utilities, Natural Gas Connected
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Cabinets, Inside Area
  • Water Source: Well, See Remarks

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Land Lease: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Nevada Joint Union

Lot Info

  • Zoning: EC
  • Irrigation: See Remarks
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.0000
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 87120.00

Multi Family

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 035-230-039-000
  • Bonds/Assessments/Taxes: Unknown

MLS Schools

  • School District (County): Nevada

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $3,405 $324,842 $153,227 $171,615
2024 $3,379 $318,473 $150,223 $168,250
2023 $3,379 $312,229 $147,278 $164,951
2022 $3,277 $306,108 $144,391 $161,717
2021 $3,188 $300,107 $141,560 $158,547
2020 $3,183 $297,031 $140,109 $156,922
2019 $3,120 $291,208 $137,362 $153,846
2018 $3,061 $285,499 $134,669 $150,830
2017 $3,004 $279,902 $132,029 $147,873
2016 $2,895 $274,415 $129,441 $144,974
2015 $2,856 $270,294 $127,497 $142,797
2014 $2,856 $131,886 $30,132 $101,754
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/19/2025 08/19/25 For Sale $585,000 +120.8% $299 / Sq Ft
06/10/2014 06/10/14 Sold $265,000 -16.9% $135 / Sq Ft
06/07/2014 06/07/14 Pending -- -- --
01/10/2014 01/10/14 For Sale $319,000 -- $163 / Sq Ft
Source: MetroList

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $265,000 Placer Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Gift Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: MetroList

MLS Number: 225104836

MetroList

APN: 035-230-039-000