NOT LISTED FOR SALE

20 Big Meadow Dr Tamarack, CA 95223

1 Bed
1 Bath
750 Sq Ft
1933 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: January 19, 2026

Last sale price $98,000 $131 Per Sq Ft

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Forest View
  • Green energy is off-grid
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Cabin

About This Home

As of January 2026

Own a piece of High Sierra history with this USFS cabin in Big Meadow near Bear Valley. This classic 1930's cabin is a rustic original. Sit by the fire in front of a huge native stone fireplace. The upstairs has 8 beds. Water is pumped from a well to a cistern on top of a water tank tower. There is no electricity in the cabin. Propane runs the refrigerator and cook top. A small solar system provides light-duty electrical. These USFS cabins are privately owned through Forest Service permits like a land lease. You pay a permit fee to the USFS. There are several restrictions to owning these types of cabins such as keeping the color scheme and footprint. More information on owning a Forest Service cabin can be read at:

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joel Barnett

Bear Valley Real Estate License #01364875 Listed on: 06/21/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Jeff Gouveia

Bear Valley Real Estate License #01805946

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1933

HOA Fees

  • $158 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Uncovered Parking

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 750 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Raised Hearth
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Forest Views
  • Free-Standing Gas Oven

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Separate Shower

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Green energy is off-grid

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Gas Tank Leased
  • Water Holding Tank
  • Well
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • Big Meradows Homeowner Association
  • Sky High Ranch Subdivision
  • Mandatory home owners association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 860000041600

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1933

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$158 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Remodeled Updated: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1933
  • Architectural Style: Cabin
  • Subdivision: Sky High Ranch
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Free Standing Refrigerator, Free Standing Gas Oven
  • Fireplace Features: Stone, Raised Hearth
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s)
  • Price Per Square Foot: 130.67
  • Square Footage: 750.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Disclosures/Documents: Other
  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Listing Price: 98000.00
  • Lot Features: Other
  • New Construction: No
  • Pool: No
  • Road Surface Type: Unimproved
  • Spa: No
  • Topography: Lot Grade Varies,Level
  • View Description: Forest

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Uncovered Parking Space

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic System
  • Utilities: See Remarks, Propane Tank Leased
  • Cooling: None
  • Electric: See Remarks, PV-Off Grid
  • Heating: Fireplace(s)
  • Laundry Features: None
  • Water Source: Storage Tank, Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 1900
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Includes: Other
  • Association Name: Big Meradows Homeowner
  • Association: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Association/Amenities

  • Mandatory Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Land Lease: No

Lot Info

  • Zoning: Other
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0001
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4.00

Multi Family

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 860000041600

MLS Schools

  • School District (County): Calaveras
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/19/2026 01/19/26 Sold $98,000 0.0% $131 / Sq Ft
07/08/2025 07/08/25 Pending -- -- --
06/21/2025 06/21/25 For Sale $98,000 -- $131 / Sq Ft
Source: MetroList

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Map

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MLS Number: 225600695

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