$600,000
SOLD JUL 28, 2025

285 Fairidge Dr Applegate, CA 95703

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,075 Sq Ft
5.3 Acres

Recently Sold

$289 Per Sq Ft

14% Below List Price

80 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Covered Deck
  • Colfax High School Rated A-
  • 5.3 Acre Lot
  • Private Lot

About This Home

As of July 2025

Sophisticated and inviting farmhouse-style living with modern comforts, country appeal, yet close to amenities. Nestled on a private and peaceful 5.3 acre setting: Enjoy public water (no well), fenced yard w/ gated entry, meandering circular driveway and plenty of room for toys and tinkering. Classic farmhouse features: Welcoming front porch, expansive decks, 4 large bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a cozy gas stove fireplace, laid-back living spaces, and an easy indoor/outdoor flow. A home built for entertaining: Open concept kitchen sits at the heart of the home adjacent to two living spaces, updated finishes, modern appliances, ample counter space ideal for gatherings. Upstairs, spacious bedrooms offer serene views of the surrounding countryside. The primary suite features views, private deck for relaxation, en-suite bath w/ soaking tub and generous closet space. Outside, enjoy mature trees, chicken-coup palace, and outbuilding for added storage. It's more than a home, it's a perfect blend of comfort, charm, and country living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carolyn Metzker

Windermere Signature Properties Auburn License #01851721 Listed on: 04/27/2025

Windermere Signature Properties Auburn

Last Buyer's Agent

Cindy Dunnett

Windermere Signature Properties El Dorado Hills/Folsom License #00359354

Windermere Signature Properties El Dorado Hills/Folsom

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1987 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 5.3 Acre Lot
  • Fenced For Horses
  • Wire Fence
  • Private Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Property is zoned RS-AG

Home Design

  • Raised Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Fiber Cement Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,075 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Whole House Fan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Free Standing Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Open Floorplan
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Compactor
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Upstairs
  • Separate Bedroom Exit
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Secondary Bathroom Double Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower
  • Window or Skylight in Bathroom

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Covered Deck
  • Shed
  • Front Porch

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horses Allowed On Property

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Propane Stove
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Underground Utilities
  • 220 Volts
  • Gas Tank Leased
  • Property is located within a water district
  • Abandoned Well
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available
  • TV Antenna

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 077-200-016-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1987 | Remodeled

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Remodeled Updated: Yes
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Remodeled/Updated Desc: Bath 6-10YR, Kitchen 6-10YR, Bed 6-10YR
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Cook Top, Gas Water Heater, Compactor, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Wine Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Free Standing, Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Wood
  • Master Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Double Sinks, Soaking Tub, Tile, Window
  • Master Bedroom Features: Balcony, Walk-In Closet, Outside Access
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Bathroom Features: Tile, Tub w/Shower Over, Window
  • Dining Room Features: Dining Bar, Dining/Living Combo, Formal Area
  • Kitchen Features: Pantry Closet, Granite Counter, Slab Counter, Island, Kitchen/Family Combo
  • Living Room Features: Deck Attached
  • Main Level: Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Partial Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen
  • Price Per Square Foot: 289.16
  • Square Footage: 2075.00

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage, Other
  • Construction Materials: Wood, Wood Siding
  • Fencing: Wire, Fenced
  • Foundation: Raised, Slab
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Horse Property: Yes
  • Listing Price: 650000.00
  • Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Private, Secluded, Low Maintenance
  • New Construction: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Covered Deck, Uncovered Deck
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Cement, Tile
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, RV Possible, Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Driveway

Utilities

  • Security: Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: Septic System
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Propane Tank Leased, Electric, TV Antenna, Underground Utilities, Internet Available
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central, Whole House Fan, MultiZone
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Heating: Propane, Central, Propane Stove, Gas, MultiZone
  • Laundry Features: Electric, Ground Floor
  • Water Source: Abandoned Well, Water District, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Land Lease: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Placer Union High

Lot Info

  • Horse Amenities: Other
  • Zoning: RS-AG
  • Irrigation: None
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.3000
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 230868.00

Rental Info

  • Lease Type: Net

Multi Family

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 077-200-016-000
  • Bonds/Assessments/Taxes: Unknown

MLS Schools

  • School District (County): Placer

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 27, 2025
Closed on
Jul 22, 2025
Sold by
E F Tait Jr Revocable Trust and Tait Edward F
Bought by
Ellis Nicholas F and Ellis Kira
Seller's Agent
Carolyn Metzker
Windermere Signature Properties Auburn
Buyer's Agent
Cindy Dunnett
Windermere Signature Properties El Dorado Hills/Folsom
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-14.16%
Views
54
Current Estimated Value
$611,212

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$11,212
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.86%
Original Mortgage
$359,990
Outstanding Balance
$359,379
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$251,833

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2022
Sold by
Ef Tait Jr Revocable Trust
Bought by
Tait Edward F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 9, 2022
Sold by
Tait Jr Edward F
Bought by
Ef Tait Jr Revocable Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 23, 2014
Sold by
Tait Ed F
Bought by
Tait Edward F

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 2010
Sold by
Tait Edward F
Bought by
Tait Ed F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$170,000
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2010
Sold by
Tait Edward F and Tait Edward F
Bought by
Tait Edward F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$170,000
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 2004
Sold by
Tait Edward F
Bought by
Tait Edward F and Tait Edward F

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 4, 2003
Sold by
Tait Teresa M
Bought by
Tait Edward F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,500
Interest Rate
5.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 2003
Sold by
Tait Edward F
Bought by
Tait Edward F and Tait Edward F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,500
Interest Rate
5.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 4, 2002
Sold by
Tait Teresa M
Bought by
Tait Edward F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,500
Interest Rate
5.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 28, 2002
Sold by
Tait Edward F
Bought by
Tait Edward F and Tait Edward F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $600,000 Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed -- Amrock
Grant Deed -- Amrock
Grant Deed -- Amrock
Grant Deed -- Amrock
Grant Deed -- Amrock
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Ins
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $359,990 New Conventional
Previous Owner $175,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $170,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $172,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $172,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $172,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $175,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/28/2025 07/28/25 Sold $600,000 -7.7% $289 / Sq Ft
07/16/2025 07/16/25 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2025 06/25/25 Price Changed $650,000 -7.0% $313 / Sq Ft
04/27/2025 04/27/25 For Sale $699,000 -- $337 / 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 $3,256 $280,767 $94,250 $186,517
2023 $3,256 $269,866 $90,591 $179,275
2022 $3,132 $264,575 $88,815 $175,760
2021 $3,057 $259,388 $87,074 $172,314
2020 $3,014 $256,730 $86,182 $170,548
2019 $2,950 $251,697 $84,493 $167,204
2018 $2,667 $246,763 $82,837 $163,926
2017 $2,616 $241,925 $81,213 $160,712
2016 $2,557 $237,182 $79,621 $157,561
2015 $2,493 $233,621 $78,426 $155,195
2014 $2,454 $229,045 $76,890 $152,155
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MetroList

MLS Number: 225035725

MetroList

APN: 077-200-016