$499,000
SOLD MAR 20, 2026

29979 Road 196 Exeter, CA 93221

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,007 Sq Ft
44,867 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 20, 2026

$249 Per Sq Ft

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Power System
  • No HOA
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of March 2026

29979 Road 196 is a great home in one of Exeter's most convenient locations. This country retreat is situated on a spacious corner lot just over an acre, this special property offers the perfect blend of peaceful rural living and panoramic views of the Sierra Nevadas. Step inside to a large, open family room that immediately feels like home with a vaulted ceiling and a cozy fireplace. The thoughtful split floor plan offers both comfort and privacy. Featuring a fireplace in the dining room you will always feel comfortable and warm. Featuring a covered porch with a sunken spa that steps down into the large backyard. It's the perfect place to unwind and enjoy quiet country nights. Need extra space? This property has room to grow. With a separate side road entrance, you'll find a 1,000 sq ft shop complete with a half bath, making it ideal for a workshop or additional living space as a potential ADU. Home has a solar contract that the buyer will have to assume.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tricia Kirksey

Melson Realty, Inc. License #00986543 Listed on: 01/19/2026

Co-Listed By

Christina Costa

Melson Realty, Inc. License #01722063

Last Buyer's Agent

Maricela Espinoza

Realty One Group Action License #02192900

Realty One Group Action

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,007 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Solar Power System
  • Outdoor Grill
  • 1.03 Acre Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 111090007000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

1.03 Acres

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.03
  • Lot Size: Rectangular
  • Co List Office Phone: 559-788-2222
  • Directions: From Highway 109, north on Road 196 to address
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Private Spa: No
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Interior Features:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Interior Features:Vaulted Ceiling(s): Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Living Room: Yes
  • Interior Features:Recessed Lighting: Yes
  • Interior Features:Beamed Ceilings: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Dining Room2: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Barbecue, Outdoor Grill
  • Roof: Composition
  • Exterior Features:Outdoor Grill: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Barbecue2: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • General Information:Garage: Yes
  • General Information:_pound_ of Garage Spaces: 3.0

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room, Sink, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Well
  • Heating:Central: Yes
  • Heating:Fireplace(s): Yes
  • Water Well: Yes
  • Sewer Septic Tank: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 44867.0
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel #: 111090007000

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 19, 2026
Closed on
Mar 11, 2026
Sold by
Mayfield Kimberley and Mayfield Family Trust
Bought by
Lowes Maria
Seller's Agent
Tricia Kirksey
Melson Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Maricela Espinoza
Realty One Group Action
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$499,000
Views
40

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.17%
Original Mortgage
$499,000
Outstanding Balance
$499,000
Interest Rate
6.11%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$2,397

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 2020
Sold by
Mayfield Lois
Bought by
Mayfield Lois Fay and The Mayfield Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 1998
Sold by
Taylor Gerald W and Taylor Leah R
Bought by
Mayfield Wayne and Mayfield Lois

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
6.88%
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $499,000 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $155,000 First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $499,000 VA
Previous Owner $120,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/20/2026 03/20/26 Sold $499,000 0.0% $249 / Sq Ft
01/28/2026 01/28/26 Pending -- -- --
01/19/2026 01/19/26 For Sale $499,000 -- $249 / Sq Ft
Source: Tulare County MLS

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 $2,843 $259,906 $94,063 $165,843
2024 $2,843 $254,811 $92,219 $162,592
2023 $2,769 $249,815 $90,411 $159,404
2022 $2,713 $244,918 $88,639 $156,279
2021 $2,693 $240,116 $86,901 $153,215
2020 $2,591 $237,654 $86,010 $151,644
2019 $2,505 $232,995 $84,324 $148,671
2018 $2,399 $228,427 $82,671 $145,756
2017 $2,364 $223,948 $81,050 $142,898
2016 $2,279 $219,557 $79,461 $140,096
2015 $2,255 $216,259 $78,267 $137,992
2014 $2,255 $212,023 $76,734 $135,289
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • T

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Tricia Kirksey

    Melson Realty, Inc.

    (559) 280-5000

    247 Total Sales

    Tricia Kirksey
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  • C

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026

    Christina Costa

    Melson Realty, Inc.

    269 Total Sales

    Christina Costa
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  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Maricela Espinoza

    Realty One Group Action

    (559) 631-3300

    20 Total Sales

    Maricela Espinoza
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Map

Source: Tulare County MLS

MLS Number: 239294

Tulare County MLS

APN: 111-090-007-000

California Tulare County Exeter 93221

29979 Road 196, Exeter, CA

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