$365,000
SOLD AUG 11, 2025

4901 Papaya Rd Forest Ranch, CA 95942

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,404 Sq Ft
5 Acres

Recently Sold

$260 Per Sq Ft

62 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Peek-A-Boo Views
  • High Ceiling
  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Harry M. Marsh Junior High School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Double Pane Windows

About This Home

As of August 2025

Nestled in the tranquil mountain setting of Forest Ranch, California, this brand-new home offers the perfect blend of luxury and comfort. Situated on a spacious 5-acre lot, the residence features energy-efficient design, custom cabinets, and exquisite tile work throughout. Vaulted ceilings enhance the spacious interior, complemented by a convenient 3-car garage with an EV plug-in station. Ideal for eco-conscious buyers, owner financing is available, providing a rare opportunity to own a bespoke home in a picturesque natural environment, where modern comforts meet the serenity of mountain living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joseph Dufloth

Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc. Brokerage Phone: 5308286061 License #02207880 Listed on: 05/14/2025

Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Stacy Clark

Thrive Real Estate Company License #01770952

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $370

Year Built

  • Built in 2023

Lot Details

  • 5 Acre Lot
  • Density is 2-5 Units/Acre
  • Property is zoned TM10

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Parking Available
  • Two Garage Doors

Property Views

  • Peek-A-Boo
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Turnkey

Interior Spaces

  • 1,404 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Upgraded Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas And Electric Dryer Hookup

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment for Heating

Utilities

  • High Efficiency Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Shared Well
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater
  • Septic Type Unknown

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Foothills

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 12
  • Assessor Parcel Number 063240009000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$370

Year Built

Built in 2023

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Other Phone Description: cell
  • Other Phone Number: 530-828-6061
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: TM10
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 063240009000
  • Year Built: 2023
  • Special Features: NewHome

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1404.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 259.97
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Bathroom Features: Shower In Tub, Upgraded

Exterior Features

  • View: Mountain(s), Peek-A-Boo
  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage, Garage - Two Door
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater, High Efficiency Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Central, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
  • Laundry Features: Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
  • Water Source: Shared Well
  • Cooling: Central Air, Energy Star Qualified Equipment, High Efficiency
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Foothills

Schools

  • School District: Chico Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 2-5 Units/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 217800.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.0000

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 217800.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 16.01
  • Tax Lot: 12

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2020
Sold by
Norman Thomas F
Bought by
Norman Thomas F and Norman Marlene

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$335,000
Outstanding Balance
$299,460
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Estimated Equity
-$10,535

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2019
Sold by
Norman Marlene A
Bought by
Herman Thomas F

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 4, 2019
Sold by
Estrada Denise and Krenke Spencer W
Bought by
Norman Thomas F

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2009
Sold by
St Clair Patricia L
Bought by
St Clair Patricia L

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2004
Sold by
Stclair Jerald N and Stclair Gerald N
Bought by
Stclair Patricia

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 24, 1987
Sold by
Martindale William A and Martindale Patricia J
Bought by
St Clair Patricia L
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 -- Bidwell Title & Escrow Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Bidwell Title & Escrow Co
Grant Deed $30,000 Bidwelll Title & Escrow Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $200,000 New Conventional
Open $335,000 Commercial
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/11/2025 08/11/25 Sold $365,000 0.0% $260 / Sq Ft
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2025 05/14/25 For Sale $365,000 -- $260 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $370 $325,136 $33,464 $291,672
2024 $370 $32,808 $32,808 $0
2023 $366 $32,165 $32,165 $0
2022 $360 $31,535 $31,535 $0
2021 $353 $30,917 $30,917 $0
2020 $352 $30,600 $30,600 $0
2019 $394 $34,302 $34,302 $0
2018 $387 $33,630 $33,630 $0
2017 $379 $32,971 $32,971 $0
2016 $347 $32,325 $32,325 $0
2015 -- $31,840 $31,840 $0
2014 -- $31,217 $31,217 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SN25106422

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 063-240-009-000