$485,000
SOLD NOV 18, 2016

975 Lovers Leap Rd Alta, CA 95701

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,604 Sq Ft
10.2 Acres

Recently Sold

$302 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

137 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • Gunite Pool
  • 10.2 Acre Lot
  • Colfax High School Rated A-
  • Custom Home
  • Deck

About This Home

As of May 2025

Secluded rural homestead close to small towns. Easy commute on I-80. Breathtaking views on 10.2 acres of level, manicured forested land. Comfortable craftsman cedar Post & Beam 3/2 home. One bed/bath is on lower level. Property is abounding with self-sufficiency upgrades. Apple orchard, green house, large raised bed vegetable gardens and sun! Barn has power and water with 4 stalls, tack and a feed loft. Workshop has 220 service. Water and power run to possible additional building site. Come see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karen Calvert

Alta Realty License #01927436 Listed on: 05/18/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Teri Andrews-Murch

Advantage Real Estate License #01734030

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,205

Year Built

  • Built in 1984 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 10.2 Acre Lot
  • Adjoins Government Land
  • Southeast Facing Home
  • Zoning described as RF

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Split Level Home
  • Raised Foundation
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,604 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Double Pane Windows

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Gunite Pool
  • Balcony
  • Deck

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horses Allowed On Property

Utilities

  • 220 Volts
  • Well
  • Septic System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 063-430-052-000

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Built by Jim Formo

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,205

Year Built

Built in 1984 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Subtype Description: Custom
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Remodeled Updated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Architectural Style: Cottage/Bungalow
  • Levels: MultiSplit
  • Stories: 2
  • Remodeled/Updated Desc: Bath 6-10YR,Kitchen 6-10YR
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Range,Dishwasher,Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Flooring: Carpet,Wood
  • Master Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s),Window
  • Master Bedroom Features: Balcony,Sitting Room,Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom Features: Sunken Tub,Tub w/Shower Over,Window
  • Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Dining Room Features: Dining Bar,Dining/Family Combo
  • Kitchen Features: Laminate Counter,Island,Pantry Closet
  • Room Type: Baths Other,Great Room,Loft,Master Bathroom,Master Bedroom,Office,Downstairs Bedroom
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s),Full Bath(s)
  • Price Per Square Foot: 302.37
  • Square Footage: 1604
  • Window Features: Dual Pane Full

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Greenhouse,Outbuilding,Shed(s),Workshop
  • Builder Name: Jim Formo
  • Construction Materials: Frame,Lap Siding,Wood
  • Property Faces: Southeast
  • Disclosures/Documents: TDS Available
  • Elevation: 4000
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Frontage Type: Borders Government Land
  • Horse Property: Yes
  • Listing Price: 499900.00
  • Lot Features: Low Maintenance
  • Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Deck
  • Pool Features: Gunite Construction
  • Pool: Yes
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Roof: Metal
  • View Description: Special

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Boat Storage,No Garage,RV Storage

Utilities

  • Security: Carbon Mon Detector,Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: Septic System
  • Utilities: Internet Available,Propane Tank Leased,Underground Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s),None
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Heating: Propane,Wood Stove
  • Laundry Features: Gas Hook-Up,Inside Room,Space For Frzr/Refr,Washer/Dryer Included
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Features: Pool
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Placer Union High

Lot Info

  • Horse Amenities: 1-6 Stalls,Barn(s),Barn Amenities,Hay Storage,Riding Trail,Trailer Storage
  • Zoning Description: RF
  • Irrigation: None
  • Lot Size Acres: 10.2000
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 444312

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 063-430-052-000
  • Bonds/Assessments/Taxes: Unknown

MLS Schools

  • School District (County): Placer

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 28, 2024
Closed on
Apr 25, 2025
Sold by
Rasmussen-Hines Family Trust and Rasmussen Eric C
Bought by
Garcia Alicia M and Wright David J
Seller's Agent
Tami Hampshire
Foothill Properties
Buyer's Agent
Bobby Heatherington
Cobalt Real Estate
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-3.43%
Views
78

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.57%
Original Mortgage
$506,250
Outstanding Balance
$505,362
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$191,712

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 2024
Sold by
Rasmussen Eric C and Hines Victoria L
Bought by
Rasmussen-Hines Family Trust and Rasmussen

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 18, 2016
Closed on
Nov 14, 2016
Sold by
Cox Randell and Cox Judith
Bought by
Hines Victoria L and Rasmussen Eric C
Seller's Agent
Karen Calvert
Alta Realty
Buyer's Agent
Teri Andrews-Murch
Advantage Real Estate
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$485,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-7.62%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.29%
Original Mortgage
$388,000
Interest Rate
3.42%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 2004
Sold by
Formo James F and Formo Teri L
Bought by
Cox Randell and Cox Judith

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $675,000 Old Republic Title
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $485,000 Placer Title Company
Grant Deed $483,000 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $506,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $388,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $260,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $263,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $333,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $153,500 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/05/2025 05/05/25 Sold $675,000 -3.4% $421 / Sq Ft
03/05/2025 03/05/25 Pending -- -- --
03/02/2025 03/02/25 For Sale $699,000 +3.6% $436 / Sq Ft
03/01/2025 03/01/25 Off Market $675,000 -- --
02/01/2025 02/01/25 Price Changed $699,000 0.0% $436 / Sq Ft
02/01/2025 02/01/25 For Sale $699,000 +3.6% $436 / Sq Ft
12/02/2024 12/02/24 Off Market $675,000 -- --
11/09/2024 11/09/24 Price Changed $724,900 -3.3% $452 / Sq Ft
07/28/2024 07/28/24 For Sale $749,900 +54.6% $468 / Sq Ft
11/18/2016 11/18/16 Sold $485,000 -7.6% $302 / Sq Ft
10/02/2016 10/02/16 Pending -- -- --
05/18/2016 05/18/16 For Sale $525,000 -- $327 / 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 $6,205 $596,392 $145,071 $451,321
2023 $6,205 $573,624 $139,439 $434,185
2022 $6,009 $562,573 $136,705 $425,868
2021 $5,779 $541,739 $134,025 $407,714
2020 $5,489 $514,685 $132,651 $382,034
2019 $5,382 $504,594 $130,050 $374,544
2018 $5,195 $494,700 $127,500 $367,200
2017 $5,103 $485,000 $125,000 $360,000
2016 $6,208 $593,818 $141,295 $452,523
2015 $6,058 $584,899 $139,173 $445,726
2014 $4,117 $391,975 $93,881 $298,094
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MetroList

MLS Number: 16030901

MetroList

APN: 063-430-052