Phenomenal Value! In the prestigious Mountain Lakes Estates of Nevada City, this gated 3-acre estate combines privacy, craftsmanship, and stunning natural beauty with sweeping views of a 5-acre pond and 26-acre greenbelt. The 4,292 sq ft main residence features 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, with a thoughtful layout that includes a grand great room with a stone fireplace, formal dining room, and breakfast nook. Downstairs offers a living room, kitchenette, game area, full bathroom, and a bedroom ideal for guests or multi-generational living. Expansive windows frame serene lake views from nearly every room, while abundant storage ensures practicality matches beauty. The property also includes a spacious professional-grade woodworking shop with its own bathroom and an unfinished 2-bedroom guest unit above, perfect for extended family, rental income, or creative pursuits. The Mountain Lakes Estates community offers two private lakes, a park, trails, and Firewise certification for peace of mind. Located just minutes from historic downtown Nevada City and Grass Valley, this property delivers an exceptional blend of luxury living, natural surroundings, and community amenities.
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$1,350,000
11790 Lowhills Rd, Nevada City, CA 95959
4beds
4,292sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
3.13 Acres Lot
$1,420,100 Zestimate®
$315/sqft
$4,505 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,420,100
$1.35M - $1.49M
$4,505/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Cheryl Rellstab DRE #01162108 530-277-0368,
Re/Max Gold
Bought with:
Liliana Murphy, DRE #01829939
Allison James Estates & Homes
Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 226055675Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Great Room, In Law Apartment, Kitchen, Laundry, Workshop
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ground Floor, Outside Access, Sitting Area
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall(s), Double Vanity, Jetted Tub, Tile, Walk-In Closet(s), Window
Dining room
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Formal Room, Space in Kitchen
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Room, Pantry Closet, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Stone Counters
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Gas, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Whole House Fan, Attic Fan
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Built-In Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Built-In Refrigerator, Range Hood, Ice Maker, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Warming Drawer, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Sink, Ground Floor, Inside Room
Features
- Central Vacuum
- Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Laminate, Stone, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Raised Hearth, Family Room, Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 4,292 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 24'+ Deep Garage, Attached, RV Possible, Garage Door Opener, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Garage Faces Side, Workshop in Garage, Interior Access, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Exterior features: Balcony, Outdoor Grill
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Pond, Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 3.13 Acres
- Features: Manual Sprinkler F&R, Auto Sprinkler F&R, Landscaped
- Topography: Lot Grade Varies,Lot Grade Varies
Details
- Additional structures: Storage, Guest House, Workshop, Other
- Parcel number: 004610031000
- Zoning: RA-XRA-X
- Special conditions: Trust
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Frame, Wood, Lap Siding, Masonry Unreinforced
- Foundation: Raised, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle,Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Internet Available, Underground Utilities, Propane Tank Leased
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Barbecue, Greenbelt, Trail(s), See Remarks, Park
- Services included: Common Areas, Road, Maintenance Grounds, Management
- HOA fee: $715 annually
Location
- Region: Nevada City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $315/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $842,998
- Price range: $1.4M - $1.4M
- Date on market: 9/20/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/31/2026 | Sold | $1,350,000-10%$315/sqft |
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| 7/2/2026 | Pending sale | $1,500,000$349/sqft |
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| 5/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000$349/sqft |
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| 1/16/2026 | Listing removed | $1,500,000$349/sqft |
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| 10/31/2025 | Price change | $1,500,000-20.8%$349/sqft |
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| 8/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,895,000+91.4%$442/sqft |
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| 6/15/2005 | Sold | $990,000$231/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #40603098 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $842,998 +2% |
| 2025 | $10,359 +1.9% | $826,470 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,165 +2.6% | $810,266 +2% |
| 2023 | $9,909 +1.2% | $794,380 +2% |
| 2022 | $9,794 +2.6% | $778,805 +2% |
| 2021 | $9,542 +0.1% | $763,536 +1% |
| 2020 | $9,536 +3.8% | $755,707 +2% |
| 2019 | $9,188 +0.4% | $740,890 +2% |
| 2018 | $9,150 +3.6% | $726,363 +2% |
| 2017 | $8,831 +3.3% | $712,122 +2% |
| 2016 | $8,548 +1.3% | $698,160 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $8,441 +1.4% | $687,674 +2% |
| 2014 | $8,326 | $674,205 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $671,160 -1.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $681,000 -13.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $791,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $791,000 -5% |
| 2009 | -- | $832,657 -31.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,217,595 +18.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,029,996 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,009,800 +98% |
| 2005 | -- | $509,996 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $499,997 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $490,835 +2% |
| 2002 | $154 | $481,212 +2% |
| 2001 | $154 | $471,778 |
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Neighborhood: 95959
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- 3/10Margaret G. Scotten Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 2.1 mi
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- California
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- Nevada City
- 95959
- 11790 Lowhills Rd
