Tucked into the desirable Forest Knolls neighborhood on Banner Mountain, this well-maintained 3 bedroom, 3 bath home with approximately 2,003 square feet on .47 acres offers the space, flexibility, and setting buyers love about Nevada County living. Outdoor living is a highlight, with approximately 850 square feet of redwood decking, mature landscaping, attractive stonework, and a peaceful wooded setting that creates an inviting place to relax, entertain, and enjoy the trees. Inside, the home is warm and inviting with beautiful cherrywood flooring, generous picture windows, and a striking double-sided quartz stone fireplace that anchors the main living areas with character and charm. The updated kitchen features granite counters, tile flooring, and a Bertazzoni range, while the updated bathrooms add comfort and functionality. The flexible split-level layout offers excellent usability, including a spacious lower-level area with a separate entrance, full bath, large living space, and bedroom , and gas fireplace, ideal for guests, extended living, hobbies, work-from-home space, or in-law quarters. Additional features include a Generac generator, upgraded electrical panel, SimpliSafe alarm system, newer driveway with ample parking, dog run, invisible fencing, and automatic sprinklers. Located in a Firewise community with a hydrant across the street, and close to the heart of historic Nevada City with its shops, restaurants, and beloved events such as Summer Nights and Victorian Christmas. Enjoy the best of foothill living with convenient access to Lake Tahoe, Sacramento, and approximately 2+ hours from the Bay Area, Napa, and Sonoma.
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$649,000
11885 Tree Top Cir, Nevada City, CA 95959
3beds
2,003sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
0.47 Acres Lot
$654,300 Zestimate®
$324/sqft
$3,119 Estimated rent
Home value
$654,300
$582,000 - $733,000
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Gas fireplaceMature landscapingInvisible fencingPeaceful wooded settingAttractive stoneworkHydrant across the streetGenerous picture windows
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Listed by:
Margaret Mickelson DRE #01797732 530-913-7272,
Keller Williams Realty Gold Country,
Haidee Reyes DRE #01370675 530-913-7819,
Keller Williams Realty Gold Country
Bought with:
Dawn Sander, DRE #01979839
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Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 226065905Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Possible Guest, Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet, Sitting Area
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall(s), Granite Counters, Low-Flow Toilet(s), Tile, Window
Dining room
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Dining/Living Combo
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Room, Pantry Closet, Granite Counters
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Whole House Fan, Attic Fan
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Cabinets, Sink, Gas Dryer Hookup, Upper Level, Inside Room
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Attic: Room
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Double Sided, Raised Hearth, Stone, Wood Burning, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,003 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: RV Possible, Garage Door Opener, Uncovered Parking Space, Garage Faces Side, Guest, Driveway, Gentle Down Driveway/Sidewalks
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two,Multi/Split
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Dog Run
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 0.47 Acres
- Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Shape Regular, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
- Topography: Snow Line Above,Lot Grade Varies,Trees Many,Snow Line Above,Lot Grade Varies,Trees Many
Details
- Parcel number: 037140033000
- Zoning: R1-1.5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Stone, Wood
- Foundation: Concrete, Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Septic System
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Public, Electric, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Nevada City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $324/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $663,737
- Price range: $649K - $649K
- Date on market: 9/20/2026
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved, Paved Sidewalk
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Sold | $649,000$324/sqft |
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| 6/2/2026 | Pending sale | $649,000$324/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $649,000+41.4%$324/sqft |
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| 11/30/2004 | Sold | $459,000$229/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #40604931 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $663,737 +2% |
| 2025 | $7,002 +4.3% | $650,724 +4.1% |
| 2024 | $6,714 +2% | $625,044 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,582 +0.1% | $612,789 -0.1% |
| 2022 | $6,576 +5.7% | $613,194 +5.2% |
| 2021 | $6,219 +15.9% | $583,100 +17.3% |
| 2020 | $5,364 +2.1% | $497,100 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,253 +4.9% | $487,300 +5% |
| 2018 | $5,006 +13.9% | $464,100 +14.3% |
| 2017 | $4,393 +11.7% | $406,000 +10% |
| 2016 | $3,933 +2.8% | $369,000 +2.9% |
| 2015 | $3,824 +5.5% | $358,500 +6.1% |
| 2014 | $3,624 | $338,000 +15% |
| 2013 | -- | $294,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $294,000 -8.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $320,000 -3% |
| 2010 | -- | $330,000 -33.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $496,834 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $487,093 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $477,543 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $468,180 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $459,000 +382% |
| 2004 | -- | $95,220 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $93,476 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $91,644 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $89,848 |
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Neighborhood: 95959
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Deer Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 1.5 mi
- 7/10Seven Hills Intermediate SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 7/10Nevada Union High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
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