This is a great opportunity to own, or invest in one of the original Darkhorse homes, this single level beauty offers all of the high end quality construction and details you would expect, but needs some freshing up. It has a very livable floor plan, and sits on a hill providing dramatic views of Lake of the Pines, the surrounding community, and the foothills. The community public golf course was purchased and renovated a few years ago to provides one of the most popular golf experiences in the area, making Darkhorse one of the premier golf communities in the foothills. It offers a strong sense of community, with rural privacy, and conveniences nearby. Darkhorse is located halfway between Auburn and Grass Valley, with easy access to Tahoe and Sacramento. If you are looking for the peace and serenity of California foothill living, in a close community with a rural atmosphere, or a great investment, come preview this amazing home. The home includes all current furnishings.
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$800,000
12859 Austin Forest Cir, Auburn, CA 95602
4beds
3,300sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
0.57 Acres Lot
$804,300 Zestimate®
$242/sqft
$4,522 Estimated rent
Home value
$804,300
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Listed by:
Michael Hawkins DRE #01939693 530-308-3860,
Windermere Signature Properties Auburn
Bought with:
Re/Max Accord
Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 225047855Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Dining Room, Possible Guest, Storage, Kitchen, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Sitting Room, Ground Floor, Walk-In Closet, Outside Access
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall(s), Double Vanity, Jetted Tub, Tile, Multiple Shower Heads, Walk-In Closet(s), Window
Dining room
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Formal Area
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Room, Pantry Closet, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island
Heating
- Propane, Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Built-In Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Double Oven, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Cabinets, Sink, Inside Room
Features
- Central Vac Plumbed
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Raised Hearth, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,300 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: 24'+ Deep Garage, Attached, Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Side, Interior Access, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 0.57 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Low Maintenance
Details
- Parcel number: 011171045000
- Zoning description: R1-PD-SP
- Special conditions: Offer As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Spanish Tile
Condition
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Special System, Public Sewer
- Water: Meter on Site, Water District, Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Propane Tank Leased, Electric, Underground Utilities, Internet Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Other
- HOA fee: $207 annually
Location
- Region: Auburn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $242/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,319,600
- Annual tax amount: $15,799
- Price range: $800K - $800K
- Date on market: 5/2/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 | Listing removed | $4,695$1/sqft |
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| 10/24/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,695$1/sqft |
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| 8/12/2025 | Sold | $800,000-19.6%$242/sqft |
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| 7/24/2025 | Pending sale | $995,000$302/sqft |
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| 7/3/2025 | Price change | $995,000-9.1%$302/sqft |
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| 6/4/2025 | Price change | $1,095,000-8.8%$332/sqft |
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| 5/20/2025 | Price change | $1,200,000-7.7%$364/sqft |
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| 5/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000-0.8%$394/sqft |
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| 10/31/2005 | Sold | $1,310,000+340.3%$397/sqft |
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| 4/3/2003 | Sold | $297,500$90/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,799 +0.2% | $1,319,600 |
| 2024 | $15,772 +1% | $1,319,600 |
| 2023 | $15,608 +1.9% | $1,319,600 |
| 2022 | $15,324 +15.8% | $1,319,600 +15% |
| 2021 | $13,234 +14.5% | $1,147,500 +15% |
| 2020 | $11,561 -11.7% | $997,800 +2% |
| 2019 | $13,098 +1.5% | $978,200 +2% |
| 2018 | $12,899 +6.1% | $959,000 +8.1% |
| 2017 | $12,153 +8.9% | $887,400 +10% |
| 2016 | $11,158 +2.1% | $806,900 +3% |
| 2015 | $10,925 +4.8% | $783,400 +7% |
| 2014 | $10,428 | $732,000 +10.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $665,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $665,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $665,000 +22.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $541,000 -29.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $769,036 -16% |
| 2008 | -- | $916,000 -14.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,070,000 -17.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,299,261 +134.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $555,115 +55.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $356,054 +751.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $41,822 |
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Neighborhood: 95602
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Cottage Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.8 mi
- 7/10Magnolia Intermediate SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 8/10Bear River High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
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