Adorable cottage in a storybook setting. This stunning bungalow evokes the warmth of an English cottage, complete with a lovely garden that enhances the picturesque scenery. Originally built in the 1930s, the home has been thoughtfully remodeled and updatedincluding a new roof and solar system on the cottagewhile preserving its timeless charm and character. Highlights include graceful coved ceilings, beautifully restored hardwood floors, and a stylish built-in hutch in the kitchen. The living room features a cozy gas log fireplace, creating a welcoming and inviting ambiance. Above the detached two-car garage, a quaint guest unit offers added flexibility with its own private kitchen and bathroomperfect for visitors, extended family, or creative use. Property Highlights: 1930s cottage with classic charm and modern updates New roof and solar system on the main cottage Storybook garden setting with English cottage appeal Coved ceilings and restored hardwood floors, Built-in hutch with period character, Fireplace in the living room, Central Vacuum, Detached two-car garage, Quaint guest unit above garage with private bathroom Ideal for guests, home office, or additional living flexibility
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$560,000
157 Apple Ave, Grass Valley, CA 95945
2beds
1,180sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1936
0.31 Acres Lot
$565,800 Zestimate®
$475/sqft
$2,050 Estimated rent
Home value
$565,800
$521,000 - $617,000
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Lovely gardenDetached two-car garageStorybook settingGraceful coved ceilingsBeautifully restored hardwood floorsCentral vacuum
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Listed by:
Chuck Townsend DRE #01970251 408-489-5709,
Intero Real Estate Services
Bought with:
Chuck Townsend, DRE #01970251
Intero Real Estate Services
Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 226004500Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Ground Floor
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall(s), Jetted Tub, Outside Access, Window
Dining room
- Features: Dining/Living Combo
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Tile Counters
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Cabinets, Sink, Electric Dryer Hookup, Hookups Only, Inside, Inside Room
Features
- Central Vacuum
- Flooring: Stone, Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,180 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Enclosed, Garage Faces Front, Guest
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Uncovered Courtyard
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Back Yard,Partial,Wood,Front Yard
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Garden, Irregular Lot, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
- Topography: Level,Trees Few,Level,Trees Few
Details
- Additional structures: Pergola, Shed(s), Storage, Guest House
- Parcel number: 035300014000
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Vintage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Frame
- Foundation: Raised, Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1936
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Meter on Site, Private
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Electric
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Grass Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $475/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $494,020
- Date on market: 9/20/2026
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/27/2026 | Sold | $560,000+4.7%$475/sqft |
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| 4/2/2026 | Pending sale | $535,000$453/sqft |
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| 3/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $535,000+32.8%$453/sqft |
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| 5/29/2015 | Sold | $403,000-12.4%$342/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #15004590 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2007 | Sold | $460,000$390/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #70601078 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $494,020 +2% |
| 2025 | $5,189 +2.2% | $484,335 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,079 +2.5% | $474,839 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,957 +0.9% | $465,529 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,911 +2.6% | $456,402 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,784 +0.1% | $447,454 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,780 +2.7% | $442,867 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,655 +0.4% | $434,185 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,638 +4.1% | $425,672 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,453 +3.8% | $417,327 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,290 +6.9% | $409,145 +5.2% |
| 2015 | $4,014 +6.7% | $389,000 +7.2% |
| 2014 | $3,762 | $363,000 +14.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $316,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $316,000 -7.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $343,000 -7.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $372,000 -11.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $422,280 |
| 2008 | -- | $422,280 +273.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $112,966 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $110,753 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $108,583 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $106,454 +6.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $99,705 +8.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $91,869 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $90,069 |
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Neighborhood: 95945
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Lyman Gilmore Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.1 mi
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- California
- Nevada County
- Grass Valley
- 95945
- 157 Apple Ave
