Discover the magic of year-round Grizzly Creek on this exceptional 10.33-acre Nevada City retreat. Meandering through the property, the creek is bordered by lush elephant ears, ferns, wild hollyhocks, and other native vegetation, creating a peaceful and picturesque setting. The land features a beautiful mix of dogwoods, madrones, conifers, and majestic oaks, offering privacy, shade, wildlife habitat, and classic Sierra foothill beauty. Several attractive building sites provide options for your future home, family retreat, or recreational getaway. An existing 13' x 12' unfinished cabin with deck overlooks the creek and serves as the perfect base camp while you plan your vision. The property includes a completed perc and mantle evaluation, power poles along the property line, and a transformer already in place. The seller reports finding placer gold in Grizzly Creek, adding a touch of Gold Country history and adventure. The timbered landscape may also present opportunities for forest stewardship and fuels-reduction programs, potentially helping offset ownership costs while improving forest health and wildfire resilience. Whether you're looking for a private creekside escape, future homesite, recreational property, or the quintessential cabin in the woods, this rare offering combines natural beauty, privacy, and opportunity in one remarkable package.
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$168,800
18290 Backwoods Rd, Nevada City, CA 95959
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10.33Acres
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10.33 Acres Lot
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What's special
Timbered landscapeYear-round grizzly creekSeveral attractive building sites
- 9 days |
- 625 |
- 51 |
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Listed by:
Teresa Dietrich DRE #01222347 530-362-6806,
Gold Country Ranches and Realty
Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 226075912Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Property
Features
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 10.33 Acres
- Features: Stream Year Round, Many Trees
- Topography: Rolling,Snow Line Above
- Residential vegetation: Brush, Heavily Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), See Remarks
- Parcel number: 061080033000
- Zoning: FR-40
- Zoning description: Recreation,Single-Family,Timber Production,Tree Farm
- Special conditions: Trust
- Other equipment: See Remarks, Other
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Electric Available
- Sewer: See Remarks
- Water: Stream Year Round, No Well But Needed
- Utilities for property: See Remarks, Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Nevada City
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $79,646
- Annual tax amount: $935
- Price range: $168.8K - $168.8K
- Date on market: 6/14/2026
- Income includes: None
- Road surface type: Dirt, Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,660/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $168,800+206.9% |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #226075912 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2003 | Sold | $55,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $935 +1.9% | $79,646 +2% |
| 2024 | $917 +4.2% | $78,085 +2% |
| 2023 | $880 +2% | $76,554 +2% |
| 2022 | $862 +5.8% | $75,053 +5.9% |
| 2021 | $815 +3.7% | $70,900 +5% |
| 2020 | $786 +1.8% | $67,500 +2% |
| 2019 | $772 +4.5% | $66,200 +5.1% |
| 2018 | $738 +7.1% | $63,000 +8.1% |
| 2017 | $689 +10.7% | $58,300 +10% |
| 2016 | $622 +3.8% | $53,000 +5% |
| 2015 | $600 +5.8% | $50,500 +7% |
| 2014 | $567 | $47,200 +15.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $41,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $41,000 -8.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $45,000 -2.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $46,000 -25.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $61,854 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $60,642 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $59,453 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $58,288 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $57,146 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $56,026 +49.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $37,571 +2% |
| 2002 | $17 | $36,835 +2% |
| 2001 | $17 | $36,113 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 95959
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Grizzly Hill SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Nevada Union High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.1 mi
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- California
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- 18290 Backwoods Rd



