Unparalleled privacy and luxury await at The River Retreat, a stunning two-story sanctuary along the Wild & Scenic Eel River. Featuring .25 miles of pristine river frontage, wraparound covered decks, and an open-concept interior with chef's kitchen, artisan tile, and propane stove. The primary suite offers a walk-in closet, private deck, and sweeping river vistas. Outdoors, enjoy a mature Primitivo vineyard, lush landscaping with full irrigation, riparian water rights, and abundant wildlife. Recreation is at your doorstepkayak, fish, or swim in the river. Whole-property backup generator included. Set on county road just minutes from Potter Valley and the Mendocino National Forest, The River Retreat offers the ultimate riverfront lifestyle with privacy, elegance, and natural beauty.
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Price increase: $14K (5/15)
$789,000
21500 Ridgeway Highway, Potter Valley, CA 95469
2beds
1,260sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
4.47 Acres Lot
$728,900 Zestimate®
$626/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mature primitivo vineyardArtisan tilePrivate deckPrimary suiteSweeping river vistasOpen-concept interiorAbundant wildlife
- 312 days |
- 347 |
- 31 |
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Listed by:
Patricia McMillen DRE #01064106 707-367-0036,
RE/MAX Gold - Selzer and Assoc 707-462-6514,
Alex T McMillen DRE #01986308 707-367-1102,
RE/MAX Gold - Selzer and Assoc
Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 325073573
Originating MLS: Mendocino
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: Outside Access
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tub w/Shower Over, Window
Bathroom
- Features: Tile
- Level: Upper
Family room
- Features: Deck Attached, Open Beam Ceiling
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Ductless, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric, Hookups Only, Laundry Closet
Features
- Open Beam Ceiling
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,260
- Total interior livable area: 1,260 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Boat Storage, RV Possible
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Covered
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Mountain(s), River, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Water
- Waterfront features: River Access
Lot
- Size: 4.47 Acres
- Features: Garden, Landscape Misc, Private
Details
- Parcel number: 1711102400
- Special conditions: Offer As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Redwood Siding
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
- Gas: Propane Tank Owned
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Internet Available, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Potter Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $626/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $288,167
- Annual tax amount: $2,952
- Date on market: 8/14/2025
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$728,900
$692,000 - $765,000
$1,985/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Price change | $789,000+1.8%$626/sqft |
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| 8/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $775,000$615/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,952 +1.5% | $288,167 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,909 +1.9% | $282,517 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,856 +1.4% | $276,979 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,817 | $271,549 +2% |
| 2021 | -- | $266,226 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,724 +0.1% | $263,492 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,722 +2.1% | $258,327 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,665 +2.5% | $253,263 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,599 +5.7% | $248,299 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,459 +3.2% | $243,432 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,384 +2.2% | $239,777 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,333 | $235,081 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $234,021 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $229,434 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $224,936 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $223,256 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $223,787 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $219,399 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $215,097 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 95469
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Potter Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 6.4 mi
- 3/10Potter Valley Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 6.4 mi
- 1/10Potter Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.4 mi
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