Welcome to 3004 Pencil Rd in Alturas, Modoc County, CA, thoughtful upgrades, and true country living come together across 5.88 scenic acres. This inviting 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers 1,072 sq ft of comfortable living with an open-concept layout that creates a bright, airy feel. An additional versatile room adds flexibility for a home office or guest space. Inside, you'll appreciate the updated finishes, including new flooring throughout the home, fresh interior and exterior paint, and remodeled areas that bring a clean, modern touch while preserving the home's cozy character. Step outside and take in everything this land has to offer an ideal setup for anyone dreaming of a self-sufficient homestead or rural lifestyle. Designed for both function and flexibility, the property features usable pastures, new fencing and cross-fencing for livestock, a barn, animal shelter, and multiple outbuildings including three chicken coops making it well-suited for horses, or farming. Set among a peaceful juniper forest, the setting offers a rare sense of privacy and connection to nature. Fuel reduction work is already underway, offering a strong head start for continued land stewardship. Additional features include a double-car garage, dedicated laundry room, infrastructure ready for animals, root cellar, a new septic system and well pump installed in 2021. Located in a quiet setting, this home offers the peace of the outdoors while still being within a short distance of everyday conveniences, making it an ideal option whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a weekend escape, or a place to build out your homestead vision.
Active under contract
$300,000
3004 Pencil Road, Alturas, CA 96101
2beds
1,072sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1989
5.88 Acres Lot
$286,900 Zestimate®
$280/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Usable pasturesDouble-car garageUpdated finishesAnimal shelterDedicated laundry room
- 115 days
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Edith Rojas Perez DRE #02213305 707-782-8323,
Coldwell Banker Realty 707-762-6611
Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 326038350
Originating MLS: Sonoma
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Laundry: Hookups Only, Inside Area
Features
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,072
- Total interior livable area: 1,072 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Covered, RV Possible
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 5.88 Acres
- Features: See Remarks
Details
- Parcel number: 013112009000
- Special conditions: Offer As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1989
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: See Remarks
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alturas
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $280/sqft
- Date on market: 5/5/2026
Estimated market value
$286,900
$273,000 - $301,000
$1,829/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/11/2026 | Pending sale | $300,000$280/sqft |
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| 5/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $300,000+33.3%$280/sqft |
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| 11/1/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Modoc County AOR Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2022 | Listed for sale | $225,000$210/sqft |
Source: Modoc County AOR #2906079 Report a problem | ||
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