Welcome to Hide-A-Way Haven. This private compound is appropriately named - Park your car, close the gate and enter your own personal sanctuary. If you choose to enjoy it alone, no one will know you are there. If you choose to bring that special someone, let your imaginationsoar. This single story cottage, situated in your own private Forest amid stately boulders, instantly transforms you from the harried city life to absolutepeace and quiet. For your enjoyment you have vaulted ceilings, a very efficient Kitchen with large pantry, intimate Dining alcove, free standing woodstove, cozy Bedroom, remodeled Bathroom with tankless water heater, Living Room with rustic brick fireplace and interior wood storage bin. Gaze outthe windows and watch the sunset and Alpen Glow on the distant mountain tops. Venture outside to the wonderful oversized patio and deck. Thesquirrels, birds and chipmunks are there to greet you. A short walk through the boulders takes you to your artists studio or private office with Wi-Fi, electric heat and a private deck with a view. There is also a workshop. This is the place you have been waiting for - your hide-a-way haven!
For sale
Listed by: Idyllwild Realty • Michelle McKay • Contact: 214-675-0433
$375,000
53226 Overlook Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549
1beds
773sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
0.4 Acres Lot
$362,400 Zestimate®
$485/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Single story cottageFree standing woodstoveRemodeled bathroomIntimate dining alcoveCozy bedroomVery efficient kitchenInterior wood storage bin
- 43 days |
- 315 |
- 20 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Michelle McKay DRE #01849604 214-675-0433,
Idyllwild Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219148312DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AORLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Art Studio, Bedroom, Living Room
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Remodeled, Tile Counters
Heating
- Electric, Fireplace(s), Wood, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: None
Features
- Breakfast Area, Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Free Standing, Kitchen, Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 773 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Deck
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Panoramic, Peek-A-Boo, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.4 Acres
- Features: Corners Marked
Details
- Parcel number: 560080016
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not Applicable-1
Location
- Region: Idyllwild
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $485/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $354,450
- Annual tax amount: $4,223
- Date on market: 5/23/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$362,400
$344,000 - $381,000
$1,589/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $375,000+7.9%$485/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild MLS #2011402 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2023 | Sold | $347,500-5.8%$450/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #219094048DA Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2023 | Pending sale | $369,000$477/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #219094048DA Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2023 | Contingent | $369,000$477/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild MLS #2010143 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2023 | Price change | $369,000-7.5%$477/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #219094048DA Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2023 | Price change | $399,000-8.3%$516/sqft |
Source:  CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219094048 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2023 | Price change | $435,000-5.2%$563/sqft |
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219094048 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2023 | Price change | $459,000-8%$594/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild MLS #2010143 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2023 | Listed for sale | $499,000+181.9%$646/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild MLS #2010143 Report a problem | ||
| 1/14/2014 | Sold | $177,000-1.1%$229/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2013 | Price change | $179,000-1.9%$232/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild Realty #21481149 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2013 | Listed for sale | $182,500+12.7%$236/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild Realty #21481149 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2011 | Sold | $162,000+37.3%$210/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2009 | Sold | $118,000+0.4%$153/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2009 | Price change | $117,500-44.1%$152/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2009 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 7/14/2009 | Sold | $210,346-14.1%$272/sqft |
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| 5/12/2006 | Sold | $245,000$317/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,223 +2.6% | $354,450 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,117 +59.6% | $347,500 +66.6% |
| 2023 | $2,579 +1.8% | $208,540 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,533 +2.4% | $204,452 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,474 +2.1% | $200,444 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,422 +3% | $198,390 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,352 +4% | $194,501 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,263 +2.1% | $190,689 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,217 | $186,951 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,217 -1.7% | $183,286 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,256 +10.8% | $180,535 +8.8% |
| 2014 | $2,036 | $165,987 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $165,239 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $162,000 +36.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $118,888 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $118,000 -9.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $131,000 -48.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $254,897 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $249,900 +303.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $61,988 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $60,774 +3.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $58,493 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $57,347 +2% |
| 2001 | $669 +1.7% | $56,223 +2% |
| 2000 | $658 | $55,121 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92549
Nearby schools
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- 8/10Idyllwild SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 6/10Hemet High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 11.4 mi
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