Sold for $440,000

Listed by: Desert Sotheby's International Realty • Timothy McTavish • 760-619-4765

Bought with: Keller Williams Realty

$440,000

53285 Forest Lake Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549

2beds

1,456sqft

Single Family Residence

Built in 1981

0.28 Acres Lot

$442,800 Zestimate^®

$302/sqft

$2,412 Estimated rent

Home value

$442,800

$399,000 - $492,000

$2,412/mo

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What's special

Tree-Top Retreat, a hidden jewel tucked into the forest w/outstanding views of the Ridgeline and distant views of ''Lily Rock''. Beautifully maintained and refreshed for today's modern living! An open great room concept w/Living room, Dining room, & Kitchen on the main level along with 2 equal sized bedrooms that share a full refreshed bath. The lower level could easily be converted to a 3rd bedroom (Primary suite or separate apartment) with a fully refreshed bath, laundry area and a separate entrance. The exterior deck makes outdoor living a joy featuring 3-sides for optimal viewing. Dine Al Fresco with friends & family and listen to the sounds of nature. A newly refreshed storage space under the cabin is perfect for storing your garden tools, holiday boxes and collectibles. With close proximity to the artistic town of Idyllwild, this sensational retreat is the perfect balance of functionality and tranquility!

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
3/4 bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Bonus Room, Bedroom, Basement, Entry/Foyer, Living Room, Utility Room, Dining Room

Bedroom

Features: Bedroom on Main Level

Bathroom

Features: Remodeled, Separate Shower, Tile Counters, Tub Shower

Kitchen

Features: Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen

Heating

Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Propane

Cooling

Has cooling: Yes

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Water Heater

Features

Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Partially Furnished, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Bedroom on Main Level, Utility Room
Flooring: Laminate, Tile
Doors: Sliding Doors
Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens
Has basement: Yes
Has fireplace: Yes
Fireplace features: Living Room, Masonry, Raised Hearth

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 1,456 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Driveway
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Deck, Wood, Wrap Around
Fencing: None
Has view: Yes
View description: Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods

Lot

Size: 0.28 Acres
Features: Cul-De-Sac, Irregular Lot, Paved

Details

Parcel number: 560102017
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Siding
Roof: Composition

Condition

Updated/Remodeled
New construction: No
Year built: 1981

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities for property: Overhead Utilities

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Not Applicable-1

Location

Region: Idyllwild

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $302/sqft
Tax assessed value: $448,800
Date on market: 3/3/2025
Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/6/2025	Sold	$440,000-2%$302/sqft
Source: CRMLS #219125764PS Report a problem
4/16/2025	Contingent	$449,000$308/sqft
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219125764 Report a problem
4/16/2025	Pending sale	$449,000$308/sqft
Source: Idyllwild MLS #2010891 Report a problem
4/14/2025	Price change	$449,000-10%$308/sqft
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219125764 Report a problem
3/3/2025	Listed for sale	$499,000$343/sqft
Source: Greater Palm Springs Realtors #219125764 Report a problem
9/26/2024	Listing removed	$499,000$343/sqft
Source: Idyllwild MLS #2010594 Report a problem
7/11/2024	Price change	$499,000-16.1%$343/sqft
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #219112111 Report a problem
5/27/2024	Listed for sale	$595,000+242%$409/sqft
Source: Idyllwild MLS #2010594 Report a problem
11/27/2013	Sold	$174,000-12.6%$120/sqft
Source: CDAR/ Desert Area MLS #21481587 Report a problem
1/16/2004	Sold	$199,000+17.1%$137/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
9/9/2002	Sold	$170,000$117/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2026	--	$448,800 +110.5%
2025	$2,637 +2.9%	$213,195 +2%
2024	$2,563 +1%	$209,016 +2%
2023	$2,538 +1.8%	$204,918 +2%
2022	$2,493 +2.4%	$200,901 +2%
2021	$2,434 +2.2%	$196,963 +1%
2020	$2,383 +3%	$194,944 +2%
2019	$2,314 +4%	$191,123 +2%
2018	$2,226 +2.1%	$187,376 +2%
2017	$2,181	$183,703 +2%
2016	$2,181 -1.8%	$180,102 +1.5%
2015	$2,220 +4.5%	$177,399 +2%
2014	$2,124	$173,925 -24.3%
2013	--	$229,751 +25.5%
2012	--	$183,000
2011	--	$183,000 -16.5%
2010	--	$219,183 -0.2%
2009	--	$219,706 +2%
2008	--	$215,399 +2%
2007	--	$211,177 +2%
2006	--	$207,037 +2%
2005	--	$202,979 +19.4%
2003	--	$170,000 +29.6%
2002	--	$131,142 +2%
2001	$1,392 +1.8%	$128,571 +2%
2000	$1,367	$126,051