''Whispering Pines'' is a timeless mountain retreat where classic 1958 character meets peaceful forest living. Wrapped in warm knotty pine walls, ceilings, and original kitchen cabinetry, this cabin radiates authentic charm that's becoming harder to find. Step inside to an inviting open kitchen and dining area, where vaulted ceilings and a brick fireplace create a cozy yet airy gathering space. Just beyond, the living room continues the rich pine aesthetic, anchored by a propane stove and bathed in natural light from multiple windows. The perfect setting for snowy evenings or quiet mornings with coffee. The generous bedroom offers privacy and convenience with direct access to the 3/4 bath. A glass door leads you onto the back deck, where you'll overlook a spacious backyard dotted with pines and oaks. An ideal setting for entertaining, gardening, or simply letting the mountain air melt the day away. Tucked close to town, Idyllwild County Park, and scenic hiking trails, this property offers the perfect balance of accessibility and escape. Nature awaits at Whispering Pines where your mountain sanctuary is calling!
For sale
Listed by: Robin Oates Real Estate Inc • Shannon Johnston • Contact: 951-663-9791
Price cut: $5.9K (7/4)
$329,000
53460 Tollgate Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549
1beds
888sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$322,500 Zestimate®
$370/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Brick fireplacePeaceful forest livingOriginal kitchen cabinetryWarm knotty pine wallsPropane stoveVaulted ceilings
- 93 days |
- 487 |
- 24 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Shannon Johnston DRE #02063955 951-663-9791,
Robin Oates Real Estate Inc
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: 219146188DA
Originating MLS: California Desert AOR & Palm Springs AOR
Loading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Propane, Wood
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Flooring: Laminate
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Kitchen, Masonry
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 888 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Other
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 561072005
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Other
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not Applicable-1
Location
- Region: Idyllwild
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $370/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $280,347
- Annual tax amount: $3,491
- Date on market: 4/10/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: The refrigerator is not included in the sale.
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$322,500
Estimated sales range
$306,000 - $339,000
Rent Zestimate®
$1,639/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/4/2026 | Price change | $329,000-1.8%$370/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/24/2026 | Price change | $334,900-2.9%$377/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $344,900-3.9%$388/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild MLS #2011350 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: | ||
| 10/5/2023 | Listed for sale | $359,000$404/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild MLS #2010138 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2023 | Contingent | $359,000$404/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild MLS #2010138 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2023 | Price change | $359,000-2.7%$404/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild MLS #2010138 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2023 | Price change | $369,000-2.6%$416/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild MLS #2010138 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2023 | Price change | $379,000-2.8%$427/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild MLS #2010138 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $390,000+50.6%$439/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild MLS #2010138 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2021 | Listing removed | $259,000$292/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 12/1/2020 | Sold | $259,000$292/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 8/7/2020 | Pending sale | $259,000$292/sqft |
Source: Bennion Deville Homes #219047190 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2020 | Listed for sale | $259,000+3.7%$292/sqft |
Source: Bennion Deville Homes #219047190 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2020 | Listing removed | $249,700$281/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild Realty-Village Center Office #2008898 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2020 | Price change | $249,700-6.5%$281/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild Realty-Village Center Office #2008898 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2020 | Listed for sale | $267,000+62.8%$301/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild Realty-Village Center Office #2008898 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2002 | Sold | $164,000$185/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,491 +2.6% | $280,347 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,402 +1% | $274,851 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,370 +1.8% | $269,463 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,310 +2.2% | $264,180 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,239 +18.5% | $259,000 +19.3% |
| 2020 | $2,735 +2.8% | $217,166 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,660 +3.7% | $212,909 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,564 +4.1% | $208,735 +4.4% |
| 2017 | $2,464 | $200,000 +4.2% |
| 2016 | $2,464 +15.8% | $192,000 +15.7% |
| 2015 | $2,128 +2.5% | $166,000 |
| 2014 | $2,076 | $166,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $166,000 +13.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $146,000 +10.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $132,000 -19.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $164,000 -11.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $184,443 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $180,827 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $177,283 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $173,808 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $170,401 +49.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $113,843 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $111,612 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,316 +1.3% | $109,425 +2% |
| 2000 | $1,299 | $107,280 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment$--/mo
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.Principal & interest
$1,547Mortgage insurance
$0Property taxes
$170Home insurance
$105HOA fees
$0Utilities
Not includedAll calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
See how much you could borrow to make a competitive offer.
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92549
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Idyllwild SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Hemet High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 11.8 mi
- $349,0001 bd1 ba747 sqft53480 Tollgate Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save 
- $391,0002 bd1 ba866 sqft53450 Tollgate Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549Off Market
Save - $406,5002 bd1 ba1.1k sqft53500 Tollgate Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549Off Market
Save - $642,1004 bd3 ba2.3k sqft53415 Idyllbrook Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549Off Market
Save 
- $344,8003 bd1 ba840 sqft53430 Tollgate Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549Off Market
Save - $425,5003 bd2 ba1.7k sqft53435 Idyllbrook Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549Off Market
Save - $338,0002 bd1 ba720 sqft53455 Tollgate Rd, Idyllwild, CA 92549Off Market
Save - $470,8003 bd2 ba1.4k sqft53425 Idyllbrook Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549Off Market
Save
A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
Similar homes
- $349,0001 bd1 ba747 sqft53480 Tollgate Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save
MLS ID #219149695DA, Ashley Stewart, Idyllwild Realty. CRMLS - $357,5002 bd1 ba920 sqft53570 Marian View Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save
MLS ID #PW25282076, Stephen Sutton, HomeSmart Realty Group. CRMLS - $335,0002 bd2 ba1k sqft52635 Sylvan Way, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save
MLS ID #219149922DA, Michelle McKay, Idyllwild Realty. CRMLS - $310,0001 bd2 ba496 sqft25145 Fern Valley Rd, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save
MLS ID #219149847DA, Ashley Stewart, Idyllwild Realty. CRMLS - $449,0002 bd1 ba760 sqft54185 Strawberry Valley Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save MLS ID #2011461, Robin Oates, Robin Oates Real Estate. Idyllwild MLS - $420,0002 bd2 ba976 sqft53580 Country Club Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save MLS ID #219149305DA, Ashley Stewart, Idyllwild Realty. CRMLS - $369,0001 bd1 ba953 sqft53555 Marian View Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save MLS ID #26838947PS, Meagan Greene DRE # 02042321, Compass. CLAW - $330,0002 bd1 ba1.3k sqft52745 Sylvan Way, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save MLS ID #SW26024205, Tom Jones, Wine Country Realty. CRMLS - $279,0001 bd1 ba576 sqft53033 Mountain View Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save MLS ID #219149723DA, Sheila Zacker, Idyllwild Realty. CRMLS - $335,0003 bd2 ba1.1k sqft52955 Fern Land Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save MLS ID #2011100, Ashley Stewart, Idyllwild Realty-North Circle Office. Idyllwild MLS - $350,0001 bd2 ba967 sqft25455 Tahquitz Rd, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save MLS ID #IV26046752, ELIZABETH MIFFLETON, TRUST PROPERTIES USA, INC. CRMLS - $419,0002 bd2 ba896 sqft52515 Sunset Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save MLS ID #219149986PS, Amber Booth, Compass. CRMLS - $395,0002 bd2 ba768 sqft25400 Marion Ridge Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save MLS ID #SW26126128, Tyler Saldana, Century 21 Masters. CRMLS - $375,0001 bd1 ba773 sqft53226 Overlook Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save MLS ID #219148312DA, Michelle McKay, Idyllwild Realty. CRMLS - $355,0003 bd2 ba1.2k sqft52735 Sugar Pine Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save MLS ID #SW26098616, Colleen Nichols, Jason Mitchell R. E. Calif. CRMLS - $440,0002 bd2 ba927 sqft24941 Pine Cove Rd, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save MLS ID #219145418DA, Robin Oates, Robin Oates Real Estate Inc. CRMLS - $284,9001 bd2 ba851 sqft24759 Schaffer Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save MLS ID #SW26141096, Joe Adair, Feigen Realty Group. CRMLS - $399,0003 bd3 ba1.3k sqft52680 Pine Ridge Rd, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save MLS ID #219135988DA, Shannon Johnston, Robin Oates Real Estate Inc. CRMLS - $425,0002 bd2 ba1.2k sqft54540 Tahquitz View Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save MLS ID #OC26131689, Jessica McAnallen, Compass. CRMLS - $379,0002 bd2 ba1k sqft52895 Cedar Dr, Idyllwild, CA 92549For Sale
Save MLS ID #219144803DA, Stephanie Yost, Idyllwild Realty. CRMLS
- Request a tour
as early as tomorrow at 11:00 am
Contact agent Local buyer's agents are ready to help
- California
- Riverside County
- Idyllwild
- 92549
- 53460 Tollgate Dr