Yes, your fairytale can come true! Welcome to The Stone's Throw Cottage, a magical 2 bed, 2 bath stone cottage built in 1942 by Lester Hammond. It is rumored to have been a wedding gift to his newly married son. Hammond built several stone houses between the 1920s and 1940s in this coveted Bowman neighborhood. Perched on a lovely half acre lot, filled with foxgloves, lavender, lilacs and trees aplenty (including two prolific plum trees), this home is anything but ordinary. With all the charm of yesteryear, including interior rock walls and a petrified wood fireplace, this space brings a little bit of enchantment to everyday living. Enjoy sitting on either of the two back porches looking out at your beautifully lush, private backyard. Modern touches include a tankless water heater, two mini split HVAC's, an indoor laundry room, a newer metal roof, and a primary bath with heated floors. The large primary en-suite bedroom has french doors that open onto a covered deck that's surrounded by trees, jasmine, and tranquil views. In the past few years the cottage has been a much loved AirBnB hosting hundreds of delighted guests who returned year after year to enjoy this charming retreat. The proximity to downtown Auburn and I-80 coupled with privacy, a walkable neighborhood, and an abundance of charm adds up to a fairytale of your very own.
Active
$575,000
545 Old Airport Rd, Auburn, CA 95603
2beds
1,048sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1942
0.52 Acres Lot
$564,700 Zestimate®
$549/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Petrified wood fireplaceTwo prolific plum treesLarge primary en-suite bedroomNewer metal roofInterior rock wallsBeautifully lush private backyardTwo back porches
- 1 day |
- 433 |
- 35 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melissa Blide DRE #01895476 530-448-9567,
HomeTown Realtors
Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 226079244Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.
Loading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Outside Access, Sitting Area
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall(s), Tile, Radiant Heat
Dining room
- Features: Dining/Living Combo
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Butcher Block Counters
Heating
- Propane, Ductless, Electric, Fireplace(s), Wall Furnace, MultiUnits
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless, Multi Units
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater, Free-Standing Electric Range, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Cabinets, Electric Dryer Hookup, Ground Floor, Inside, Inside Room
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Stone, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,048 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Guest, Level Driveway/Sidewalks
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.52 Acres
- Features: Manual Sprinkler F&R, Garden, Shape Regular, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Pergola, Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 053040044000
- Zoning description: RS-AG-B
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: TV Antenna
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Wood
- Foundation: Masonry Perimeter, Raised, Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1942
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic System, Septic Connected
- Water: Public, Meter on Site, Water District
- Utilities for property: Propane Tank Owned, Electric, Internet Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Auburn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $549/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $174,850
- Annual tax amount: $1,828
- Price range: $575K - $575K
- Date on market: 6/22/2026
- Road surface type: Paved, Gravel
Estimated market value
$564,700
$536,000 - $593,000
$2,260/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $575,000-1.7%$549/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #226079244 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2026 | Listing removed | $585,000$558/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #226052214 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2026 | Price change | $585,000-2.3%$558/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #226052214 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $599,000+321.8%$572/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #226052214 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2012 | Sold | $142,000-5.3%$135/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2012 | Listing removed | $150,000$143/sqft |
Source: Sierra Brokers Real Estate #11085538 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2012 | Listed for sale | $150,000$143/sqft |
Source: Sierra Brokers Real Estate #11085538 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2012 | Listing removed | $150,000$143/sqft |
Source: Sierra Brokers Real Estate #11085538 Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/2011 | Listed for sale | $150,000$143/sqft |
Source: Sierra Brokers Real Estate #11085538 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,828 -0.2% | $174,850 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,831 +1% | $171,423 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,812 +0.6% | $168,062 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,802 +3.7% | $164,768 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,738 +0.7% | $161,538 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,725 | $159,883 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,725 +7.7% | $156,749 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,602 +1.8% | $153,677 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,573 +2.2% | $150,664 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,540 +2.5% | $147,711 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,503 +1.5% | $145,493 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,480 | $142,644 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $142,000 +170.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $52,515 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $51,487 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $51,103 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $51,225 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $50,222 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $49,238 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $48,274 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $47,329 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $46,402 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $45,553 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $44,661 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $43,787 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $42,929 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment$--/mo
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.All 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: 95603
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Bowman Charter SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Placer High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.1 mi
A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
Local buyer's agents are ready to help
- California
- Placer County
- Auburn
- 95603
- 545 Old Airport Rd
Nearby cities
Nearby zip codes
Other Auburn Topics
