Tucked near the entrance to desirable Potter Valley, this updated 1-bedroom, 2-bath cottage offers a rare blend of charm, usability, and riverfront setting on 1.2 acres along the East Fork of the Russian River. Behind the automatic gated entrance you'll find this private & serene property. The home has been thoughtfully and extensively expanded and remodeled with a new roof, an updated kitchen featuring quartz countertops and gas range, as well as a beautifully finished bathroom with nicely appointed tile detailing. The land makes this property really shine- enjoy a sunny, grassy meadow, a fenced garden area ready for planting with raised beds, and direct access to the river, creating a peaceful, usable outdoor space that's hard to find. A detached garage/workshop adds flexibility for projects, storage, or hobby use. With well water and a manageable footprint, this property is ideal as a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or investment opportunity in a sought-after rural setting just minutes from town.
Active
$445,000
8251 E Side Potter Valley Road, Potter Valley, CA 95469
1beds
720sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
1.2 Acres Lot
$421,400 Zestimate®
$618/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New roofAutomatic gated entranceSunny grassy meadow
- 52 days |
- 442 |
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Listed by:
Tanya Gilmore DRE #01966649 707-529-3138,
W Real Estate 707-380-0003
Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 326033937
Originating MLS: Mendocino
Originating MLS: MendocinoLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Outside Access
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Outside Access, Shower Stall(s), Tile
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Quartz Counter
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Ductless, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Inside Room
Features
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 720
- Total interior livable area: 720 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: River Access
Lot
- Size: 1.2 Acres
- Features: Meadow, Meadow West
Details
- Parcel number: 1770202200
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Gate
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Potter Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $618/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $208,979
- Annual tax amount: $2,194
- Date on market: 5/4/2026
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$421,400
$400,000 - $442,000
$1,851/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $445,000+196.7%$618/sqft |
Source:  BAREIS #326033937 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2021 | Sold | $150,000+2%$208/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2003 | Sold | $147,000$204/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,194 +1.4% | $208,979 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,164 +1.8% | $204,882 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,125 +1.3% | $200,866 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,097 | $196,929 +2% |
| 2021 | -- | $193,069 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,029 +0% | $191,103 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,029 +2.1% | $187,356 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,987 +2.5% | $183,682 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,939 +5.6% | $180,081 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,836 +3.1% | $176,550 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,781 +2.1% | $173,898 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,744 | $170,492 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $169,722 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $166,395 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $163,134 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $161,915 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $162,299 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $159,117 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $155,998 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $152,939 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $149,940 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $147,000 +730.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $17,706 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $17,358 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $17,012 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 95469
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Potter Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 3.5 mi
- 3/10Potter Valley Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 3.5 mi
- 1/10Potter Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
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