Nearly $200,000 in recent upgrades have transformed this secluded country property into a rare blend of privacy, self-sufficiency, and modern comfort on nearly 7 acres just 10-15 minutes from shopping, dining, fuel, and everyday amenities. Located in a peaceful foothill setting, this beautifully updated ranch-style home captures stunning long-range views from both the front and back of the property, including protected preserve land and nearby walking trails. Designed for comfortable country living with exceptional reliability, the property features an impressive solar and battery backup system fully integrated with a Generac whole-house generator, providing outstanding energy efficiency and year-round preparedness. Additional major improvements include a newer roof, updated HVAC system, remodeled primary bathroom, $10,000 spent on bamboo flooring throughout the home, updated water heater, water softener, wood stove, interior paint, fixtures, and more. The beautifully remodeled kitchen showcases quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, wine cooler, and a functional layout ideal for entertaining and everyday living. The spacious living room features vaulted cathedral ceilings, built-in shelving, abundant natural light, and warm flooring that creates an inviting atmosphere throughout. The Master Bedroom suite offers a beautifully remodeled bathroom with dual vanities and a walk-in shower. Outdoor amenities include a large deck perfect for relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings, welcoming front porch, covered patio, outdoor dining area, oversized parking area, RV hookups, attached garage, and a versatile flex room with half bath located behind the garage ideal for guests, office space, gym, or hobby use. The property offers privacy, mature trees, natural landscape, and convenient access to town and everyday services. Blazing fast fiber gigabit internet availability provides exceptional connectivity ideal for remote work, streaming, gaming, and modern living needs. Additional features include extensive security systems with perimeter cameras and alarm sensors throughout, attached garage, separate laundry room, and a septic system pumped in late 2023. This move-in ready retreat offers the ideal combination of rural tranquility, upgraded infrastructure, energy efficiency, and everyday convenience while delivering the peaceful Sierra foothill lifestyle Buyers are searching for.
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Price cut: $25K (5/21)
$675,000
18639 Fay Ridge Ct, Grass Valley, CA 95949
3beds
1,836sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1991
6.92 Acres Lot
$685,100 Zestimate®
$368/sqft
$5/mo HOA
What's special
Rv hookupsMature treesPeaceful foothill settingWelcoming front porchWine coolerAbundant natural lightRemodeled primary bathroom
- 13 days |
- 1,251 |
- 84 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tim Proctor DRE #00954644 530-277-4700,
Timothy Proctor, Broker
Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 226058610Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Bonus Room, Office, Dining Room, Possible Guest, Kitchen, Laundry, Workshop, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Ground Floor, Walk-In Closet, Outside Access, Sitting Area
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall(s), Double Vanity, Soaking Tub, Granite Counters, Low-Flow Toilet(s), Tile, Window
Dining room
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Formal Area
Kitchen
- Features: Quartz Counter
Heating
- Central, Solar w/Backup, Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Whole House Fan, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Gas Range, Gas Plumbed, Range Hood, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Wine Refrigerator, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Cabinets, Sink, Electric Dryer Hookup, Space For Frzr/Refr, Ground Floor, Inside Room
Features
- Flooring: Bamboo, Linoleum, Tile, Wood, See Remarks
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,836 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Private, Attached, RV Access/Parking, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Workshop in Garage, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Roll-In Shower
Features
- Exterior features: Covered Courtyard
Lot
- Size: 6.92 Acres
- Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Private, Dead End, Secluded, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 026490020000
- Zoning description: RA 5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Frame, Wood
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle,Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic System, Septic Connected
- Water: Storage Tank, Well
- Utilities for property: Propane Tank Owned, Public, DSL Available, Internet Available, Solar, See Remarks
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Other
- Services included: See Remarks
- HOA fee: $65 annually
Location
- Region: Grass Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $368/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $515,908
- Annual tax amount: $5,627
- Price range: $675K - $675K
- Date on market: 5/9/2026
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$685,100
$651,000 - $719,000
$2,727/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/21/2026 | Price change | $675,000-3.6%$368/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #226058610 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $700,000+59.5%$381/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #226058610 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2018 | Sold | $439,000+3.3%$239/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #18600955 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2018 | Listed for sale | $425,000$231/sqft |
Source: NETWORK REAL ESTATE/GV #20180218 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,627 +2.2% | $515,908 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,504 +2% | $505,793 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,396 +2.1% | $495,876 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,284 +2.7% | $486,154 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,146 +3.4% | $476,622 +4.4% |
| 2020 | $4,976 +2.1% | $456,735 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,874 +45.4% | $447,780 +47.7% |
| 2018 | $3,353 +2% | $303,203 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,287 +3.7% | $297,259 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,168 +1.5% | $291,431 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,122 +1.6% | $287,054 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,072 | $281,432 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $280,161 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $274,668 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $269,283 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $267,272 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $267,908 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $262,656 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $257,506 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $252,457 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $247,508 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $242,656 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $238,209 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $233,539 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $228,961 |
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Neighborhood: 95949
Nearby schools
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- 7/10Alta Sierra Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Magnolia Intermediate SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.5 mi
- 8/10Bear River High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.9 mi
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