Discover your dream property! This pristine 12+ acre parcel boasts level terrain and picturesque Rock Creek frontage, easily accessible just 3 miles from town via paved roads. The land features stunning natural beauty, with strategically cleared areas and tasteful tree clustering. Recently masticated, it's primed for your vision complete with a driveway and available power. Nestled in a sought-after agricultural area, and surrounded by a welcoming community, this property offers over 1200 feet of serene Rock Creek frontage. Envision your ideal home and projects unfolding in this idyllic setting today!
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Price cut: $10K (5/5)
$289,000
20493 Rector Rd, Nevada City, CA 95959
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12.2Acres
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12.2 Acres Lot
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What's special
Strategically cleared areasLevel terrainTasteful tree clusteringPicturesque rock creek frontage
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michelle Ifland DRE #01151245 530-446-1190,
Nick Sadek Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 226056247Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Property
Features
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 12.2 Acres
- Features: Stream Year Round, Meadow West, Paved, Corners Marked, Many Trees
- Topography: Mostly Level,Gently Sloped,Snow Line Below
- Residential vegetation: Brush, Heavily Wooded, Grassed
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 034040055000
- Zoning: AG-20_SP
- Zoning description: Agricultural/Residential,Farm/Ranch,Residential,Horses Allowed,Livestock
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: See Remarks
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Electric Available
- Sewer: None
- Water: No Well But Needed
- Utilities for property: None, Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Nevada City
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $211,140
- Annual tax amount: $2,289
- Price range: $289K - $289K
- Date on market: 5/5/2026
- Income includes: None
- Road surface type: Paved, Gravel
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,827/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/5/2026 | Price change | $289,000-3.3% |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #226056247 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/2024 | Listed for sale | $299,000-14.3% |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #224008106 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #223034087 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2023 | Listing removed | $349,000 |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #223034087 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $349,000+55.1% |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #223034087 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2022 | Sold | $225,000-5.9% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2022 | Pending sale | $239,000 |
Source:  CRMLS #SW21262761 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,289 +2.2% | $211,140 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,240 +0.1% | $207,000 +1949.9% |
| 2023 | $2,238 +1168.2% | $10,098 +2% |
| 2022 | $177 +2.6% | $9,900 +2% |
| 2021 | $172 +1.1% | $9,706 +1% |
| 2020 | $170 +2.4% | $9,607 +2% |
| 2019 | $166 +2.4% | $9,419 +2% |
| 2018 | $162 +2.3% | $9,235 +2% |
| 2017 | $159 +3.2% | $9,054 +2% |
| 2016 | $154 +1.8% | $8,877 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $151 +1.9% | $8,744 +2% |
| 2014 | $148 | $8,573 +0.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $8,535 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $8,368 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $8,204 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $8,143 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $8,163 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $8,003 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $7,847 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $7,694 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $7,544 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $7,397 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $7,262 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $7,120 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $6,981 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 95959
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Seven Hills Intermediate SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 7/10Nevada Union High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
- 6/10Deer Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 3.6 mi
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