Nestled in the heart of Old Idyllwild’s Fern Valley, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom mountain home offers 1,800 sq ft of rustic charm and timeless character. Set on a wooded lot with sweeping views of iconic Lily Rock from the rear of the property, the home features a warm and inviting main floor finished entirely in original tongue-and-groove paneling—rumored to be milled right here in Idyllwild. Outside, enjoy ample space with parking for up to 10 vehicles, including a dedicated 5th wheel pad. Additional highlights include a separate roofed shed and a spacious workshop, perfect for hobbyists or extra storage. This is a rare opportunity to own a true piece of Idyllwild history.
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Kaitlyn Dares DRE #02161851 katiedares14@gmail.com,
Home Saver Realty,
Grace Reed DRE #01995384 949-584-0535,
Compass
Est. $500,000
55160 John Muir Rd, Idyllwild, CA 92549
3beds
1,800sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$483,400 Zestimate®
$278/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original tongue-and-groove panelingWooded lot
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Listing updated: May 29, 2025 at 06:42am
Listing Provided by:
Kaitlyn Dares DRE #02161851 katiedares14@gmail.com,
Home Saver Realty,
Grace Reed DRE #01995384 949-584-0535,
Compass
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW25115130
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Living Room
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: front door
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 564163008
- Zoning: R-1A-9000
- Special conditions: Notice Of Default
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Hiking
Location
- Region: Idyllwild
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $278/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $409,950
- Annual tax amount: $4,840
- Date on market: 5/22/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Submit
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