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Alta Street

Grass Valley, CA 95945
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt2,000

Sqft

This enchanting 1920s fairytale home is unlike any other in Nevada County, on the market or off. A rare surviving example of the whimsical California Storybook architectural style, it rests among sprawling, lush grounds, canopied by rustling pines and sycamores, and cushioned against street noise by dense hedges and shrubbery. Here is a haven of peace, privacy, and stillness (despite being only a short walk from downtown Grass Valley). Beneath its softly coved ceilings, you will find a formal dining room that opens its French doors into a glass-walled, light-drenched breakfast room, while in the other direction lies an equally luminous and cozy living room, overlooking the sweeping lawns. The home's invitingly radial floor plan flows into a series of gracious bedrooms, equipped with full c edar closets that offer ample storage, as well as original leaded glass windows (dressed in luxury window treatments from Decors Barbares and Madeline Castaing), and a primary bathroom clad in immaculately preserved, original tiles. The home boasts an original outdoor fireplace, an enormous standing basement, and an uncommonly large, window-lit and cross-ventilated attic (which offers, if desired, an opportunity to create a dreamy upstairs master suite). And of course, this magical property is made even more singular by its established English-cottage-style gardens and gently rolling lawns, towering conifers, flowering deciduous giants, and productive fruit trees. While its period details have been lovingly preserved and protected, this home has also been meticulously maintained and seamlessly updated over the years. Recent improvements include a top of the line HVAC and air purifier system, brand new top of the line 50-year roof, updated alarm system, and reverse osmosis water system at the kitchen sink. Children will delight in the newly constructed wooden swing set, or they can stroll along the sidewalk to the neighboring Dee Mautino park and playground. The charms and conveniences of downtown Grass Valley are a short walk from home, while, in the other direction, groceries from Briar Patch are a five-minute drive away. Ease of living, privacy, and natural beauty make this home special, but its true value and uniqueness can't be understood without seeing it in person. In a community full of lovely homes, you will never find another property like this one, at any price point.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,300,000

AD Id : 89400735

MLS Id : 226100185

Beds : 3

Living Area Size : 2,000 Sq. Ft

Year Built : 1929

County : Nevada

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 3 Window Feature: Window Coverings,Skylight(s)

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2 Primary Bedroom Features: Closet, Ground Floor, Walk-In Closet Bathroom 1 Features: Closet, Shower Stall(s), Soaking Tub, Tile, Window

    Water/Sewer

    Sewer: Septic System, Sewer in Street

    Room Information

    Total Bedroom: 3 Window Feature: Window Coverings, Skylight(s)
  • Flooring Information

    Tile, Wood
  • Roofing Information

    Composition
  • Interior Features

    Storage Area(s), Formal Entry Roof: Composition Appliances: Gas Cook Top, Built-In Gas Oven, Built-In Refrigerator, Hood Over Range, Dishwasher, Insulated Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Dryer Included, Stacked Only, Ground Floor, Hookups Only, Washer Included, Washer/Dryer Stacked Included
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Central, Fireplace(s) Cooling: Central WaterSource: Public, Treatment Equipment, Well
  • Fireplace

    Number of Fireplaces: 1 Fireplace Features: 1

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1929 Construction Materials: Plaster, Ceiling Insulation, Stucco, Floor Insulation, Frame, Wall Insulation, Wood Basement: Full Roof: Composition Foundation Details: ConcretePerimeter
  • Exterior Features

    Foundation Details: ConcretePerimeter
    Porch: Uncovered Patio
  • Road Types

    Paved
  • Fencing

    Back Yard, Entry Gate, Wood, Front Yard, See Remarks
  • Laundry Features

    Laundry Closet, Dryer Included, Stacked Only, Ground Floor, Hookups Only, Washer Included, Washer/Dryer Stacked Included

    Patio And Porch

    Uncovered Patio

    Fencing

    Back Yard, Entry Gate, Wood, Front Yard, See Remarks

  • Lot Information

    Lot Description: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Private, Garden, Shape Regular, Greenbelt, Street Lights, Landscape Back, Landscape Front Lot Square Feet: 34,848 Stories: 1 Main Square Feet: 2,000 Topography: Level, Trees Many

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family Residence Style: Arts & Crafts,Craftsman,Vintage SQ ft (Living Area): 2,000 Construction Materials: Plaster,Ceiling Insulation,Stucco,Floor Insulation,Frame,Wall Insulation,Wood Property Age: 97 Cross Street: Alta Hill Mine Source Neighborhood: 13105 Area: Grass Valley S: 95945 Zoning: R-1 Living Area Source: Not Verified Structure Type: Custom,Detached

    Farm Info

    Irrigation Source: Irrigation Connected

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Id: 226100185 List Price: $1,300,000 List Price Tot SqFt: $650

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 081-600-200-0

  • Parking Information

    # of Garage Spaces: 2 Private, RV Possible, Detached, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener, Garage Facing Front, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Guest Parking Available

  • Elementary School District: Grass Valley
    Junior High School District: Grass Valley
    Senior High School District: Nevada Joint Union
  • Utility Information

    Cable Available, Public, DSL Available, Electric, Natural Gas Available, Propane Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Location Information

    Direction: Either West Main or Ridge Road to Alta St to property
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ByOwner last updated this listing 10/03/2026 @ 03:53

MLS: 226100185 LISTED BY: Julie Cobden, Recreation Realty SOURCE: MLS Metrolist

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