Nevada Homes with 2 Houses on Lot Property Subtype

Nevada Homes with 2 Houses on Lot Property Subtype

Welcome to the enchanting world of Nevada County, California, where natural beauty and vibrant community life converge. Nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills, this picturesque county is renowned for its stunning landscapes, rich history, and outdoor recreational opportunities. With charming towns like Grass Valley and Nevada City, residents enjoy a unique blend of small-town charm and modern conveniences, making it an ideal place to call home.

One of the most intriguing property types in this region is the "Homes with 2 Houses on Lot" option. This unique property subtype offers incredible versatility for homeowners and investors alike. Imagine having two distinct residences on a single lot—perfect for multigenerational living, rental income, or simply providing space for guests. Each home can be utilized for a variety of purposes, from cozy family retreats to lucrative vacation rentals, allowing you to maximize your investment potential.

Living in Nevada County means embracing a lifestyle filled with outdoor adventures, from hiking and biking to skiing and fishing. The county's rich cultural scene, featuring art galleries, music festivals, and farmers' markets, adds to its appeal. Plus, with an abundance of local wineries and craft breweries, there's always something new to explore.

Whether you're looking to invest in a unique property or seeking a serene place to settle down, Nevada County’s homes with 2 houses on a lot provide an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the best of California living. Discover your dream property in this beautiful county and experience the charm and community that make Nevada County a truly special place to live.

Newest Nevada Homes with 2 Houses on Lot Property Subtype

$1,900,000
2 Beds 3 Baths 3,022 SqFt. 226093448 MLS
Morning light shadows dance across the hardwood floors as the forest brings balance with steadfast presence. The house settles around you with the quiet confidence of a place built for more than ordinary days. On two parcels totaling roughly six acres within walking distance to Nevada City, this custom 2007 home by Jesse Connor feels elevated yet deeply rooted. Stone and redwood siding welcomes and warms sunlight through the pines. Inside, open-beam ceilings soar above the fireplace with wide views of forest, roses, and Little Deer Creek. A wine cellar, home gym, and steam shower turn ordinary days into something restorative. The kitchen, anchored by a Morice range, dual built-in Fisher & Paykel dishwashers, Dacor warming oven, and Bosch in-counter mixer, is made for long meals and easy gatherings. Outside, the property opens into possibility. An outdoor kitchen and pool frame summer evenings. Weddings have been celebrated here, revealing how naturally the land holds people. A 600-square-foot ADU offers flexible space for guests or additional living, with clear potential for short-term rental income in a high-demand area. City water and a private well for irrigation provide a high degree of water security. Fenced grounds and a covered stall invite a horse or two, small livestock, or expanded gardens. RA-5 zoning supports low-density residential living alongside secondary agricultural and agritourism uses. With appropriate permitting, the property can accommodate event hosting, ADU rental, equine pursuits, or small-scale agritourism that fits the rural character of the foothills. Enjoy City amenities with County flexibility. This is not simply a beautiful house. It is a private compound with room to breathe, water to rely on, and zoning that keeps the door open to both quiet living and thoughtful enterprise; ready for the next owner to live deeply, host meaningfully, and create a life that feels as considered as the home itself.

10535 Silva Avenue, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of Clearview Home Lending.

$549,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,440 SqFt. 226078210 MLS
Tucked away at the end of a quiet country lane, this exceptional nearly 5-acre property offers privacy, flexibility and the rare opportunity to own two fully independent homes, each with its own driveway and outdoor living space. With excellent separation between the homes, neither residence overlooks the other, creating an ideal setting for multi-generational living, rental income, or hosting extended family and guests. Properties like this don't come along every day, offering a rare combination of privacy, versatility, and two fully independent homes. The primary residence offers approximately 1,440 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Thoughtfully updated with granite countertops, newer appliances, central heating and air, a cozy wood stove, and a dedicated laundry room, the home is both comfortable and inviting. A spacious covered deck provides the perfect place to relax, while the permitted attached artist studio and converted workshop provide endless possibilities for creative pursuits, hobbies, or additional workspace. A paved parking area surrounds the home for easy everyday access. Perched above the main residence, the second home enjoys its own private setting with beautiful hilltop views and a separate driveway leading to a paved parking area. Offering approximately 750 square feet, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home also includes an office, laundry room, newer carpet, a covered deck, detached two-car garage, large storage shed, and additional outbuildings, making it equally functional and inviting. Surrounded by mature trees and peaceful natural beauty, the gently rolling property offers room to enjoy the outdoors while remaining easy to maintain. Conveniently located just minutes from the historic downtowns of Grass Valley, Nevada City, and Auburn, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy peaceful country living with the flexibility that only two independent homes can provide.

18368 Harmony Place, Grass Valley

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Cornerstone Realty.

$3,500,000
4 Beds 6 Baths 6,900 SqFt. 226081962 MLS
Anahat is more than a luxury estate. It is a thoughtfully designed living ecosystem where architecture, land, and stewardship work together in harmony.Set on 38 acres in the Sierra foothills, 20+ minutes from historic Nevada City, Anahat was conceived as a place where architecture and landscape exist in quiet dialogue. Inspired by the principles of Vaastu, every decision reflects a vision that honors the relationship between home, people, and place.Completed in 2014, the 6,900 sq. ft. main residence offers 4 bedrooms, 5 baths, and 4 flexible rooms that adapt to changing needs as creative studios, offices, wellness spaces, or guest accommodations, plus a lower-level studio apartment. At its heart, a dramatic skylit atrium rises through two floors, filling the interior with natural light, openness, and a quiet sense of balance.Copper roofing and gutters, limestone accents, a custom solid wood entry door, engineered white oak flooring, and radiant heated floors reflect the home's enduring craftsmanship. Designed for both daily living and gracious entertaining, the chef's kitchen features a Wolf French-top range, dual Sub-Zero refrigerators, and a well-appointed butler's pantry with a stainless-steel sink and commercial dishwasher, complemented by an adjoining dining room anchored by a wood-fired hearth oven.A separate 2,000 sq. ft. guest residence, built in 1990, offers 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, an office or optional third bedroom, soaring ceilings, custom built-ins, a Juliet balcony, and a detached garage. What distinguishes Anahat is not simply the beauty of its architecture, but the vision that shaped it. Olive Orchard, gardens, a greenhouse, outdoor gathering spaces, wood-fired ovens, solar with battery backup, multiple heating systems, and integrated infrastructure are not simply amenitiesthey are thoughtfully designed to support nourishment, resilience, self-sufficiency, and connection to the land.Zoned for event use by obtaining permits, Anahat offers exceptional opportunities for retreats, celebrations, multigenerational living, and private enjoyment of its extraordinary natural setting.Anahat offers a rare opportunity to experience luxury through thoughtful design, enduring craftsmanship, stewardship, and harmony with the land. From the hearth to the gardens, every element invites a life of beauty, nourishment, and belonging. Anahat reveals itself through experience.Some homes are built merely to impress. Anahat was built to support and sustain

21374 Maidu Ridge Road, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of Nick Sadek Sotheby's International Realty.

$1,350,000
5 Beds 4 Baths 4,590 SqFt. 226073332 MLS
Discover an extraordinary Sierra Foothills retreat where versatility and recreation come together on two beautifully landscaped acres. Whether you're seeking multigenerational living, rental potential, or room to grow, this property offers unmatched flexibility. This exceptional estate features a stunning and unique 4,500+ sq. ft. main residence, a separate single story 1,000 sq. ft. ADU with its own address and detached two-car garage, plus a charming studio with kitchenette and bathroomideal as a private home office, guest suite, creative space, or additional income opportunity. Lush landscaped grounds engulf the separate homes providing privacy and beauty in this rural foothill oasis, including a solar-heated custom Yuba River inspired pool with built-in table and wading shelf. Distinct lawn spaces, mature landscaping, two separate fenced gardens and orchards with producing trees, seasonal creek, natural rock outcroppings, multiple areas to enjoy the sounds of nature, a propane fire ring and a tranquil rock fountain expand your living spaces. The thoughtfully designed custom main home offers soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, multiple living areas, an open floorplan, real hardwood flooring, and spa-inspired primary suite with fireplace, an oversized jetted tub and a steam sauna shower with dual showerheads. Multiple private decks provide expansive picturesque views of the surrounding grounds and glorious sunsets. Practical amenities are just as impressive. Owned SOLAR reduces energy costs. High-producing well is complemented by filtration, softening, and treatment systems. Two miner's inches of NID irrigation water supply extensive irrigation throughout the property. Multiple garages, workshop and hobby space with dedicated bathroom, under-home storage, RV parking with electrical hookups and clean-outs in both driveways, and room for boats, small trailers, and outdoor toys make this property as functional as it is beautiful. 220V outlet adds even more convenience. Perfectly positioned between Grass Valley and Auburn with convenient Highway 49 signaled access, you'll enjoy quick trips to shopping, dining, golf, lakes, rivers, hiking and biking trails, wineries, and the countless outdoor adventures that make Nevada County one of Northern California's most sought-after destinations. Whether you're hosting family, generating rental income, working from home, or simply enjoying the lifestyle this remarkable property provides, 10947 E. Lime Kiln Rd.

10947 E Lime Kiln Road, Grass Valley

Listing courtesy of HomeSmart ICARE Realty.

$649,999
4 Beds 1 Baths 1,432 SqFt. 226075396 MLS
Set on 12 fully fenced acres in Penn Valley, 13598 Desperado Dr is a rare, well-improved ranch property offering exceptional versatility, abundant water, and multiple living options. The land is thoughtfully laid out with rolling pasture, irrigated areas, gravel pathways throughout, multiple scenic settings, and elevated hilltop views overlooking the property.Potential exists to split the lot into 2 seperate parcels. As it stand now there are 4 primary structures on the property. A charming two-story historical cabin dating back to the 1900s offers 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a laundry room, and approximately 1,432 square feet of living space, rich with character and a true sense of history. A nicely remodeled manufactured home provides an additional residence with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and approximately 700 square feet ideal for guests, extended family, caretakers, or rental use. Electrical service is in place to both homes, creating flexibility for independent or shared living arrangements. A historic barn has been converted into a functional chicken coop, and an additional covered storage structure supports agricultural and equipment needs. The property is fully equipped for livestock and currently supports cattle, featuring multiple fenced enclosures, two gated access points, and infrastructure designed for active ranch operations. A massive, fully fenced garden area sits near the chicken coop and includes water access and multiple planter boxes, ideal for large-scale gardening or homestead use. Water resources are a standout feature, including a very high-producing well, a second well that is currently capped, generous NID water rights, and multiple ponds. The property includes a large pond, an additional pond located within a livestock enclosure, and a seasonal pond below the historic cabin, providing both utility and scenic beauty. Two septics and two propane tanks are in place, offering added capacity and future flexibility. This is a rare opportunity to own a productive, private, and well-improved ranch property just minutes from town, combining rural self-sufficiency with convenience and long-term potential. The seller will entertain carrying a first mortgage with the right offer!

13598 Desperado Dr, Penn Valley

Listing courtesy of Better Brokers Realty Group, Inc..

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