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$150,000
226078731 MLS
Rare opportunity to own a beautiful 1.18-acre homesite in the heart of historic Washington, California. Tucked above the charming mountain town and surrounded by stunning Sierra foothill scenery, this buildable parcel offers a head start on your dream getaway or full-time residence. A rough-cut driveway is already in place, along with a cleared building pad, saving valuable time and expense as you begin planning your future home. Potential water connection may be available from Alpha Road, with power nearby, making this an attractive opportunity for those seeking a mountain retreat, vacation cabin, or legacy property to enjoy for generations. Enjoy gorgeous views, fresh mountain air, and easy access to the South Yuba River, hiking, fishing, swimming holes, off-road trails, hunting, snow recreation, and endless outdoor adventures. Washington remains one of Nevada County's most beloved historic communities, where neighbors know each other and the pace of life slows down. Pack a picnic, spend the day at the river, and imagine your future cabin nestled among the pines. Parcels with this combination of usability, location, and small-town charm are increasingly difficult to find. Create your own mountain escape in a place where memories are made and traditions endure. This parcel has been in the same family for many years.

13423 Placer Lane, Washington

Listing courtesy of Gold Country Ranches and Realty.

$59,900
226078370 MLS
Discover a rare opportunity to own a private parcel in the desirable Alta Sierra area. This beautiful property offers multiple potential access points, with the possibility of entry from Brewer Road as well as from the upper portion of the property via a quiet cul-de-sac. Enjoy the peaceful setting, mature trees, and the natural beauty of a seasonal water feature that meanders between portions of the property, creating a picturesque backdrop and added sense of privacy. Whether you're dreaming of building a custom home, creating a private retreat, or investing in land with future potential, this parcel offers flexibility and a truly special setting. Conveniently located near golf, shopping, dining, and all that Grass Valley and Nevada City have to offer, while still providing the tranquility and seclusion you've been searching for.

15340 Brewer Road, Grass Valley

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Cornerstone Realty.

$349,000
226075891 MLS
Build-ready and loaded with valuable infrastructure, this beautiful 10+ acre property offers a rare opportunity to start building without the cost, delays, and uncertainty that often come with raw land. Featuring power onsite with an installed meter, 3 wells, a 5,000-gallon water storage tank with hydrant at the road, and a graded building site, much of the hard work has already been completed. A paved driveway leads through the gated entrance, providing convenient year-round access directly from a county-maintained road while maintaining a private and peaceful setting. The property offers an ideal balance of accessibility, privacy, and usability, making it an excellent choice for a custom home, family retreat, or long-term investment. Vacant land financing is available and owner financing may be considered with a strong down payment. Properties with this level of infrastructure, accessibility, and expansion potential are increasingly difficult to find. Don't miss this opportunity to secure a property where much of the groundwork has already been done.

12226 Pine Cone Circle, Grass Valley

Listing courtesy of Sierra Homes Realty.

$168,800
226075912 MLS
Discover the magic of year-round Grizzly Creek on this exceptional 10.33-acre Nevada City retreat. Meandering through the property, the creek is bordered by lush elephant ears, ferns, wild hollyhocks, and other native vegetation, creating a peaceful and picturesque setting. The land features a beautiful mix of dogwoods, madrones, conifers, and majestic oaks, offering privacy, shade, wildlife habitat, and classic Sierra foothill beauty. Several attractive building sites provide options for your future home, family retreat, or recreational getaway. An existing 13' x 12' unfinished cabin with deck overlooks the creek and serves as the perfect base camp while you plan your vision. The property includes a completed perc and mantle evaluation, power poles along the property line, and a transformer already in place. The seller reports finding placer gold in Grizzly Creek, adding a touch of Gold Country history and adventure. The timbered landscape may also present opportunities for forest stewardship and fuels-reduction programs, potentially helping offset ownership costs while improving forest health and wildfire resilience. Whether you're looking for a private creekside escape, future homesite, recreational property, or the quintessential cabin in the woods, this rare offering combines natural beauty, privacy, and opportunity in one remarkable package.

18290 Backwoods Road, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of Gold Country Ranches and Realty.

$65,000
226073678 MLS
This beautifully forested, private retreat on The Ridge in Nevada County is ready for your homestead or weekend get-away! Over 5 peaceful acres with towering Madrone, Cedar, Oak and Pine ~ Several potential building sites ~ PG&E power poles and AT&T underground lines on the property ~ great wells in the neighborhood (15 to 60 GPM when drilled!) and a permitted, 120 sq. ft. storage building (PLEASE DO NOT WALK ON THE DECK OR ATTEMPT TO ENTER THE BUILDING as it is in disrepair). Access is mostly paved, with only 6/10 of a mile of dirt road to the property. Zoned FR-40. Just 9 minutes to Mother Truckers, 5 minutes to the North Columbia Schoolhouse Cultural Center, 20 minutes to the South or Middle Fork of the Yuba River, and 30 minutes to downtown Nevada City!

17390 Skyland Road, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of South Fork Realty.

$129,900
226070408 MLS
Here is a polished English version suitable for a property listing: Amazing opportunity to own more than 10 acres Located in Smartsville, California, this beautiful property offers unlimited potential. Whether you're looking to generate extra income by growing a vegetable garden, starting a small agricultural venture, or creating your own private oasis, this land provides endless possibilities. Conveniently located just 20 minutes from Yuba City and Grass Valley, you'll enjoy easy access to shopping, restaurants, hiking trails, and several nearby lakes. The property is very private and secluded, making it ideal for those seeking peace, quiet, and a connection with nature. Zoned AG10, it offers a variety of potential uses. **Irrigation:** A year-round stream runs through the property and can provide sufficient water for irrigation needs. According to available statistics, groundwater is relatively shallow, making a well a viable option. Enjoy outstanding panoramic views in every direction. This is the perfect place to relax, enjoy nature, and make a smart investment for the future.

12507 Angel Wing Lane, Smartsville

Listing courtesy of Better Homes Realty.

$225,000
226066825 MLS
Private acreage with well, septic, and power already in place, offering a valuable head start for future development. The varied terrain offers multiple potential buildable areas, long-range mountain and tree views, natural privacy, and seasonal creeks toward the back portion of the property. A private gated road leads into the land, creating a secluded setting surrounded by trees, wildlife, and the natural beauty of the Nevada County foothills. The property also includes a decommissioned gold mine, adding unique local history and character. Located approximately 15 miles from downtown Nevada City, this acreage offers privacy, infrastructure, and opportunity for someone looking to build, improve, or create their own private retreat.

20154 Sky Ridge Place, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of Re/Max Gold.

$269,000
226063650 MLS
19.28 Acres of Pastoral Paradise near Camp Far West - Ready for Your Dream Estate! Welcome to your own slice of countryside bliss! This parcel of rolling, pastoral land is a rare opportunity to build the life you've always imagined. Located just minutes from the stunning Camp Far West Lake, this property offers breathtaking views of the Sacramento Valley and beyond.Nestled atop a gently sloping knoll, this prime piece of real estate offers a 360-degree panorama, with vistas of the Buttes, the Coastal Range, and the surrounding hills. The land is zoned for agriculture, providing endless possibilities for vineyards, crops, livestock, or equestrian pursuits. With ample NID water and full-day sun exposure, the agricultural potential is only limited by your imagination. This expansive property includes: Multiple Building Sites: Choose from several picturesque spots to build your dream home, each with unique and breathtaking views. Perfect for Agriculture: The gently sloping, usable land is ideal for a vineyard, farming, or grazing. Irrigation Access: The property has an irrigation canal running across it, and it was last approved for 6 inches of available irrigation water. Owner Financing Available: The seller is open to financing with a strong down payment

20015 White Oak Drive, Grass Valley

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty of California, Inc..

$475,000
226062511 MLS
163 Acres of Water-Rich Sierra Foothill Land Bordering BLM - Rare Legacy Opportunity Near Nevada City An extraordinary opportunity to own more than 163 acres of private, usable Sierra Foothill land just 20 minutes from Nevada City. Comprised of multiple contiguous parcels, this rare offering combines abundant water, established infrastructure, exceptional privacy, and direct BLM frontage to create a truly versatile legacy property with limitless potential. Whether you envision a working ranch, multi-generational homestead, recreational retreat, private estate, or land investment, this remarkable property delivers scale, usability, and natural beauty in one of Northern California's most sought-after rural regions. The land features an impressive combination of improvements and natural resources, including two productive wells producing approximately 100 GPM and 24 GPM, extensive drivable roads throughout, multiple graded building sites, fenced and terraced gardens, mature fruit trees, and varied topography offering both privacy and expansive scenic views. A completed mastication grant across the property enhances accessibility, usability, and fire safety. Bordered extensively by BLM land to the north and west, the property offers exceptional seclusion with direct access to thousands of acres of open space for recreation and exploration. At approximately 2,000 feet in elevation, enjoy a highly desirable foothill climate with minimal snow and a stunning mix of towering pines, madrones, oaks, and cedar. Additional highlights include: Multiple contiguous parcels totaling over 163 acres Seller financing available with 30% down Power nearby 5 minutes to Highway 49 & Peterson's Corner Extensive internal road network Multiple potential homesites with views Ideal for horses, livestock, farming, hunting, recreation, or retreat use Properties of this size, usability, and location rarely come available especially with abundant water, existing infrastructure, and BLM frontage. A truly special Sierra Foothill holding with endless possibilities.

10571 Sebastopol Road, North San Juan

Listing courtesy of Sierra Homes Realty.

$275,000
226056770 MLS
Private 72-acre Nevada County property directly across from Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park featuring usable south-facing acreage, established water infrastructure, multiple cleared areas, and expansive mountain views. A significant portion of the property offers usable terrain with strong southern exposure ideal for gardening, orchards, solar, homesteading, or recreational use. The main clearing is surrounded by blooming dogwood trees that envelope the clearing with white flowers in late spring. Beautiful timber surrounds the property including majestic oaks, manzanitas, cedars, madrones, and pines. Improvements include a solar-powered well system feeding an approximately 2,500-gallon hillside reservoir with gravity-fed pressure through a 2'' mainline, water spigots throughout the main clearing, raised garden beds with organic soil, some garden beds are made from cedar milled from the land, and two 40' shipping containers for storage. The property includes several cleared areas with potential for future building sites, including a graded area near the well and garden and an elevated ridgeline with panoramic views. Multiple cleared roads and access paths run throughout portions of the property, along with older logging roads that may offer additional expansion potential. A seasonal creek runs in the forest behind the garden area. Snow Tent is just 10 min away with mountain springs and Mother Truckers 15 min down the road, and just about 35 min from downtown Nevada City. Well reportedly represented at approximately 100 GPM when acquired. Suitable for a homestead, a campground, cabin retreat, agricultural project, recreational property, timber production (for potential extra income), or long-term land investment in a highly private setting within Nevada County. Seller financing may be available with substantial down payment.

1535 Derbec Road, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc..

$210,000
226048629 MLS
Golden light. Everything already in place to build your dream. This beautiful 10-acre parcel offers the rare combination of infrastructure, usability, and setting. With a strong artesinal well, power, and septic system already installed, much of the heavy lifting has been done saving you time, money, and uncertainty. The land features a desirable southwest-facing slope, capturing abundant sunlight throughout the day and delivering truly stunning sunset views in the evening. Several terraced pads have already been cut in, providing multiple options for building sites, gardens, or additional structures. Set in a charming, farm-style neighborhood with a peaceful rural feel, yet located just 15 minutes from town for convenient access to shopping, dining, and services. Whether you're looking to build a primary residence, create a homestead, or invest in a ready-to-go piece of land, this property checks all the boxes. Come experience the quiet, the views, and the potential.

12911 Long Valley Road, Penn Valley

Listing courtesy of Sierra Homes Realty.

$65,000
226050586 MLS
If you've been looking for an affordable way to own land in Nevada City with real access to the outdoor lifestyle, this 2.11-acre parcel on Grizzly Hill Rd is where it starts to make sense. Tucked into the trees and surrounded by larger parcels, this property offers the privacy and space people come up here for, quiet, usable land where you can slow things down and build something that actually fits your life. Positioned between the Yuba River, Scotts Flat Lake, and New Bullards Bar Reservoir, you're right in the middle of some of the best recreation in Northern California. Days on the water, trail access, and weekend escapes aren't a plan, they're just part of living here. Zoned FR-40, this property gives you flexibility for a custom home, weekend retreat, or long-term hold as demand for usable land in this area continues to grow. Just a short drive into downtown Nevada City, you still have access to local shops, restaurants, and historic charm, while coming home to your own space at the end of the day. If you've been waiting for a piece of land that offers both lifestyle and long-term potential, this is one worth walking.

15478 Grizzly Hill Road, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of Realty Of America.

$325,000
226044532 MLS
Perched above the scenic Bear River, this exceptional 12-acre offering consists of TWO contiguous legal parcels, creating rare flexibility, expanded building potential, and long-term value. With over 1,000 feet of Bear River frontage and historic mineral rights extending to the center of the river, this property offers a unique connection to one of Northern California's well-known gold-bearing waterways. This setup allows for multiple main residences plus additional living spaces such as an ADUs and junior ADUs, making it ideal for multi-generational living, guest accommodations, or rental income potential. It also gives the option to develop both parcels together or hold one for future use, offering long-term value and versatility. A well-positioned house pad captures panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and river below, set approximately 200 feet above the water for an ideal balance of scenery and usability. The property previously experienced fire impact, with key infrastructure already in place from prior development, including a well and septic system. This provides a meaningful head start compared to raw land, with established improvements already on site. PG&E power is available, and a propane tank is also in place. The land is in a natural recovery phase, with regrowth and a mix of open space and native forest returning across the property, offering a refreshed setting for future development. Conveniently located approximately 20 minutes from Grass Valley and Auburn, the property offers a desirable combination of natural beauty and accessibility, making it well suited for a full-time residence, second home, or investment opportunity. Vacant land financing is available for qualified buyers. This is a rare opportunity to own a riverfront property with substantial river frontage, historic mineral rights, and exceptional development flexibility along a gold-bearing waterway.

19963 Silver Leaf Drive, Grass Valley

Listing courtesy of Sierra Homes Realty.

$225,000
226043601 MLS
Opportunity meets versatility- this is the one buyers wait for. Set on 3.89 flat, fully usable acres in the heart of beautiful South Nevada County, this rare parcel offers the perfect blend of privacy, convenience, and potential. Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac and surrounded by mature trees, you'll enjoy a peaceful, private setting while still being just a short walk to local schools and shopping. The ground work is already in motion with public water to the property, a well in place, and perc and mantle testing completed,saving time and accelerating your vision. With the potential to split into 2 parcels, this property opens the door for creative development, investment opportunities, or a multi-generational estate. Partially fenced and ready for your ideas, whether you're building your dream home, creating a private retreat, or maximizing value through a split, this property delivers flexibility and upside in a highly desirable location. Land like this with usability, privacy, and options is increasingly hard to find.

10599 Linton Lane, Grass Valley

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Cornerstone Realty.

$79,000
226045027 MLS
Discover your private hilltop oasis on this exceptional parcel of land. Perched with a perfect, elevated building site at the summit, this property offers breathtaking panoramic views of the iconic Sutter Buttes and spectacular evening sunsets that paint the sky in vibrant colors, ideal for creating unforgettable memories from your future dream home. A well is already in place, and engineered plans for a four-bedroom septic system have been prepared, streamlining your path to construction. Electricity poles are conveniently located right at the road, making utility connections straightforward and cost-effective. Enjoy the tranquility of country living with easy access to utilities, all while soaking in the natural beauty. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a slice of Northern California paradise with commanding views and development potential.

23021 Saint Helena Drive, Smartsville

Listing courtesy of Crosby Real Estate.

$149,000
226042048 MLS
400 feet of Shady Creek frontage, excellent building sites near the creek, also another building site is near to Tyler Foote. This property is tucked away from the road, yet just a short walk to Ananada Village. This property is newly created from a subdivision of a larger parcel, so older AP maps may not show the property correctly. This lot is 3.34 Acres, access is via an easement off Tyler Foote, driveway into property is already developed, flat enough for a main home, garage, and ADU, and sunny enough for a garden. Good wells in the neighborhood, good soils for waste water disposal, power is near by, good solar gain, treed but not heavy forest. No CCR, camp while you build, or bring in you RV or tiny home and make secure homestead.

15699 Tyler Foote Road, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Cornerstone Realty.

$250,000
226034538 MLS
Saddle up this is the setting you've been waiting for. Tucked in the highly sought-after 6B Ranch Estates, just minutes from downtown Grass Valley, this build-ready parcel is made for horses, wide-open sky, and room to roam. The groundwork is already done: septic, well with pump, and power are all in place, so you can start building without delay. Gently rolling and private, the land offers flexible building sites and possible water access through the 6B Ranch Water Association. Surrounded by fellow horse properties in an established, FireWise-recognized community, this is country living with convenience close at hand. Bring your horses, bring your plans, and build the life you've been picturing.

13279 Thoroughbred Loop, Grass Valley

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty.

$375,000
226033625 MLS
Private, peaceful, and ready to build, this beautiful 5 acre parcel offers a rare opportunity just 4 miles from town and 3.5 miles from Scotts Flat Lake/ Cascade Shores Boat Launch. This is one of only four lots in this charming gated community and it is the last buildable lot. As you arrive, there's a quiet hush - completely still, serene, and removed from the noise of everyday life. Thoughtfully prepared for your dream home, the property features a well with an underground 1,500 gallon storage tank, approved perc and mantle for a standard system, and power transformer conveniently located at the road. The view has been opened up to showcase majestic vistas over Pasquale Ridge, and the building pad has already been established within the approved building envelope which can accomodate a primary home, ADU, and guest house. An artisan crafted pump house/utility shed adds a unique touch, while grading for the driveway and turnout has already been completed. An exceptional setting, outstanding improvements, and tremendous value make this property truly special.

13348 Woodzy Place, Nevada City

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty.

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