Welcome to 12600 Banner Lava Cap Road, a charming mountain retreat nestled in the tranquil woods of Nevada City's Banner Mountain area. Set on just over half an acre, this inviting three-bedroom, two-bath home offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience. Surrounded by towering pines and natural beauty, you'll feel a world away while still being just minutes from the vibrant shops, restaurants, and historic charm of downtown Nevada City and nearby Grass Valley. Step inside to find a cozy, light-filled living space with large windows that frame the peaceful forest views and a warm fireplace that creates a comfortable gathering space, with a layout that provides plenty of potential for first-time buyers, families, or investors looking to add value through thoughtful updates. The spacious lot invites outdoor living with room to create gardens, a patio, or a personalized landscape that takes full advantage of the natural surroundings. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence, a weekend getaway, or a potential vacation rental, this property is a rare opportunity to own a slice of the Sierra foothills lifestyle. Enjoy nearby hiking trails, rivers, lakes, and all the outdoor recreation the area has to offer.
Active
$425,000
12600 Banner Lava Cap Rd, Nevada City, CA 95959
3beds
1,338sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
0.55 Acres Lot
$424,000 Zestimate®
$318/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Warm fireplaceSpacious lotTowering pinesTranquil woodsLarge windowsNatural beautyPeaceful forest views
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 26, 2025 at 02:22pm
Listed by:
DRE #02004629 916-496-4512,
Serve First Realty,
Matthew Marquez DRE #01924710 916-838-4643,
Serve First Realty
Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 225085567Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining room
- Features: Dining/Family Combo
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters
Heating
- Fireplace Insert, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Insert
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,338 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.55 Acres
- Features: Landscape Front, Other
Details
- Parcel number: 037311012000
- Zoning description: R1-3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle,Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic System
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Nevada City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $318/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $441,183
- Annual tax amount: $4,795
- Price range: $425K - $425K
- Date on market: 6/26/2025
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