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.
Sold for $320,100 on 10/30/25
$320,100
55160 John Muir Rd, Idyllwild, CA 92549
3beds
1,800sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$469,900 Zestimate®
$178/sqft
$2,526 Estimated rent
Home value
$469,900
$446,000 - $493,000
$2,526/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 07, 2025 at 02:42pm
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW25115130
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
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 sqft
- 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 & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Hiking
Location
- Region: Idyllwild
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Submit
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 | Sold | $320,100-34.4%$178/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 8/7/2025 | Price change | $488,000-2.4%$271/sqft |
Source: Idyllwild MLS #2011089 | ||
| 6/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $500,000+66.7%$278/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #PW25115130 | ||
| 3/15/2005 | Sold | $300,000+69.5%$167/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 9/13/2002 | Sold | $177,000+1.1%$98/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,959 +2.5% | $418,148 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,840 +1% | $409,950 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,791 +1.9% | $401,913 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92549
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Idyllwild SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 7/10Hemet High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 13.5 mi
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