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Property Description
Welcome to your own mountain retreat in the heart of Blue Lake Springs. Surrounded by towering pines, this beautifully maintained cabin offers the perfect blend of comfort, warmth, and year-round adventure. Imagine mornings with coffee on the spacious deck, cozy evenings around the fireplace, and weekends spent hiking, swimming, skiing, or simply relaxing in nature. Inside, the open floor plan, soaring vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and updated kitchen and bathrooms create an inviting space for gathering with family and friends. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or second home, you'll enjoy easy access to Blue Lake Springs amenities, Big Trees State Park, Bear Valley, lakes, trails, and everything that makes Arnold such a special place. Just a short drive from Bear Valley Ski Resort, Calaveras Big Trees State Park, White Pines Lake, hiking trails, wineries, and year-round recreation, this home offers the best of mountain living in every season.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1478 Gertrude Way
General
- Price: $498,000
- HOA FEE: $78/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: METROLIST_Cali
- MLS ID: 226087743
- Updated: 7/24/2026
- Added to Site: 46 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Bonus Room, Possible Guest, Kitchen, Living Room
- Interior Features: Open Beam Ceiling
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Brick, Living Room, Wood Stove
- Appliances: Free Standing Refrigerator, Hood Over Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Water Heater, Free Standing Electric Range, See Remarks
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Fiberglass, Tile, Tub with Shower Over
- Primary Bathroom: Double Sinks, Fiberglass, Tile, Tub w/Shower Over
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Walk-In Closet
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Quartz Counter, Slab Counter
- Dining Room: Dining Bar, Dining/Living Combo
- Laundry: Cabinets, Laundry Closet, Dryer Included, Upper Floor, Washer Included
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Barbeque, Playground, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Exercise Room, Game Court Exterior, Tennis Courts, Gym, Lake, Park
Parking
- Parking: Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
Location
- County: Calaveras
- Subdivision: Blue Lake Spr w/HOA
- Cross Streets: Rainy
- Driving Directions: Take Moran from Hwy 4 into Blue Lake Springs and continue down to Rainy Dr. where you make a right turn on to Rainy up just a couple of blocks to Gertrude Way make a left on to Gertrude Way. The home will be on the right side.
School Information
- School District: Calaveras
- Elem School District: Vallecito Union
- Midd School District: Vallecito Union
- High School District: Brett Harte Union
Community
- Association: Yes
- Home Owners Assn.: 1
- Assoc. Fees Include: Pool
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Heating Type: Electric, Wood Stove
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Wood Stove
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic System, Septic Connected
- Water: Mutual Water
- Utility Description: Public, Electric
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Three or More Story Chalet
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Foundation: ConcretePerimeter
- Roof: Composition
- Windows: Dual Pane Full
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 1,728
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
- Current Bldg. Use: Vacation Rental
- Year Built: 1984
Lot Features
- Property View: Forest, Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.43
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 18,731
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt, Paved
- Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
- Irrigation System: None
- Topography: Lot Grade Varies, Lot Sloped
- Elevation (Approx.): 4000
- Present Use: Vacation Rental
- Zoning: R1
- Lot Description: Private, Shape Irregular, Low Maintenance
- Fencing (Description): None
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $940
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: None
- APN: 024-006-016-000
Listed by Cedar Creek Realty, Inc
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Schools
Schools serving 1478 Gertrude Way
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hazel Fischer Elementary School 1605 Blagen Road, Arnold, CA 95223 | K-5 | 1.1 mi |
Avery Middle School 4545 Moran Road, Avery, CA 95224 | 6-8 | 3.3 mi |
Bret Harte Union High School 364 Murphys Grade Rd., Angels Camp, CA 95221 | 9-12 | 16.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1478 Gertrude Way
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/10/2026
Listed
$498,000
2.68%
MLS
9/06/2023
Sold
$485,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1478 Gertrude Way
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,864
—
$504,594
2%
2025
$5,864
50%
$494,700
57%
2023
$3,915
—
$315,759
2%
2023
$3,915
5%
$309,569
2%
2022
$3,715
—
$303,500
69%
2021
$3,697
56%
$179,079
1%
2020
$2,370
1%
$177,243
2%
2019
$2,341
10%
$173,769
2%
2018
$2,119
3%
$170,363
2%
2017
$2,067
—
$167,024
2%
2016
$2,061
1%
$163,750
2%
2015
$2,035
2%
$161,292
2%
2014
$1,990
5%
$158,133
6%
2013
$1,899
—
$149,420
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1478 Gertrude Way, Arnold, CA 95223 (MLS# 226087743) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1478 Gertrude Way is currently listed for $498,000 and was received on July 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 1478 Gertrude Way? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Arnold? You can browse all Arnold real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

