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  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,136 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 8 hours ago

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5580 Pony Express Trail,Camino, CA 95709

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Storybook Camino cottage with blooming dogwood, orchard trees, and charming homestead features near Apple Hill! Nestled among towering pines on approximately 1.17 acres, this peaceful Sierra foothill property offers privacy, character, and space to enjoy the beauty of country living. Located along scenic Pony Express Trail, the home provides walking distance to the historic Sportsman's Hall for breakfast, lunch and dinner, easy access to Apple Hill farms, local wineries, outdoor recreation, and Highway 50 for a convenient drive to Placerville, Sacramento, or Lake Tahoe. The inviting 3-bedroom, 1-bath cottage offers approximately 1,136 square feet of warm and welcoming living space, filled with natural light and timeless foothill charm. The kitchen includes open shelving and a pantry closet for storage, and the home features the convenience of an indoor laundry room. Comfortable living areas create a cozy retreat, while the possible third bedroom offers the perfect space for an art studio, creative room, or home office. Step outside and the property unfolds into a charming mini-homestead setting with unique outbuildings and productive land. Highlights include an adorable She Shed, wood-storage carport, storage containers for additional storage, and a chicken palace coop ready for country living. A fenced garden area offers room to grow vegetables, herbs, or flowers, while the grounds feature multiple fruit and nut trees including cherries, persimmons, walnuts, and more. One of the most remarkable features of the property is the magnificent dogwood tree beside the cottage, believed to be one of the largest in the county. Each spring, its stunning bloom attracts admirers who stop to photograph this spectacular natural centerpiece. The garage also offers potential for conversion into a second home, guest quarters, or additional living space (buyer to verify with county), creating exciting possibilities for extended living or future rental potential. Whether you're seeking an Apple Hill cottage, Sierra foothill retreat, hobby homestead, or peaceful country escape, this unique Camino property offers charm, versatility, and the beauty of foothill living.

Full Property Details for 5580 Pony Express Trail

General

  • Price: $390,950
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: METROLIST_Cali
  • MLS ID: 226018552
  • Updated: 3/16/2026
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Loft, Office, Possible Guest
  • Appliances: Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Free Standing Electric Range
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Primary Bedroom: Closet, Ground Floor
  • Optional Bedroom: 3

Other Rooms

  • Kitchen: Butcher Block Counters, Other Counter, Pantry Closet, Island
  • Dining Room: Formal Room
  • Laundry: Ground Floor, Inside Room

Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Parking: No Garage, Covered, Detached, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Guest Parking Available, See Remarks, Other

Location

  • County: El Dorado
  • Cross Streets: Ridgeway Drive
  • Driving Directions: From Highway 50 East, take the Camino / Cedar Grove Exit. Turn left over the freeway onto Carson Road, then turn right onto Pony Express Trail. Continue on Pony Express Trail approximately 1.5 miles to 5580 Pony Express Trail, which will be on the right-hand side just before you get to the Sportsman's Hall. note that there is a historic sportsman's hall marker directly in front of the house and to the left of the driveway facing the house.

School Information

  • School District: El Dorado
  • Elem School District: Pollock Pines
  • Midd School District: Pollock Pines
  • High School District: El Dorado Union High

Community

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Wood Stove
  • Heating Fuel: Wood Stove

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic System
  • Water: Water District
  • Utility Description: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Two Story Bungalow, Cottage
  • Construction: Cement Siding, Wood, Other
  • Basement: Yes
  • Foundation: MasonryPerimeter
  • Roof: Metal
  • Windows: Dual Pane Full
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Square Feet: 1,136
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Year Built: 1944

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Shed(s), Workshop, Outbuilding, Other

Lot Features

  • Property View: Forest
  • Lot Size (Acres): 1.17
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 50,965
  • Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
  • Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
  • Irrigation System: Public District, Meter on Site
  • Topography: Snow Line Above, Level, Trees Many
  • Zoning: R1
  • Lot Description: Private, Garden
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: None
  • APN: 076-270-010-000
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Schools serving 5580 Pony Express Trail

School Districts:El Dorado Union High School District, Pollock Pines Elementary School District
NameGradesDistance
Pinewood Elementary School
6181 Pine Street, Pollock Pines, CA 95726
K-41.7 mi
Sierra Ridge Middle School
2700 Amber Trail, Pollock Pines, CA 95726
5-81.8 mi
El Dorado High School
561 Canal Street, Placerville, CA 95667
9-1210.9 mi
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Price & Sales History for 5580 Pony Express Trail Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
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3/16/2026
Listed
$390,950
234.15%
MLS
5/31/2012
Sold
$117,000
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Tax History for 5580 Pony Express Trail

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,677
6%
$146,940
2%
2023
$1,576
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$144,060
2%
2023
$1,576
1%
$141,237
2%
2022
$1,553
1%
$138,469
2%
2021
$1,537
1%
$135,755
1%
2020
$1,516
1%
$134,364
2%
2019
$1,494
3%
$131,730
2%
2018
$1,448
3%
$129,148
2%
2017
$1,406
1%
$126,617
2%
2016
$1,387
2%
$124,135
2%
2015
$1,363
—
$122,273
2%
2014
$1,357
—
$119,880
—
2013
$1,362
—
$119,340
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5580 Pony Express Trail, Camino, CA 95709 (MLS# 226018552) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 5580 Pony Express Trail is currently listed for $390,950 and was received on March 16, 2026. This property is listed by Cristy Eastman from our El Dorado Hills Office.Want to learn more about 5580 Pony Express Trail? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Camino? You can browse all Camino real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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